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34 episodes

5 days ago

On this episode of Return On Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Scott Billows, CEO of BelMar Consulting, for a candid look at why so many technology projects in nonprofits and public organizations go sideways — and what it actually takes to get them back on track. Scott pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest culprits of failed Salesforce implementations: a gap between leadership’s vision and what technical teams execute. His remedy? Align leaders early, set expectations clearl...

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On this episode of Return On Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Scott Billows, CEO of BelMar Consulting, for a candid look at why so many technology projects in nonprofits and public organizations go sideways — and what it actually takes to get them back on track. Scott pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest culprits of failed Salesforce implementations: a gap between leadership’s vision and what technical teams execute. His remedy? Align leaders early, set expectations clearl...

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Episodes (20/34)

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Leadership, Tech, and Transformation: Rescuing Nonprofit Projects Gone Off Track

On this episode of Return On Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Scott Billows, CEO of BelMar Consulting, for a candid look at why so many technology projects in nonprofits and public organizations go sideways — and what it actually takes to get them back on track. Scott pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest culprits of failed Salesforce implementations: a gap between leadership’s vision and what technical teams execute. His remedy? Align leaders early, set expectations clearl...

3 weeks ago

17 minutes

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Why Listening is the Secret Sauce for Meaningful Client Connections

Ready for a fresh take on compliance training? In this episode of the Return on Insights podcast, David Lindover sits down with Avi Singer, CEO of Showd Me, to dive deep into why listening is the secret sauce for meaningful client connections. From Avi’s unique journey bridging tech and healthcare, to Showd Me’s smart use of managed services and AI, this conversation is packed with real-world tips on how companies can truly personalize experiences at scale — without losing that authentic huma...

3 weeks ago

10 minutes

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Breaking the Cycle: How AI and Ethics Are Revolutionizing Lending with Laavanya Pari

Join us on this episode of the Return on Insights Podcast where David Lindover chats with Laavanya Pari, CFO of Beforepay and Carrington Labs, about shaking up the lending world with heart and smarts. Laavanya shares her journey from diverse industries to leading ethical fintech companies that use AI to lend fairer, faster, and smarter. Discover how her team’s groundbreaking tech looks beyond traditional credit scores, making loans accessible to more people while protecting them from debt tra...

1 month ago

27 minutes

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Building Trust in a Digital Age: Blockchain’s Bold Promise with Stephanie So

On this episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Stephanie So, the visionary founder of Geeq, to unpack how blockchain technology can rebuild trust in an increasingly uncertain digital world. Stephanie’s journey from economics and public health to leading blockchain innovation is a story of challenging the status quo—questioning outdated economic ideas and reinventing how incentives drive behavior. Stephanie reveals Geeq’s groundbreaking "proof of honesty" proto...

1 month ago

20 minutes

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From Steel Mills to Smart Engineering: The Power of Honest Leadership and AI Innovation

In this episode of the Return on Insights podcast, host David Lindover sits down with Uwe Kurfürst, an engineering leader whose career path has taken him from the grit of steel mill maintenance to leading massive EPC projects across Texas. His journey is a masterclass in what it means to lead with humility, transparency, and a deep respect for collaboration. Uwe opens up about how clear communication and true customer partnership have been the driving forces behind his success, and how these ...

1 month ago

23 minutes

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From Startup Grit to AI Innovation — The Story Behind Botco.ai

What does it really take to build five successful companies, pioneer an entirely new tech category, and stay ahead in one of the most regulated industries on the planet? In this week’s episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Anu Shukla—the unstoppable entrepreneur behind Botco.ai, a conversational AI platform transforming healthcare and senior living through secure, HIPAA-compliant chat. Anu’s story is a masterclass in vision and perseverance. From launching one of t...

1 month ago

21 minutes

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What does it really take to build a workplace culture where people can be their authentic selves—and still crush their goals?

In this inspiring episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Jeffrey Moss, sales leader at AppDirect, to unpack the secret sauce behind a culture that drives both personal growth and business success. Jeffrey shares how AppDirect’s “Be Yourself” philosophy—grounded in authenticity, humility, and positivity—shapes the way teams lead, sell, and support one another. With stories from his days as a professional poker player, he reveals how reading the table, taking calculat...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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Blending Creativity and AI with JP Holecka, CEO of Power Shifter Digital

On this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover sits down with JP Holecka, a filmmaker turned digital innovation leader, to explore how creativity and AI can coexist—and even thrive together. JP shares how lessons learned on chaotic film sets shaped the structured, empathetic approach behind his agency, Power Shifter Digital. He dives into his experience integrating AI tools like Chat GPT and Mid Journey into creative workflows, including a groundbreaking project where 80% of a brand vi...

1 month ago

21 minutes

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From Corporate Life to Building Connections with Automation—and Heart

On this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover sits down with Philip Portman, founder and CEO of Textdrip, a business texting platform that blends smart automation with a truly human touch. Philip’s career journey is anything but conventional: leaving the corporate world, running a food delivery franchise, and managing a massive horse farm, he’s built businesses that thrive on real, personal connections. In this conversation, David and Philip explore how intent-based automation can ele...

1 month ago

25 minutes

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From Tool to Capability: Dr. John Sviokla on Building Real AI Advantage

In this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover talks with Dr. John Sviokla, founder of GAI Insights and Harvard Business School Executive Fellow, about how generative AI is evolving from a technology to a transformative business capability. Dr. Sviokla draws parallels between AI and the electric motor—both redefining how work gets done. He shares his WINS Framework (Words, Images, Numbers, Sounds) to identify industries most disrupted by AI, and explains why leaders must go beyond hype...

1 month ago

22 minutes

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Skating Where the Puck Is Going: Reinventing Pharmacy for the Future

In this inspiring episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover talks with Breck Rice, whose journey from oil industry merchandising to healthcare advocacy shows what happens when purpose meets innovation. Breck shares how the pandemic pushed ServeRx to transform corporate spaces into care hubs and build stronger community partnerships—redefining the role of pharmacists as frontline healthcare providers. From continuous glucose monitoring to vaccinations, Breck explains how pharmacists a...

1 month ago

18 minutes

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Revolutionizing Car Rentals and Insurance with AI You Can Trust

In this episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover talks with Eliron Ekstein, founder and CEO of Raven AI, about how artificial intelligence is bringing trust, transparency, and speed to the car rental and insurance industries. From his time at Shell and BCG to building Raven AI—a company that’s raised $35M to create virtual experts that resolve damage disputes in seconds—Eliron shares what it takes to introduce cutting-edge tech into risk-averse industries. You’ll hear how Raven AI i...

1 month ago

14 minutes

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From Fear to Influence: How Tech Experts Can Own Their Voice

In this powerful episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Evgeniy Kharam, Chief Strategy Officer at Discern Security, to explore a challenge many in tech quietly face—the fear of public speaking and the struggle to connect beyond technical expertise. Evgeniy shares his personal journey from hiding behind the screen to confidently leading with his voice. He unpacks why so many tech pros avoid unpredictable human interactions, and how mastering soft skills can unlock ca...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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Empathy Meets Efficiency: How Rev.com’s Yolanda Garrett Is Redefining Collections Leadership

In this episode of Return on Insights, Yolanda Garrett, Credit & Collections Manager at Rev.com and Director at NACM Commercial Services Foundation, shares how empathy, data, and innovation are transforming the collections function into a true business growth driver. From recovering legacy debt to strengthening client trust, even during the pandemic, Yolanda reveals how proactive communication and human connection became her team’s competitive edge. She dives into how AI-driven automation...

1 month ago

21 minutes

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Debt Is Rising. Savings Are Shrinking. What’s Really Happening with Your Money, with Angela Chan

Angela Chan, EVP & CFO of Smart Financial Credit Union, unpacks the real story behind today’s consumer debt crisis—and what it means for your financial future, in this episode of Return on Insights. From families living paycheck to paycheck to members finding creative ways to build safety nets, Angela offers a candid look at how people are adapting in a shifting economy. She shares insights on: Why debt is climbing while savings disappearHow banks and credit unions are reinventing f...

1 month ago

14 minutes

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Modernization is about more than technology—it’s about changing behaviours and rethinking processes

In this episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Ora Goldman, Founder & CEO of McCorma, and Brendan Coffey, Director of Revenue, to explore what it really takes to modernize finance operations. From accounts payable to payment workflows, they reveal how embedded financial automation within Microsoft Dynamics ERP systems is reshaping how companies work. Brendan shares why true modernization is about more than technology—it’s about changing behaviors and rethinking ...

1 month ago

23 minutes

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Reimagining Social Impact: How Quantibly is Changing the Data Game

In this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover sits down with Cyrus Z. Kazi, founder of Quantibly, a platform reshaping how social impact data is measured and shared. Kazi unpacks the flaws in today’s impact measurement—like using business CRMs for nonprofit outcomes—and how Quantibly fills the gap with contextual, relational data that turns insights into action. They explore how Quantibly democratizes data for organizations of all sizes, bridging financial and technical barriers while...

1 month ago

27 minutes

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How AI and Human Trust Are Shaping the Future of Telecom: A Conversation You Can’t Miss

In a world where AI is rapidly changing how businesses communicate, how do you keep trust and real human connection alive? Join David Lindover on Return on Insights as he chats with Michael Jennings, co-founder of Vox Telesis, about their journey through the telecom industry’s toughest challenges—from tackling cybersecurity threats to transforming customer support with AI. This episode dives deep into big questions we all face: Can technology truly replace human touch? How will AI solve tomo...

1 month ago

25 minutes

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Revolutionizing Software Development with AI & Agile Sprints with Nijansh Verma

In this eye-opening episode of Return on Insights, host David Lindover sits down with Nijansh Verma, co-founder of Heizen and a second-time entrepreneur, to unpack how AI agents are transforming the way software gets built — for good. Forget billable hours and tedious traditional billing models. Nijansh shares how Heizen flips the script with a sprint-based approach where ONE week-long sprint is the core unit of delivery. It’s all about outcomes, not clock-watching. What’s really exciting? He...

2 months ago

17 minutes

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Data Privacy: More Than Compliance, It’s a Human Right with Dr. Damodar Sahu

In this episode of Return on Insights, David Lindover talks with Dr. Damodar Sahu, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of @Data Safeguard, about rethinking data privacy—not just as compliance, but as a fundamental human right. Dr. Sahu shares real stories of people affected by data breaches, from stolen identities to scams targeting the elderly, highlighting the human cost behind the statistics. They discuss how AI can both protect and expose data, and why ethical, privacy-first design is ess...

2 months ago

15 minutes