In this episode, former Divvy co-founder Alex Bean unpacks the real story behind a $2.5B exit—and what no one tells you about life after. You’ll learn:
Why success feels empty without purpose—and how to find yours
How to hire elite talent using the “Car Theory”
The unexpected downside of wealth (and how it affects identity, marriage, and parenting)
The power of defining your personal “Factory for Good” to sustain impact and fulfillment
Tactical advice for testing product-market fit before you ever write a line of code
If you're an entrepreneur chasing a big exit—or wondering what comes after—you’ll walk away with clarity, caution, and conviction.
Guest Bio
Alex Bean is a managing partner at Tandem Ventures, an investment group focused on leveraging operator experience to drive investments in promising startups.
Before Tandem Ventures, Alex co-founded Divvy, a revolutionary business expense and budget management platform. Under his guidance, Divvy experienced meteoric growth, leading to an impressive $2.5 billion exit.
Originally from Seattle, Alex lives in Highland, Utah with his family. Alex has been married to his wife Megan for 17 years, and they have four children, two girls, and two boys. Alex enjoys playing golf, pickleball, skiing, and spending time with his family and friends.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbean/
Resources & Mentions
http://www.factoryforgood.com/