Pete Koomen
YC General Partner and founder of Optimizely, which built software to help companies A-B test. He wrote an essay about building AI agents.
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May 23, 2025 • 30min
AI Apps Are Broken — Here's How To Fix Them
Pete Koomen, YC General Partner and founder of Optimizely, shares insights on reimagining AI in software. He critiques current AI tools, like Gmail's draft feature, for complicating tasks instead of simplifying them. The conversation highlights the need for customizable, AI-native applications that empower users. They discuss how user-driven prompts can transform the AI development landscape, making it accessible for non-programmers. Koomen advocates for a redesign of software that fully leverages AI's potential, enhancing productivity and user experience.
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Nov 16, 2024 • 23min
Enterprise Sales with Pete Koomen | Startup School
In this discussion, Pete Koomen, co-founder and CTO of Optimizely and Y Combinator partner, shares valuable insights from his journey to $100M ARR. He dives into the critical stages of the enterprise sales funnel, emphasizing founder involvement and the importance of tailored outreach. Pete offers strategies for navigating complex sales, mastering product demos, and determining effective pricing. He also stresses collaboration among teams and proactive engagement to ensure successful customer implementation. A treasure trove of wisdom for technical founders!
Oct 7, 2015 • 53min
098 How A Failing 2-Year Old Startup Achieved Product-Market Fit In 1 Week - With Tom Leung
Tom Leung, CEO of Anthology, shares the journey of transforming a failing startup to success. They discuss fundraising, pivots, and the value of startup experience. Learn how Anthology matches job opportunities with privacy, struggles faced, gaining traction, and the launch of Anthology Career Stories podcast.
