Kevin Ruef
Kevin Ruef co-founded 10-8 Systems after exceeding multiple companies’ sales records (both domestically and internationally). With more than a decade in sales, his experience ranges from B2B, B2G, and B2C….
There’s an app for that. Seriously, there’s an app for everything now. The founders in this section are the ones building them. Mobile apps, web apps, SaaS products, and platforms that make life a little easier, a little more connected, or a little more fun.
These interviews cover the full app development journey. Ideation. Prototyping. Getting into app stores without losing your mind. User acquisition. Retention. The moment you realize your onboarding flow is why everyone leaves after day two. It’s humbling, and these founders talk about it openly.
What’s useful about these conversations is the honesty about what works and what doesn’t. The graveyard of failed apps is enormous. The founders here are the ones who figured out how to build something people actually use. Not just download. Use. There’s a big difference.
You’ll find insights on product design, development methodology, monetization strategy, and the challenge of standing out in app stores with millions of options. Whether you’re a developer with an idea, a founder looking for technical insight, or someone who’s curious about how your favorite apps came to be, these interviews deliver.
Kevin Ruef co-founded 10-8 Systems after exceeding multiple companies’ sales records (both domestically and internationally). With more than a decade in sales, his experience ranges from B2B, B2G, and B2C….
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