Startup Growth Tactics: When to Pivot and How to Win Long Term
Brian Fitzpatrick & Oliver Clingain
Tech Ascent - Episode 18
In thisntifi episode of Tech Ascent, Brian Fitzpatrick, co-founder and CEO of Qredible, shares hard-earned insights about scaling a fintech-regtech business, knowing when to pivot, and why questioning assumptions is vital for success.
We dive into how Brian ideed unmet needs in misregulated industries like CBD and supplements, how he iterated through multiple pivots before landing on the right product, and why he emphasizes customer feedback over internal intuition. Brian also explores the importance of agility, customer success as a long-term growth engine, and how compounding lessons across four startups build wisdom.
Whether you’re launching in regulatory tech or thriving in competitive markets, this episode delivers real‑world lessons on executing with discipline and innovation.
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