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!

Chapters

0:00 Introduction

0:18 The Uninformed Optimism of Youth

1:10 Welcome to the Show: Leo Rogers

1:15 What is Cavo AI?

2:06 Real-Time Sales Coaching with AI

3:15 The Future of AI in Entrepreneurship

5:00 Challenges in Starting a SaaS Business

6:34 Building a Minimum Viable Product

7:55 Iterating and Scaling Cavo AI

10:28 Navigating VC Funding as a Startup

13:20 Mastering the Art of Fundraising

14:50 Challenges of Balancing Fundraising and Business Growth

15:35 Reflecting on Leo’s Childhood

16:27 The Value of Non-Academic Skills

18:28 Leo’s Entrepreneurial Roots and Family Influence

19:37 Rebel Against Comfort: Leo’s Drive for Greatness

20:37 Early Ventures: Selling Chocolate and Building Computers

24:00 From Custom PCs to Web Design

25:27 Tackling Real-World Events at 17

29:12 Lessons Learned from a Viral Event

34:01 The Birth of Solace Digital During COVID

38:00 Setting Ambitious Revenue Goals

42:10 Scaling the Agency: Growth and Challenges

45:20 Reaching the Milestone of £1 Million Revenue

46:38 Innovative Acquisition Strategies for Fast Growth

51:01 The Role of Outbound and Channel Stacking

55:10 Balancing Two Businesses at 23

57:56 Where Leo Sees Himself at 30

59:18 Luck vs. Talent in the Entrepreneurial Journey

1:00:02 Where to Find Leo Online

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