From creating Google Slides, back to YC Partner, and Beyond: Wayne Crosby’s Journey & New Startup Orgorg.com

In this episode of The Lobster Talks, we’re joined by Wayne Crosby, a true startup veteran with a remarkable full-circle journey: • 2007: Wayne became a Y Combinator founder in one of the earliest cohorts, quickly landing a Google acquisition that evolved into Google Slides. • A Decade at Google: He stayed on to help grow G Suite, diving into AI and shaping how millions of users collaborate online. • Startup #2 & Another Exit: After co-founding a second company with Google’s former CHRO, he returned to YC as a Visiting Group Partner to coach a new generation of founders. • Today: Wayne is back to building as founder/CEO of Orgorg.com, a toolset for seamless team management and productivity, integrating AI under the hood. We talk early YC days, Google’s culture of innovation, what it’s really like behind the scenes as a YC Partner, and why Wayne ultimately returned to his roots as a builder. If you’re curious about AI’s impact on future jobs, or just want insider knowledge on startup growth, this is a must-listen. Key Discussion Points • The magic (and myths) of the very first YC cohorts • Lessons from building Google Slides and leading teams inside Big Tech • Why AI is more than just a buzzword—and how Wayne is weaving it into Orgorg.com • Life as a YC Visiting Group Partner—what founders should really know • Embracing your inner builder: how Wayne found his true passion in startup creation Enjoy the episode? Subscribe, give us a 5-star rating, and share your favorite part in the comments! Timestamps 0:00 Welcome & Wayne’s Background 4:17 Early YC Days (2007) 9:32 Google Acquisition & Lessons Learned 14:45 AI at Google & Future of Work 22:10 From Founder to Visiting YC Group Partner 28:55 Building Orgorg.com & Founder Insights 38:16 Balancing Family & Startup Life 43:00 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Thanks for tuning in to The Lobster Talks!