Lean Tech Done Right: Catie King on Using AI and Low-Code to Scale Fast

Catie King is the Co-founder of Stradia Partners, a consultancy that empowers companies to optimize operations through low-code, no-code, and AI-powered technology solutions. Stradia Partners specializes in building scalable internal tools using platforms like Airtable and Retool to streamline workflows, consolidate data, and boost team efficiency across industries. With over a decade of experience in product management, Catie previously served as Head of Product at flyExclusive, one of the largest private jet operators in the US. Outside of her work in tech, she is also a musician and a strong advocate for data-informed decision-making. In this episode… Many growing companies struggle with inefficiencies, fragmented data, and time-consuming manual processes, especially when teams rely on outdated spreadsheets or lack the budget for full-scale development. How can these businesses leverage today's tools to simplify operations and scale smarter? Catie King, an experienced product manager turned tech founder, believes the solution lies in low-code, no-code, and AI-powered platforms. Drawing from her experience leading product at a major private jet company and now co-founding Stradia Partners, Catie shares how tools like Airtable and Retool empower non-developers to create sophisticated solutions that streamline workflows and reduce costs. She also unpacks how generative AI is accelerating this shift, making once complex tech accessible to lean teams. Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as John Corcoran interviews Catie King, Co-founder of Stradia Partners, about building custom solutions using low-code and AI. Catie shares how her background in music and journalism led her to tech, why she believes in empowering operations teams, and how tools like Airtable, Retool, and generative AI are redefining modern software development.