Platform Builders Podcast
Exploring how APIs, AI, and automation are reshaping SaaS platforms,
CRMs, and the future of connected work.
In episode 6 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Brad Rigby…
In episode 5 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Scott Mitchell,…
In episode 4 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi interview Ray Zhou, co-founder…
In this episode of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Ben Rubin…
In episode 2 of Platform Builders, Jamie Davidson, CEO of Vitally, joins Christine Spang and…
Why We Launched Platform Builders: A Note from Christine Spang, CEO of Nylas In this…
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In episode 6 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Brad Rigby about Canopy’s strategic shift from a niche tax tool to a leading accounting practice management platform. This conversation explores the challenges and triumphs of this major pivot, the nuances of building vertical SaaS, and how Canopy is leveraging AI to streamline workflows and make accounting tech essential.
In episode 5 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Scott Mitchell, former CTO of Salesloft, about the challenges and triumphs of scaling a high-growth B2B SaaS company. Scott shares his experiences navigating hyper-growth, from tackling critical infrastructure bottlenecks to fostering a culture of adaptability. They also explore the evolution of sales technology and the impact of AI on the future of sales engagement.
In episode 4 of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi interview Ray Zhou, co-founder of Affinity, about his journey building the company, the evolution of the SaaS market, and the transformative potential of AI. Ray shares insights on scaling a business, the importance of focusing on the customer’s problem, and how SaaS companies can adapt to thrive in an AI-driven future.
In this episode of Platform Builders, Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi chat with Ben Rubin about the evolution of software development, from the early days of the internet to the current age of AI. They discuss the impact of AI on B2B SaaS, the challenges of building platforms in a rapidly changing landscape, and the future of user experience. Ben shares his experiences and insights on how developers and businesses can adapt to thrive in this new era.
In episode 2 of Platform Builders, Jamie Davidson, CEO of Vitally, joins Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi to discuss the evolution of customer success platforms. They explore Vitally’s journey from a customer data tool to a comprehensive platform, the strategic decisions behind product development and fundraising, and the impact of AI on the future of customer success. Davidson also shares insights on innovating customer engagement and building a platform that empowers both customer success teams and the wider business.
Why We Launched Platform Builders: A Note from Christine Spang, CEO of Nylas
In this inaugural episode of Platform Builders, hosts Christine Spang and Isaac Nassimi of Nylas welcome Justin Belobaba, Founder and CEO of Nowsite. Justin shares his journey from finance to tech entrepreneurship and offers insights on the importance of failing fast, why startups must be willing to pivot, and how AI is shaping the future of solopreneurship. If you’re building a business—or just fascinated by the power of AI—you won’t want to miss this conversation.
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