Scaling Up: Founder & Capital Forum
Growth changes everything.
What got your business here won't get it to the next stage.
Join a curated room of second-stage founders, operators, investors, and growth-minded leaders for an engaging conversation on scaling, leadership, execution, and capital.
The program begins with insights from Verne Harnish, founder of Entrepreneurs' Organization and author of Scaling Up, whose frameworks have helped thousands of companies navigate sustainable growth.
Following Verne's keynote, Jennifer Wangler, Senior Vice President at The Right Place, will moderate a panel of founders and CEOs who have successfully scaled organizations through different growth paths. Together, they'll share candid lessons on leadership, operational excellence, financing strategies, and the realities of building enduring companies.
Featured Panelists
Ashlea Souffrou: Founder & CEO, SxanPro
Matt Baxter: CEO, WedgeHR
Sue Schweim Tellier: President & Owner, JetCo Federal
Discussion Topics
The conversation will explore:
What surprised founders most as their companies scaled
Leadership evolution through each stage of growth
Building systems and teams that support expansion
The full spectrum of growth capital, including bank financing, family offices, venture capital, and private equity
How to determine the right financing strategy for your business
Lessons founders wish they had known earlier
Building companies that attract both customers and capital
The event concludes with an audience Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers.
This Event Is Designed For Founders Who Are:
Scaling rapidly
Thinking bigger about what's possible
Looking for stronger peer networks and accountability
Navigating growth, reinvention, or increasing operational complexity
Preparing for expansion, investment, or the next stage of leadership
If you're serious about building a company that scales with intention, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. :::