EU-Startups Podcast | Episode 94: Paulo Rodriguez, Head of International at Vanta | EU-Startups

In this episode, we catch up with Paulo Rodriguez, Head of International at Vanta, the leading trust management platform that simplifies and centralises security for organisations of all sizes.

Founded in 2018 is on a mission to secure the internet and protect consumer data. With customers in 58 countries and offices in Dublin, New York, San Francisco, and Sydney, Vanta continues to expand its global reach. Last summer, Vanta raised a $150 million Series C funding round led by Sequoia Capital. The company is now valued at $2.45 billion, up from $1.6 billion in 2022, with total funding raised amounting to $353 million.

Paulo discusses the importance of early security planning for startups, the strategic risks associated with market expansion, and the impact of AI regulations on innovation. He emphasises that compliance can serve as a competitive advantage and shares insights on mediating conflicts between sales and engineering teams. He also highlights the need for proactive security measures, the importance of educating families about cybersecurity, and much more.

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Key takeaways

• Start planning early to build your security.
• Compliance can be a competitive advantage.
• Cultural nuances affect compliance strategies.
• Understanding customer needs is key to success.
• Building a security routine is vital for startups.

This episode of EU-Startups Podcast is brought to you by Vanta. Compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, with Vanta it can be super simple. Trusted by over 7,000 companies, Vanta automates the pricey, time-consuming process of prepping for ISO 27001,SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, and more. Learn more here.