In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Mark Dronen, President and Founder of Elevator 321, a leadership development firm specializing in scaling tech-driven businesses. With over 40 years of entrepreneurial experience, Mark shares his journey from founding product and service companies to launching Elevator 321’s unique "Leadership Development as a Service" (LDaaS) model. He dives into how his firm helps founders and emerging leaders—particularly those backed by venture capital or private equity—navigate growth challenges, refine sales strategies, and build resilient leadership frameworks.
Mark also discusses the power of The College of Coaches, Elevator 321’s network of seasoned executives who provide deep mentorship to entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the importance of humility, trusted counsel, and structured discovery in avoiding costly mistakes. Whether you're a founder scaling your first $50M or a leader preparing for investor scrutiny, Mark’s insights on balancing visionary thinking with tactical execution offer invaluable lessons for high-growth entrepreneurs.
