Editor's Note: At the time of recording, Ingus Rūķis was Co-CEO of Mapon. By the episode's release, his title had changed to CTO.

In this episode, we’re joined by Ingus Rūķis, CTO and former Co-CEO of Mapon, to discuss his career journey, the impact of ISO certifications on business growth, and the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. From his early days in Latvia’s leading social network to his leadership role at Mapon, Ingus shares valuable insights on navigating the tech industry and leading a fast-growing company.

In this episode, we will discuss:

Ingus's journey from Draugiem.lv to becoming Co-CEO of Mapon
The challenges and rewards of transitioning from a technical role to leadership
The impact of ISO certifications on product development and business operations
How to maintain work-life balance in demanding leadership roles

Ingus Rūķis

CTO (Former Co-CEO) of Mapon

With over two decades of experience in product development and technology, Ingus Rūķis has played a key role in the growth of Mapon since 2014. Starting his career at Latvia's leading social network, Draugiem.lv, Ingus has developed strong skills in product portfolio management, business strategy, and process optimization. As Co-CEO, he has guided Mapon through significant evolution, including the implementation of ISO certifications.

Adrians Miņins

A/V Technical Project Manager

Adrians Miņins is a certified Project Manager who has worked at TestDevLab for several years now. With experience in the industry and a strong passion for software quality, Adrians is the perfect person to lead discussions with industry experts and delve deeper into exciting and thought-provoking topics.

#18 CTO (Former Co-CEO), ISO Impact, and Work-Life Balance: A Glimpse into Mapon

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