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In this episode of Austin Tech Connect, Thom Singer sits down with Chris Olson, CEO of Mach1, to talk about AI, entrepreneurship, and the next stage of Austin's tech ecosystem.
Chris shares his path from venture capital to startup operator to founder, including his experience evaluating thousands of startups and helping build early-stage companies. He also explains how leading a major AI transformation inside a growing business opened his eyes to just how much operational work could be automated, ultimately leading him to spin out that work and launch Mach1 in 2025.
Today, Mach1 helps mid-market companies use AI to automate messy, high-volume operational processes and improve efficiency.
Thom and Chris also discuss:
• What Chris learned from reviewing nearly 10,000 startups as a VC • Why AI is becoming an operational tool, not just a technology story • How Mach1 identifies business processes that are ready for automation • What Austin's startup ecosystem does well • Where Austin can improve networking and mentorship for new entrepreneurs • Why founders need to trust their instincts and avoid getting pulled in too many directions
Austin Tech Connect is the official podcast of the Austin Technology Council, featuring the leaders, companies, and ideas shaping Austin's technology community.
Thank you to Austin Tech Connect sponsor - Calavista Software.
