Andria Santos is the CEO and Co-founder of Fülhaus, an AI-powered interior design and furnishing company providing enterprise solutions for the real estate and hospitality industries. Before Fülhaus, she had a career in law and real estate. Andria's passion for design and technology led her to start Fülhaus with a focus on vintage designer furniture before pivoting to the tech-driven enterprise it is today. As CEO, she enhances property performance through smart design and cutting-edge technology.

Have you ever wondered how technology and design can come together to change the way we experience furnished properties? Can an e-commerce startup evolve into a powerhouse of innovation in the real estate industry? How did a company that started with vintage furniture navigate the shift to becoming an AI-driven enterprise?

Successful entrepreneur Andria Santos delves into her captivating journey. Beginning with an e-commerce vintage furniture site, she and her team rapidly scaled up to meet the exploding demand for furnished properties, developing an AI-powered SaaS tool that revolutionizes interior design. Andria's candid sharing of Fülhaus's evolution from delivering designer collectibles to providing enterprise solutions demonstrates the transformative impact of technology in traditional industries.

In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Andria Santos, CEO and Co-founder of Fülhaus, about making bold moves from the garage to AI in the interior design industry. Andria shares the intimate details behind Fülhaus's rise, the challenges, triumphs, and strategic decisions that shaped her company's path, insights into adapting to market demands, using technology to solve complex problems, and drawing inspiration from personal mentors.

Jessica Li is the President of Advertience, a media investment management consulting firm that helps organizations leverage data for insight-driven advertising. With over 22 years of experience in online marketing, she has worked with esteemed brands like Alibaba, Yahoo China, and Under Armour. Jessica is passionate about operational efficiency and data analytics, implementing automation to optimize reporting systems. She holds a background in biomedical engineering, aligning an engineering mindset with marketing strategy to create a unique approach at her agency.

What all goes into running a successful international marketing campaign? How can analytics and operational efficiency transform a company’s digital strategy?

Jessica Li, a seasoned marketing professional, has the answers. She delves into the power of data in driving insights, targeting, and performance across various sectors, including nonprofits and education. She shares her experiences with the Olympics Foundation, helping to generate significant funds through innovative lottery campaigns, and discusses the importance of efficiency in digital analytics and reporting. By sharing her experiences with Yahoo, Alibaba, and other industry leaders, Jessica reveals the pitfalls of overemphasizing the process and the advantages of a culture that embraces change.

In this episode of Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Jessica Li, President of Advertience, about leveraging data and efficiency in digital marketing. Jessica shares Advertience's approach to the digital industry, including a unique emphasis on operational efficiency and automation. She highlights the advantages of her firm's methodologies, how automated reporting systems have cut down their workload, and the importance of focusing on insights over mere data gathering.

Ben Hagon is the CEO and Co-founder of For Good Intent, an award-winning creative communications agency that exclusively serves nonprofit organizations across Canada. With a background in graphic design from a prestigious school in London, he is acclaimed for his work in healthcare, public health, and community service disciplines. Over the years, Ben has earned nearly every major North American creative award, published works, served on boards, and spearheaded his agency's rapid ascent as Canada's leading full-service firm for nonprofits. He is renowned for integrating strategic consulting with creative execution, helping organizations articulate their narratives and craft visually compelling campaigns.

What does it take to transition from a generalist agency to one with a concentrated focus? What could prompt such a strategic shift, and how might this decision impact not only the agency's trajectory, but also the clients it serves? Is it possible to align core values with market success?

Ben Hagon, a successful entrepreneur, faced these very challenges. After realizing his agency's broad scope wasn't resonating with their values and goals, he and his team embarked on a journey to specialize in nonprofit communications. This pivot aligned with their passion and catapulted the agency into becoming Canada's premier full-service agency for nonprofits. Through strategic consulting, deep listening, and a knack for weaving cohesive brand narratives, Ben and his team have successfully produced innovative and impactful campaigns, such as the vibrant initiative for the Women's College Hospital Foundation.

In this episode of Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Ben Hagon, Co-founder and CEO of For Good Intent, about transforming agency services to meet the evolving needs of nonprofits. Ben delves into the story of For Good Intent's strategic evolution, insights on creating compelling narratives, the importance of genuine stakeholder engagement, and the steps taken to focus exclusively on nonprofit clientele.