The Unicorn CTO is a selective learning platform and community designed for CTOs and senior technology leaders. Our mission is to empower ambitious tech executives by combining meaningful peer connections, actionable content, and world-class training.
We believe that great engineering leadership doesn’t just happen — it’s built through structured learning, thoughtful reflection, and peer exchange.
🧑💻 The Community
We connect ambitious CTOs and technology leaders through a dedicated Slack community. Members come from diverse backgrounds and industries, providing invaluable opportunities for cross-sector learning, networking, and collaboration. Membership is selective, free, and by invitation only, ensuring high-quality interactions and shared experiences.
🎓 The Training Program
In addition to the community, we offer a premium, cohort-based program: The Unicorn CTO – Engineering Leadership Program
This 10-week course is designed for tech leaders who want to:
- Scale their teams sustainably
- Improve engineering performance
- Introduce structure without bureaucracy
- Integrate GenAI tools in development workflows
- Communicate more effectively with C-levels, boards, and investors
The program includes:
- Live weekly sessions (1.5h over 10 weeks)
- 1:1 coaching sessions tailored to your specific challenges
- Peer learning and structured exchanges
- Lifetime access to 30+ hours of videos, frameworks, and community support
More than 400 CTOs and tech leaders have taken the program — including leaders at Aircall, Alma, Euronext, Yubo, Leboncoin, Leapwork, and many others.
👉 Learn more about the program here.
👋 A Note from Daniel
I'm Daniel, a software engineer turned tech investment banker. Throughout my career, I’ve been obsessed with helping developers succeed, first as an engineer, then as a manager, coach, and now as an advisor to some of the most exciting tech companies in Europe.
Over the past five years, I’ve worked closely with hundreds of CTOs to help them scale their teams, evolve their leadership, and navigate growth. I created The Unicorn CTO to share what I’ve learned, connect like-minded leaders, and give back to a community I care deeply about.
Whether you’re looking to grow your leadership skills or simply want to exchange ideas with peers, welcome to The Unicorn CTO.