Episode 5: Sejal Shah | Chief Executive Officer of TotalMed

Sejal Shah, co-founder of Total Med, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey on this episode of The Disruptors. Starting in 2005, Shah built Total Med into a leading healthcare staffing company through sheer determination, innovative thinking, and strategic partnerships. He reflects on the early challenges of bootstrapping the business amid a financial crisis, using credit cards to fund payroll, and the importance of hiring the right people to achieve success. As the company evolved into a workforce solutions provider, Shah discusses pivotal decisions such as acquisitions and the incorporation of technology to facilitate explosive growth. His approach to leadership—focused on empowering his team and fostering a culture of ownership—has culminated in a successful exit that has transformed the lives of his employees. Listeners will gain actionable insights into achieving entrepreneurial success, scaling a business, and the emotional nuances of selling a company while preparing for future endeavors. Shah story underscores the essence of resilience and vision in entrepreneurship.