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Building a business in AI and automation: a Managing Partner’s story

More and more professionals are considering entrepreneurship, while still looking for structure, support, and a future-proof market. In this interview, a Valenta Managing Partner shares his personal journey, doubts, and insights.

1. How did you come to the decision to become a Valenta Managing Partner?

“I reached a point where I no longer wanted to just advise businesses from the sidelines. I wanted to build something myself, with real ownership and long-term impact.

I met many entrepreneurs working incredibly hard, yet still stuck in manual processes and repetitive tasks. Valenta gave me a way to help them free up time and grow, while building my own business at the same time.

What ultimately convinced me was the combination of entrepreneurial freedom, a clear and proven model, and the fact that AI is at the core of everything.”

2. What were you doing before Valenta, and what drew you toward a new direction?

“Before Valenta, I spent years in management roles within large organizations. Performance mattered, but in the end, I was always building someone else’s plan.

I enjoyed the work, but I increasingly felt the need to create something of my own. I wanted to choose the clients and projects I truly believed in.

I was looking for a path where my effort would directly translate into value, both for clients and for my family. Valenta felt like the right next step.”

3. Why did you choose Valenta instead of another path?

“I didn’t want a franchise that felt like a rigid script or a fixed way of working.

What stood out with Valenta was the balance. You build your own business locally, but you are not alone when it comes to expertise, delivery, and support.

I also appreciated the focus on practical outcomes. It’s about saving time, improving processes, and enabling better decision-making. The people in the network were also straightforward and ambitious, which gave me confidence in my choice.”

4. What were your concerns, and how did you overcome them?

“My biggest concern was a common one: can I build a steady pipeline and make this work in real life?

I also wondered how quickly I could build credibility in new conversations and whether the support would truly match what was promised.

I addressed these concerns by speaking with existing partners and being honest with myself. This is not passive income, it is a real business.

Once I saw the structure, the community, and the delivery capability, I felt confident enough to move forward.”

5. What is the biggest difference between being an employee and a Managing Partner at Valenta?

“As an employee, you can deliver strong work, but the direction and pace are often set by others.

As a Managing Partner, the sense of responsibility is different. Every decision you make directly impacts your business.

The freedom is energizing, but there is nowhere to hide. You need to lead yourself every day.

The biggest reward is seeing real impact in a client’s business, driven by work you initiated and delivered.”

6. How do you experience working with the Valenta network and delivery teams?

“What I value most is that I can focus on the client and the business problem, knowing that there is a strong team behind me for delivery.

When I bring a client challenge to the network, I don’t get vague answers. I get practical input, real examples, and clear next steps.

That gives me confidence in client conversations. You are not selling ideas, you are offering real capabilities.

In practice, the model works because it combines local relationships with a global team that can execute.”

7. What advice would you give to someone considering becoming a Managing Partner? And would you make the same choice again?

“My advice is to be clear about your motivation. If you want freedom and ownership, you also need to be ready for the discipline that comes with it.

Speak with existing partners, ask the difficult questions, and think about how you will build relationships in your market.

If you enjoy working with business owners and turning problems into clear actions, you will feel at home.

And yes, I would make the same choice again. It is challenging, but in the right way. It helps you grow as an entrepreneur and as a person.”