💡From childhood curiosity to space-tech founderHow do you go from watching NASA videos on YouTube as a kid—to building cutting-edge space tech in Germany?In this episode, we sit down with Leonidas Askianakis, founder of Project S, a startup on a mission to detect and track space debris threatening satellites and missions around the world.But this story is about more than just space. It’s about moving across borders. It’s about learning fast, building bold, and staying curious—even when the path isn’t clear.📡 Whether you're into space, startups, or just love hearing how people turn ideas into impact—this one’s for you.Alos Project S is hiring! Join them in their journey to Safeguard Humanity’s Space Access and Exploration.YOUR PROFILE:• Motivated & Proactive• Team Player• Great Communicator• Flexible & Resilient• Tech-SavvyOPEN POSITIONS:• Business Development Intern / Working Student• Project Management Intern / Working Student• Simulation Engineer Intern / Working Student• Marketing & Communications Intern / Working Student• Software Engineer Intern / Working Student• Operations Working Student/Full-timeReady to launch your career into orbit?APPLY NOW at https://project-s.space/application and become part of our crew and mission!ABOUT THIS PODCAST:🌍 Not everyone starts with a business degree or a clear-cut plan. Some come from science, engineering, design—or even space exploration.Some move to new countries, learning to navigate unfamiliar systems while building something of their own.What unites them isn’t just ambition—it’s resilience, creativity, and the courage to challenge the status quo.🎙 In this podcast, we talk to founders at every stage—from testing first ideas to leading groundbreaking companies.They’re solving real problems: from interplanetary travel to fixing bureaucracy for expats or reducing food waste with smart sensors.Their stories prove: entrepreneurship isn’t just for those who planned for it. It’s for anyone with a vision and the determination to make it real.ABOUT START Munich: START Munich is the largest independent student initiative focused on entrepreneurship in Munich. Founded in 2003, it brings together a new generation of entrepreneurs and offers direct access to the startup world. With over 450 active members, START Munich has been the launchpad for successful startups like Freeletics, IDnow, and Trade Republic.Through a vibrant community, hands-on events, workshops, and team-driven projects, START Munich helps students gain the skills, experience, and connections they need to turn ideas into real ventures.Whether you're just starting out or already deep into your entrepreneurial journey, START Munich is your space to grow, build, and connect.👉 Learn more at startmunich.de

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