Future Driven Podcast

🎙 Just had an amazing conversation with Dave Behar, founder and CEO of ION, on the latest episode of the podcast.We talked about how ION built a hyperlocal media network that reaches thousands of towns across the U.S.—giving creators, leagues, and brands a real way to connect with their communities.From pizza competitions to pig racing 🐷🍕, ION is spotlighting unique stories and turning niche content into full-on media experiences. And instead of traditional ads, they're focused on brand integration—putting sponsors directly into the action through live events, interviews, and original content.

In this episode, Adam Lejeunekopp speaks with Emanuel Bertolini, a key leader at a global company specializing in home automation and security solutions, about the company’s growth and approach to innovation. Emanuel shares valuable insights into their strategy of balancing hardware and software, the importance of sleek product design, and how they’ve built strong, long-term relationships with over 2,000 dealers across North America. He also discusses the company's brand expansion and how they’re merging acquired companies into the NICE family, all while ensuring reliability and support for their network.

In this episode, Adam connects with Dylan to discuss how his company’s success is built on a foundation of expert marketing strategies, a data-driven approach, and a commitment to delivering guaranteed, high-quality results. Dylan’s focus on innovation, service expansion, and future growth offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs in the home services space.

In this episode of Future Driven, Adam Lejeunekopp chats with Dan Melnick, founder of Zing, about the future of AI-powered chatbots and their impact on business efficiency. Dan shares insights into how Zing's chatbot can streamline customer interactions and drive conversions by providing real-time answers to common product questions. They discuss the journey of Zing, from its early days to its growth, and how they’re using AI to add value for users without getting lost in a crowded market. Tune in for an in-depth look at how chatbots are shaping the future of digital customer service!

Welcome to this week's episode of Future Driven! In this episode, Adam Lejeunekopp speaks with Reza Rassool, a trailblazer in the field of digital public infrastructure. Reza is the founder of Kwaai, a nonprofit digital infrastructure platform, and brings a wealth of experience in technology, edge computing, and AI. Reza explains how his journey into the tech world led him to create Kwaai, which aims to decentralize public infrastructure in a way that empowers global communities. He shares how Kwaai is expanding worldwide and the importance of independence to ensure its neutrality in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Throughout the conversation, Reza touches on the transformational role of AI in energy, commerce, and public infrastructure, and how it will shape the future of work and consumption.