Cultivating Teamwork, Persistence, and Practice with Matan Or-El, CEO of Panorays

01/16/24 • 37 min

Dan Balcauski, sits down with the dynamic and innovative CEO of Panorays, Matan Or-El. They explore the unexpected challenges and triumphs of scaling a SaaS company, navigating the cybersecurity market's skepticism, and adapting to the digital landscape during a pandemic. Matan shares his journey from the Israeli Air Force software unit to co-founding Panorays, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance and mental well-being in the entrepreneurial journey. From basketball to building enterprise-focused security solutions, get ready to uncover the strategies and insights of a seasoned entrepreneur in the SaaS world.
Guest Bio
Matan Or-el, the Co-Founder & CEO of Panorays, is a seasoned entrepreneur. Matan established his first startup at just 18 years old. With a rich background in building enterprise-focused security solutions, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to the table. Under his leadership, Panorays has become a pivotal player in enhancing the cyber-resilience of industries worldwide.
Guest Links
panorays.com
Panorays on LinkedIn and Twitter
Matan on LinkedIn and Twitter

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Guest Links
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Guest Links
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www.linkedin.com/in/aeshraghi/

SaaS Scaling Secrets - Cultivating Teamwork, Persistence, and Practice with Matan Or-El, CEO of Panorays

Transcript

Dan Balcauski00:00:10.000

Hello and welcome to SaaS Scaling Secrets, the podcast that dives into the trenches with leaders of the best scale up. B2B SaaS Companies. I'm your host, Dan Balcauski, founder of Product Tranquility. Today I have the privilege of interviewing Matan Or-el, the Co-founder and CEO of Panorays, a seasoned entrepreneur, Matan has been at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, establishing his first startup at just 18 years old. With a rich ba