Product Led Growth Leaders
In a world where technology and business intersect, the 'Product Led Growth Leaders' podcast was born out of a desire to bridge the gap between innovation and leadership in the SaaS industry. Our founder, Thomas Watkins, recognized a need for a platform where the brightest minds in business and technology could converge. This podcast is more than just a series of conversations; it's a beacon for CEOs and product owners who are shaping the future of SaaS products. It's a space where ideas are exchanged, challenges are shared, and strategies for success are uncovered. Join us as we explore the journey of product-led growth and inspire a new wave of innovation in the software industry. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://go.3leaf.consulting/podcast-guest-home-page.
Episodes
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder of Boop, Horacio Rilo. Horacio discusses the challenges of networking and follow-up at conferences, and how Boop—a QR code and SMS-powered platform—streamlines exchanging contact details and setting meetings.
Horacio explains Boop’s unique features, its competitive edge, and future plans for integrations and event partnerships. The conversation highlights the importance of effective...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Principal of Bolster, Paul Sathis. Paul discusses the evolving challenges of sales prospecting and lead generation, focusing on how Bolster integrates AI and automation with human engagement to help businesses connect with potential customers.
Paul shares insights on managing inbound leads, adapting to changing outreach methods, and balancing technology with a personal touch. He also highli...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO and Co-Founder of Luma, Gina Anderson. Gina discusses her background in education and neuroscience, her company’s innovative platform for training truck drivers, and the importance of behavior change in learning.
The conversation explores personalized, data-driven learning experiences, the integration of AI, and real-world safety applications. Gina shares insights on instructional desig...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of Wednesday Solutions, Ali Hafizji. Ali shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey and explains Wednesday’s unique sprint-based business model, which prioritizes outcomes over hourly billing.
Ali discusses how AI-powered "vibe coding" and "wide sprints" boost team productivity and collaboration, the challenges of marketing new products, and the evolving dynamics of remote work.
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the President and CEO of Agilence, Russ Hawkins. Russ talks about the company’s evolution from video-based loss prevention to a data-centric analytics platform for multi-location retail and restaurant operators.
Russ discusses Agilence’s modular product strategy, the crucial role of customer feedback in shaping new features, and the integration of AI to enhance data accessibility. Russ also hi...
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...
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 automati...
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 fo...
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 ...
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 ...
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 recomm...
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 integr...
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 ...
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...
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 th...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, reflects on the podcast's journey, celebrating its milestone. He shares valuable lessons learned, highlights standout episodes, and acknowledges remarkable entrepreneurs featured on the show.
Thomas underscores the podcast's purpose of fostering discussions around product-led growth (PLG) and providing actionable insights for entrepreneurs and product managers. Thomas emphasizes the diversity of expertise...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Principal Product Growth Consultant of Teq Crew, Elliot Koss. Elliot shares his career journey and discusses his latest venture, Career Amplifier, a platform designed to simplify the job search by providing tailored job notifications.
Elliot delves into the challenges job seekers face, the importance of networking, and strategies for product-led growth. Elliot emphasizes the need to underst...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of Tekyz, David Hirschfeld. David discuss the challenges software startup founders face, particularly in validating product-market fit. David emphasizes the importance of understanding customer problems over falling in love with a product.
He introduces his "Launch First" methodology, which helps B2B startups achieve quick cash flow through product-led sales. He covers the e...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CPO of Spryker, Elena Leonova. Elena shares her journey from a business analyst in Ukraine to a product management executive in the U.S.
She discusses the complexities of B2B commerce, especially for high-value products requiring a consultative sales approach. Elena emphasizes the importance of user experience and innovation in product management. She discusses continuous learning and a pla...
Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of PlatypusOS, Matthew White. Matthew discusses the challenges business founders face in leveraging technology and how his companies aim to solve these issues.
Qebot offers a marketplace for online and mobile advertising solutions, while PlatypusOS integrates various SaaS tools into a single, AI-enhanced browser. The conversation highlights the importance of user-friendly technology, th...
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