Nate Kharrl, CEO and Co-Founder of Spec: $30 Million Raised to Build the Future of Fraud Defense

Personal Journey from Fraudster to Fraud Fighter: Nate's unique background as a former eBay fraudster who now combats fraud highlights his deep understanding of the field and the irony of his professional journey.

Founding During a Pandemic: The idea for Spec originated in 2014, but the COVID-19 pandemic created the perfect timing for Nate and his co-founder to finally launch the company, addressing the surge in fraud and scam activities.

Understanding the Fraud Landscape: Nate differentiates fraud from cybersecurity, explaining that fraud involves the misuse of systems for nefarious purposes, while cybersecurity focuses on protecting systems from unauthorized access.

Customer-Driven Product Evolution: The first customers of Spec helped shape the company's product by providing real-world feedback, leading to a better understanding and articulation of their core value proposition.

Navigating Enterprise Sales: The transition from founder-led sales to a dedicated sales team has been challenging, but essential for scaling the business and addressing the complex needs of large enterprises.

Future Vision with AI: Nate envisions leveraging AI to make complex fraud detection more accessible and efficient for non-technical users, enhancing the platform's value and usability.