

Founders Podcast
Ash Lonare
Welcome to Founder's Podcast.This is a show where I interview proven founders and industry experts who share their stories, strategies, and insights to help you build, launch, and grow your SaaS business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 21, 2024 • 56min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 6
Juan, founder of Inner Acceleration, discusses personal growth, overcoming burnout, and enhancing emotional, physical, social, and spiritual intelligence. He shares strategies for entrepreneurs to prevent burnout, recommends 'The Saint, the Surfer, and the CEO' book, and emphasizes consciousness and authenticity in entrepreneurship and productivity.

Apr 9, 2024 • 46min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 5
In this episode, I talk to Rao, the founder of Saaslogic.A super helpful tool for businesses that sell software online. Rao has lots of experience making big computer programs for big companies like IBM and GE. About 15 years ago, he started his own company called Expeed Software.But he noticed a problem: every time companies wanted to sell their software online, they had to deal with a lot of complicated stuff, like figuring out how to charge customers and keep track of payments.That's why Rao came up with Saaslogic. It's like a magic tool that makes it super easy for businesses to handle all the tricky parts of selling software online. With Saaslogic, companies can set their prices, send invoices to customers, and collect payments without any hassle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 43min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 4
In this episode, I talk to Charly, the founder of Wizards.lat.Amoruso, a dynamic leader with a passion for learning and a wealth of experience spanning over two decades. He's the mastermind behind Wizards.lat, a groundbreaking venture that's revolutionizing the job market.Charly's on a mission to unleash the untapped potential of Latin American talent onto the global stage. He's not just matching people with jobs; he's changing lives and transforming the way we think about work. From support reps to top-notch customer experience experts, Charly's team at Wizards.lat is shaking up the job market and making waves in the business world.Connect with me at https://www.oddcircles.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2024 • 49min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 3
In this episode, I talk to Justin, the founder of Ascend Labs.Justin loves starting new things. He started a bike share program at UC Berkeley and later worked at Jump Bikes. Uber bought Jump Bikes for a lot of money. Justin also worked at other startups. Now, he's starting Ascend Labs. It helps new entrepreneurs learn. Justin wants to share what he's learned with others. Ascend Labs also helps businesses with their plans and makes cool videos. Justin is excited to help others succeed like he has. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 2024 • 55min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 2
In this episode, I talk to Vinamra, the founder of brandhero.Vinmara, a dynamic force in the world of visual storytelling and design strategy. Renowned for his captivating TEDx talks and recognized as a '40-under-40' luminary.As a product designer, Vin has elevated countless businesses, driving exponential growth in revenue and user engagement. His visionary approach to design is guided by principles of clarity, empathy, and integrity, setting him apart as a trusted advisor and mentor within the global design community.Through his consultancy, Brandhero, Vin empowers businesses to forge meaningful connections with their audiences, leveraging User-centric websites and innovative product designs to tell compelling brand stories.With a knack for transforming concepts into tangible success stories, Vin is the go-to expert for those seeking to amplify their digital presence and unlock their brand's full potential. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 2024 • 42min
Founders Podcast Season 5 Episode 1
In this episode, I talk to Dennis, the founder of Hints & Dealscoring.Dennis is a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for making things happen. From his impressive journey in media and online publishing to his game-changing roles at companies like jacando, Dennis has always been at the forefront of innovation.But what really sets him apart is his dedication to understanding customers inside out – it's all about exceeding expectations.Now, he's rocking the scene with not one, but two groundbreaking products: Hints.co and Dealscoring.AI. Whether it's revolutionizing whistleblower software or shaking up sales intelligence, Dennis is your go-to guy for turning ideas into reality. So, if you're ready to make waves in the tech world, Dennis is your ticket to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2024 • 50min
Founders Podcast Season 4 Episode 10
In this episode, I talk to Alan, the founder of [Investor Match].Alan, the tech whiz who's been a doctor, inventor, mentor, and entrepreneur for over 40 years. After hearing lots of complaints from startup folks, he decided to fix things. That's how InvestorMatch came to life – his cool solution to common startup problems.Alan doesn't just talk big; he's all about making things happen. If you're tired of the usual startup struggles, Alan's got some stories for you.We'll be chatting with Alan about his crazy journey, how InvestorMatch started, and the cool stuff he wrote in his book, "Angel to LP." Get ready for a chill chat about startups, investing, and doing things differently with Alan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 2024 • 49min
Founders Podcast Season 4 Episode 9
In this episode, I talk to Marybeth, the founder of knowledgeOwlMarybeth, the "Chief Executive Owl" at KnowledgeOwl, a company she unintentionally founded in 2015. Her passion for helping people led her from roles like camp counselor to "Director of Customer Happiness" at SurveyGizmo. When they thought of shutting down HelpGizmo, a knowledge base tool, Marybeth and co-founder Pete saw an opportunity and acquired it, giving birth to KnowledgeOwl.Marybeth's expertise lies in knowledge management, customer support, and building people-first businesses. KnowledgeOwl focuses on crafting awesome knowledge base software, driven by customer feedback and sustained solely by its profits – no external investors. Join us to explore Marybeth's journey, KnowledgeOwl's evolution, and insights into creating customer-centric businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 2023 • 1h 3min
Founders Podcast Season 4 Episode 8
In this episode, I talk to Alex, the founder of sharewithmarvin.Meet Alex Feltwell, the CEO of Share With Marvin, a Social Media management SaaS startup redefining the digital landscape. As a father of nine, Alex blends personal insights with a background in global design and fintech. Partnered with Mike Blamires, a tech guru with a history at Answer Consulting, their accidental venture, Marvin, emerged from a client project at Kune Consulting.Marvin simplifies social media management, allowing businesses to write once and publish across platforms. Alex and Mike's collaboration of nearly eight years brings a unique synergy to their startup. Their platform not only ensures content compliance but also offers analytics for comprehensive performance insights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 2023 • 49min
Founders Podcast Season 4 Episode 7
In this episode, I talk to [Mac], the founder of Serial SaaS entrepreneur.Mac, delved into SaaS around 2006-2007. Despite numerous app ventures that didn't gain traction, he hit success in 2018 with Castanet, a LinkedIn outreach automation tool, growing it to 61K MRR in only 2 &1/2 years as a solo founder before exiting.Now living abroad as a digital nomad with his family, Mac is involved in various projects. He's also helping founder who bootstrap with mindset and strategy, and collaboratively creating a guide to Family with his wife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.