Simplifying the Stack with Adam Anzuoni

In this conversation, Adam Anzuoni, co-founder of an AI onboarding automation startup SimpleStack, shares his journey in the tech industry, discussing his experiences as a CTO and the lessons learned that led to the creation of SimpleStack. We discuss the challenges faced by fast-growing startups in managing their tech stack, how SimpleStack aims to simplify user provisioning and authentication, the integration of AI agents in business processes, the importance of knowledge sharing in tech, and more!

This is a great listen for those interested in learning more about building AI solutions, the startup path, and leadership

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Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamanz/

Substack: https://substack.com/@adamanzuoni

SimpleStack LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mysimplestack/about/

SimpleStack Website: https://mysimplestack.com/

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Chapters00:00 Introduction to Adam Anzoni and SimpleStack
01:24 Adam's Journey in Tech and Lessons Learned
02:40 Launch Experience at Google Cloud Next
06:14 Transitioning from CTO to Co-Founder
07:47 Understanding SimpleStack's Purpose and Problem Solving
10:12 Identifying Market Gaps and Competitors
12:49 Target Audience and User Experience
15:54 Challenges in Building SimpleStack
17:32 Design Principles and Customer Feedback
18:53 Building Team Culture and Hiring Plans
22:06 Finding a Co-Founder and Networking Benefits
26:31 Investment Strategies and Future Plans
27:29 Leveraging AI for Enterprise Solutions
29:21 The Role of Leadership in Tech
31:09 Educating the Community on AI
34:29 The Evolution of AI Agents
39:02 Automating Onboarding Processes
42:31 Building Trust in AI Technologies
48:09 Future of AI Integration
51:39 Roadmap for SimpleStack's Growth