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Josh Reeves, CEO of Gusto – Building a $9.6 Billion Company to Serve Small Businesses

Dec 3, 2024
Josh Reeves, CEO and Co-founder of Gusto, leads one of the largest HR and payroll companies dedicated to small businesses. He shares insights on finding product-market fit in a complex sector and building Gusto’s embedded fintech strategy. The discussion emphasizes the evolving role of a CEO, focusing on strategic leadership and talent management. Reeves also highlights the importance of partnerships and customer feedback in enhancing services, as well as the story behind Gusto’s piggy mascot, Penny, which symbolizes reliability and support.
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  • Gusto's success lies in its horizontal approach, allowing it to tailor versatile solutions for the diverse needs of over 300,000 SMBs.
  • The company prioritizes organic growth through user-friendly products, fostering strong client relationships that facilitate a land-and-expand business model.

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Understanding Diverse SMB Needs

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) encompass a wide range of industries and sub-verticals, with over 3,000 distinct segments identified within the SMB landscape. This diversity necessitates that companies like Gusto tailor their solutions to meet varied customer needs effectively. Rather than focusing solely on specific sectors, Gusto aims for a horizontal approach, proving that a well-rounded, versatile product can cater to different types of businesses. The company's commitment to understanding this complexity enables them to provide valuable services that address the unique challenges faced by each SMB.

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