In this episode, Sasha Orloff talks with John Glasgow, CEO & CFO of Campfire, about building an AI-native ERP system that streamlines finance workflows through automation and faster month-end close. Fresh from raising $35 million, John shares insights on modernizing legacy systems, the challenges of building complex financial software, and why now is the right time to innovate in accounting tech.
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RECOMMENDED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnglasgow
https://campfire.ai/
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X/SOCIAL:
@john__glasgow (John)
@sashaorloff (Sasha)
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) Preview
(00:22) Intro
(01:00) Guest introduction: John Glasgow
(01:51) Journey of Campfire
(05:05) Challenges and innovations in accounting software
(06:47) Shift to modern GL and AI integration
(11:21) Sponsors: Notion | Puzzle
(13:29) Real-world impact and case studies
(19:11) Fundraising and future plans
(20:01) Partnering with John Lockett and Excel
(21:06) AI conference and bigger investments
(21:48) Challenges of a seed-backed business
(22:50) Advice for founders in big industries
(23:36) Product velocity and customer trust
(25:51) Future plans and milestones
(29:24) Origin of Campfire
(30:53) Message to finance leaders and founders
(34:05) Future of finance and AI
(36:13) Wrap
