Indiana 250: Off the Record with Nate Feltman Off the Record with Scott Dorsey
Jan 23, 2025
Scott Dorsey, co-founder and managing partner of High Alpha, is a tech visionary known for revolutionizing digital marketing with ExactTarget, a company sold to Salesforce for $2.5 billion. He shares insights on the unique 'Orange Culture' that defined ExactTarget's success. Dorsey discusses his commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and strengthening Indiana's tech ecosystem. He also emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and education through his nonprofit initiative, Next Tech, showcasing how community and innovation drive lasting change.
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Childhood Adaptability
- Scott Dorsey's family moved frequently due to his father's job at IBM.
- This taught him adaptability, making new friends, and appreciating a strong work ethic.
IU Experience
- Dorsey chose Indiana University for its business school, athletics, and Big Ten status.
- He met his wife there, and three of their four daughters have also graduated from IU.
Silicon Valley Inspiration
- During his MBA program, Dorsey visited Silicon Valley, meeting with tech leaders like Eric Schmidt.
- This inspired him to pursue tech entrepreneurship.
