In this firesidechat from Micromobility Europe 2025, Maxim Romain, the president and co-founder of Tier-Dott, shares his journey into the micromobility sector, discussing the evolution of bike sharing, the lessons learned from his experience with Ofo, and the strategic decisions that led to the formation of Tier-Dott. He emphasizes the importance of a conservative growth approach, the challenges and synergies of the recent merger with Tier, and the critical role of hardware in the business. Maxim also addresses sustainability, pricing strategies, and the future of micro mobility, highlighting the need for better parking infrastructure and the potential for significant market growth.

Guest: Maxim Romain, Co-Founder & President, Tier-Dott

Host: Prabin Joel Jones, CEO, Micromobility Industries

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Micro Mobility and Personal Journey

04:56 Lessons from Ofo and the Birth of Tier-Dott

09:42 Strategic Growth: The Slow and Steady Approach

14:35 The Merger: Challenges and Opportunities

19:51 Hardware Decisions: Building vs. Sourcing

24:38 Sustainability and Fleet Management

29:01 Market Dynamics: Pricing and User Adoption

33:50 Future of Micro Mobility: Trends and Predictions

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