Scaling a tech business comes with unique challenges—scarce resources, limited technical expertise, and high stakes. But what if your tech partner was also an investor with skin in the game?In this webinar hosted by InHouse Ventures' Elliot Spiegel, I join founders Mark Nimco (PaymentLogic) and Cameron Hope (Hirehood) to explore the transformative potential of tech equity. We all share how this hands-on investment model fills critical technical gaps, aligns with long-term visions, and delivers real, measurable results.This episode was first published on the Inhouse Ventures website: https://www.inhouseventures.com.au/Subscribe to the Smarter Software Outsourcing show for actionable insights to better hire and manage offshore tech teams, even when you are on the go. Need to grow your team and expand your software development capabilities with a reliable tech partner by your side?Visit https://ventures.arcanys.com/ or connect with Arcanys Ventures co-founder Fred on LinkedIn ➡️ https://linkedin.com/in/fredjoye

In this episode, I’m joined by Andy Hilliard, CEO of Accelerance, to discuss how outsourcing has transformed—from a few dominant players to an explosion of new service providers. Together, we’ll explore why authenticity and relationship-building are now critical, how to cut through the noise, and what costly mistakes to avoid. If you’re involved in outsourcing, or even just considering it, this episode is a must-listen.Subscribe to the Smarter Software Outsourcing show for actionable insights to better hire and manage offshore tech teams, even when you are on the go. Need to grow your team and expand your software development capabilities with a reliable tech partner by your side? Visit https://www.arcanys.com/ or connect with Arcanys co-founder Fred on LinkedIn ➡️ https://linkedin.com/in/fredjoye

In this episode of The Bottom Line Podcast, I join host Sevan Tuna to delve into the unique investment approach at Arcanys Ventures. We explore how our model blends talent provision with equity participation, creating new opportunities for tech startups. I also share insights on startup valuations, the pivotal role of effective founders, and the challenges of raising capital in today’s economic environment.It’s a conversation packed with practical advice and industry insights. Thanks for tuning in—I hope you enjoy our discussion!This episode was first published on The Bottom Line Podcasthttps://www.alexanderspencer.com.au/the-bottom-line/Predictable B2B Success Podcast: https://www.alexanderspencer.com.au/the-bottom-line/& its host , Sevan Tuna https://www.linkedin.com/in/sevantuna/Get in touch with me:LinkedIn: /fredjoye Email: [email protected]: https://www.arcanys.com

I had the pleasure of joining Vinay Koshy on his podcast, Predictable B2B Success. We explored the competitive landscape of software development outsourcing and how Arcanys stands out by focusing on company culture and community.This episode is filled with valuable insights on navigating the software outsourcing industry, driving innovation, and making a positive impact on the tech community. I hope you enjoy our discussion! Thanks for tuning in!This episode was first published on the Predictable B2B Success Podcast:https://www.sproutworth.com/software-...Predictable B2B Success Podcast: https://www.sproutworth.com/& its host and Sproutworth founder, Vinay Koshy   / vinaykoshy  Get in touch with me:LinkedIn: /fredjoye  Email: [email protected]: https://www.arcanys.com

In another engaging discussion, I recently had the pleasure of joining Derek Gallimore on The Outsource Accelerator Podcast. We delved into the dynamic world of outsourcing, focusing on how Arcanys fosters a healthy work culture and how Arcanys Ventures supports startups through strategic investments.This episode is packed with valuable insights on building an outsourcing ecosystem and making a meaningful community impact. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. You can listen to the full episode here. Thank you for tuning in!This episode was first published on the Outsource Accelerator Podcasthttps://www.outsourceaccelerator.com/podcast/building-an-outsourcing-ecosystem-for-software-engineers-with-fred-joye-of-arcanys-ventures/Outsource Accelerator Podcast https://www.outsourceaccelerator.com/source/podcasts/& its host and OA founder, Derek Gallimore https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-gallimore/Get in touch with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredjoyeEmail: [email protected]: https://www.arcanys.com

In another interesting chat I had recently, Jürgen Strauss of InnovaBuzz invited me to discuss my journey from a stable corporate finance career in Switzerland to the world of software development outsourcing in Cebu, Philippines.I quite enjoyed sharing with him our unique approach at Arcanys Ventures, combining tech outsourcing with strategic investments to help startups grow. And we even touched a bit on how my business partner and I cultivate a positive work culture at Arcanys, reflecting the overall long-term vision behind our initiatives.Hope you enjoy listening to our friendly discussion!This episode was first published on The InnovaBuzz Podcast: https://innovabiz.com.au/podcast/fred-joye-innovabuzz-618/InnovaBuzz Podcast: https://innovabiz.com.au/& its host, Jürgen Strauss https://au.linkedin.com/in/jurgenstraussGet in touch with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredjoyeEmail: [email protected] Website: https://www.arcanys.com

In this episode, a dear friend and colleague, Dean Denny, gave me the chance to share the origin story of Arcanys, how my own experiences played a role in shaping our culture, particularly our holistic wellness initiatives, and how it ultimately led to the addition of the Arcanys CrossFit Gym.This episode was first published on the Open Source Growth Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/building-high-performance-software-teams-and/id1469951099?i=1000632773850Open Source Growth: Powerful SAAS Marketing Strategies with Dean Denny: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/open-source-growth-powerful-saas-marketing-strategies/id1469951099Need to grow your team and expand your software development capabilities with a reliable tech partner by your side? Visit www.arcanys.com.Get in touch with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredjoyeEmail: [email protected] Website: https://www.arcanys.com

In this episode of the Smarter Outsourcing Podcast, Fred welcomes Jon Darbyshire, a visionary leader and serial entrepreneur who's made a great impact in the world of business process management. Jon talks about SmartSuite's unconventional software outsourcing journey by cultivating remote-first collaboration across 6 distributed teams.00:00 Intro03:40 You started with a comprehensive product at SmartSuite instead of an MVP. How did this approach shape your go-to-market strategy and the company's growth trajectory?08:01 How did you have enough confidence in your product's potential to forgo building an MVP and instead invest in fully developing it from the start?10:35 How did partnering with six providers to build a diverse and remote development team shape SmartSuite's competitive edge? How does the daily collaboration with multiple providers work?14:01 How have your investments in various companies shaped your perspective on running SmartSuite, and what key lessons have you taken from these experiences?17:14 What was the thought process behind SmartSuite, and how does it contribute to building a strong culture and enhance intergenerational collaboration?21:13 How did you incorporate and represent the diverse cultures of your clients into a unified interface and user experience?23:01How did you select the individuals you wanted to work with, and why is the ability to build personal connections with them so important?25:43 You're offering equity to vendors in SmartSuite. What led you to choose this business model, and what makes you believe it represents the future for startups?29:50 Have you seen more and more startups following this model since you started almost four years ago?32:37How did you handle the cross-cultural environment while working with six different providers from various countries? How well do the teams collaborate with each other?34:35 A lot of companies that initially adopted remote work due to Covid now bring their teams back to the office for improved cohesion and collaboration, and stronger company culture. What's your perspective on that?Subscribe to the Smarter Software Outsourcing show for actionable insights to better hire and manage offshore tech teams, even when you are on the go. Need to grow your team and expand your software development capabilities with a reliable tech partner by your side? Visit https://www.arcanys.com/ or connect with Arcanys co-founder Fred on LinkedIn ➡️ https://linkedin.com/in/fredjoye

A few months ago, Daniel invited me to talk about how culture, although not quite measurable, plays a significant role in the success and failure of a business.It was great being on the other side of the podcast fence, if you will. I loved having Daniel rack my brain a little bit about what culture means for Arcanys, and how it has evolved now that most of us are working remotely.I hope you enjoy listening as much as we have enjoyed recording it!This episode was first published on The Remote-Culture Podcast:https://www.remote-culture.com/1485994/11632390-1-helping-employees-feel-great-about-themselves-with-frederic-joye-from-arcanysRemote-Culture Podcast https://www.remote-culture.com/1485994& its host, Daniel Abebe https://www.linkedin.com/in/abebedaniel/Get in touch with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredjoyeEmail: [email protected] Website: https://www.arcanys.com

In this episode of Outsourcing Stories, Fred exchanges with Jin Zhu to share their insights on where Duet Inc. has been struggling before the company worked with Arcanys, how the partnership has fared and how far the team has grown so far.Duet Inc. is a Silicon Valley startup with a simple yet powerful software solution designed for transportation service providers to improve their productivity.00:24 About Duet, Inc.01:12 Arcanys team overview02:00 Start of the collaboration with Arcanys03:08 Arcanys' role in achieving strategic goals04:35 Value comparison: California Vs. Philippines05:36 Distributed teams are changing the game07:11 Duet, Inc. x Arcanys: Daily collaboration08:04 Project management: roles distribution09:00 Travel perspectives to visit the Arcanys offshore team10:46 The partnership's impact on Duet's business11:16 Considerations for in-house Vs. outsourced team setups15:08 Benefits of a Dedicated Team engagement model17:26 Closing thoughtsSubscribe to the Smarter Software Outsourcing show for actionable insights to better hire and manage offshore tech teams, even when you are on the go. Need to grow your team and expand your software development capabilities with a reliable tech partner by your side? Visit https://www.arcanys.com/ or connect with Arcanys co-founder Fred on LinkedIn ➡️ https://linkedin.com/in/fredjoye