How do you go from building a successful company to starting over with a brand-new vision? In this episode, host Brent Muller talks with Lisa Falzone, Co-Founder and CEO of Athena Security and former CEO of Revel Systems, about entrepreneurship, scaling businesses, and pivoting to new ventures. Lisa shares her journey from growing Revel Systems to 800 employees, selling the company, and launching Athena Security to create a safer world.
💡 Key Discussion:
🔹 Lisa’s journey from startup to acquisition
🔹 Lessons in scaling a company from 0 to 800 employees
🔹 The mindset needed for reinvention and leadership
🔹 How Athena Security is making an impact
⏳ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to the episode
00:12 - Meet Lisa Falzone: Co-founder of Athena Security
00:26 - The journey from Revel Systems to Athena
01:00 - Scaling a company: Lessons from 0 to 800 employees
08:45 - Selling a business and the decision to start over
15:30 - The mission behind Athena Security
22:10 - Entrepreneurship, leadership, and overcoming challenges
30:45 - Advice for founders and those navigating career shifts
40:00 - Final thoughts and where to connect with Lisa
Connect with Lisa and Athena Security:
🌐 Website: https://www.athena-security.com/
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lisafalzone
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