Adam Markowitz

Co-founder and CEO of Drata, former aerospace engineer who worked on the Space Shuttle program and co-founder of Portfolium; built Drata into a rapid-growth trust and compliance platform.

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Nov 13, 2025 • 32min

From NASA to nine-figure ARR: Adam Markowitz on building Drata, trust and timing in SaaS

Adam Markowitz, Co-founder and CEO of Drata and former aerospace engineer at NASA, shares his remarkable journey from the Space Shuttle program to the SaaS landscape. He discusses how his experiences shaped his founder mindset and led to Drata’s rapid success, hitting $100M ARR in just four years. Adam reveals the importance of product-market fit, strategic timing, and a partner-led go-to-market strategy. He also explores how AI is transforming compliance expectations and shaping the future of Drata as they expand their offerings globally.

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