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Mark Gilbert is the Co-Founder & CEO of Zocks, an AI meeting assistant designed specifically for financial advisors. Before founding Zox, Mark was the VP Of Product Management at Twilio, CTO at Hearsay Systems and General Manager at Microsoft.
In this episode, Mark shares how he transitioned from corporate life to running his own startup, the challenges and opportunities he sees in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, and why focusing on a niche market has been a game-changer for Zox. He also dives into the importance of prioritizing product development, building credibility in B2B, and the realities of fundraising.
We discuss:
- Mark's Journey from Corporate Executive to Startup Founder
- Prioritizing Product Development in a Fast-Paced AI Startup
- The Strategic Focus on Financial Advisors and Why It Works
- Lessons Learned from Transitioning to Startup Life
- Building Credibility in B2B Markets
- The Realities of Fundraising and Preparing for Investor Discussions
- Understanding User Problems to Drive Product Success
- How to Navigate the AI Hype and Maintain Focus
- The Long-Term Nature of Building a Successful Business
Perfect for: Founders and executives in B2B SaaS and AI-driven businesses looking for insights on product strategy, fundraising, and navigating a rapidly changing market.