The Silicon Valley Podcast EP 245 Exploring the Future of API Integrations with Gil Feig
Jan 30, 2025
29:10
Episode Overview:
In this episode, we sit down with Gil Feig, co-founder of Merge, to explore the challenges and innovations in API integrations. Gil shares his journey from software engineering to entrepreneurship, the technical hurdles faced while building Merge, and the strategic decisions that drive the company’s success. We also dive into team building, financial strategy, and the future of Merge’s platform.
Topics Covered:
- Gil’s Career Journey – From software engineer to co-founding Merge
- Overcoming Technical Challenges – Unexpected hurdles and how the team solved them
- Strategic Integrations – How Merge prioritizes new software categories
- Unlocking Business Capabilities – The power of accessing customer data through Merge
- Hiring for Success – The key qualities Merge looks for in technical roles
- The In-Person Work Model – Pros and cons of operating without remote work
- Balancing Growth & Financial Prudence – How Merge manages spending while scaling
- Future Challenges & Opportunities – What’s next for Merge and how they’re preparing
- Lessons in Leadership – Gil’s biggest takeaways since founding Merge
Bonus Questions:
- How does Merge foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement?
- What new markets or sectors is Merge considering for expansion?
- How does Merge ensure data privacy and security?
- What KPIs are most critical to Merge’s success?
- What’s the most unexpected way a customer has used Merge’s platform?
Where to Learn More:
For more on Merge and their latest updates, visit Merge.dev or connect with Gil Feig on LinkedIn.