SaaStr 784: From $1M to $3B ARR: Databricks CRO Ron Gabrisko on Scaling a Revenue Rocket Ship 4q2342

07/02/2025

SaaStr 784: From $1M to $3B ARR: Databricks CRO Ron Gabrisko on Scaling a Revenue Rocket Ship...

SaaStr 784: From $1M to $3B ARR: Databricks CRO Ron Gabrisko on Scaling a Revenue Rocket Ship
In the latest episode of SaaStr's CRO Confidential Series, our host Sam Blond sits down with Ron Gabrisko, CRO of Databricks, to unpack the journey from $1M in ARR to crossing $3B ARR at the end of January 2025. With Databricks now one of the largest pre-IPO technology companies, with $10 billion of expected non-dilutive financing and a valuation of $62 billion, Ron's insights are gold for any revenue leader looking to scale.
Dive into the journey of Databricks, from its early days with less than a million in ARR to becoming one of the largest pre-IPO technology companies. Ron shares his insights on the importance of having a technical background in sales, strategic hiring, and the evolution of Databricks' pricing and customer acquisition strategies. Learn how leveraging unique business advantages and building strong community ties with customers can drive exponential growth. Whether you're a startup founder or a seasoned revenue leader, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.
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