Building A $1B Tech Powerhouse Without Venture Capital, Sridhar Vembu - CEO Zoho

In an era dominated by venture capital-fueled growth, the story of Zoho stands out as a model of the future. Led by visionary CEO Sridhar Vembu, Zoho has carved out a niche in the enterprise software sector, with a platform suite that provides almost everything SMB’s need to run their business. But what sets Zoho apart isn't just its expansive product portfolio; it's the company's journey of scaling to be on track toward a multi-billion-dollar brand without reliance on external funding. This milestone deserves a deeper look into the strategies that have positioned Zoho in a market crowded with messy, complex platforms.

At the recent Zoho Analyst Day in McAllen, TX, Reboot Media’s Chairman Dean DeBiase had a one-on-one with Vembu, who leads a team of 15,000 employees who delivered $1B in revenue last year, serving 700K customers and 100 million users in 150 countries. Their remarkable journey provides a teachable moment for leaders, from revealing the mechanics of smart scaling to executive relationships that promote a modest and innovative growth culture.