Podcast appearances and mentions of mat ellis

This week is full of startup surprises. Another Portland startup acquired, the Hub hires a new navigator, WiseOx Mascots help assisted living folks, Mat Ellis chats with startup folks about what it takes to be a founder, and more.PORTLAND STARTUP LINKS- Graze in TechCrunch https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/31/custom-feed-builder-graze-is-building-a-business-on-bluesky-and-investors-are-paying-attention/- Feb 11 event https://www.meetup.com/pie-portland-startup-community/events/305793571/- Apr 8 event https://www.meetup.com/pie-portland-startup-community/events/305535888/- WiseOx Mascot Rosie https://wiseox.ai/mascot/65834cac4829430027d336b0- Chatting with PBJ https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/inno/stories/news/2025/02/04/portland-rick-turoczy-pie-silicon-florist.htmlPORTLAND STARTUP NEWS00:00 Intro00:40 Metro Region Innovation Hub hires a new navigator03:50 More on the February 11 event08:33 Portland startup acquired12:10 Insights from Mat Ellis15:00 WiseOx Mascots19:57 Chatting with the Portland Business JournalFIND ME ON THE INTERNET AT…- https://bsky.app/profile/turoczy.bsky.social- https://linkedin.com/in/turoczy- https://siliconflorist.substack.com/- https://patreon.com/turoczyABOUT SILICON FLORIST ----------For nearly two decades, Rick Turoczy has published Silicon Florist, a blog, newsletter, and podcast that covers entrepreneurs, founders, startups, entrepreneurship, tech, news, and events in the Portland, Oregon, startup community. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup or tech enthusiast, or simply intrigued by Portland's startup culture, Silicon Florist is your go-to source for the latest news, events, jobs, and opportunities in Portland Oregon's flourishing tech and startup scene. Join us in exploring the innovative world of startups in Portland, where creativity and collaboration meet.ABOUT RICK TUROCZY ----------Rick Turoczy has been working in, on, and around the Portland, Oregon, startup community for nearly 30 years. He has been recognized as one of the “OG”s of startup ecosystem building by the Kauffman Foundation. And he has been humbled by any number of opportunities to speak on stages from SXSW to INBOUND and from Kobe, Japan, to Muscat, Oman, including an opportunity to share his views on community building on the TEDxPortland stage (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj98mr_wUA0). All because of a blog. Weird.https://siliconflorist.com#pdx #portland #oregon #startup #entrepreneur

In this engaging episode of the podcast, I sit down with Mat Ellis, a pioneer in the productivity software arena, to explore how modern tools like AI can enhance both our work efficiency and our personal lives. We delve into the evolution of productivity platforms, particularly Mat's work with Sixty, and discuss the significant impact of these tools on our daily routines. As we navigate through the conversation, Mat provides profound insights into the delicate balance between leveraging technology and maintaining genuine human interactions. This discussion is crucial for anyone looking to optimize their time management without sacrificing personal connections. Key Discussion Points The Evolution of Productivity Software: We discuss the origins and growth of the productivity platform Sixty, tracing its development from the early productivity revolution. Technology as a Burden: Reflections on how the role of computers has shifted from being supportive tools to potential burdens, impacting both productivity and work-life balance. Managing Communication Overload: Strategies on using software to manage email and communication overload, including AI's role in prioritizing important messages. Automating with AI: Benefits of AI in automating routine tasks and implementing systems like the daily out-of-office, which helps manage email flow outside work hours. AI and Human Interaction: The potential and limitations of AI in productivity and time management, emphasizing the importance of human creativity and interaction. Personalized Communication: The value of personalized communication in relationship and time management, with examples of AI's role in enhancing these interactions. Productivity vs. Relationship Nourishment: Discussing the balance between achieving productivity goals and nurturing personal relationships, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what truly matters. My conversation with Mat Ellis was enlightening, showing us the potential of AI to transform our work habits and personal interactions. As we continue to integrate these technologies into our lives, it's vital to remain aware of the human element that fosters genuine connections and creativity. Remember, it's not just about being productive—it's about being meaningfully engaged with our tasks and the people around us. Links Worth Exploring Connect with Mat: Website | X/Twitter | LinkedIn A little bit more on Jerry Colonna: Check out the Reunion website Terry Crews with Rich Roll on "Nuance": Watch the clip | Watch the entire episode Related Conversation: Episode 472: The Evolution of Getting Things Done with David Allen Related Blog Post: Why Improving Your Relationship with Time is the Key to Mastering It Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page. Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice. Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging episode of the podcast, I sit down with Mat Ellis, a pioneer in the productivity software arena, to explore how modern tools like AI can enhance both our work efficiency and our personal lives. We delve into the evolution of productivity platforms, particularly Mat's work with Sixty, and discuss the significant impact of these tools on our daily routines.As we navigate through the conversation, Mat provides profound insights into the delicate balance between leveraging technology and maintaining genuine human interactions. This discussion is crucial for anyone looking to optimize their time management without sacrificing personal connections.Key Discussion Points The Evolution of Productivity Software: We discuss the origins and growth of the productivity platform Sixty, tracing its development from the early productivity revolution. Technology as a Burden: Reflections on how the role of computers has shifted from being supportive tools to potential burdens, impacting both productivity and work-life balance. Managing Communication Overload: Strategies on using software to manage email and communication overload, including AI's role in prioritizing important messages. Automating with AI: Benefits of AI in automating routine tasks and implementing systems like the daily out-of-office, which helps manage email flow outside work hours. AI and Human Interaction: The potential and limitations of AI in productivity and time management, emphasizing the importance of human creativity and interaction. Personalized Communication: The value of personalized communication in relationship and time management, with examples of AI's role in enhancing these interactions. Productivity vs. Relationship Nourishment: Discussing the balance between achieving productivity goals and nurturing personal relationships, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what truly matters. My conversation with Mat Ellis was enlightening, showing us the potential of AI to transform our work habits and personal interactions. As we continue to integrate these technologies into our lives, it's vital to remain aware of the human element that fosters genuine connections and creativity. Remember, it's not just about being productive—it's about being meaningfully engaged with our tasks and the people around us.Links Worth Exploring Connect with Mat: Website | X/Twitter | LinkedIn A little bit more on Jerry Colonna: Check out the Reunion website Terry Crews with Rich Roll on "Nuance": Watch the clip | Watch the entire episode Related Conversation: Episode 472: The Evolution of Getting Things Done with David Allen Related Blog Post: Why Improving Your Relationship with Time is the Key to Mastering It Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page.Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice.Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're diving deep into a topic that touches every corner of our digital lives: technology overload. Our special guest, Mat Ellis, CEO of Sixty AI and seasoned entrepreneur, is here to unravel the startling findings of a recent survey, revealing the alarming impact of our constant connectivity. With over 85% feeling overwhelmed by pings and alerts, and a staggering majority lamenting the blurred lines between work and personal time, we're in the midst of a digital crisis. But there's hope. Mat, with his rich background ranging from Frito-Lay to Goldman Sachs, and then diving into the world of startups, is championing a movement to redefine our relationship with technology. As the founder of Cloudability and now leading Sixty AI's mission to 'Take Back Your Time,' he's on the frontline of creating tools that prioritize our mental well-being in a world of ceaseless digital chatter. We'll explore the groundbreaking AI behind Sixty AI, the vision for a balanced digital future, and the urgent call for a digital detox. Prepare for a conversation that's not just about technology, but about reclaiming our time, our sanity, and our human connections.

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Mat, and I must say, he is absolutely delightful, despite his charming accent. As is often the case with founders, he found it challenging to remain idle after the successful sale of Cloudability for a staggering $1.8B, backed by Founders Fund and Foundry.What if you had a robot chief of staff to help you remember other people's problems? Think of a human-compatible AI product built and designed to enhance your productivity which will, in turn, make you a better executive.In this episode of The Capital Stack, we have Mat Ellis, the co-founder & CEO at Sixty AI and the former founder and CEO at Cloudability. He has previously held executive positions with four startups and key technology roles at Frito-Lay, Pepsi-Cola, and Goldman Sachs. Sixty AI is an AI-powered Personal Relationship Management software optimized for focus and flow, eliminating mundane and time-sucking digital tasks to focus on what matters most.Listen in to learn how to become more productive and liberated from tedious tasks with an AI system that helps you remember the important things. You will also learn how to build a great and viral product that makes a difference and how to create demand for it.What You Will Discover:· [04:31] Mat explains where he gets his humility from and the need to learn constantly.· [06:31] The importance of having problem-solving skills to run an early-stage startup.· [09:50] How he shifted his mindset to avoid compulsiveness when running an early-stage startup. · [13:53] He describes the end of Cloudability and the beginning of Sixty AI – the journey it's been.· [17:52] How Sixty AI is built and designed to be human-compatible for more productivity.· [21:16] The power of a digital system that helps you remember people's problems to enhance productivity.· [31:53] Mat on the business model helping Sixty AI move from zero to one.· [34:26] How to create a great viral product that makes a difference and how to create demand for it.· [36:20] How to become a beta customer and part of the Sixty AI movement.· [37:11] Some random questions with Mat!Memorable Quote:· “The wedge is a great product that makes a difference in your life instantly but also one that's well-known, highly spoken of, and viral.”- Mat Ellis [35:10]Connect with Mat:· Website: https://sixty.app/· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matellis/

Mat Ellis is a musician and film scholar who has some THOUGHTS about the Snyder Cut. Follow Mat on twitter @matthiasellis and check out his show on Repeater Radio. Outro music: A Hope for Home, "The Overman." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miscarriage-of-justice/message

Originally from Great Britain, Mat Ellis has lived and worked all over the world. After moving to Portland over 10 years ago, he started his own software company, Cloudability. He’s been there ever since and has seen the city change from a quick stop on the way to Silicon Valley to a unique tech hub of its own.In his interview with Craig, Mat offers a unique perspective on how the city has transformed, the face-to-face communication style of the people there, the obstacles it's faced in the past and the tough decisions it could face in the future.Friends for more than eight years, Craig and Mat have a candid discussion about the struggles tech company founders face in raising capital, attracting top leadership talent, and how local politics and legislation plays a role in the success of company at any stage of growth. They also talk about some of the challenges many tech entrepreneurs face when deciding whether they should set up shop in the Bay Area or a secondary market like Portland, where they might find a smaller but more collaborative tech community.

Mat Ellis founded Cloudability in April 2011 and is its CEO. Prior to Cloudability, Mat held executive positions with four startups, and key technology roles at Frito-Lay, Pepsi Cola and Goldman Sachs. He currently sits on the boards of the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network and the Technology Association of Oregon. Originally from the UK and now residing in Portland, Mat is well known as a mentor and advisor to startups across the US.

Mat Ellis is the Founder & CEO @ Cloudability, the startup that provides cloud cost efficiency at scale and they have raised close to $40m in VC funding including from our good friends at Foundry Group and Data Collective. As for Mat, prior to Cloudability, Mat held executive positions with four startups, and key technology roles at Frito-Lay, Pepsi Cola and Goldman Sachs and he currently sits on the boards of the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network and the Technology Association of Oregon. In Today’s Episode You Will Learn: How did Mat make the move from the UK to SaaS startup founder in Portland, Oregon? How has Mat seen elements change within the business when moving through the stages of company growth? What were the challenges when going through these strategic inflection points? At present, many SaaS founders are looking to hire COOs, what does Mat believe about this hire? When is the right time to make the hire? What should one look for in their first COO? How does Mat assess the balance of sustainability and growth? How does Mat balance between this tough line? What are the inherent challenges? What are Mat’s thought on culture maintenance when startup move into hypergrowth? What is core to retain this startup culture with the scaling through stages? If you would like to find out more about the show and the guests presented, you can follow us on Twitter here: Jason Lemkin Harry Stebbings SaaStr Mat Ellis

Aaron and Brian talk with Mat Ellis (@matellis, Founder/CEO of @cloudability) about the evolution of public cloud spending, the knowledge level of cloud buyers, how AWS is trending vs. Azure and GCP, the market for Reserved Instances and how companies are beginning to think about Serverless computing. Show Links: Get a free eBook from O'Reilly media or use promo code PCBW for a discount - 40% off Print Books and 50% off eBooks and videos Cloudability website Mat’s “Cloud Prediction” from 2008 Show Notes: Topic 1 - Great to have you back on the show. First off, how are things going at Cloudability? We see that Cloudability is now managing the costs of nearly 1/3rd of all AWS usage. Topic 2 - The last time we talked, most of the public clouds did not report revenues, but we’re now seeing that broken out. Give us a high-level view of what’s happening with spending in the public clouds? How has it evolved over the last couple years? Topic 3 - Cloudability has always had a strong focus on AWS, but what are you seeing in the market in terms of demand for Azure, GCP or IBM’s cloud? Topic 4 - Cloudability focuses a lot on not just cost awareness, but helping companies be smart about planning purchases via Reserved Instances. How is the learning curve evolving for the market? Are their secondary markets emerging for Reserved Instances? Topic 5 - Do you get asked a lot by companies to help them compare internal costs vs. public cloud costs? Topic 6 - Let’s talk about “serverless”. How much interest do you hear about that, and what sort of costing questions are people asking? Feedback? Email:show at thecloudcast dot net Twitter:@thecloudcastnet or @serverlesscast YouTube:Cloudcast Channel

In this Startup Spotlight on Portland, CTC visits with Skip Newberry, CEO of sister organization the Technology Association of Oregon, along with Mat Ellis of Cloudability and Portland Business Journal tech reporter Malia Spencer to dive deep into the startup culture of the Rose City.

Aaron and Brian talk with Mat Ellis (@matellis), CEO/Founder of Cloudability (@cloudability) about the trends with AWS vs. GCE vs Azure and vCHS. They explore how cloud buyers are getting more intelligent and the types of industries that are now using the public cloud. They also explore some aspects of public cloud that aren't frequently discussed in the media. Music Credit: Nine Inch Nails (www.nin.com)

After a short hiatus, DNP is back on the air with an episode all about rapidly-growing start ups in the private and public cloud space. First up, Joshua McKenty (@jmckenty), co-founder and CTO of Piston Cloud Computing (and one of the co-founders of OpenStack) stops by to talk about innovating on top of the OpenStack APIs for customers including major banks and governments. Then Mat Ellis (@MatEllis), founder and CEO of Cloudability, discusses how to give control and insight into cloud costs. It’s not about reducing cloud spending, but understanding it and making money from it. Show Timeline: • 0:00: Introductions and News of the Week • 10:22: Interview with Joshua McKenty • 24:48: Interview with Mat Ellis • 37:20: Wrap up

Mini-cast from AWS re:Invent: Aaron speaks with Mat Ellis from Cloudability about the rising concern of tracking and controlling operating costs in the public cloud

Brian talks with Mat Ellis (@matellis), CEO of Cloudability, about how companies are using public cloud services and how to manage costs of those services. They discuss major public cloud trends, how Cloudability uses analytics to make budgeting recommendations and how to teach IT organizations about real cloud costs.