179: From Law to Tech: Roman Zelichenko's Journey to Innovating Immigration Compliance

Sophie Alcorn Podcast

Discover the powerful intersection of law, technology, and entrepreneurship as we sit down with Roman Zelichenko, an ex-immigration attorney turned tech innovator. Roman’s journey is nothing short of inspiring – from his early days in finance, finding a surprising passion for immigration law, to becoming a key player at Fragomen.

Learn how his experiences as an immigrant from Ukraine shaped his determination to streamline and improve the immigration process through the creation of LaborLess, a groundbreaking tech startup, and GMI Rocket, a marketing agency devoted to helping immigration firms thrive in the digital era.

Roman shares invaluable insights from his transition from immigration law to the fintech world, a move that armed him with the business knowledge necessary to launch his own ventures. Hear about the unique challenges and opportunities he encountered, as well as his practical advice for future entrepreneurs on maintaining financial stability while developing a startup. We also delve into the critical role his marketing agency plays in supporting global mobility professionals, emphasizing innovative strategies that bridge the gap between human stories and business.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Career transition from immigration law to fintech consulting

• The human side of working with immigration lawyers

• The impact of generative AI on the legal industry

• LaborLess and GMI Rocket overview

• How immigration tec is ripe for investment and innovation

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Supporting Resources:

https://gmirocket.com/gmi-courses/digital-marketing-for-the-immigration-industry-2021-2023/

Websites:

• LaborLess: http://www.laborless.io

• GMI Rocket: http://www.gmirocket.com

Social Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romanzelichenko-electronic-lca-posting-public-access-file/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rzelichenko/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roman.zelichenko

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