S6 Ep75: Sokratis Papafloratos, Founder of Numan.com - Success Is In The Mind

MAR 19, 202566 MIN
Success Is In The Mind - With Oliver Bruce

S6 Ep75: Sokratis Papafloratos, Founder of Numan.com - Success Is In The Mind

MAR 19, 202566 MIN

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<div>In this episode, we sit down with Sokratis Papafloratos, a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor renowned for his significant contributions to the tech and digital health sectors. <br> <br> Sokratis's journey began with an academic foundation in electronic engineering from the University of York, followed by a master's in information processing from King's College London. He commenced his career at Vodafone Group, focusing on strategy and business integration. <br> <br> His entrepreneurial ventures include:<br> <br> </div> <ul> <li> <strong>TrustedPlaces</strong>: Co-founded in 2006, this local reviews platform achieved profitability and was later acquired by Yell Group, where Sokratis served as Head of Social Products, steering post-acquisition strategy and product innovation. <br> <br> </li> <li> <strong>Togethera</strong>: Launched in 2013, Togethera was a private sharing app for families, reflecting Sokratis's commitment to creating platforms that foster personal connections. <br> <br> </li> </ul> <div>In 2018, Sokratis founded <strong>Numan</strong>, a digital health clinic for men, aiming to provide accessible medical treatments and knowledge. Under his leadership, Numan has empowered over 400,000 individuals to take control of their well-being, offering services that address various aspects of men's health. <br> <br> Beyond his ventures, Sokratis is an active angel investor, backing innovative companies like Calm, the world's first mental health unicorn. His career is marked by a commitment to innovation, a focus on destigmatising health issues, and a vision to use technology for social good. <br> <br> Join us as we delve into Sokratis's experiences, exploring his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges he's overcome, and his insights into the evolving landscape of digital health and technology.<br> <br> </div>