In this episode of the podcast, Ben Gabler, CEO and founder of Rocket.net, shares his journey from delivering pizzas to pioneering in the web hosting industry. With over two decades of experience, Ben offers a candid look into the entrepreneurial spirit that drove him from the ground up, highlighting key decisions and partnerships that shaped his path. The discussion delves into the strategic shifts and technological innovations that have enabled Rocket.net to thrive in a competitive market, emphasizing customer-centric approaches and agile responses to industry demands.

(00:00:00) - Introduction to Ben Gabler and Rocket.net

(00:01:20) - Ben Gabler's Entry into Web Hosting

(00:03:25) - From Host Nine to Host Gator

(00:06:20) - What Draws Ben to Web Hosting

(00:08:52) - Innovation at Rocket.net

(00:11:28) - The Business Philosophy at Rocket.net

(00:14:21) - Target Audience and Customer Base of Rocket.net

(00:18:04) - Company Culture and Employee Engagement

(00:23:01) - Challenges in the Hosting Industry

(00:25:05) - Transition to Software Startups

(00:30:00) - Launching and Scaling StackPath

(00:37:22) - Mail Channels Integration and Email Solutions

(00:43:31) - Future of Web Hosting and Rocket.net

(00:51:19) - Generative AI and Its Impact on Hosting