The SaaS CFO · Ben Murray
podcastplaybook$3.7M Seed Round to Bring AI Data Agents to Supply Chain Operations
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About The SaaS CFOIn this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Ibrahim Ashqar, the co-founder and CEO of Lumi AI. Ibrahim shares his impressive background in data science and AI, including his time at Deloitte and the supply chain tech unicorn Stord, before diving into why he launched Lumi. The conversation highlights the challenges companies face with traditional business intelligence tools, and how Lumi is revolutionizing data access for brands, retailers, and supply chain operators through agentic workflows and conversational analytics. Ben and Ibrahim discuss Lumi's focused go-to-market strategy, their partnerships with industry giants like Deloitte and BCG, and how they’re working with mid-market to Fortune 10 enterprises. Listeners will also hear about Lumi’s journey through fundraising, lessons learned in scaling an early-stage SaaS company, and the key product metrics that…
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What a founder can learn
Founder takeaway
When introducing AI into enterprise operations, narrow the wedge: solve a specific, costly data-access problem for a defined industry, then use trusted partners to reach larger customers. Lumi’s focus on conversational analytics for brands, retailers, and supply-chain operators illustrates a more credible path than selling a generic AI platform.
Why it matters
Enterprise buyers need clear operational value and confidence in a young vendor. Vertical focus sharpens positioning and product priorities, while established partners can provide distribution and credibility with complex accounts.