In this interview, we sit down with Erik Muttersbach, founder of Forto, to dive into his journey from early tech curiosity to building one of Europe’s most prominent logistics tech companies. Erik shares how he found his way into computer science, what drew him to the complex world of freight, and how he scaled Forto from an engineering-first perspective.

We explore the pivotal technical decisions — both the wins and the mistakes — that shaped Forto’s platform, as well as the emotional and strategic challenges of stepping back from day-to-day operations. Now back in the founder seat, Erik opens up about the drive behind his new venture, what he's building, and how lessons from Forto are shaping his approach the second time around.

He also shares his thoughts on Europe’s evolving tech ecosystem, the unique strengths (and ongoing hurdles) of building on this side of the Atlantic, and how the latest developments in AI are transforming early-stage engineering and product strategy.

Whether you're a founder, engineer, or just curious about the future of tech in Europe, this conversation is full of insight, reflection, and forward-looking energy.

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