Father and son duo, Marc and Dale Carr, have always been interested in extending the user experience on technology platforms. As mobile phones became more prolific, they founded Mobile Data Group, to bring multimedia content to technology platforms, whether it be to send SMS, run trivia contests or sell wallpapers, games and videos.
DB: Is there anything you would have done differently in hindsight?
DC: I would probably have pushed for faster growth. We opted to remain manageably small and control growth pains through a smaller footprint in terms of staff and offices. This meant that we possibly did not attack overseas markets as aggressively as we could have.
DB: What do you enjoy most about being an entrepreneur and doing what you do?
DC: As a wise man once said, “If you really love what you do, you will never work a day in your life.” I live by that mantra. Being an entrepreneur means taking ultimate responsibility, accountability and risk. Who better to take charge and control of your life than yourself? I thoroughly enjoy every aspect.