In this episode of Startup Success, host Kate sits down with Tony Jamous, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Oyster, and Hadi Moussa, the company’s newly appointed CEO, for a refreshingly honest conversation on scaling a global company— and knowing when it’s time to bring in new leadership.

Tony shares the personal journey behind one of the hardest decisions any founder can make: stepping aside as CEO, and why putting the mission ahead of ego sets great founders apart. And Hadi explains how he’s approached the transition to ensure a successful handoff.

We discuss:

  • The moment Tony knew it was time to hand over the CEO role
  • How to manage leadership transitions with intention and transparency
  • Communicating the change in a way that builds trust and signals strength
  • Why global hiring is a competitive advantage in the age of AI

Whether you're navigating growth, thinking about leadership evolution, or rethinking how to build a distributed team, this episode offers a thoughtful look at what it really takes to scale—with the right people, in the right roles, at the right time.

----Stay connected with our host, Kate Adams, here on LinkedIn! 

Learn more about Oyster at https://www.oysterhr.com


This episode is produced by Brenda Hernández Jaimes of Ellas Media
Post-Production by Angela R. Chong of Amplify Podcasts

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