Ashutosh Garg

Ashutosh Garg, a visionary founder of two unicorns including Bloomreach and Eightfold AI, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining an open mind for idea validation to avoid tunnel vision. Ashutosh discusses the necessity of pivoting and addressing not only immediate but also future problems in the market. He highlights innovative hiring strategies, particularly engaging with previously rejected candidates, and shares lessons learned from his Google experience. His rapid growth from $1M to $12M in ARR showcases the power of adaptability in the startup world.