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How Embracing Change Drives Startup Success

Discover the key mindset shift every startup founder needs to embrace for success. Our speaker shares a candid reflection on early challenges, including a tough version 2.0 release, and reveals how diving into the code with the team was a game-changer. Learn why adaptability and hands-on leadership are crucial—and why clinging to a rigid three-year plan could hold you back.

Building Stronger Tech Communities: Foundations, Success Stories, and Future Directions

Discover the secrets to building thriving tech communities in Austin. Join industry experts Cherie Werner (FIESTA), Kasey Randall (Good Code), Cyndi Schultz (Capital Factory), Laura Santamaria (Red Hat), and Emily Gupton (SKG Texas) as they share their insights on community building, personal success stories, and the future of tech communities. Recorded at Civo Navigate Austin 2025, this panel discussion offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of building strong, inclusive, and supportive communities.

Aiven Surpasses $100M ARR: A Story of Community, Open Source, and What's Next

Great news from Aiven! We are thrilled to announce that we have officially surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR). Our journey started with a simple goal: to give developers access to the best open-source data technologies like PostgreSQL, Kafka, and OpenSearch, without the usual complexity. This incredible milestone proves the strength of our mission and the amazing open-source community we've built together.