Embark on a voyage of entrepreneurial wisdom as Hakob Sharabkhanyan, a visionary leader who crafted his tech empire from Armenian roots to the dynamic MENA market, sits down with me, Mehmet. Uncover the secrets behind transforming a tech-savvy mind into a CEO's strategic outlook, and why the early investment in a CTO or product manager can catapult a startup to stardom. Let Hakob's tale of nurturing a fledgling idea into an industry titan, with a team 80-strong serving elite clients, inspire your own path to business triumph. His insight into not just supplying talent but embedding crucial processes and frameworks into growing enterprises is a masterclass in building a startup with staying power. Plus, we dissect the common traps of SaaS development through the lens of Hakob's own roller coaster of successes and stumbles.

As AI revolutionizes our world, likened to the dawn of electricity, we explore its transformative role across the tech spectrum with our guest. Instead of a faceless threat, AI emerges as a partner, reshaping tasks from coding to quality assurance and unlocking potentials in product management through profound user data analysis. Get a glimpse of the future with AI-powered voice tools and the necessity of anti-AI measures to safeguard against a new wave of misinformation. This discussion isn't just about tech trends; it's a window into a future where AI and human creativity merge, crafting a professional realm redefined by this powerful synergy. Join us for a session that's at the forefront of technological evolution and the human touch that shapes its course.

About Hakob:

Hakob Sharabkhanyan is a young entrepreneur from Armenia. He started his first company, HackTech LLC at the age of 19 and grew it to a team of 80 people with $3M revenue as of now. He likes the gym, swimming, skiing, reading, and traveling.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakobsharabkhanyan

#303 Building SaaS Products with AI: Lessons from Hakob Sharabkhanyan's Entrepreneurial Experience