Innovation Conversation: Building a Wellness Tech Ecosystem — Vasily Alekseenko, Founder of Foogin
In this inspiring episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Vasily Alekseenko, Founder of Foogin, the AI-powered B2B marketplace for real-time, personalized online wellness classes and webinars. Vasily’s journey from the corporate world to tech entrepreneur is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the growing importance of mental health in the workplace. They dive into: The Foogin Story — How Vasily left his corporate career to launch Foogin, providing bespoke wellness solutions for companies through AI-driven personalization. Navigating a Crowded Market — The strategies Vasily used to stand out and build a trusted platform in the competitive wellness and tech space. Raising Investment — The real challenges of securing funding in a tough environment and the smart moves that helped position Foogin for growth. Building a Dream Team — How assembling the right people became critical to scaling the company. Creating a Business Ecosystem — How Vasily, encouraged by his mentor, founded The London Startup Scene, one of the most popular monthly in-person events for founders and investors — with 600+ registrations per event and a highly engaged audience. Using community building to not only foster startup growth but also fuel brand recognition and networking for Foogin. Tune in for a front-row seat to Vasily’s incredible journey in wellness, tech, and startup community building. Brought to you by Startup Summit 2025 — Europe’s leading startup and investor summit, happening September 18–19, 2025, in Lisbon. 🎟️ Learn more and secure your spot at www.startupsummit.io 🕒 Key Talking Points Launching an AI-powered B2B wellness marketplace. Overcoming challenges in a crowded, competitive tech market. Smart fundraising strategies and building investor trust. Creating a thriving business ecosystem through The London Startup Scene. Growing a brand while building a community.