How can we (re)connect, build meaningful relationships and create moments of joy?
In this founders journey series, I sit down with Vidar Phoenix Leo Christiansen. He shares his founder's journey within Social Vibes , what he has learnt along the way and why he and the team create immersive experiences with the aim of ‘sparking connections and creating memories’.
Vidar Phoenix Christiansen is a Danish entrepreneur, leader, and creative strategist dedicated to fostering human connection through technology. As the founder of Social Vibes, he aims to combat loneliness and digital isolation by helping people create meaningful social experiences. With a background in business, leadership, and psychology, he blends creativity, empathy, and strategic execution to scale innovative ventures.
Raised in Denmark, Vidar’s journey, from overcoming personal hardships to traveling the world and working in sales, shaped his resilient and visionary mindset. Now based in Sweden with his Moroccan wife, he is passionate about fitness, digital art, travel, and personal growth. With Social Vibes, he envisions building a global movement that empowers people to connect deeply, embrace new experiences, and make lasting memories.
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02:58 Meet Vidar Phoenix Christiansen
05:00 Social Vibes, becoming an app
08:55 Creating adventures
12:30 Developing the technology, keeping the motivation
15:46 Meeting the team, growing the team
22:40 Design choices
26:35 Founder to leader journey
39:32 Finding funding
44:10 Shares some advice
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This episode was:
Hosted by Prichelle Rugdeo
Edited by Preneil Pillay
Original music by Jakob Ranum, Studio25
Produced by Prichelle Rugdeo and Preneil Pillay
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