Emery Wells

Emery Wells, co-founder and CEO of Frame.io, details his incredible journey from NYC bartender to startup founder, culminating in a $1.3 billion sale to Adobe. He shares insights from his work with SNL that ignited his entrepreneurial spirit. Discussing the importance of design and a unique company culture, he rejects the lean startup model and emphasizes maintaining high standards. Emery also navigates the intense processes of fundraising and acquisitions, along with the impact of AI on creativity—highlighting lessons learned along the way.

In this discussion, Emery Wells, CEO and co-founder of Frame.io, shares his journey from running a post-production company to revolutionizing video collaboration. He delves into how remote work has transformed the film industry, enhancing flexibility and efficiency. Emery highlights the evolution of data transfer methods and advanced technologies addressing industry challenges. He shares insights on maintaining team cohesion in distributed work environments and the innovative strategies behind virtual events during the pandemic, all while navigating the intersection of filmmaking and technology.

Emery Wells, CEO of Frame.io, discusses the platform's evolution, seamless integration with editing tools, challenges in transitioning to the new venture, operational strategies for communication in a growing organization, and fostering a unique company culture. The quickfire round covers business books, filmmaking inspiration, and future ventures.