Entrepreneurial Evolution: Mentors, Machine Learning, and Managing Growth with Shipwell CEO, Greg Price

On this episode of SaaS Scaling Secrets, Dan Balcauski welcomes special guest Greg Price, co-founder and CEO of Shipwell, a cloud-based transportation management system. Greg shares his experiences as a founder and the importance of having mentors to provide guidance and support. He discusses the evolution of his role as a founder, taking on various responsibilities such as recruiting, sales, customer acquisition, fundraising, and product development. Greg also dives into the topic of AI and machine learning, exploring the current state of large language models and their potential for companies to adopt into production. He emphasizes the need for organizations to have personnel who can connect business value with advanced machine learning techniques effectively. Greg touches on his background in machine learning and analytics, as well as the challenges and opportunities in the supply chain industry. He highlights the significance of improving supply chain technology and its potential impact on the industry and the environment. The episode delves into Greg's journey as a founder and offers valuable insights and strategies for scaling businesses.Guest Bio:Greg Price is the CEO and co-founder of Shipwell, a cloud-based transportation management system (TMS) that helps businesses track and manage their shipments. He is a graduate of MIT and has a background in machine learning and analytics. Prior to founding Shipwell, Greg worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Company, where he helped Fortune 100 companies improve their supply chains.Greg is passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. He believes that Shipwell can help businesses improve their supply chains and make shipping more efficient and sustainable.Here are some of Greg Price's notable achievements:Co-founded Shipwell, which has raised over $100 million in fundingLed Shipwell to become a leading provider of TMS solutionsHelped Shipwell to achieve over $100 million in annual revenueNamed one of the "Top 50 Supply Chain Leaders" by Supply Chain DiveFeatured in publications such as Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and BloombergGreg Price is a thought leader in the supply chain industry. He is a frequent speaker at industry events and has written articles on topics such as supply chain automation, visibility, and sustainability. He is also a member of the board of directors of the National Retail Federation.Greg Price is a visionary leader who is committed to using technology to make shipping more efficient and sustainable. He is a role model for entrepreneurs and a driving force in the supply chain industry.Links:[email protected]