S6 | Episode 7 | Ben Sweeney of VidiVet: From Vet To Start-Up Founder: Becoming An Award Winning Leader

The Start-Up Diaries Podcast

English - March 07, 2023 00:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB
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VidiVet's purpose is to make vet expertise more affordable and accessible to every pet parent; allowing them to ask anything about their pet at anytime, from anywhere in the world instantly, without violating their wallet!

In this episode, Founder Ben Sweeney, chatted to Chris about his journey from Vet to founding a start-up, discussing the challenges that come with being a non-technical founder of a tech-centric business.

Ben gives his thoughts on the pros and cons of a Founding CEO vs. a hired CEO, as well as his fundraising journey and experience as a current National Finalist for Tech Nation's Rising Stars and what this means for the future of the business.

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