Nicolai Schaettgen
Speaker
Nicolai is a serial entrepreneur and visionary leader, dedicated to bridging the gap between high-growth tech companies and large corporates in the telecom ecosystem. As the Founder and CEO of Match-Maker Ventures (MMV), Nicolai has built a global platform that facilitates impactful collaborations—“Corp-Ups”—helping scaleups integrate seamlessly with telecom giants. Under his leadership, MMV has become a strategic partner for 16+ scaleups, with a presence in over 40 locations worldwide.
Prior to founding MMV, Nicolai was part of the global telecom leadership team at Arthur D. Little, advising multi-billion-dollar companies and financial investors. His experience spans 22 countries, giving him a unique global perspective on corporate strategy and innovation.
Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, Nicolai serves on the Advisory Boards of several tech companies, lectures at the Vienna University of Economics and Business, and is a regular keynote speaker on innovation and collaboration.
Nicolai holds a Ph.D. in Law and dual Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Law, with academic experience in Austria and the United States.

Featured Sessions
04:00 PM
17 June 2025
04:00 PM-05:30 PM
Stage C
Discover how to identify and prioritize AI strategies that deliver the highest ROI. Learn best practices for building a solid AI foundation and explore where CSPs are making bold investments to drive business success—while avoiding technical debt.
09:15 AM
19 June 2025
09:15 AM-09:30 AM
Innovation Arena
Exploring Innovation Through Collaboration: Orange & Shabodi Discover why Orange and Shabodi joined forces in the evolving world of Network APIs. This session will explore how their partnership is driving innovation, the strategies behind their successful collaboration, and how TM Forum is supporting their ongoing journey. Gain insights into their future plans and how they are shaping the API ecosystem together.
09:30 AM
19 June 2025
09:30 AM-10:00 AM
Innovation Arena
Bridging the Gap: Unlocking Start-Up & Corporate Collaboration This session explores why start-up and corporate partnerships often fall short—and how to overcome those challenges. Learn how AI is transforming collaboration outcomes and accelerating innovation, and discover how TM Forum plays a key role in enabling impactful, value-driven partnerships across the ecosystem.