Ignoring Silicon Valley advice to build a $3B fintech unicorn | Immad Akhund (Co-founder and CEO of Mercury)

In this episode, Immad Akhund, CEO and co-founder of Mercury, discusses his experiences as a multiple-time founder and the lessons he's learned over nearly two decades. He emphasizes the importance of adapting general business principles to one's specific situation and personality, rather than blindly copying frameworks. Immad shares insights on company culture, highlighting the need for consistency and alignment with the founder's values. He also delves into the founding story of Mercury, discussing the significance of identifying strong product-market fit and building a robust product before launching. He touches upon the SVB crisis and how Mercury responded, reinforcing the importance of trust and transparency.