About this podcast

Dive into the extraordinary journey of Sadi Khan, co-founder and CEO of Aven, who left Facebook only to return months later to build a $2.2 billion fintech company. In this candid interview, Khan reveals the driving force behind Aven's mission to tackle America's $1 trillion credit card debt crisis, fueled by an unchanging 75-year history of high interest rates. Discover his unconventional wisdom, including why his first advice is 'Don't start a company,' his unique hiring philosophy based on SAT scores, and how his team achieves exceptional revenue per employee. Learn about his extreme lifestyle choices, the importance of conviction, and the strategic removal of emotion from decision-making that propelled Aven to remarkable success. This conversation offers invaluable insights into entrepreneurship, financial innovation, and the relentless pursuit of solving a significant societal problem.