How this Founder Built a 7-Figure Business by 23 – From Agency to SaaS | Leo Rogers

Discover the entrepreneurial journey of Leo Rogers, the founder of Solace Digital and Curvo.ai, in this in-depth interview. From building computers at 16 to scaling a seven-figure agency and launching a SaaS startup, Leo shares his insights, challenges, and strategies for success. Learn about his experiences with AI, venture funding, and the importance of persistence in business. Don't miss this inspiring episode!Chapters0:00 Introduction0:18 The Uninformed Optimism of Youth1:10 Welcome to the Show: Leo Rogers1:15 What is Cavo AI?2:06 Real-Time Sales Coaching with AI3:15 The Future of AI in Entrepreneurship5:00 Challenges in Starting a SaaS Business6:34 Building a Minimum Viable Product7:55 Iterating and Scaling Cavo AI10:28 Navigating VC Funding as a Startup13:20 Mastering the Art of Fundraising14:50 Challenges of Balancing Fundraising and Business Growth15:35 Reflecting on Leo’s Childhood16:27 The Value of Non-Academic Skills18:28 Leo’s Entrepreneurial Roots and Family Influence19:37 Rebel Against Comfort: Leo’s Drive for Greatness20:37 Early Ventures: Selling Chocolate and Building Computers24:00 From Custom PCs to Web Design25:27 Tackling Real-World Events at 1729:12 Lessons Learned from a Viral Event34:01 The Birth of Solace Digital During COVID38:00 Setting Ambitious Revenue Goals42:10 Scaling the Agency: Growth and Challenges45:20 Reaching the Milestone of £1 Million Revenue46:38 Innovative Acquisition Strategies for Fast Growth51:01 The Role of Outbound and Channel Stacking55:10 Balancing Two Businesses at 2357:56 Where Leo Sees Himself at 3059:18 Luck vs. Talent in the Entrepreneurial Journey1:00:02 Where to Find Leo Online Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.