EP 87 Alejandro Laplana, Founder and CEO, Shokworks Inc.

Alejandro Laplana, Founder and CEO of technology and investments company, Shokworks Inc., has developed over 150 digital platforms and apps for exciting brands, entertainers, sports teams, growth start-ups, enterprises and broadcasters.

Some of his clients and co-investors include, The Colombian National Soccer Association, DIMAYOR Colombian National League, Millonarios FC, FC Barcelona, La Liga, Real Madrid, PSG, Kinesis Money, Start-Up Chile, Dupont Chemicals, The Las Vegas Raiders, The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, The Pittsburgh Steelers, Fox Sports, and HBO. The company has also worked with The United Nations and the Governments of the UK, Mexico and Panama.

Shokworks holds a staff of over 250 full-time employees that design, develop and operate highly scalable software solutions including mobile, web and AR/VR. Shokworks and its portfolio of companies have generated over $100-million in revenue.

Alejandro’s journey as a founder is impressive. This episode provides his insights into:

·        Moving from startup to over 300 full-time employees worldwide.

·        Scale and disruption of technology- AI, IoT, and blockchain. 

·        The future impacts of blockchain to remove middleman and decentralize finance.

·        Don’t raise money until you are in a position of strength.

Enjoy the show!

Connect with Alejandro:

Website: shokworks.io 

LinkedIn: Alejandro Laplana 

Connect with Allison:

Website: allisonksummers.com

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