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02 · The guest
Vladimir Malakchi
Investor & Advisor; former CCO, Evoplay
Vladimir Malakchi is a strategic investor and business scaling expert with 10 years of experience. Over the past 5 years, he has mentored iGaming companies, guiding them to commercial success and top industry rankings. Recognized as Speaker of the Year and Influencer of the Year, Vladimir is among LinkedIn's top voices in the industry. He has led companies to over 300 awards and nominations. A respected judge and speaker at global gaming conferences, Vladimir launched Xanada Investments — an investment fund that supports promising iGaming projects, focusing on business scaling through financial backing and a community-driven approach for mutual success.
Follow Vladimir on LinkedIn →03 · Inside this episode
Moments worth queuing up
In his own words
“If you're the smartest guy in the room, it's time to change rooms.”
“Comfort is the most dangerous place to live. You'll look back and realise you've lost 20 years.”
“People say yes because they don't want to hurt your feelings. But if they won't pay for your product, you've got nothing.”
“Founders don't die from failure — they die from perfectionism and inaction.”
“I want to be remembered for helping people grow — not just in business, but in life.”
This episode is sponsored by
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The leading identity verification provider for iGaming operators.