Sam Seely, Knock | Media Week NYC theCUBE + NYSE Wired
Show Notes
In this episode of theCUBE from Media Week NYC, host John Furrier interviews Sam Seely, founder and CEO of Knock, to discuss the company's notification infrastructure technology designed specifically for developers. As generative AI transforms the tech landscape, Knock focuses on providing scalable, reliable, and secure solutions that address the growing demand for streamlined developer processes. With a recent series A funding round secured, Knock is poised for growth and aims to expand its in-app messaging capabilities. Seely emphasizes the importance of collaboration among teams and the pivotal role of having the right co-founder when launching a startup. He also discusses the evolving tech scene in New York, marked by increasing community engagement and entrepreneurship.
Key Topics Covered:- Overview of Knock’s notification infrastructure for developers.
- Impact of generative AI on infrastructure demands for scalability and reliability.
- Knock's framework for orchestrating notifications across multiple channels.
- Importance of reducing engineering time in the notification process.
- Case studies highlighting improved engagement metrics through Knock's solutions.
- The growing tech community in New York, with an emphasis on meetups and collaboration.
- Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on pursuing ideas and team dynamics.
- Future plans for Knock, focusing on personalization and integration technologies.