DealMakers Vadim Rogovskiy On Building & Exiting Companies And Now Creating An AI Executive Assistant To Extend Human Capabilities
Mar 25, 2025
Vadim Rogovskiy, a serial entrepreneur from Odessa, shares his remarkable journey of building, scaling, and exiting companies. He reflects on the challenges of securing funding and navigating leadership transitions. Vadim discusses his ambitious new project, EVE, an AI executive assistant aimed at enhancing human capabilities. He also sheds light on his experiences in venture capital and the importance of adaptability in entrepreneurship. With insights on market challenges and innovation, he invites listeners to explore the exciting potential of AI in business.
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Early Success with AdCenter
- Vadim sold his first company, AdCenter, to a U.S.-based company while still young and enjoyed such success early on.
- This exit allowed him to buy a house and a Porsche Cayenne Sport, marking a significant personal milestone.
Growth Journey of Clicky
- Clicky started as a bootstrap mobile ad marketplace and grew rapidly without outside funding at first.
- After raising $2 million, they scaled 3x to $13.5 million revenue before market challenges arose.
Timing Is Crucial in M&A
- Vadim learned that selling a company too late can be detrimental due to market downturns and declining multipliers.
- Founders rarely regret selling early but often regret holding on too long.