From Bootstrap to Beyond: Andrew Filev's Journey from Wrike to Zencoder

Join us for an authentic fireside chat with Andrew Filev as he shares his entrepreneurial evolution with Startupfest content chair Alistair Croll. Andrew will discuss both his journey growing Wrike from a bootstrapped startup to a $2.25 billion exit and his current venture, Zencoder, which is fundamentally changing how software is created.

Discover the critical inflection points that transformed Wrike into a global productivity platform, and how those lessons are shaping Zencoder's approach to the massive software development market. Andrew will share practical insights on navigating competitive landscapes, building products developers actually want to use, and scaling effectively without losing your company's soul.

This conversation offers founders practical takeaways on sustainable growth strategies, knowing when to bootstrap versus when to raise capital, and how to identify truly transformative market opportunities that can scale your impact. Whether you're just starting out or ready to level up, don't miss these battle-tested insights from a founder who's successfully navigated both the bootstrap and hyper growth paths.