Maxime Germain

Founder and CEO of Beside, an AI-powered phone and messaging product serving businesses; previously built startups in consumer tech and focused on bringing AI to the 'real economy.'

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1h 7min

French founders and AI priests with Maxime Germain

Maxime Germain, Founder and CEO of Beside, dives into the revolutionary world of AI-driven phone calls. He discusses how Beside manages an astonishing 2.5 million calls monthly and aims to redefine telephony for businesses. Maxime contrasts building an AI startup in Europe versus the US, emphasizing the importance of emotional design. He shares insights on the challenges of creating an AI receptionist, the unique needs of their users, and the future of AI memory. Plus, he highlights how Beside enriches human experiences rather than replacing jobs.

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