Matt Verlaque

Matt Verlaque is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at SaaS Academy by Dan Martell, a position he has held since March 2022.1 He is an experienced entrepreneur and business leader with a background in the software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry.

Career Highlights

SaaS Experience:: Prior to his current role, Matt was the co-founder and CEO of UpLaunch, a CRM and marketing automation platform for the microgym industry. UpLaunch was acquired by Daxko in January 2020.1

Leadership Roles:: After the acquisition, Matt held positions at Daxko as Director of Product for UpLaunch and later as Executive Director of Marketing for SMB.1

Entrepreneurship:: Matt has also been involved in other ventures, including:

• Co-founder of High Speed Ventures (May 2021 - June 2023)
• Founder and CEO of Run Your Gym (February 2013 - June 2017)1

Expertise and Interests

Matt's professional interests include:

• Scorecards and data-driven business growth
• Effective leadership principles
• Fostering empathy in high-achieving professionals
• Personal productivity strategies1

Background

Interestingly, Matt has a background as a firefighter. He mentions being a fireman turned SaaS founder and has been part of the Swiftwater Rescue Team since 2015.1

Current Focus

At SaaS Academy, Matt helps software founders grow their businesses from their first dollar to their next $10 million.1 He is also active in sharing his knowledge and experiences through various channels:

• He writes a free newsletter
• Hosts the SaaS Academy Podcast
• Creates content on LinkedIn, sharing insights on business growth, leadership, and entrepreneurship123

Matt Verlaque's diverse background in entrepreneurship, SaaS, and firefighting has shaped his approach to business leadership and growth strategies in the software industry.