Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the Founder and CEO of Outforce, Sean Languedoc. Sean is no stranger to the tech scene, with his current venture being his fifth tech company. His story is fascinating, beginning with a mission to solve immigration challenges for technical workers in the United States. By leveraging Canada's favorable immigration policies for tech professionals, Sean initially aimed to bridge the gap for these workers. However, the unexpected arrival of COVID-19 brought a significant shift in the market, leading him to pivot towards creating a recruiting agency for international tech talent.

One of the critical issues Sean discussed was the difficulty in finding the right engineering capacity. Companies often require outsourcing due to various reasons, such as specific client projects, trade shows, or the influx of venture capital funding. The challenge, however, lies in selecting the right outsourcing agency from a sea of options. The risks of making the wrong choice are high, and Sean's personal experiences with these challenges were the catalyst for his current company, which serves as a broker between companies and outsourcing agencies. His firm aims to streamline the process and mitigate the risks associated with outsourcing.

To learn more about Sean's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the Founder and CEO of MSys Technologies, Sanjay Sehgal. Sanjay's nickname, "The Monk Who Still Drives His Ferrari and Likes to Own More," humorously captures his philosophy of balancing personal growth with the enjoyment of life's luxuries. This duality reflects the modern entrepreneur's challenge: to strive for success while staying grounded.

Founded in 2008, MSys Technologies was born from a desire to fill a gap in the product engineering space. Sanjay and his team embarked on a mission to assist companies, both large and small, in bringing their product visions to life. They took on the "heavy lifting" of product development, akin to a housing contractor but for cutting-edge technology. From data storage to fintech, blockchain, and now artificial intelligence, MSys Technologies has been pivotal in the success of numerous clients, with eight becoming unicorns and at least three going public under their guidance.

Launching a company during the 2008 financial crisis was no small feat. Sanjay's experience taught him that downturns could be ripe for innovation. He shared that each of his entrepreneurial ventures coincided with economic downturns, yet he remained unfazed. His practice of meditation allowed him to stay focused and detached from external pressures, a lesson invaluable for any business leader facing challenging times.

To learn more about Sanjay's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the CEO and Managing Director of Konverge Digital Solutions, Sonia Couto. Seventeen years ago, Sonia Couto joined Konverge to manage their accounting and operations. Little did she know that her path would lead her to become the CEO and founder of two innovative products within the Konverge group, including the notable Field Eagle. Her story is not just about career progression but about seizing opportunities and having the foresight to bridge gaps within the company.

Sonia's natural inclination towards leadership was evident from the start. She always had a side business, showcasing her entrepreneurial mindset. When the original founders of Konverge exited after a buyout, Sonia was approached by the new investors to steer the company forward. This pivotal moment allowed her to transition from finance to leadership, a move that would redefine her career and the future of Konverge.

To learn more about Sonia's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the Founding Partner and Chief Technology Officer of LVT, Steve Lindsey. LVT specializes in providing life safety and security solutions for outdoor areas. While many people associate security technology with cameras and sensors inside buildings, LVT fills a unique niche by deploying technology in outdoor spaces where there is less infrastructure. This approach allows them to compensate for the lack of security guard resources and provide security in areas where it is most needed.

Steve believes in the importance of technology in life safety situations, where putting a human in harm's way is not ideal. By deploying technology instead of security guards, LVT offers a cheaper and more consistent coverage solution. In today's world, Steve highlighted the growing need for life safety and security solutions.

Steve explained that LVT took a different approach compared to traditional technology companies. Instead of relying on investment money and running at a loss, they aimed to grow organically. Steve discussed the mindset shift he had to make as the company scaled. Initially, he had a vision of how the company would grow and believed he could develop talent over time. However, as the business started growing at a rapid rate of 100% or more for multiple years, he realized that his previous mindset was no longer sufficient.

To learn more about Steve's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the CEO of WorkBright, Chapelle Ryon. Chappelle shares her journey from a private equity background to joining WorkBright and becoming the CEO. She also emphasized the importance of having a visionary founder like Dave Secunda, who prioritizes people and culture in addition to revenue targets.

Transitioning to the CEO role was challenging for Chappelle. She emphasized the need for self-reflection and thinking time to excel in the position. Her insights and self-awareness as a CEO inspire and offer valuable lessons for aspiring leaders.

To learn more about Chapelle's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the Founder of Fuse Finance, Andres Klaric.

As a venture-backed founder, Andres shared his insights based on his experience. He emphasized the importance of communication and keeping everyone in the loop, whether things are going well or not. He also highlighted the value of having a co-founder, as it brings a second mind and increases the chances of success.

Andres believes that founders should invest time in finding investors who understand their industry and have backed similar companies. This ensures they can speak the same language and provide valuable guidance and support.

To learn more about Andres' work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with, the Founder and President of Sutro, Ravi Kurani. Ravi shared the two threads that led to the founding of Sutro. His family owned pool and spa supply stores, providing him industry experience from a young age. His work with a fund in India focused on investing in companies addressing water-related issues, inspired him to develop a product that could sense water quality.

Ravi also talked about the importance of referrals in building a network. He probes the transactional nature of networking, where connections are made with the expectation of immediate returns. Instead, he advocates for a more organic approach, where individuals give without expecting immediate returns, trusting that something beneficial will come out of it.

To learn more about Ravi's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.

Your host, Sheila Kloefkorn, talks with the Co-Founder of Virtual Worker Now. Virtual Worker Now is a massive team of world-class experts from all around the globe. Specializing in 9 skill sets, VWN Specialists know how to make businesses work better, scale faster, and make more money. They scaled rapidly and now have over 400 employees and 100 clients. John shares that VWM scaled as fast as it did due to their extreme dedication and obsession with helping their clients provide a stellar product.

To learn more about John's work, click HERE and HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Want to learn more about Sheila's work at KEO Marketing? Check out her website at https://keomarketing.com/.