Meti Basiri is the Co-Founder and CEO of ApplyBoard.

ApplyBoard's mission is to empower students worldwide to unlock opportunities for the best education. With their innovative platform and expert team, they simplify the journey—from exploration and application to enrollment—helping thousands of students achieve their dreams of studying abroad.

Takeaways

- ApplyBoard's First Round of Investment.

- Mission-Driven Culture and Creating Impact.

- Scaling Challenges and Strategies

- Adapting to Recent Policy Changes

- ApplyBoard's Newest Venture - Capio

- Maintaining Startup Mentality During Growth

- Navigating Startup Culture and Growth Challenges

- The Balance of Internal Promotions vs. External Hires

- Co-Founder Dynamics: Family and Business

- International Expansion: Cultural Adaptation and Challenges

Chapters

00:00 The Founding Story of ApplyBoard

06:23 Navigating Early Investments

09:11 Mission-Driven Culture and Impact

13:58 Scaling Challenges and Strategies

17:07 Adapting to Policy Changes

21:09 Innovating with New Ventures

24:05 Maintaining Startup Mentality During Growth

26:29 Navigating Startup Culture and Growth Challenges

29:13 The Balance of Internal Promotions vs. External Hires

35:57 Co-Founder Dynamics: Family and Business

39:30 International Expansion: Cultural Adaptation and Challenges

43:27 Personal Growth and Resilience in Business

47:37 Finding Balance: Hobbies and Positive Mindset

Keywords

ApplyBoard, entrepreneurship, international students, education, startup culture, investment, scaling, mission-driven, policy changes, innovation, startup culture, hiring practices, co-founder relationships, international expansion, personal growth, resilience, business challenges, company values, team dynamics, leadership