In this episode, April Palmer (Instagram: @hotmessboss) discusses her expertise in cloud cost containment and her role as a fractional chief growth officer. She emphasizes the importance of balancing engineering speed with cost management, the challenges of communication between finance and engineering teams, and the impact of AI on business growth. April shares insights on vendor lock-in, multi-cloud strategies, and the necessity of understanding market opportunities. She also provides valuable advice for startups and entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for clear communication and the importance of slowing down to ensure sustainable growth.

In this conversation, Chris Pearcey, founder of Decisio, explains that his mission is to restore decision-making power to users overwhelmed by choice . In an environment where recommendation engines increasingly optimize for platform revenue rather than user clarity, Decisio attempts to formalize explicit preference capture through structured interaction.

In this conversation, Krish Palaniappan and Logan Kelly, CEO of Waxell AI, discuss the evolving landscape of AI agents, focusing on the importance of governance and orchestration in managing these technologies. They explore the challenges and risks associated with deploying AI agents in production, the onboarding process for governance platforms, and the technological advancements that are shaping the future of enterprise software. The discussion highlights the need for effective governance policies to mitigate risks and ensure safe operations of AI agents in various business contexts.

In this episode, Krish interviews Benjamin Stover, Chief Commercial Officer at AI Med Consult. They discuss the transformative role of AI in patient engagement, the importance of building AI products that deliver real business value, and the differences between generalist and specialist AI. Benjamin shares insights on how AI accelerates software development, the changing landscape of consulting, and the evolving composition of engineering teams. The conversation also touches on the balance between AI and human creativity, emphasizing the need for critical thinking in an increasingly automated world.

In this episode, Robby Cobbs, CEO of TechMySchool and Tech Plan Genie, discusses the transformative role of AI in education, the challenges faced by modern educational systems, and the importance of soft skills. Krish & Robby explore the evolving landscape of college education, parental guidance, and the cultural perspectives on learning. Robby shares insights from his experiences in education and emphasizes the need for adaptability in an ever-changing world.

Sreedhar brings deep experience building and scaling B2B technology companies and offers a grounded, operator’s perspective on enterprise AI adoption. The discussion explores where AI is truly creating leverage inside organizations, why access to AI tools is no longer a competitive advantage, and how leaders, engineers, and GTM teams must rethink workflows, skills, and execution to stay ahead.

In a fast-paced follow-up episode of the Snowpal Podcast, host Krish Palaniappan sits down again with Sai Dhanak, CEO and co-founder of Deduction, for a refreshingly human conversation. Unlike their previous deep dive into product and technology, this discussion focuses on identity, immigration, risk, and what it really means to pursue ambition in America.

In this episode, Krish speaks with Sai Dhanak, founder of Deduction, an AI-driven tax platform aimed at simplifying tax preparation for consumers. They discuss the challenges faced by traditional tax preparers, the innovative use of AI in the tax industry, and the importance of user experience in financial services. Sai shares insights on the technology stack behind Deduction, the evolving dynamics of software development teams, and the future of accounting in a rapidly changing landscape.

In this episode, Jeremy Barker, founder and CEO of Murphy Door, shares his incredible journey from being a firefighter to building a successful business specializing in hidden doors. He discusses the challenges he faced in his entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned from failures, and the importance of passion and customer experience in business. Jeremy emphasizes the role of AI in shaping the future of business and offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.

In this engaging conversation, Jeremy Barker discusses the innovative software solutions transforming the door assembly process and the importance of user experience in catering to high-end customers. He emphasizes the need for customization and the role of customer feedback in improving products and services. The discussion also explores the impact of AI on business operations and the future of retail, highlighting the necessity for personalized shopping experiences. Jeremy shares insights on bridging the gap between developers and customers, the flaws of traditional review platforms, and the evolving landscape of engineering in the age of AI.

I recently sat down on the Snowpal Podcast with Javier Lozano Jr., a fractional CMO/CRO who’s helped B2B tech companies scale from ~$1M to $20M in revenue. As an engineering founder myself, this conversation hit close to home. Many of us believe that if we build a great product, the market will magically find us. In reality, that’s rarely how it works.

The core issue isn’t engineering or effort; it’s the lack of a clear, aligned go-to-market strategy. Before growth tactics come into play, founders need to understand their ICP, identify real buyer pain points, and align marketing, sales, and customer success around a focused narrative that differentiates them in crowded markets.