The SaaS Podcast: Build, Launch & Scale Your SaaS

Omer Khan
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Oct 2, 2025 • 43min

Bootstrapped SaaS: 5 Years of Nights & Weekends to $10M ARR | Accelevents

Jonathan Kazarian, the Founder and CEO of Accelevents, turned a hedge fund side project into a $10 million ARR event management platform. He candidly shares his journey through the pandemic, pivoting from in-person to virtual events and pre-selling features to survive a zero-revenue crisis. Kazarian reveals the importance of lightning-fast customer support, how hosting dinner events generated leads more effectively than cold outreach, and the tough lessons learned from layoffs during the tech downturn.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 50min

Agency to AI SaaS: $1M to $18M ARR in 9 Months | Fyxer

Richard Hollingsworth, Co-founder and CEO of Fixer, transformed a bootstrapped executive assistant agency into a thriving AI SaaS business that skyrocketed from $1M to $18M ARR in just 8 months. He discusses leveraging customer data for AI development and the pivotal role of GPT-3 in automating services. Richard highlights targeting professional services for growth, details a rapid $1.2M enterprise deal, and shares insights on scaling a team from 4 to 40 while maintaining company culture. Personal stories showcase Fixer's positive impact on work-life balance.
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27 snips
Sep 18, 2025 • 44min

Enterprise AI Strategy: From Hacker News Launch to 7-Figure ARR | Stack AI

Bernard Aceituno, Co-founder and CEO of StackAI, is a former MIT PhD who transformed his research into a no-code enterprise AI platform with over 100 customers and $16M raised. He discusses his pivot from academia to entrepreneurship and the crucial signals that led to a shift from dataset management to workflow automation. A scrappy MVP launch on Hacker News generated instant interest, while focusing on enterprise IT proved vital for growth. Bernard shares the hard lessons learned about scaling sales and navigating customer segments.
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17 snips
Sep 11, 2025 • 47min

SaaS Growth Strategy: From $0 to $100M ARR | Proof

Pat Kinsel, founder and CEO of Proof, shares his journey from a notary service to a robust transaction security platform. He discusses how COVID-19 reshaped demand and pushed innovation for enterprise clients. The conversation highlights the importance of consumer engagement and strategic growth, navigating regulatory challenges, and adapting business models. Kinsel also offers quick insights on productivity, finishing tasks, and the essence of successful entrepreneurship, all while emphasizing the balance between technology and market needs.
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4 snips
Sep 4, 2025 • 48min

Product-Market Fit Obsession: $200M ARR After 2 Failures | Pendo

Todd Olson, founder and CEO of Pendo, shares his remarkable journey from two failed startups to a $200M ARR success. He discusses crucial lessons on overcoming challenges and achieving product-market fit. Insights into the analytics behind improving user experiences highlight Pendo's innovative approach in the SaaS space. Todd emphasizes the importance of bold design choices, the evolution of sales strategies, and defining an ideal customer profile. This engaging conversation offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in navigating the startup world.
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44 snips
Jul 17, 2025 • 45min

Pivoting to AI Agents: From $0 to 100K Users | Lindy

Flo Crivello, founder and CEO of Lindy, shares her journey from creating TeamFlow to launching a no-code platform for AI agents that automate workflows. She discusses the challenges of product positioning and the importance of user forgiveness in early failures. Explore how Lindy navigates the competitive AI market and achieves product-market fit through customer feedback. Flo also offers insights on leveraging Twitter for engagement and the traits that define unstoppable founders, all while highlighting the chaos and excitement of startup growth.
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15 snips
Jul 10, 2025 • 57min

PLG Strategy: Fixing Retention to Hit $1M ARR | Fathom

Richard White, founder and CEO of Fathom, shares insights from his journey developing an AI note-taking app that transforms meeting experiences. He emphasizes the crucial role of user retention over initial acquisition for sustainable growth. Richard discusses innovative strategies to enhance user engagement, including simulating meetings and leveraging AI for revenue growth. He also reflects on his entrepreneurial path from UserVoice to Fathom, revealing how past challenges shape current success and the importance of a skilled team.
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30 snips
Jul 3, 2025 • 53min

SaaS Growth Strategy: 7 Years of Zero Revenue to $100M ARR | Sigma Computing

In this discussion, Rob Woollen, Co-founder and CTO of Sigma Computing, shares insights on building a data analytics platform that now boasts over $100 million in ARR. He emphasizes the importance of user feedback and strategic partnerships, particularly with Snowflake, in navigating their growth. Rob reveals the emotional rollercoaster of transforming a struggling startup into a thriving business, balancing intuition with data-driven decisions. His journey offers valuable lessons on resilience, passion, and the significance of fostering strong customer relationships.
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33 snips
Jun 12, 2025 • 58min

Service-to-SaaS Strategy: Bootstrapping to $5M ARR | Aditude

Jared Siegal, founder and CEO of Aditude, shares his journey from consulting to a successful SaaS business. He emphasizes the importance of offering value to build trust and discusses the challenges of scaling and delegating responsibilities. Siegal reveals how events can foster client relationships, plus insights into navigating capital and maintaining product stability before seeking investment. He also touches on the impact of AI and his personal battles with multiple sclerosis, showcasing resilience and the drive to innovate.
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23 snips
Jun 5, 2025 • 55min

Bootstrapped SaaS Growth: $0 to $1M ARR in 90 Days | Submagic

David Zitoun, co-founder and CEO of Submagic, is passionate about revolutionizing video creation. He shares how Submagic quickly developed an MVP that leverages TikTok for marketing, helping creators make viral-ready shorts. The conversation dives into the importance of understanding customer needs, building traction through partnerships, and the challenges of scaling beyond $1 million in revenue. Zitoun emphasizes innovation in a competitive market and shares productivity hacks, leaving listeners inspired to pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams.

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