Not Another CEO Podcast

How do you scale a company while staying true to your vision? In this episode of Not Another CEO Podcast , David Politis sits down with Fredrik Thomassen, founder and CEO of Superside, to discuss his journey in building a global AI-powered creative services platform. Fredrik shares how he learned to think for himself as a leader, the challenges of rapid adaptation, and the impact of global talent...

How do you align company success with personal growth? In this episode of Not Another CEO Podcast , David Politis sits down with Diego Oppenheimer, the founder and former CEO of Algorithmia, to discuss his journey from engineer to entrepreneur and the lessons he learned scaling, selling, and leading a company.  Diego shares his philosophy on hiring for alignment, navigating the emotional rollercoa...

How do you build a high-growth company while staying true to your values? In this episode of Not Another CEO Podcast , David Politis sits down with Jindou Lee, the founder and CEO of HappyCo, a company transforming property management through innovative technology.  Jindou shares his journey from graphic designer to entrepreneur, discussing the challenges of hiring and firing, scaling a business,...

What’s the best career advice CEOs would give their younger selves? In this special compilation episode of Not Another CEO Podcast , David Politis revisits interviews with incredible leaders to share their most impactful advice.  From trusting your gut to embracing constraints and building resilience, this episode is packed with wisdom applicable to CEOs, leaders, and professionals at every level....

What can two wildly different exits teach us about leadership? In this episode, David Politis talks with Tom Buiocchi, a tech industry veteran with a 40-year career that spans iconic companies like IBM and HP, as well as leadership roles at high-growth startups. Tom reflects on his unique journey as a CEO, including selling ServiceChannel for $1.2 billion and handing another company back to its fo...

In this episode of Not Another CEO Podcast, David sits down with Phil Fernandez, a SaaS legend with over 40 years of experience. Fernandez is the Co-Founder and Former CEO of Marketo, which has become part of the Adobe product lineup.   Fernandez reflects on his journey leading Marketo to become one of the most successful marketing automation platforms in history. From pioneering brand-building st...

Joining the show this week is a journalist turned executive leadership expert. Having interviewed over 1,000 CEOs over the course of his 30 year career, this guest is none other than the Senior Managing Director at The ExCo Group, Adam Bryant.  Bryant shares his insights from over 30 years of interviewing leaders and exploring the paradoxes of leadership. From his framework for authenticity to und...

Joining the show this week is a woman who's dedicated her career to giving employees access to knowledge and elevating women in business. Featured on Forbes 30 Under 30, 100 Women of Influence, and more, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder and CEO of Spekit, Melanie Fellay.  Fellay shares her experiences as a female founder and her journey to raising millions to build her current business...

In this special year-end episode of Not Another CEO Podcast , host David Politis shares his reflections on 2024 and his plans for the podcast in the year ahead. He opens up about the challenges, milestones, and rewards of launching and growing the show. He also sets ambitious goals for 2025, including diversifying the roster of guests, expanding the podcast's global reach, and finding new ways to...

Joining the show this week is a veteran of the Boston start-up community and leader in engineering management platforms. Having served as the VP of Engineering to a company that as acquired for $1B, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder & CEO of Jellyfish, Andrew Lau.  Lau shares his journey from an engineer in startups to a CEO managing a high-growth company. He provides insights on al...

Joining the show this week is a seasoned CMO who has transitioned into a CEO role. Committed to creating a standout and lasting company in the cybersecurity space, this guest is none other than the CEO of Cyberhaven, Howard Ting.  Howard shares his leadership journey, lessons on building a culture of innovation, and insights into tackling challenges ranging from product positioning to team dynamic...

Joining the show this week is someone who’s been trailblazing the meal prep industry. Revolutionizing pre-prepared meals and the equipment to cook them, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder and CEO of Tovala, David Rabie.  Rabie joins host David Politis to discuss his journey redefining convenient and healthy meals. He examines the challenges, lessons, and pivotal moments that shaped Toval...

David begins every interview with a simple question: What is one thing you’ve done, big or small, that’s had the biggest impact on your company and you’d do again if you’re CEO of another company in the future? In today’s special episode, we will be looking back at the answers given to this question. Dive in with us as we hear how all 19 CEOs that David has interviewed discuss what they would do a...

In this episode, Dane Atkinson, Founder and CEO at Odeko, joins David to share his entrepreneurial journey. He covers the challenges of scaling a business, and his vision for small businesses in a rapidly changing world. Dane offers his personal insights on various topics, from overcoming personal challenges like dyslexia and ADHD to managing growth, profitability, and navigating a shifting econom...

Today we’re bringing you a very special episode of the Not Another CEO Podcast! Joining David this week is Nick Freund, the Founder and Former CEO of Workstream.io, and they discuss his entrepreneurial journey. Five years ago, Nick founded Workstream and successfully raised over seven million dollars before making the difficult decision to shut down the company. In this episode, Nick shares his ex...

In this in-depth conversation, Eran Gil, CEO of AllCloud, shares his professional journey and key leadership philosophies. He talks about the founding and growth of Cloud Sherpas, one of the earliest and most successful Google Cloud partners, eventually acquired by Accenture in 2015. Now leading AllCloud, Gil emphasizes the importance of transparency, continuous communication, and cultural underst...

This episode features Craig Walker, the Founder and CEO of Dialpad, discussing his 20+ year journey leading the business communications space. Craig has started 3 companies, 2 of which became Yahoo Voice and Google Voice, and shares insights from his experience building communications giants.  He emphasizes the value in communication, transparency, and flexible leadership. Craig reflects on strate...

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Ryan Simonetti, co-founder and CEO of Convene, as he shares the company’s inspiring 15-year journey. Known for its innovative meeting, event, and office spaces, Convene has expanded to nearly 40 locations across nine cities. Ryan discusses the vital role of core values established in 2011, which have guided the company through challenges, including the...

This week we’re joined by Nathan Rosenstock, Co-founder and CEO of Crafty, as he shares his journey as a first-time founder in the food service management industry. Recognized by Forbes as one of America's best startups, Crafty provides a centralized platform for workplace needs and has expanded to 35 markets across five countries.  Nathan discusses the challenges he encountered, from navigating s...

This episode features Ryan Westwood, the Chairman and CEO of Fullcast, discussing his career and the strategies behind growing successful businesses. Ryan, who has been involved with nearly 100 companies, shares insights from his experience at Simplus, which he grew to over $650 million in revenue before its acquisition by Infosys.  He emphasizes understanding customer personas and the importance...

In this episode, we sit down with Kathryn Minshew, Co-Founder and former CEO of The Muse, to discuss her journey in the tech and entrepreneurship space. She shares her experiences from fundraising challenges and building a team to the crucial leadership lessons she learned along the way.  Kathryn emphasizes the importance of being comfortable with making unpopular decisions and the impact of integ...

How can predictable schedules, clear expectations, and a learning mindset boost company performance, strategic success, and leadership effectiveness? In this week’s episode, we dive in with the leading pioneer of unified interaction management, Dan Michaeli, Co-Founder and CEO of Glia, and explore his 12-year journey.  Michaeli emphasizes the importance of predictable schedules and clear expectati...

Joining the show this week is someone who’s been building and selling successful companies for 25 years. A well-known and widely respected name in the SaaS community, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder and CEO of G2, Godard Abel.  Godard joins host David Politis to discuss his journey building multiple successful businesses. Godard examines the importance of having the right co-founders,...

Joining the show this week is a serial entrepreneur and angel investor that has invested in over 40 companies. He is one of the best when it comes to connecting people, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder and CEO of Hunt Club, Nick Cromydas.  Nick joins host David Politis to discuss his journey from a collegiate tennis player to a tech entrepreneur. Nick examines the importance of hiring...

Joining the show this week is an entrepreneur with a passion for getting people into the tech industry. With over a decade spent trying to improve the lives of low-income New Yorkers, this guest is none other than the Co-Founder and CEO of Pursuit, Jukay Hsu.  Jukay joins host David Politis to discuss his journey helping people get jobs in tech. Jukay examines the importance of having a mission-dr...