Rob Pollin has more than 30 years of entrepreneurial innovation and executive leadership experience in the fast-paced financial technology services industry. As the founder and leader of Autoscribe Corporation, he directs the company’s acquisitions, integration, product development, and growth efforts for both the PaymentVision and Lyons Commercial Data divisions. Rob has single-handedly founded four companies, including pre-packaged consumer software, enterprise medical software, financial information publishing, and technology-driven payment processing.
Where did you grow up? How did your upbringing influence your career?
I grew up in Rockville, MD. I learned through the school of hard knocks. I had many challenges growing up and every challenge made me more resilient and gave me confidence that with persistence and resolve, I would be able to be successful. I have founded multiple companies. Some more successful than other, I had many companies fail before reaching success with Autoscribe and the PaymentVision brand. I am going on 30 years with this company and we have experience over 25% growth for the last 3 years.
What do you see as the biggest challenge in your market?
We are in the payments space. Staying abreast of the latest technology and regulations are critical, but one of the biggest threats is leading with experience. No one wants to give their hard earned money way…so we have to design smooth, efficient and frictionless payment experiences. Make it easy to complete a payment increases the number of payments made. With the recent Coronavirus response, we have to continue to balance health and general welfare with economics. We are all in this together and we have real people’s lives being effected. We want to be part of the solution.
How do you continue to educate yourself?
I continue to seek training through industry leaders and mentors through leadership coaching, a range of education material and conferences and as a leader and participant in the Enterpreneur’s Organization local chapters.
What role do partnerships and relationships play in your career?
Networking is critical. I work with my peers and fellow small business owners to help create solutions and partner with leaders to bring the best products and services to market.
True or false? Hard work solves almost anything. Tell us why you feel this way.
True, I have put in the effort. You may not see the incremental gains while in the trenches day to day, but when you look back and reflect, you can see the payoff.
What achievement are you most proud of?
I proud of the fact that through growing a successful business and empower an team of over 50 people to drive innovative solutions. I have also been able to take care of my mother and provide hope and mentorship to so many.
What’s next in your career?
We want to see our company continue to grow financially but also in influence. We are driving positive change and cutting edge solutions. We want to help shape the future of payments and financial services.
What advice do you have for our readers?
At this time, we need to recognize we are all in this together. Let’s flatten the curve, create a healthy environment and reignite the business world.