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Scaling with Purpose: Eli Portnoy on The Growth and Scaling Podcast

February 6, 2026
Scaling with Purpose: Eli Portnoy on The Growth and Scaling Podcast

Scaling a company isn't just about moving fast, it's about building with clarity, discipline, and a relentless focus on what truly drives growth.

On The Growth and Scaling Podcast, our Founder and CEO, Eli Portnoy, sat down with host Todd Westra for a candid conversation on the realities of scaling businesses.

Drawing from his experience leading two successful exits and now building BackEngine, Eli shares how early lessons, resilience through setbacks, and a deep commitment to customer value shape the way he approaches growth today.

From navigating leadership challenges to keeping teams aligned as companies scale, the episode is full of real-world insights for founders and executives alike.

It's a sharp, honest look at what it really takes to build, and rebuild, in today's fast-changing market.

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