In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of Solutions by Text, Dave Baxter, to hear his incredible journey — from turning down a board seat to leading one of the most innovative companies in fintech.Dave shares how he scaled a small, founder-led family business into a fintech powerhouse by combining mobile messaging, AI, and compliance-driven solutions for the financial industry. We dive into his leadership lessons, the lonely reality of being a first-time CEO, how he leverages AI to drive better outcomes for clients, and how he balances family, work, and personal growth along the way.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:06 - Dave's Background and Career Path02:08 - The Aha Moment and Vision for Solutions by Text06:45 - Leadership Lessons Learned10:38 - AI Integration in Solutions by Text13:39 - A Day in the Life of a CEO16:15 - Reading Recommendations18:34 - The Importance of Mentorship22:00 - Closing Remarks

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