Moving to Frankfurt: Looking for insights into the German IT & Marketing market
Posted by oleksii_kostunov@reddit | expats | View on Reddit | 6 comments
Moving to Frankfurt: Looking for insights into the German IT & Marketing market
Hey Reddit! I’m Oleksii, a digital agency founder from Ukraine preparing for my move to Frankfurt.
Over the last few years, I’ve navigated the challenges of running a digital agency, managing everything from branding and web development to complex SEO. I’ve always been a "product-first" person, focusing on scalable architecture and efficient management systems rather than quick, template-based fixes.
Currently, I am in the process of integration and learning the language, but my heart is with my team back home. My goal is to bridge the gap between the German market and my Ukrainian specialists, restoring the workflow and stability they deserve.
I would love to connect with local entrepreneurs to discuss how agencies operate in Hessen. If you're open to a chat about business management, growth, or the local tech scene, let’s connect. Coffee is on me!
Subterraniate2@reddit
Well, I speak English fluently, yet I‘ve no flipping idea what it is you do.
‘Scalable architecture’ and even SEO (what that) in a digital agency which eschews template-based fixes, and which aims to restore workflow to Ukraine. 🤔
Are you designing pre-fab houses for bomb ravaged cities, using unorthodox construction practices, and possibly reviving the use of fax machines for business between Germany and Ukraine while conditions remain uncertain?
oleksii_kostunov@reddit (OP)
Haha, definitely no fax machines involved! To put it simply: we build custom websites and software (not using basic builders like Wix or Tilda) and help businesses grow their online presence through search engines (SEO).
My 'scalable architecture' just means we write code that won't break when a site gets a lot of visitors. Think of it as building a solid digital foundation for a business rather than just a pretty landing page. No pre-fab houses yet, but I'll stick to the digital world for now!
Subterraniate2@reddit
Fair play to you! Im immensely grateful for your excellent explanation; I feel I’ve learned valuable info there.
(I’m mortified to admit I was in earnest about the pre-fabs. I genuinely couldn’t square designing small buildings with anything else I thought you were talking about 🙄 Mind you…..it’s an idea, perhaps!) Good luck to you in Germany.
oleksii_kostunov@reddit (OP)
I’m immensely grateful for your words and for this professional exchange!
Also, I’m sorry if my original post was a bit confusing — my English is still a work in progress, so I might not have expressed my thoughts clearly.
You actually gave me a great idea. If you ever come across a volunteer initiative or a project in Ukraine focused on rebuilding or helping people, please let me know. My team and I would be honored to build a professional website for them for free. It’s the least we can do to support our country while we grow and integrate here.
chefkoch_@reddit
Without some solid german you will have a hard time, as all your competitors will be able to provide this.
oleksii_kostunov@reddit (OP)
Absolutely agree! That’s exactly why language integration is my top priority right now. My plan is to enroll in intensive courses as soon as I arrive in Frankfurt and dedicate as much time as possible to it. My goal is to combine my technical expertise with proper local communication. Thanks for the honest heads-up!