He joined as employee #52. He helped turn a small Florida startup into a $3 billion software powerhouse.
In this extended conversation, former Citrix CEO Mark Templeton reflects on the defining moments that shaped Citrix into a global software leader. From IPO highs to crisis lows, cultural transformation to product reinvention, this is the definitive story of Citrix’s rise—told by the leader who lived it.
Discover:
- How a trampoline photo became a metaphor for the customer experience
- The 3 human values that built an award-winning culture
- How Citrix went from a "one-trick pony" to a diversified product giant
Why GoToMeeting was the tech that thrilled him most
- The boldest risk, biggest lesson, and one decision he’d take back
- And don’t miss the Speed Round where Mark opens up about his favorite book, boldest bets, and why his bucket “runneth over.”
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