Small Teams, Big Outcomes: Why the Next Unicorns Won’t Look Like the Last
In a world of bloated org charts and slow-moving giants, the most valuable companies are being built by lean, focused teams.
From Instagram’s 13-person exit, to WhatsApp scaling to millions with just 50 engineers, to Wiz reaching a $10B valuation in under 3 years — we're entering an era where a handful of high-leverage builders, powered by AI and clarity, can outpace entire departments at legacy companies.
Join us for a tactical conversation with founders, operators, and early-stage investors about how to build velocity, value, and culture — without the bloat.
🧠 Topics We'll Cover:
Hiring for leverage, not just headcount
How AI is enabling 10x output from smaller teams
Operating systems for trust, focus, and speed
Avoiding “growth theater” and building real momentum
Lessons from Instagram, WhatsApp, Wiz, and others
👥 Who Should Join:
Founders building early-stage teams
Product & engineering leaders
Startup operators scaling 0 → 1
Investors interested in lean team dynamics
🎙️ Featuring:
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