Jakob Reiter

Entrepreneur, chief nerd and digital humanist

Speaker Profile

Introduction

Jakob Reiter is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and consultant with a rich background in IT strategy, AI, and digital innovation. As the founder and former CEO of TheVentury GmbH, he has led transformative projects for industry giants like Austrian Airlines and A1 Telekom.

Currently, Jakob is pioneering AI solutions tailored for SMEs with his startup, Mimirio. Known for his engaging public speaking and thought leadership, Jakob inspires audiences with his insights on AI, innovation, and ethical technology.

Jakob Reiter is a seasoned entrepreneur in the tech industry, combining strong technical skills with smart business strategies. With over a decade of experience, he has successfully founded and scaled TheVentury GmbH, a digital innovation agency to 50 employees. His leadership has driven impactful projects for top-tier clients such as Lufthansa and Raiffeisen. Now, Jakob is at the helm of Mimirio, a cutting-edge AI platform designed to empower SMEs in the DACH region. As captivating speaker, Jakob shares his profound knowledge on AI, digital transformation, and ethical tech practices at major conferences and seminars.

Jakob Reiter is an influential tech innovator and strategist with a remarkable career spanning over a decade. As the founder and former CEO of TheVentury GmbH, Jakob transformed the company into a powerhouse of digital innovation, serving prominent clients like Austrian Airlines, UNIQA, and ÖBB. His expertise in IT strategy, AI, and digital marketing has made significant impacts on various industries.

Currently, Jakob is leading Mimirio, a groundbreaking AI platform that addresses the unique challenges faced by SMEs in the DACH region. Mimirio’s innovative approach to knowledge automation and data integration is set to revolutionize how businesses leverage AI while ensuring full compliance with GDPR and other regulations.

Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Jakob is a passionate educator and public speaker. He has lectured at the University of Applied Sciences in Vienna and delivered keynotes at prestigious events like the Austrian Innovation Forum and CeBIT. His thought leadership extends to ethical considerations in AI, fostering a balanced discourse on technology’s future.

Jakob’s personal journey is equally inspiring. From building a DIY camper van to practicing yoga, regular cold exposure and meditation, his diverse interests reflect his holistic approach to life and work. Jakob’s mix of technical skills, strategic thinking, and engaging storytelling makes him a popular speaker and consultant in the tech community.

Focus Topics

  • Artificial Intelligence
    • AI Unleashed: Real-World Success Use Cases
    • AI for All: Making Complex Concepts Simple
    • Trust in Tech: Ensuring AI Ethics and Integrity
    • Navigating AI Laws: Compliance and Standards
  • Leadership in Tech
    • Cultivating a Diverse and Inclusive Tech Culture
    • Creating High-Performing Tech Teams
  • Responsible Entrepreneurship
    • Building Modern Companies with Purpose
    • The Quadruple Bottom Line: Purpose, People, Planet, Prosperity
    • Entrepreneurship: The Catalyst for Change

Impressions

Past Speaking Engagements

Austrian Innovation Forum 2022, De-Risking Innovation

Interview with the Handelsverband on the opportunities of the Metaverse 2022

Training’s days of the Landesbank Baden-Württemberg, 2022
“Mindfulness in a hybrid work mode”

Speaker at Hafven Trending as part of CeBIT 2017 (together with Hiroshi Ishiguro)  
Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Future of work 

Lead Mentor at StartupLife since 2015
(#11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #17, #18) 
Business Modeling, Revenue Model, Customer Acquisition, Product Development, Technology Consulting, 

A-Commerce Day 2017, Vienna, Austria
Technology Trends, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation 

WeAreDevelopers 2016, Vienna, Austria 
Dev and Marketing – A Misunderstood Love Story

Manageers Conference, 2016 
Leadership, New Work, Culture 

Handelkraft 2017, Leipzig, Germany 
Digital Transformation, Chatbots, AI,  

Chatbot Summit 2016 Tel Aviv, Israel
Chatbot Summit 2017, Berlin, Germany
ChatbotConf 2016 in Wien 
AI, Chatbots, Digital Transformation, Process Engineering 

Workshopleiter, Coach und Mentor INiTS Startup Camp 
Workshopleiter, Coach und Mentor ELEVATE 

Awards and Honors

  • 2018: Invited to participate at Google IO in Mountain View
  • 2017: “#14 of 100 people worldwide to watch in the Chatbot space” on VentureBeat
  • 2016: Best Student Awards, University of Economics & Business Vienna
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