Ep 338 - The Hustle Behind Helios

EPISODE INTRODUCTION

Alex Aronson, co-founder of Helios, a groundbreaking startup focused on democratizing solar energy in the Philippines, takes us on a journey from his roots in the Bay Area to his impactful career in the Philippine startup scene. He shares his passion for building high-performance teams and solving pressing consumer problems, particularly in the renewable energy sector. With a wealth of experience from his time at Bookie and Plantina, Alex discusses the challenges and triumphs of launching Helios, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and affordability in solar solutions. If you're curious about the future of energy, the startup hustle, or how to make a meaningful impact, this episode is filled with valuable insights and inspiration.

Episode Timeline: 

[00:03:08] - Alex Aronson's Hustle

[00:05:05] - Growing Up and Early Influences: Team Sports

[00:12:20] - Playing for the Philippine Volcanoes Rugby Team

[00:18:14] - Transitioning from Sports to Startups: Booky Experience

[00:24:17] - Navigating the Pandemic with Booky

[00:27:29] - Joining Payo and E-commerce Insights

[00:30:42] - Plentina: The Challenges of BNPL in Emerging Markets

[00:36:47] - Learning from Past Founders

[00:39:24] - The Birth of Helios and Its Mission

[00:47:07] - The Solar Market Landscape in the Philippines

[00:59:02] - Customer Journey and KYC Process

[01:04:22] - Payment Installments and Options

[01:14:23] - Building a High-Performance Team at Helios

[01:17:22] - Overcoming Challenges in Helios

QUOTES
What I tell young people and the people I hire is always, don't choose a company or an industry or a particular job. Choose someone like a good mentor. Choose someone who's going to teach you. Choose someone who's going to level you up and challenge you and help you acquire the skills you want, especially early in your career - Alex Aronson

CONNECT WITH ALEX:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-aronson/ 

Website: https://joinhelios.com/

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