In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Diary, I chat with Kolindo Nika, a data engineer and founder of Cortex IoT. Based in Kuopio, Finland Kolindo has been an expat entrepreneur for over 3 years and has created a path that combines IoT with blockchain to redefine data security, transparency and trust.

We go deep into Kolindo’s entrepreneurial journey, from his first business to the trials and tribulations of his current one. He shares openly about how many ventures he’s tried, how some have failed and how others have succeeded, giving a rare insight into what it takes to build something meaningful.

We talk about what success means and Kolindo says: “True success is about making a real impact—positively impacting people’s lives through your solution or product or innovating within an industry. It’s about the journey, being at the forefront of new technologies, pushing boundaries and constantly evolving to be better.” His words will inspire anyone chasing their own dreams.

Kolindo also shares about being an international student and the challenges and opportunities that come with it. He talks about building a business in Finland and especially in Kuopio where programs like the Draft initiative by Business Center North Savo plays a big role in helping entrepreneurs turn their ideas into actual businesses. Through the Draft program Kolindo reached key milestones and learned how to work with new teams—a skill that has helped him grow as a leader.

Not just the highs of entrepreneurship but also the valuable lessons from the projects that didn’t work out but prepared the ground for the future. Whether you’re a student with an idea, an entrepreneur wanting to make an impact or just curious about the journey Kolindo’s story will speak to you.

Listen in for a chat about perseverance, innovation and what it takes to succeed in a fast-changing world. This episode is a must listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship and tech.

The Entrepreneur’s Diary podcast author:
Kelvin Aliche
kelvin.aliche@edu.savonia.fi

Co-Producers:
Matti Laitinen, Innovation advisor, matti.laitinen@savonia.fi, Business Center Pohjois-Savo
Suvi Suutarinen, Mynursie Oy
Jussi Nivamo, Savonia University of Applied Sciences

The podcast has been done in Collaboration with Business Center North-Savo – Check out the support activities for entrepreneurship and innovation
Business Center Pohjois-Savo: www.bcpohjois-savo.fi
Entrepreneurship and innovation skills in Savonia: https://www.savonia. fi/study-degree/information-about-study/innovation-competence/