Jon Ricketts

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DISC Type : CS

Founder, CEO at AGYL AI

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Overview

Jon Ricketts is the founder and CEO of multiple AI companies, including EKOM AI and AGYL AI, focusing on creating novel software solutions. With a unique educational background combining a Doctor of Law and an MBA, he applies his expertise to drive innovation in e-commerce and other sectors.

As a Tennessee native, Jon is an active participant in the states startup scene, with interests in organizations like the Nashville Entrepreneur Center and LaunchTN. His professional focus extends to fostering growth and community within the local and regional technology ecosystems.

Jons career began in the healthcare and medical device industry before he transitioned his focus to building and advising SaaS startups.

Personality Overview

Fact-Driven

Self-Disciplined

Late Adopter

They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

AI in E-commerce
As the Founder and CEO of EKOM AI, he is focused on using AI-driven automation and predictive analytics to revolutionize digital storefronts and optimize product content.
Generative AI
He frequently speaks on how generative AI can create better content for businesses and has appeared on multiple podcasts to discuss the topic.
SaaS Startups
He is a serial founder of SaaS companies, including AGYL AI, EKOM AI, and Finpace, with over a decade of experience in the sector.

Media Appearances

AGYL AI combines three companies under one brand. Featured in Teknovation

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Work History

6-2022
Founder, CEO at AGYL AI
6-2022
Founder, CEO at EKOM AI
5-2019 - 5-2024
Co-Founder, Board Member at Finpace
5-2017 - 6-2019
Director, Business Development, Strategic and Government at EnteroMedics
5-2012 - 5-2017
Senior Territory Manager at Medtronic

Education

Doctor of Law - JD from Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Bethel University of Tennessee

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Exp : 13 Location : Nashville, Tennessee, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder, CEO at AGYL AI
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Insights For Selling To Jon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When following up with them, expect slowness; use questions to engage them, preferably over email.
  • Share a one-off customer success story but keeps the focus on highlighting objective, numerical results
  • If they are not asking many questions, nudge them to ask questions rather than just starting to talk yourself

DONT's

  • Avoid emotional and informal language, stay objective and to the point instead
  • Avoid winging it with them particularly, answer a question only if you know the answer well
  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jon is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jon

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jon move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Jon take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Jon

Personality Compatibility


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