Middle Tech Spotlight Series: JP Blevins

JP Blevins on the Journey of Building a Publicly Traded Company

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Middle Tech
July 05, 2023

July 5th, 2023

In the Spotlight: JP Blevins

In the latest episode of the Middle Tech Spotlight Series, we sat down with JP Blevins, a former University of Kentucky basketball player who has played a significant role in building two hyper-successful companies: Live Oak Bank and nCino. Our conversation covered various aspects of his journey, including his transition from sports to business, the growth and success of Live Oak Bank and nCino, and the lessons learned along the way.

JP shared his thoughts on the concept of luck, the importance of preparation, and the value of taking care of people within a company. His unique perspective, combining experiences from the sports and business worlds, offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Key Takeaways

  1. Transition from Sports to Business - JP shared his journey from being a college athlete to a business leader, demonstrating the transferability of skills like discipline, teamwork, and resilience.

  2. Growth and Success of Live Oak Bank and nCino - JP played a significant role in the growth and success of both Live Oak Bank and nCino, two highly successful FinTech companies.

  3. Importance of Investing - JP Blevins emphasizes the importance of investing, not just in terms of financial resources, but also in terms of time, effort, and personal development.

For more information about Live Oak Bank, you can visit their website at liveoakbank.com

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