Joe Hyrkin on scaling Issuu to $30M, raising smart debt, and surviving as CEO

In this episode of the SaaS Revolution Show, host Alex Theuma speaks with Joe Hyrkin, CEO of Care Grit Learning and former CEO of Issuu. They discuss Joe's journey in the tech industry, focusing on his experiences with Issuu, its acquisition, and the importance of profitability and growth strategies. Joe shares insights on navigating debt, the challenges of being a CEO, and the significance of coaching SaaS founders. The conversation wraps up with rapid-fire questions that highlight key lessons for tech entrepreneurs. Guest links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joehyrkin/      Check out the other ways SaaStock is helping SaaS founders move their business forward:  🇮🇪 SaaStock Europe: 14-15 October 2025 | Dublin, Ireland Book you tickets: https://saastock-europe.com/tickets/ 🇺🇸 SaaStock USA 2025: April 2026 | Austin, Texas Join the waitlist: https://saastock-usa.com/ 🤝 SaaStock Founder Membership: A private members group of B2B SaaS founders between $100K - $10M ARR who are committed to growth and helping others (https://www.saastock.com/founder-membership/) 🌎 SaaStock Local: Monthly meet-ups in cities all around the world, bringing together SaaS enthusiasts and experts to discuss the most pressing topics in SaaS (https://local.saastock.com/home)