Product Led Growth Leaders

Thomas Watkins
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Jun 5, 2025 • 33min

110 - Start-Up Mode: How Freelancers Flip the Script and Build Tech Giants with Barefoot Solutions' Hunter Jensen

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions, Hunter Jensen. Hunter shares his journey from freelance developer to tech entrepreneur, highlighting the evolution of startups, especially with AI and software development. He discusses the shift from traditional SaaS models to customized solutions, emphasizing the importance of proprietary data for competitive advantage. Hunter also addresses the need for secure AI adoption in regulated industries and the changing dynamics of product development. Learn more about Hunter's work HERE.Connect with Hunter on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 26min

109 - Revolutionizing Workflows: How AI Agents Are Changing the Game for Productivity with Relay.app's Jacob Bank

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of Relay.app, Jacob Bank. Jacob discusses his journey from studying AI at Stanford to creating AI agents that enhance productivity. He explains the evolution from traditional software tools to AI agents that autonomously manage tasks, improving efficiency. The conversation covers the distinction between AI tools and traditional automation, the importance of workflow automation, and the user interface of Relay.app. Jacob also offers insights into getting started with Relay.app and shares his optimism for AI's transformative potential in productivity.Learn more about Jacob's work HERE.Connect with Jacob on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 29, 2025 • 22min

108 - Plug In & Stand Out: Podcast Marketing Strategies for B2B SaaS Leaders with Bold PMM's Gal Ko

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder, CEO, and PMM of Bold PMM, Gal Ko. Gal shares his journey from being fired from a startup to creating a company that helps B2B SaaS businesses leverage podcasting for marketing. He discusses the challenges Israeli companies face entering the U.S. market and the strategic importance of podcasting. Gal explains how his service streamlines the process of securing podcast appearances for busy founders, emphasizing the significant impact on brand visibility and credibility. Learn more about Gal's work HERE.Connect with Gal on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 27, 2025 • 28min

107 - Smarter Marketing Starts Here: How Personal Branding and AI Boost Business Efficiency with BrandAutomate.io's Rockey Simmons

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder of BrandAutomate.io, Rockey Simmons. Rockey delves into the significance of personal branding and the transformative potential of AI in business efficiency and marketing. Rockey highlights the challenges businesses face without effective branding and automation, emphasizing the importance of a founder's personal brand. He shares success stories, like a dental clinic benefiting from a voice agent, and stresses the need for businesses to adopt AI to stay competitive. Learn more about Rockey's work HERE.Connect with Rockey on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 22, 2025 • 22min

106 - Smart Support: The Future of Helping Families with Developmental Challenges with AI Ranger's Riva Kajangu

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of AI Ranger, Riva Kajangu. Riva discusses the fragmented and inefficient systems parents face when seeking support for conditions like ADHD and autism. He introduces Neo Sophia, a web app designed to help parents assess developmental issues early and connect with specialists. Riva emphasizes the importance of early intervention, building trust with parents, and the potential societal benefits of accessible, timely support for developmental delays.Learn more about Riva's work HERE.Connect with Riva on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 20, 2025 • 23min

105 - Decoding the Data Dilemma: How to Conquer Interpretation Challenges with Orcana.AI's Arjun Bidesi

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of Orcana.AI, Arjun Bidesi. Arjun explains how Orcana.AI simplifies data interpretation by presenting key insights in a digestible format, similar to a news bulletin. The platform allows users to ask questions in natural language and receive real-time analysis, making data more actionable. Client feedback highlights significant ROI and the desire for more prescriptive recommendations. The episode underscores Orcana.Ai's potential to transform data analytics and empower digital marketers.Learn more about Arjun's work HERE.Connect with Arjun on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 15, 2025 • 23min

104 - Mind the Gap: Transforming Accounting for the Modern Professional with Subledger's Johannes Degn

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder of Subledger, Johannes Degn. Johannes shares his journey from a failed startup in Kenya to creating Subledger, an accounting software designed to address the inefficiencies of traditional tools. He discusses the outdated nature of existing accounting software and the generational divide in accounting practices. Subledger aims to simplify accounting for startups through native integrations and automation, reducing manual data entry. Johannes highlights the importance of intuitive and efficient software solutions and emphasizes Subledger's user-friendly interface and seamless data integration features.Learn more about Johannes's work HERE.Connect with Johannes on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 13, 2025 • 22min

103 - From Fatigue to Focus: AI-Powered Consumer Insights That Actually Work with consumr.ai's Gautam Mehra

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO and Co-Founder of consumr.ai, Gautam Mehra. Gautam highlights the complexities of reconciling various data sources and the limitations of traditional survey methods. Gautam explains how consumr.ai leverages machine learning and AI to create digital twins of consumers, offering deeper insights into customer behaviors and preferences while ensuring privacy. Learn more about Gautam's work HERE.Connect with Gautam on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 8, 2025 • 21min

102 - The Timing Gap: Why You’re Profitable But Still Broke with Dryrun Financial Modeling Software's Blaine Bertsch

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder and CEO of Dryrun Financial Modeling Software, Blaine Bertsch. Blaine shares his journey from design and consulting to founding Dryrun, driven by the cash flow challenges he faced in his previous agency. The discussion highlights the critical importance of cash flow management for businesses with volatile cycles. Blaine explains how existing tools fall short and introduces Dryrun as a modular forecasting tool that provides clarity and control. The episode underscores the need for personalized, integrated solutions to empower CFOs and business owners in managing their financial health effectively.Learn more about Blaine's work HERE.Connect with Blaine on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.
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May 6, 2025 • 16min

101 - The Rise of Virtual Reality in Training: What Businesses Need to Know with Saritasa's Nik Froehlich

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the President, Founder, and CEO of Saritasa, Nik Froehlich. Nik shares his professional journey, from a construction business to founding Saritasa, aiming to bridge the communication gap between business leaders and developers. The discussion covers Saritasa's approach to software development, including innovative projects like VR training and custom business workflow systems. Nik emphasizes the importance of staying current with technology trends, client collaboration, and the shift towards remote work, highlighting the evolving landscape of digital transformation.Learn more about Nik's work HERE.Connect with Nik on LinkedIn HERE. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

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