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June 30, 2025

The Cultural Divide Between AI Startups and SaaS Veterans

Cullen Denny Cullen Denny
The Cultural Divide Between AI Startups and SaaS Veterans
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Listen to episode 115 on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube. 


AI-native startups are outpacing legacy SaaS companies across every metric—growth, product velocity, and market attention. In this episode, Sam, Asad, and AJ unpack why the GTM landscape is shifting fast. They dive into the resurgence of IPOs, the rise of rollups, and the cultural edge AI-first teams have when it comes to speed, experimentation, and brand building.

Key chapters:

  • (00:00) - Introduction
  • (01:43) - Market Overview and Current Trends
  • (05:52) - The Impact of AI on Business Dynamics
  • (11:37) - Navigating the Challenges of SaaS vs AI Companies
  • (17:25) - M&A Activity and IPO Market Insights
  • (23:25) - Cultural Shifts in Tech Companies
  • (29:23) - The Role of Social Media in Modern Marketing
  • (35:33) - The Future of Go-to-Market Strategies
  • (41:19) - Final Thoughts and Reflections

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