Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast

Auteur(s): Growth Elevated
  • Résumé

  • The Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast is designed to help you become a better leader. Each week we interview C-Level leaders of SaaS and other technology companies and explore their lessons from their growth journey.
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  • Rob Kaminski - Co-Founder & Partner, Fletch PMM
    Mar 10 2025

    In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli converses with Rob Kaminski, co-founder of Fletch Product Market Management. They explore the challenges technology startups face in product marketing and positioning. Key themes include the importance of clear messaging, the pitfalls of broad target definitions, and the necessity of a focused approach. Rob shares his journey and insights from consulting with over 300 startups, emphasizing the need for specificity in defining value propositions. The episode provides valuable strategies for startups to refine their messaging, target their audience effectively, and navigate market complexities.


    For more resources on how to be a a better leader in business, please visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowthElevated.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    43 min
  • Kathy Slowinski - CEO, Trilogy
    Feb 27 2025

    In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli interviews Kathy Slowinski, a turnaround CEO known for revitalizing distressed software companies at Trilogy Software. Kathy shares her journey in the tech industry and discusses her operational strategies, including cost-cutting, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and integrating AI to enhance business performance. She emphasizes the importance of transparency, customer engagement, and making tough leadership decisions. Kathy also highlights the benefits of measuring AI usage within teams and fostering a competitive spirit. The episode offers valuable insights for tech leaders and entrepreneurs navigating company transformations.


    For more resources on how to be a a better leader in business, please visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowthElevated.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    40 min
  • Dan Lambert - Former CEO, PathologyWatch
    Feb 11 2025
    In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli welcomes Dan Lambert, CEO of PathologyWatch. Julian introduces the podcast's focus on leadership and growth in tech companies and highlights the annual tech summit organized by Growth Elevated. Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing his ventures in grocery couponing and medical education before delving into his current work in healthcare technology. PathologyWatch is working to improve cancer diagnostics through digitization of pathology tools and AI research. The episode emphasizes the importance of resilience, strong teams, and community support in navigating the challenges of the tech industry.For more resources on how to be a a better leader in business, please visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowthElevated.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow us on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠.Timestamps:Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:02)Julian Castelli welcomes listeners and introduces the podcast's focus on leadership in technology companies.Community of Tech Founders (00:00:29)Julian discusses Growth Elevated, a community for tech founders, and mentions the annual tech summit in Utah.Introducing Dan Lambert (00:01:16)Julian introduces Dan Lambert, highlighting his entrepreneurial background and his current work with Pathology Watch.Dan's Founding Journey (00:02:15)Dan shares his experiences leading up to his current venture, emphasizing the challenges and learning from past startups.First Startup: Grocery Couponing (00:02:33)Dan describes his first company that enabled digital coupons in grocery stores, replacing outdated systems.Second Startup: Medical Education (00:04:05)Dan discusses his second venture, Board Vitals, which focused on providing medical education and compliance resources.Transition to Healthcare Technology (00:05:09)Dan explains how his experiences led to the founding of Pathology Watch, aiming to modernize pathology processes.Background in Medical Sciences (00:05:37)Dan reflects on his initial interest in medicine and how he transitioned to engineering and technology.MBA Experience (00:06:52)Dan shares insights from his MBA program, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives in business.Identifying the Cancer Challenge (00:08:24)Dan discusses the decision to tackle cancer, noting the advancements in radiology compared to pathology.Building a Comprehensive Solution (00:09:02)Dan explains the need for a complete solution in pathology, integrating software with laboratory processes.Understanding Pathology Watch's Customers (00:11:04)Dan clarifies who their customers are and the outdated processes they are replacing in pathology.Old Pathology Process (00:12:03)Dan describes the traditional manual process of analyzing biopsies and how it is inefficient.Pathology Watch's Digital Solution (00:12:51)Dan outlines how Pathology Watch digitizes slides and integrates with dermatologists' systems for better efficiency.Benefits of Digital Pathology (00:14:38)Dan highlights the advantages of digital pathology, including improved communication and patient care.Impact on Healthcare Costs (00:16:26)Dan discusses how their technology aims to reduce healthcare costs while improving cancer detection and treatment.Company Launch and Growth Timeline (00:17:33)Discussion on the timeline of Dan Lambert's company from inception to acquisition.Finding Co-Founders (00:17:44)Dan shares how he found his co-founders and their complementary skills.Anticipating Regulatory Changes (00:18:28)Importance of building a business with expected regulatory shifts in digital pathology.Client Engagement Strategy (00:19:12)The significance of consulting dermatologists before product development.Acquisition and Growth Metrics (00:21:17)Details on company growth, revenue, and the decision to sell or raise funds.Acquisition by Sonic Healthcare (00:22:14)Insights on the acquisition by Sonic Healthcare and its strategic advantages.Industry Adoption of Digital Pathology (00:23:10)Discussion on the rapid adoption of digital pathology as a standard of care.Regulatory Challenges in Health Tech (00:24:50)Challenges faced with compliance to various health regulations during startup.Staying Informed on Regulations (00:26:36)Methods for startups to keep up with complex health regulations.Leadership Lessons from Experience (00:28:19)Dan shares key leadership lessons learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey.Importance of Hiring the Right People (00:29:31)Focus on recruiting top talent and maintaining cash flow as a CEO.Navigating Challenges as a CEO (00:30:05)Insights on recognizing when to delegate and not micromanage.Learning from Feedback (00:31:12)The value of early client feedback and how it shapes product development.Personal Impact of the Technology (00:32:13)Dan shares a personal story of how the technology saved his life.Recommendations for Entrepreneurs (00:33:43)Dan discusses his involvement in venture capital and suggests ...
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    35 min

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