On today’s show I sat down with Ben Forrest, founder and CEO of Olio, an Indiana-based healthcare technology company.
We discuss the innovative journey of Olio, which was started to transform the coordination of complex patient care. Under Ben’s leadership, Olio recently secured $11 million in Series B funding to further innovate and expand its market reach.
Ben also shares the challenges he and Olio faced during the startup’s early days, the importance of pacing over perfection, impact of hiring based on cultural fit, and the key role local support played in growing the business.
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You are going to learn about:
The Journey of Olio from Startup to a Leading Healthcare Tech Company
The Promising Future in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Sectors
Advice for Startup Founders
Thank you to our partners:
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Check out these great clips from the show:
01:15 Guest Introduction: Ben Forrest, Olio
01:41 The Early Journey of Olio
02:18 Spotlighting Local Talent
03:15 Creating Memorable Moments
04:07 Olio's Startup Story
05:08 Identifying and Solving Healthcare Problems
07:16 Building the MVP and Early Challenges
12:10 Raising Funds and Growing the Team
18:01 Navigating the Pandemic and Beyond
34:42 Challenges of Founder-Led Sales
35:38 Focusing on the Right Customers
36:13 Staying True to Your Mission
39:03 Celebrating Success and Future Plans
41:31 Addressing Mental Health and Substance Use
45:14 Company Culture and Hiring
47:42 Indiana Pride and Personal Journey
51:40 Advice for Startup Founders
59:03 Hidden Gems and Notable Hoosiers
