Lessons from FinTech Veteran William Nass: Scaling, Exiting & Investing

 

Join us for an exclusive session with William Nass, co-founder of a FinTech company that pioneered automated loan underwriting for financial institutions.

After successfully navigating multiple technology pivots and building a SaaS platform, William sold his company to Meridian link, a portfolio company of Thoma Bravo, in 2020 for over $100M after 32 years in operation. In this session, he’ll share key insights on scaling a company in a rapidly changing sector, the importance of market timing, and lessons learned throughout his journey.

William will also delve into his new role as a mentor and investor, offering guidance for early-stage companies. He’ll share the importance of mentorship, how to approach private investing, and the strategies that have worked for him when advising and supporting revenue-generating startups.

 

Opening Remarks @ 9:30am PT

Join us for opening remarks with Dina Wagner, Head of Member Success at Founders Network, to get the latest updates from the Network and opportunities for getting involved.

 

Keynote Speaker @ 9:40am PT

William Nass is a FinTech veteran with over 30 years of experience in building and scaling companies. He co-founded a pioneering FinTech company in 1982, successfully adapting to technological shifts and ultimately developing a SaaS platform that automated loan underwriting for financial institutions. After 32+ years of operation, William sold the company to Meridian link, a portfolio company of Thoma Bravo, for over $100M in 2020.

In addition to his entrepreneurial success, William is deeply involved in mentoring and private investing. He has contributed to initiatives such as SCORE, VMT, and FAU Tech Runway, providing invaluable guidance to early-stage startups. His current focus is advising and investing in revenue-generating companies, helping them navigate growth challenges and scale effectively.

 

Stage-Based Roundtables @ 10:30am PT

 

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