Greg Moran

Multi-Exit Founder & CEO, Advisor, Investor, Board Member | Posting daily insights to help you scale to $100m+. Host - The Founder’s Journey Podcast

Author of The Adaptive Innovator | Creator and Host, Scaling Across Borders | Founder | Investor | Founder Coach

NOTE: IF YOU'RE TRYING TO CONTACT ME, USE GREG@SCALINGACROSSBORDERS.COM, NOT LI MESSAGES. It's unmanageable and I will not respond through LinkedIn messages or InMail.

I’ve been a founder for most of my adult life, from glass-walled boardrooms in New York and Pali Alto to coffee-stained coworking tables in Kosovo and Delhi. Not because I planned it that way, but because I could never quite shake the pull of building something from nothing.

In my early years, I chased growth at all costs. The pace was relentless, the stakes high, and the wins… like realizing a bottled-up vice for the first time. You knew it was staying with you, for better or worse. I built and exited multiple companies, including two at nine-figure valuations.

It looked great on the outside, but inside? I was riding a bull that was kicking my ass.

Building a company is like taking off in a plane you’re still bolting together mid-air. The only goal at first? Get enough distance between you and the ground so when shit goes wrong … and it will … you’ve got time to respond before the ground rushes up to meet you.

If you’re not intentional, that ground gets closer a lot faster than you think.

That realization changed everything.

Today, I’m still building, but on my terms. I help founders scale with freedom: keeping their vision intact, owning their time, and leading teams built on trust and durable systems, not constant fire drills.

I do that through:

-> Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners — investing in and advising values-aligned companies.

-> Outsorcy — an AI-first, decentralized talent platform helping companies scale global teams smarter.

-> Scaling Across Borders — a docuseries capturing the unfiltered stories of entrepreneurs building in overlooked markets worldwide.

-> My book, The Adaptive Innovator — a playbook for leading with clarity and adaptability in an unpredictable world.

I post founder-to-founder insights here daily … from scaling a remote team across time zones to navigating your first big exit … so follow along if you want the real playbook, not the highlight reel.

The world’s best founders aren’t all in Silicon Valley … and I’m here to prove it.

-> More at GregMoran.me

-> Subscribe to my newsletter: Scaling Beyond Borders at https://expert-creator-5823.kit.com/82c0e3e8c9

-> Buy The Adaptive Innovator at https://a.co/d/75ifhwQ

📬 DMs open for 1:1 coaching, retreats, speaking and credible business opportunities.

Chief Executive Officer (Interim)

At Conquer we are making selling smarter through our enterprise sales enablement platform. Our comprehensive solution combines automation, advanced analytics and AI-driven insights to empower sales teams and drive revenue growth. 

By leveraging our platform, sales professionals can optimize their strategies, enhance customer engagement, and close deals more efficiently. 

Let’s start with the mission because it’s the only part that actually matters:

I’m on a global quest to help entrepreneurs in underserved and undertargeted communities get access to the kind of systems, coaching, and support that changed my life.
Africa, Latin America, Southeast Asia — the places most consultants and startup investors can’t find on a map.

I believe talent is everywhere, dreams are everywhere, and the “get $hit done” attitude is absolutely everywhere…but access isn’t.  So that’s what I’m working to fix.

Now the part where I explain how I accidentally became the guy doing this:

I’ve spent 20+ years in the trenches of entrepreneurship — starting, running, breaking, fixing, selling, rebuilding, and occasionally crying over businesses.
Some succeeded.   Some exploded.  Some succeeded and then exploded.    You get it.

Somewhere between the wins, losses, and long nights wondering why I ever left the Marine Corps, I figured out two things:

1️⃣ Business is F’n Hard (yes, that’s literally the name of my podcast).
2️⃣ Most entrepreneurs don’t fail because they’re not smart — they fail because they’re drowning in chaos with zero structure.

Then I found EOS, and it gave me the clarity and control I didn’t know I was missing.
Along the way, I accidentally became:
- a Serial Entrepreneur(ish)
- an Amateur Investor
- a Wannabe Podcast Host

and somehow… a KickAss EOS Implementer

(Titles are self-awarded but accurate.)

These days, I coach leadership teams, speak at founder events, partner with franchisors, and work with VCs, accelerators, and anyone else trying to bring real support to real entrepreneurs.

My style is simple:
High impact. Low ego. Lots of humor. Zero BS.
I take the work seriously — never myself.

If you’re into blunt honesty, better decisions, fewer fires, and building a business you actually like waking up to… we’ll get along great.

Calvin Smith

Scrub Daddy’s CEO got pressed to prove he could double his sales—and this is how he handled it 😤📈
Instead of overpromising, he showed the numbers, the strategy, and the execution. Great founders don’t rely on hype—they rely on data, systems, and confidence built from real traction. That’s how you earn belief and scale fast. 🚀

#scrubdaddy #sharktank #businessgrowth #entrepreneurmindset #salesstrategy #leadership

Serial Entrepreneur(ish) | Amateur Investor | Wannabe Podcast Host | KickAss EOS Implementer | Helping Underserved Founders Worldwide: Talent, Dreams & “Get $hit Done” attitude Lives Everywhere, Even When Resources Don’t

Steve Jobs was a marketing genius.
This is how he introduced the iPod Nano in 2005 🎧

He didn’t just launch a product—he created a moment. With simple language, clear visuals, and emotional storytelling, Jobs turned a tiny device into a cultural icon. It’s a masterclass in positioning, clarity, and making people feel the innovation before they even touch it. 🚀

#stevejobs #marketinggenius #productlaunch #branding #innovation

Brian Chesky (Airbnb CEO) explains the three stages of building a successful company 🏗️

First, you build something people truly love. Then, you create systems so that love can scale. Finally, you protect the culture and values that made the company great in the first place. Growth only lasts when product, process, and purpose evolve together. 🚀

#brianchesky #airbnb #startuplife #entrepreneurmindset #businessgrowth #leadership

Jeff Bezos: “I don’t have a Plan B.” 🔥🚀
Because when your vision is clear and your systems are solid, you don’t need backup plans — you just need execution.

That’s why entrepreneurs rely on Calvin Smith, they build the clarity and accountability that make Plan A unstoppable. 💼📈

#eos #eosimplementer #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowners #scaleyourbusiness #leadershipdevelopment #businesssystems

"You need to develop a workaholic mentality to make it big." ⚡
When you're building from zero, outworking the competition matters. Early-stage startups demand intensity—late nights, weekends, relentless execution. But smart founders know: it's not just hours, it's focus. Work hard on what moves the needle, not busy work. Hustle with purpose wins.
#startup #hustle #founder #workhard #entrepreneurship #grind #startuplife #buildmode

“We’ll figure it out later” is basically putting a decision on a credit card.
Feels painless now.
Hurts like hell later.

Delayed decisions don’t disappear.
They sit in the background collecting interest in the form of confusion, rework, and low-grade frustration.
EOS-aligned leaders don’t wait for perfect clarity.
They decide, learn, and adjust.
Momentum beats perfection. Every time.

If the same issues keep popping up in different outfits, it might be time to stop swiping the card.

#StartWithEOS #BusinessClarity #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #SystemsCreateFreedom

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Xiaomi’s Founder Then vs Now — from humble beginnings to a global business leader. 📱🔥
Big success isn’t built overnight — it grows from clarity, discipline, and systems that keep the vision moving forward.

That’s why entrepreneurs with guidance from Implementer Calvin Smith, they create the foundation that turns ambition into a world-class business. 🚀

#eos #eosimplementer #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowners #scaleyourbusiness #leadershipdevelopment #businesssystems

Most successful businesses were messy before they were clear. 🌀
The polished story you hear wasn't the reality. Early days were chaos—pivots, confusion, barely working products, and unclear direction. Airbnb sold cereal boxes. Instagram started as a check-in app. Success looks obvious in hindsight, but it's built through messy iteration and figuring it out as you go.
#startup #pivot #entrepreneurship #founder #messy #iteration #startuplife #journey

“Just get started—your idea will always evolve.” 💡🚀
Too many aspiring founders wait for the “perfect plan” or the “perfect moment,” but progress doesn’t come from hesitation. Ideas grow and improve through action, testing, and iteration. The key is to take that first step, learn as you go, and refine constantly. Momentum builds when you start, and clarity emerges from doing, not overthinking.

#startnow #entrepreneurmindset #businessgrowth #founders #execution #growthmindset #smallbusiness

The most overpriced and useless product ever on Shark Tank 😬🦈
Not every idea is destined for success. Some pitch flashy concepts without solving a real problem, leaving investors—and customers—skeptical. The lesson? Focus on value, clarity, and execution, not gimmicks. The best founders build products that people actually need, backed by strategy, systems, and a plan to scale. 🚀

#sharktank #businessgrowth #entrepreneurmindset #founders #productstrategy #smallbusiness #scaleyourbusiness

Me taking in the freedom that comes after EOS finally brings structure to my business 💡✨
When chaos is replaced with clarity, roles are defined, and priorities are aligned, the business stops running you—and starts running the way it should. That’s why founders work with Calvin Smith—to implement EOS frameworks that turn order into freedom and scalable, repeatable business growth. 🚀

#calvinsmith #eos #businessgrowth #smallbusinessowner #entrepreneurlife #scaleyourbusiness #businesssystems

How to create meaningful change in your business this year? 💡🚀
Change doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when you combine vision with clarity, disciplined execution, and aligned teams. That’s why founders work with Calvin Smith—to implement frameworks that turn ideas into focused, scalable, and lasting business growth. 🌟

#calvinsmith #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowner #scaleyourbusiness #businesssystems #leadership #growthmindset

Steve Jobs on how to hire great people and keep them 👥✨
The best leaders don’t hire people to tell them what to do—they hire them so they can learn from them. Great talent stays when they’re trusted, challenged, and given a clear mission. When people feel ownership, purpose, and room to grow, they don’t just work for the company—they help build it.

#stevejobs #leadership #hiring #entrepreneurmindset #teambuilding #businessgrowth

Jack Ma: Be more innovative, creative, and constructive 🌱
In fast-changing markets, survival doesn’t come from playing it safe—it comes from thinking differently and building solutions that truly help people. When entrepreneurs stay curious, adapt quickly, and focus on creating real value, they turn challenges into opportunities and growth into something sustainable. 🚀

#jackma #entrepreneurmindset #innovation #creativity #businessgrowth #leadership

Grow Your Business 🌱🚀
Growth doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when vision meets structure, clarity, and consistent execution. Focus on the right priorities, align your team, and build systems that scale. Momentum compounds when effort is intentional and disciplined, turning small wins into lasting success.

#calvinsmith #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowner #scaleyourbusiness #businesssystems #leadership #growthmindset #success #motivation

Steve Jobs understood stock options on a level most CEOs still don’t 💡
He knew equity wasn’t just compensation—it was alignment. Stock options turn employees into owners, tie individual success to company success, and attract people who think long term. When incentives are designed right, motivation scales naturally and great teams stay committed to building something meaningful. 🚀

#stevejobs #leadership #equity #startuplife #businessgrowth #founders

Jeff Bezos explains the “releasing the work” framework he used to build Amazon 📦
Instead of waiting for perfection, Amazon focused on shipping early, learning fast, and improving continuously. By releasing, measuring, and iterating, Bezos turned speed into a competitive advantage. Progress beat perfection—and that mindset helped Amazon scale into what it is today. 🚀

#jeffbezos #amazon #startuplife #entrepreneurmindset #execution #businessgrowth

Success doesn’t happen overnight. ⏳🔥
Real growth comes from showing up consistently — building clarity, structure, and systems that support every step forward.

That’s why entrepreneurs Calvin Smith, they build the foundation that turns slow progress into scalable success. 🚀

#eos #eosimplementer #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowners #scaleyourbusiness #leadershipdevelopment #businesssystems

Google’s First-Ever Office (1998): A perfect example of “Great Things Start Small.” 🚀🔥
Every big breakthrough begins with clarity, focus, and the discipline to build step by step — even in the most humble spaces.

That’s exactly what Calvin Smith helps entrepreneurs create — a foundation where big visions grow from simple, organized systems. 💼📈

#eos #eosimplementer #businessgrowth #entrepreneurlife #smallbusinessowners #scaleyourbusiness #leadershipdevelopment #businesssystems

Bridgit Mendler’s advice to founders 🌟
Build with curiosity, stay grounded in learning, and don’t rush the process. Real success comes from improving every day, asking better questions, and creating with purpose instead of pressure. When you focus on growth over hype, progress compounds naturally. 🚀

#bridgitmendler #founderadvice #entrepreneurmindset #leadership #growthmindset

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