Episode 7: Ash Brown – Founder and CEO of Empiraa – From Sales GM to Tech Founder with a $5.5 million valuation in 4 years!

This latest episode of The Leap: A Business Journeys Podcast dives into the journey of Ash Brown, the founder of Empiraa, as he navigates the complexities of building a successful SaaS company from the ground up. Ash talks about his experiences transitioning from different industries into software development, driven by a need to solve a problem he observed in multiple businesses. Despite not having a tech background, he managed to raise significant investment, learn the intricacies of SaaS, and build a strategic management system designed to help businesses execute their strategies effectively.

Nathan and Ash talk about everything from the challenges of fundraising, the differences between strategic and project management and a lot more. Ash gets real about his mistakes, how he learned along the way, and why having smart people around you is key.

This discussion is packed with insights for anyone thinking about taking the leap and starting a business, especially if it’s in an unfamiliar industry. It emphasizes the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and understanding the market and product development process, even if you’re not an expert in the field. Ash’s story is a testament to the power of determination and the ability to turn a vision into reality through hard work and smart decision-making.