How to Lead a Tech Startup - EP. 37

This episode of the Conversations with Tech Experts Founder's Series features Dan Gardner, the founder of Experts Exchange. Dan joins Experts Exchange CEO Randy Redberg for a special live interview to discuss the driving forces behind the creation & success of EE in the 1990s.  The show starts with Dan discussing the initial idea for EE and how it came about - including the name and original architecture. Next, Dan dives into the initial success of EE and how an investment from J.P. Morgan derailed the direction of the company. Finally, he shares his feelings about how the community and company have evolved since his departure in 2001 - and why he still believes that EE is the future home for every IT professional.