Transitioning from founder to CEO is one of the most complex and transformative steps a leader can undertake. It requires a shift in mindset, responsibilities, and skills that often challenge the very visionaries who built the company from the ground up. 

This panel discussion brings the perspectives from the expert lineup of a former YC Founder, a Former CEO and a CEO Coach.

This conversation is packed with tactical advice, personal experiences, and the hard-won insights every founder and CEO needs to hear.

Meet our panelists:

• Joe Leech – CEO Coach: seasoned coach specializing in guiding CEOs through complex transitions.
• Mark Schoen – CEO at Orderbird: has over two decades of experience as a SaaS and payments CEO, leading international organizations and managing growth across enterprise and SMB sectors.
• Hootan Mahallati – Former YC Founder, Product Leader: Hootan is a former founder and CEO with a proven track record at high-growth tech companies, having driven four exits and one IPO.
• Eleni Karahalios - Partner, Executive Talent (North America): With over 10 years of experience in executive search and recruitment, Eleni has worked with Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, placing senior executives and building diverse leadership teams.

Whether you’re a founder contemplating a leadership transition or a current CEO looking to refine your approach, this session offers actionable guidance and real-world examples to help you succeed in your evolving role. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights that will empower you to lead your organization to new heights, and perhaps recognize when the next chapter might call for a new leader.

Ideal for Founders, CEOs, and those on the leadership path in fast-growing organizations.

Bring your questions for the Q&A!