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SaaS STEM in NSW
Experiences with setting up a Sydney office in 2016/2017.
Visual marketing software for automating customer journeys 2,500+ customers 500+ integrations 45 autopilot-ers 3 locations 30M capital raised
SaaS STEM in NSW Experiences with setting up a Sydney o ffi ce in - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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SaaS STEM in NSW Experiences with setting up a Sydney o ffi ce in 2016/2017. 2,500+ customers Visual marketing software for automating customer journeys 45 autopilot-ers 500+ integrations 3 locations 30M capital raised This is Autopilot Its
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This is Autopilot
It’s simple, visual and focused. You can do remarkable things with it.
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What is Autopilot?
Visual marketing software, for automating customer journeys. We help customers acquire new leads, nurture existing leads & grow existing customers into repeat buyers.
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* Broke school computers. * Made awful software. * Became convinced I could learn what I needed to learn
to make computers do what I wanted.
* Intensive learning through experience (Stayz)
How I got into STEM
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Everyone I know tells the same story
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* A dedication to ongoing self education. * Deep interest in technology outside of work. * A desire to hold themselves to the highest standards. * An ability to talk about past experiences and/or goals.
What I see in good software engineers
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* They have a great attitude and approach to work. * All of my best ideas come from them. * They share our vision. * I can’t believe how lucky we are to have someone so
dedicated to their work.
What I say about good software engineers
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* Very little experience. * Attitude to learning, ability to be mentored and a
desire to work like the best are the biggest factors towards success.
* They will earn a lot of money.
Junior software engineers
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* Large amount of venture capital available. * Government support, community enthusiasm. * Sophisticated customers and corporate overlords who
want to help.
* The leverage that modern web technology gives you.
Why I’m excited about tech in NSW
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* Develop their ability to learn how to learn. * Help them find a balance between asking for help and
figuring stuff out for themselves.
* Don’t worry if you don’t know the tech side, find
something they are passionate about and they’ll figure
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What I would do to help STEM students
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Questions and answers