Startup Growth Tactics: When to Pivot and How to Win Long Term

March 31, 20251 min read

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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Oliver Clingain is the founder and CEO of Ascenxion, a revenue-focused sales and marketing agency that partners with innovative tech companies. With a background in working inside high-growth tech companies, Oliver brings a practical, results-driven approach to client acquisition. He specializes in helping B2B businesses increase revenue, strengthen their pipelines, and close more deals without wasting time on strategies that don’t convert.

Oliver Clingain

Oliver Clingain is the founder and CEO of Ascenxion, a revenue-focused sales and marketing agency that partners with innovative tech companies. With a background in working inside high-growth tech companies, Oliver brings a practical, results-driven approach to client acquisition. He specializes in helping B2B businesses increase revenue, strengthen their pipelines, and close more deals without wasting time on strategies that don’t convert.

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