Ep 69 - Dr. Marcin Pietrzyk - AI in Consulting: How Unit8 Grew to 100 Employees in 6 Years With Its Focus on AI and Data Science

LEADERS IN CONSULTING

Dr. Marcin Pietrzyk is the visionary behind Unit8, the Swiss technology consulting company specializing in data science, analytics, and AI.
This episode unpacks the company's impressive growth trajectory, their innovative use of AI and data science in solving complex client issues, and strategic approaches to project structuring and sales team development. Marcin’s experience, from the initial co-founding stages to leading a successful, large-scale consultancy, offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and seasoned consultants alike.
You'll learn:
1. Unit8’s AI-driven growth journey
2. How to leverage AI for client problem-solving
3. Effective AI project structuring techniques
4. Keys to building a successful sales team
5. The future of AI in the consulting industry
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About Dr. Marcin:
Marcin is the CEO and founder of Unit8. Before Unit8, Marcin was Head of Big Data & Business Intelligence at Swisscom, leading the data & AI activities. He has experience varying from IT consulting, software development to entrepreneurship. He completed his PhD (data mining and machine learning) in Orange Labs, Sophia Antipolis, France, and was a visiting lecturer for the EMBA program at the University of St. Gallen. Marcin is also INSEAD alumni. He is regularly advising CxOs on topics related to analytics and has a wealth of experience in using AI, advanced analytics, data science to solve business challenges. He is a strong believer in engineering for good movement and drives AI for Good activities at Unit8.
Find Dr. Marcin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-marcin-pietrzyk/
Dr. Marcin's business book recommendation:
High Output Management by Andrew Grove | https://shorturl.at/ikoK5
Dr. Marcin's business tool recommendation:
Quip - document management tool | https://quip.com/
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About Unit8:
Unit8 is a leading Swiss data services company with a mission to help non-digital native companies turn data into value with a mix of data science, analytics and AI. We operate at the intersection of technology and business to accompany our customers at every step of their data & AI journey by offering end-to-end services. Based in Switzerland, operating across Europe. Trusted partner to 30+ of well-known brands including Daimler, Firmenich, Merck, Swiss Re and WWF, Unit8 has a positive track record of having delivered over 140 data & AI projects.
Website: https://unit8.com
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size: 51-200 employees
Headquarters: Lausanne, Vaud
Founded: 2017
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About the host Sammy:
Sammy and SAWOO offer a B2B community-building service that establishes you as a thought leader in your industry and helps you build genuine, human-to-human relationships with your dream clients.
Get in touch with Sammy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammygebele/
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Past guests on the LEADERS IN CONSULTING Podcast include: Friederich von Hurter, Melanie Tobler, Tilman Au, and many more!