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Adil Mania

Adil Mania

The most creative nerd you know ✨ | Builder, founder, and storyteller

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Paris, France
Joined February 2026
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Summary

Adil is a serial founder and 'builder' in the tech space, having initiated and co-founded multiple ventures such as StartupOKLM, Teen Startup Day, The White Mirror, anomalie.space, and large language movies. He explicitly identifies as a 'builder' rather than an 'entrepreneur', focusing on creating value and impactful projects. adilmania+1
He is deeply involved in the AI and creative industries, leading 'large language movies' for AI productions and expressing strong opinions on AI's role in creativity. His work reflects a belief in technology as a tool for positive impact, rather than a source of fear. adilmania+2
Adil has a passion for fostering startup ecosystems, particularly in Europe. He founded Teen Startup Day to engage youth in entrepreneurship and co-founded anomalie.space with the vision of building a 'YC of Europe,' a hackerspace that embraces ambitious and unconventional ideas. adilmania+1
He is an active content creator and communicator, having successfully grown StartupOKLM into a large French startup media platform, hosted 'The Tech Ride' for tech conversations, and currently maintains a personal blog and Substack where he shares insights on how technology can empower individuals. adilmania+2
Adil balances his professional tech pursuits with personal interests in football (Real Madrid), music, psychology, and minimalism, indicating a well-rounded individual who values critical thinking and personal growth. adilmania+2

Work

Education

Writing

#behind-the-scenes - 00.Start Here.

March 1, 2024

An introductory essay to his blog, 'Make it Mania,' discussing his journey from stopping StartupOKLM to finding a new identity as a builder focused on how tech can work for people.

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Ah sh*t! Here we go again.

March 1, 2024

An essay detailing his rediscovery and commitment to writing about technology, emphasizing a shift from being an 'entrepreneur' to a 'builder' and focusing on positive tech narratives.

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Hobbies

Passionate about football, specifically Real Madrid. adilmania+1

Enjoys music, with Oum being a noted artist. adilmania+1

Interested in psychology and minimalism, inspired by figures like Derek Sivers. adilmania+2

Has a strong interest in design and Apple products. adilmania+1

Notes

DKDomokos Kertészsaid
AMAdil Mania
has played a meaningful role in a stealth mode startup or project.

Nov 3, 2025