Sze Wong is a seasoned entrepreneur, inventor, educator, and venture investor with a proven track record of solving everyday business challenges through innovative digital solutions. A serial entrepreneur, Sze launched his first company before graduating college and has since built a multi-million dollar enterprise that helps organizations thrive in the digital age—all while championing a bootstrap-first, slow growth philosophy.
As the creator of iFormBuilder, Sze revolutionized mobile data collection with an enterprise field service solution trusted by Fortune 500 companies worldwide. Under his leadership, iFormBuilder became one of the first mobile apps to achieve US HIPAA compliance on the Apple App Store and earned Apple’s recognition as one of the “Essential iPhone Apps for Business.” Sze believes that good data is powerful, and his mission is to help businesses secure and leverage their data through flexible, secure solutions.
Prior to founding Zerion Software in 2004, he designed major mobile systems for industry leaders like Sun Microsystems, Nextel Communications, and Shell Oil. With 7 US patents in data and data security, Sze’s contributions have had a lasting impact on the tech industry.
Today, as a venture investor at Zenith Venture Studio, Sze leverages his extensive entrepreneurial experience to support and invest in emerging startups that are poised to transform their industries. His unique blend of hands-on experience and innovative thinking enables him to mentor founders and drive the next generation of disruptive digital solutions.
In this episode, Sze shares his journey from Hong Kong to the US and his extensive experience in digital transformation, particularly in industries that are traditionally paper-driven. He discusses the challenges faced by NGOs in data collection and how his company has successfully implemented mobile data solutions to streamline processes. The conversation also explores the role of user experience in technology adoption, the impact of AI on data collection, and the emerging concept of vibe coding. Sze emphasizes the importance of foundational knowledge in computer science and the urgent need for subject matter experts in the evolving landscape of technology and education, underscoring the importance of their expertise in driving the tech industry forward. ## Takeaways * Sze's journey from Hong Kong to the US shaped his perspective on technology. * Digital transformation is crucial for paper-driven industries like NGOs. * User experience is vital for successful technology adoption. * Mobile data collection can significantly reduce project timelines. * AI is transforming data collection and analytics processes. * Vibe coding allows non-programmers to create software solutions. * The future of technology will require a blend of expertise and AI. * Education systems need to adapt to prepare students for future challenges. * Human interaction with technology is evolving rapidly. * Solving traditional business problems remains a key focus for innovation.