GROWTH UNDER PRESSURE
David Pennino on Building Through Adversity
Originally published by Venture 2 Victory Podcast.
In this episode of Venture 2 Victory, Tim Tonella sits down with David Pennino, founder and CEO of LogicSource, for a candid discussion on entrepreneurship, building a startup, raising venture capital, and scaling a business. Dave breaks down how he turned LogicSource into a high-growth company, why the procurement space is such a massive opportunity, and what it actually takes for a startup founder to build something that lasts.
Dave shares what it was like launching at 35 after setting a personal goal, raising capital, and dealing with everything from lawsuits early on to multiple make-or-break business moments. He talks openly about the realities of venture capital, why investors aren’t your friends, and how managing that founder “chip on your shoulder” can either drive success or hold you back.
About the Speaker
David Pennino
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
David has over two decades of experience in the Services and Outsourcing industry, including senior leadership roles at Williams Lea, Scient Corp., and Gartner. As CEO, he is responsible for the growth and expansion of LogicSource’s procurement services and technology solutions as they continue to drive sustainable profit improvement, risk mitigation, and supply chain continuity for the world’s most recognizable brands.