Fireside Chat
From Startup to Smart CRM: The $150M AI Acquisition Story
A Fireside Chat with Matt Sornson, GM of Breeze Intelligence & Operations Hub at HubSpot
March 5, 2025 | 11:00 am—12:00 pm ET
Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Matt Sornson, Co-Founder of Clearbit, as he shares the journey that led to a landmark $150M acquisition.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or technology leader, this conversation will offer unique insights into building and scaling successful AI companies in today's dynamic B2B landscape.
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Session Outline
Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Matt Sornson, Co-Founder of Clearbit and now GM at HubSpot, as he shares the journey to their $150M acquisition.
Learn how Clearbit built a revolutionary B2B data intelligence platform that enriches customer records across 200M+ profiles using advanced AI and LLMs, how they scaled to serve 400,000+ users, and the successfull integration of Clearbit's capabilities into HubSpot's Smart CRM as Breeze Intelligence. Plus, audience Q&A!
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Speakers
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Matt Sornson
GM of Breeze Intelligence & Operations Hub
HubSpotMatt Sornson is currently the General Manager of Operations Hub & Breeze Intelligence at HubSpot, where he leads the evolution of B2B data intelligence following Clearbit's $150M acquisition. As a serial entrepreneur and technology leader, Matt co-founded Clearbit and served as its CEO, scaling the company to become a leading B2B data provider serving over 400,000 users.
Prior to Clearbit's success, Matt founded WorkMob and ApiXchange, gaining valuable experience in building and scaling technology platforms. His entrepreneurial journey includes navigating pivots, fundraising, and ultimately leading a successful exit.
Beyond his operational roles, Matt serves as a General Partner at Earl Grey Capital, where he continues to support and invest in emerging technology companies. With over a decade of experience in B2B technology and data intelligence, Matt brings unique insights into building, scaling, and successfully exiting technology companies in today's dynamic market landscape.
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