SaaS Scaling Secrets

Dan Balcauski interviews Robert Johnston, CEO and co-founder of Adlumin, a cybersecurity company. The discussion traces Robert's journey from his early cybersecurity interests at the Naval Academy to pivotal experiences in the Marine Corps and NSA. Robert details the challenges and sacrifices in launching Adlumin and highlights the company’s evolution, focusing on mid-market security operations. Key topics include achieving product-market fit and scaling through an optimized channel strategy....

Dan Balcauski interviews Roan Lavery, founder and CEO of FreeAgent. Roan shares his journey from a solitary PhD in physics to leading a collaborative team at FreeAgent, an accounting platform serving nearly 200,000 businesses. The discussion covers the challenges and strategies of early growth, including the co-founders' lack of sales and marketing experience, and the bootstrapping approach taken before securing initial funding. Roan reflects on the measured growth strategy as opposed to rapi...

Dan Balcauski speaks with Evan Liang, co-founder and CEO of LeanData. Evan shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting his experiences in venture capital and leadership roles at major tech companies before starting LeanData. He discusses the importance of understanding customer pain points in product development and the role of HR in scaling a SaaS business. Evan also explores the challenges of transitioning to a multi-product company, emphasizing strategic alignment and clear communicat...

Dan Balcauski interviews Michael George, CEO of Syncro. Michael shares insights from over 25 years of experience leading technology companies like Continuum and Invicti Security to substantial growth. Michael describes pivotal moments, including his early business ventures and experiences with mentorship, like working with inventor Dean Kamen. He emphasizes the importance of focus and the risks associated with diverging from core objectives. Michael also discusses strategies for effectively n...

Dan Balcauski interviews Simon Taylor, CEO and founder of HYCU, the world's fastest-growing multi-cloud data protection company. With over 20 years of experience, Simon shares his insights on risk-taking, securing funding, and scaling HYCU to industry leadership. He emphasizes the importance of customer success, retention, and innovation, highlighting HYCU's groundbreaking use of generative AI for SaaS data protection. The conversation covers Simon's entrepreneurial journey from Eastern Europ...

Host Dan Balcauski sits down with Ajoy Krishnamoorthy, CEO of Cin7. Ajoy, with over two decades of experience, shares insights from his career transition from engineering to executive leadership. He discusses his journey and the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to business. The conversation explores Cin7's mission to empower sellers in the commerce industry, the challenges they've overcome, and how they leverage AI to enhance internal operations and customer experiences. Ajoy emphasiz...

Dan Balcauski interviews Niclas Lilja, founder and CEO of Younium. They discuss Niclas's journey from founding Younium to leading it through rapid growth, including expanding into the U.S. market. Niclas shares transformative moments, the challenges in scaling, strategies for building trust among C-level executives, and the importance of having a focused Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). He also provides insights on pricing strategies in the SaaS industry, highlights the importance of staying act...

In this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, host Dan Balcauski interviews Kristjan Vilosius, co-founder and CEO of Katana, a leading cloud-based manufacturing and inventory management software for SMBs. Kristjan shares his journey from Soviet-era Estonia to becoming a global SaaS leader, the early influences on his entrepreneurial path, and the founding story of Katana. The discussion covers milestones like going global from day one, building a diverse and international team, and maintaining com...

In this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, host Dan Balcauski talks with Prabhu Ramachandran, CEO and co-founder of Facilio, an IoT platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in buildings. Prabhu shares his extensive 18-year experience in the SaaS industry, beginning at Zoho and transitioning into founding Facilio. The conversation dives into strategies for scaling a global SaaS company, the challenges of introducing new technology in the traditional real estate sector, and critical les...

In this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, host Dan Balcauski interviews Dr. Derk Arts, founder and CEO of Castor. Dr. Arts shares his unique journey from medicine to tech entrepreneurship, highlighting how Castor is revolutionizing clinical trials with a focus on global health equity. The conversation covers Derk's early entrepreneurial ventures, the challenges and strategies in scaling a B2B SaaS company, and the importance of maintaining a culture prioritizing employee well-being. 00:28 Meet...

In this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, host Dan Balcauski interviews Denny LeCompte, CEO of Portnox and a veteran tech industry leader. Denny shares his extensive experience in scaling SaaS businesses, detailing his role in transforming SolarWinds through strategic acquisitions and effective integration. He also describes his journey from academia to becoming a CEO, emphasizing the critical aspects of understanding customer needs and building a coherent go-to-market strategy. The discussion...

We're thrilled to have Arman Eshragi, CEO of Qrvey, join us. Arman is a seasoned entrepreneur and tech visionary with a rich background in founding and scaling successful SaaS companies. In this episode, Arman shares his journey from starting his first company at just 18 to his current mission at Qrvey—building a comprehensive analytics layer for SaaS applications.We'll explore the crucial aspects of meeting quarterly targets, the importance of effective communication in senior management, an...

Dan Balcauski, sits down with the dynamic and innovative CEO of Panorays, Matan Or-El. They explore the unexpected challenges and triumphs of scaling a SaaS company, navigating the cybersecurity market's skepticism, and adapting to the digital landscape during a pandemic. Matan shares his journey from the Israeli Air Force software unit to co-founding Panorays, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance and mental well-being in the entrepreneurial journey. From basketball to building e...

Dan Balcauski sits down with the Co-founder and CEO of Spendflo, Sid Sridharan. They dive into the complexities and challenges of managing SaaS spending in today's business landscape. From the impact of budget constraints on software spending to the crucial role of effective communication within teams, they unpack valuable advice for SaaS CEOs and industry professionals. Sid shares his personal journey, his experiences in scaling a company, and the lessons learned along the way, providing act...

In this episode, Dan Balcauski sits down with Todd Greene, the CEO of PubNub, to delve into the fascinating world of real-time event-driven apps and the entrepreneurial wisdom that comes with it. From Todd's humble beginnings to the rapid growth of PubNub, we explore the pivotal moments, international impact, and scaling complexities that have shaped his entrepreneurial path. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind Todd Greene's tech journey, the evolution of PubNub, and the challenges of pr...

Dan Balcauski is joined by Erik Huddleston, the CEO of Aprimo, a high flyer in the MarTech space. They explore the crucial role of organizational capacity for change in driving growth for SaaS companies. They discuss the significance of understanding the buyer journey, implementing OKRs effectively, and the importance of small incremental changes in driving organizational success.Guest BioErik Huddleston is the Chief Executive Officer of Aprimo. He has 25 years of experience in Marketing Tech...

Dan Balcauski sits down with Eric Christopher, CEO and co-founder of Zylo, a leading enterprise SaaS management platform. Eric brings us insights from over 15 years in the SaaS industry, discussing the evolving dynamics of office culture in the tech community, the challenges of scaling a SaaS company, and the changing venture capital landscape. Dive into Eric's journey, pivotal moments, perspectives on sales and product relationship dynamics, and crucial lessons learned in fundraising for gro...

Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox, shares invaluable wisdom on marketing measurement, reseller programs, social media engagement, and the power of data benchmarking. Throughout the episode, Pete provides a wealth of knowledge on leveraging measurement systems to track marketing effectiveness, the challenges in the SaaS industry, and the importance of engaging customers and partners in marketing processes. Guest BioPete Caputa, CEO of Databox, is a seasoned veteran in the SaaS world and has worked w...

Dan Balcauski sits down with Dominik Angerer, the CEO and co-founder of Storyblok, a headless CMS platform. Dominik emphasizes the challenges of determining the value of their product and the eventual establishment of a pricing model based on customer value. The conversation also touches on the biases developers have regarding money, understanding customers, and the importance of seeking outside perspectives. Later, they explore the benefits and challenges of being a fully remote company and ...

Gil Allouche, CEO of Metadata, joins Dan on the podcast. From the significance of mentors and advisors to the limitations of human decision-making in marketing and the misconceptions about entrepreneurship, this conversation is packed with valuable insights. Gil shares his expertise in B2B marketing, emphasizing the importance of data-driven strategies and the role of machine learning in campaign optimization. The discussion also offers practical advice on navigating negotiations with potenti...

Dan is joined by Luke Hansen, CEO of CompanyCam. Luke shares his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, the lessons learned from his unconventional path, and the invaluable insights gained from growing CompanyCam into a powerhouse in its industry. From his roots in the family roofing business to the pivotal moments that led to the establishment of CompanyCam, Luke dives into the challenges, victories, and pivotal decisions that have shaped his entrepreneurial journey. We explore the importan...

In this episode, our host, Dan Balcauski, sits down with the CEO of Servicetrade, Billy Marshall. Get ready to dive into the world of software scaling and learn about the fascinating journey of Servicetrade, a company that serves the fire and life safety and mechanical trades industries. Billy shares his insights on the importance of support, the challenges of transitioning to new business models, and the significance of capital efficiency.Guest BioBilly Marshall, the CEO of ServiceTrade, is ...

Host Dan Balcauski interviews Randy Wootton, CEO of Maxio. They discuss navigating write-downs in the ever-changing funding landscape, the importance of integration projects, the role of revenue operations, and the power of having a mentor. Randy shares insightful stories and valuable lessons learned from his industry experiences. Guest BioRandy Wootton is a three-time B2B SaaS CEO. First at RocketFuel, a public company with 1,300 employees and $500M in revenues. He then spearheaded significa...

Aditya Sanghi is the CEO and co-founder of Hotelogix. Hotelogix is a global leader in the hospitality tech sector, providing cloud-based property management systems to over 12,000 hotels in more than 100 countries. Aditya shares his journey and reveals the secrets behind his success in scaling Hotelogix to new heights. We dive into Aditya's expertise in travel technology, business strategy, startups, SaaS, and digital marketing. We explore the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality i...

Special guest, Maxim Melamedov, CEO and co-founder of Zesty, an automated cloud optimization platform, joins the pod. Maxim shared valuable insights on how to differentiate yourself in the SaaS industry and the importance of becoming a trusted advisor to your customers. He discussed Zesty's unique positioning as a partner to major cloud service providers like AWS, Microsoft, and Google.Maxim shared his thoughts on how individuals can regain control of their spending to mitigate the uncertaint...

Tom Kieley is the CEO and Co-founder of SourceDay, a leading automation platform for supplier collaboration in the manufacturing and consumer product industries. Tom shares his expertise in scaling, adapting to change, and the challenges he faced while building his company.He explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business. He opens up about the difficulties of not having a defined category for their product and the importance of educating the market to address this challenge. ...

Dan Balcauski sits down with Ian Tien, the CEO of Mattermost, to discuss the fascinating world of messaging systems, open-source software, and the growing influence of AI in collaboration platforms. Ian shares his insights on the importance of being intentional when entering new markets, the exciting developments happening in AI, and how Mattermost is revolutionizing collaboration with its open-source approach. Learn from Ian's experience in building a successful messaging system that puts co...

Dan Balcauski sits down with Andreas Zartmann, the CEO of DigitalRoute, a company specializing in managing massive volumes of usage data for monetization and billing. Andreas shares his insights on the challenges of transitioning to a usage-based business model and the importance of metering services from the beginning. We dive into usage-based pricing's history in the telecom industry, and how DigitalRoute evolved from the need for flexible pricing to meet customer demands. Andreas also shed...

Parag Mamnani, the CEO of Webgility, joins host Dan Balcauski for an exciting conversation. Parag shares his insights on the power of meditation in finding balance as an entrepreneur and making better decisions. He discusses the importance of pricing, retention, and monetization in scaling a SaaS business while highlighting the challenges of transitioning from a perpetual license-based to a subscription model. Parag also talks about his entrepreneurial journey, from building websites for smal...

Dan Balcauski welcomes special guest Paroon Chadha, the co-founder and CEO of OnBoard. Paroon shares his insights and experiences on board governance and the importance of effective board meetings.Paroon dives deep into the challenges of keeping discussions focused, the role of AI in transforming boardrooms, and its impact on information processing and decision-making. He also highlights the importance of proper preparation, alignment, and building the right board culture for successful meeti...

Host Dan Balcauski sits down with his guest, Sri Chellappa, the founder and CEO of Engagedly. Sri shares his expertise on crucial factors that often lead employees to leave their jobs and insights into effective hiring strategies for startup success. We dive into the importance of meaning and purpose in the workplace, how to navigate remote work environments, and the three growth levers for SaaS businesses. Guest bio:Sri Chellappa is the CEO and Co-Founder of Engagedly, an AI-enabled people s...

Is scaling your business always a triumph? Join us in this provocative episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets as host Dan Balcauski talks with whurley, CEO of Strangeworks. Strangeworks is at the forefront of quantum computing, but our conversation dives even deeper. Whurley challenges conventional thinking on scaling, arguing against growth for the sake of growth, and shares valuable insights on the potential toxicities of unchecked expansion.Alongside this contrarian perspective, we explore Strang...

In this episode, our host, Dan Balcauski, sits down with Ariel Assaraf, CEO of Coralogix, to uncover the incredible journey behind scaling a SaaS company. Ariel shares his experience transitioning from highly classified systems in homeland security to founding his venture, Coralogix. With competition from established players in the SaaS space, Ariel dives into the importance of pricing and the business model in shaping customer perceptions. Get ready to learn about the secrets of effective pr...

On this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, Dan Balcauski welcomes special guest Greg Price, co-founder and CEO of Shipwell, a cloud-based transportation management system. Greg shares his experiences as a founder and the importance of having mentors to provide guidance and support. He discusses the evolution of his role as a founder, taking on various responsibilities such as recruiting, sales, customer acquisition, fundraising, and product development. Greg also dives into the topic of AI and ...

On this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, we have Guy Nirpaz, founder, Executive Chairman, and former CEO of Totango, as our special guest. Guy shares his experiences and insights on various topics related to customer success, AI, and scaling in the SaaS industry.Guy discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, having a supportive network, and constantly learning from the best. He also addresses the challenges of customer segmentation and the need for flexibility and ...

On this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, Dan Balcauski interviews Amit Bareket and Sagi Gidali, the co-founders of Perimeter 81, a company revolutionizing network security for distributed workforces. Amit, the CEO of Perimeter 81, shares his expertise in system architecture and software development, while Sagi, a tech-savvy designer, leads the company's growth. Together, they have co-founded and sold SaferVPN, bringing a unique combination of innovation, business acumen, and cybersecurity exp...

On this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, host Dan Balcauski interviews Haseeb Budhani from Rafay Systems. Budhani discusses the importance of salesmanship in a small company, emphasizing that being a good salesperson is more important than having a good product idea. He advocates for prioritizing customer needs during sales meetings and using feedback to improve products iteratively. Budhani also shares insights on building a SaaS company, including the importance of understanding the sub-ind...

Welcome to SaaS Scaling Secrets, the podcast where we uncover the strategies and insights behind scaling B2B SaaS companies to new heights. Join us as we dive deep into conversations with successful CEOs of scale-up SaaS companies, exploring their challenges, triumphs, and the secrets that propelled their businesses to the next level. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or simply curious about the world of B2B SaaS, SaaS Scaling Secrets is your go-to source for prac...