Discover how Nikolai Strakh, startup mentor, and entrepreneur founder of the largest Russian-speaking tech network, transformed his passion for bringing people together into an international tech success story, inspiring professionals to adapt and excel in any environment. 

The curtain has just fallen on the Tech Flow event, which featured Max Roslyakov, Founder of Xamsor Inc and former SVP of Marketing at Semrush, an American company developing a tool for improving online marketing and SEO. It brought together entrepreneurs, startup founders, tech talents, marketing, product professionals, and innovators. We spoke with its founder, Nikolai Strakh about his journey—from organizing one of Europe’s largest amateur football tournaments to building successful ventures across borders—which offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs navigating today’s tech and business challenges.

Nikolai, Tech Flow has become a hub for innovation, attracting speakers and participants from diverse professional backgrounds. How did you approach creating a platform that could resonate so strongly with such a varied audience? 

The idea for Tech Flow came from my experience of building communities and fostering collaboration. When I moved to the U.S., I noticed a gap in opportunities for Russian-speaking tech professionals to connect and share insights. I wanted to create a space where people could exchange knowledge, network, and grow together. Tech Flow has grown beyond my expectations, hosting 20 events with more than 550 participants, including industry leaders. It’s incredibly rewarding to see it evolve into a platform that bridges cultural and professional gaps.

Your career spans from organizing one of Europe’s largest amateur football tournaments to founding a leading digital studio in Russia and now building Tech Flow in the U.S. How have these diverse experiences shaped your approach to launching successful ventures? 

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Source : https://ceoworld.biz/2025/01/27/adapting-innovating-leading-lessons-from-nikolai-strakhs-entrepreneurial-path/