The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors

The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors

SaaStr 178: 10 Key Lessons From Scaling Marketo to IPO with Phil Fernandez, Former Marketo CEO & Venture Partner @ Shasta Ventures

Jun 4, 2018 · 28:55

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Phil Fernandez shares 10 key lessons learned from scaling Marketo to IPO.
He discusses the journey of taking a company public and its acquisition.
Valuable insights from a veteran SaaS leader are provided.

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