AI InterConnect Podcast

About AI InterConnect Podcast

Invite Leaders in Businesses from Proptech to B2B and Technology to AI AI Interconnect Podcast is where the next generation of business builders, Proptech pioneers, and AI-native entrepreneurs come to share raw insights, real struggles, and breakthrough ideas. Hosted by Laurent, a Proptech operator turned AI agency founder, this show isn’t another hype machine — it’s a deep-dive into what’s actually working in the trenches of real estate tech, logistics, automation, and AI adoption.

Publisher

Laurent Cochet

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

1 Apr 2025

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

273 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   AI Employees for Small Business: Cut Costs, Automate Work & Scale

   In this episode, Brandon Blackman, CEO of BeBuilt.ai, shares insights on how small businesses can leverage AI as a workforce, the importance of owner control over AI infrastructure, and the future of AI-driven operational efficiency. key topics AI as a workforce for small businesses Owner control of AI infrastructure Building scalable AI systems The role of AI agents in operations The factory process for AI deployment Challenges in scaling AI solutions Business impact of AI automation Partnerships and go-to-market strategies for AI services takeaways AI can be deployed as a low-cost, high-impact employee for small businesses. Owner control of AI infrastructure ensures security and customization. The factory process enables rapid deployment and scaling of AI agents. Focusing on outcomes like increased revenue and reduced costs drives AI adoption. Partnerships with service agencies can accelerate AI deployment in various industries. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Brandon Blackman and the AI Interconnect podcast 01:07 Brandon's background in product management and tech 02:11 How Brandon transitioned into AI and built BeBuilt 04:24 Using AI to empower Main Street USA businesses 05:52 Defining AI employees and their value for small businesses 07:17 Target customers for AI employees and ROI focus 09:06 Low-cost AI agents and ownership model 10:30 Common areas where owners waste time and money 13:17 Importance of owner control over AI infrastructure 16:39 Scaling challenges and the platform approach 21:19 Building the factory process for AI deployment 27:59 Future plans and success metrics for BeBuilt 33:17 Resources, contact info, and closing remarks keywords AI, small business, automation, AI employees, generative AI, business automation, AI infrastructure, AI scaling, AI in operations, AI employees, AI employees for small business, AI agents, AI agents for business, small business AI, AI automation, business automation, AI implementation, AI for small business, AI workforce, AI employee automation, AI business automation, automate repetitive tasks, AI accounts payable, AI finance automation, AI agent ownership, #AIInterConnect, #BrandonBlackman, #BeBuiltAI, #Podcast, #AIPodcast, #AIEmployees, #AIAgents, #AIAgentsForBusiness, #AIAutomation, #BusinessAutomation, #AIImplementation, #SmallBusinessAI, #AIForBusiness, #AIForSmallBusiness, #AIWorkforce, #FutureOfWork, #ArtificialIntelligence, #GenerativeAI, #AgenticAI, #AIAgentAutomation, #WorkflowAutomation, #BusinessProcessAutomation, #FinanceAutomation, #AccountsPayable, #AIFinance, #ServiceBusiness, #SmallBusiness, #BusinessGrowth, #BusinessEfficiency, #CostReduction, #Productivity, #DigitalTransformation, #AIAdoption, #AutomationStrategy, #CustomAIAgents, #HumanAI, #Entrepreneurship, #Founder, #BusinessTechnology, #FutureOfBusiness, Brandon Blackman, Founder & CEO of BeBuilt.ai, joins AI InterConnect to explain how AI employees can help small and mid-sized service businesses automate repetitive work, reduce costs, improve customer experience, and scale operations. Brandon breaks down what an AI employee actually is, why businesses should focus on measurable outcomes rather than simply "doing AI," and where AI agents are already producing practical value. He shares examples from accounts payable, finance, insurance, construction, HVAC, and other service businesses, including how AI employees can work around the clock at a fraction of traditional labor costs. We also explore AI agent ownership, human oversight, the future of work, and BeBuilt's vision for managing hundreds or thousands of specialized AI employees. Subscribe to AI InterConnect for conversations with founders and CEOs building the future with AI.

2. 

   9 Oct 2026

   How AI Is Making Luggage-Free Travel Possible

   Akmann Van-Mary, Founder and CEO of Reclaim, shares his journey from logistics to revolutionizing travel luggage management. Discover how AI, technology, and strategic partnerships are transforming the travel experience by giving travelers back their time and reducing airport congestion. key topics The evolution of logistics and its impact on travel How Reclaim's service gives travelers more vacation time The technology behind off-airport baggage handling Partnerships with airports and airlines to improve travel The role of AI in orchestrating logistics and traffic management Scaling challenges and success metrics for Reclaim The importance of customer-centric travel solutions Regulatory and permit considerations in airport operations sound bites "Logistics is the backbone of travel innovation." "AI orchestrates traffic and logistics seamlessly." "Success is when travel becomes second nature." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Achmann von Mari and Reclaim 00:57 Achmann's background in logistics and industry experience 02:11 The problem with traditional luggage storage in cities 03:01 Achmann's travel research and industry insights 03:53 The core problem Reclaim aims to solve for travelers 04:49 How Reclaim's service works from booking to delivery 05:51 Technology, security, and AI in luggage handling 06:50 Partnerships with airports and airlines 08:05 Scaling challenges and market expansion strategies 08:55 The role of AI in logistics orchestration 10:09 Customer experience and future travel trends 11:01 Regulatory considerations and airport collaborations 11:52 Vision for the future of off-airport baggage services 13:04 Lessons learned and advice for entrepreneurs 13:58 Closing thoughts and contact information keywords Travel, Logistics, AI, Luggage Management, Customer Experience, Innovation, Reclaim, Airport Solutions, Travel Tech, Startup, luggage-free travel, AI in travel, AI-powered logistics, airport innovation, travel technology, TravelTech, aviation technology, smart luggage, baggage technology, airport logistics, luggage delivery service, future of air travel, passenger experience, airport automation, AI logistics, off-airport baggage, baggage handling, airport congestion, travel automation, frictionless travel, Reclaim, Hello Reclaim, Akmann Van-Mary, #AIInterConnect, #Podcast, #AkmannVanMary, #Reclaim, #HelloReclaim, #TravelTech, #Aviation, #AviationTechnology, #TravelTechnology, #AIinTravel, #AILogistics, #ArtificialIntelligence, #AirportInnovation, #AirportTechnology, #SmartAirports, #FutureOfTravel, #LuggageFreeTravel, #LuggageDelivery, #BaggageHandling, #BaggageTechnology, #AirportLogistics, #AirportAutomation, #TravelAutomation, #PassengerExperience, #FrictionlessTravel, #TravelInnovation, #AirlineTechnology, #AviationInnovation, #SmartTravel, #FutureOfAviation, #AirportExperience, #TravelExperience, #LogisticsTechnology, Akmann Van-Mary, Founder and CEO of Reclaim, joins AI InterConnect to explore how AI, logistics, and airport innovation could change the way travelers handle luggage. After nearly 30 years in logistics and previously building RoadSync, Akmann identified a simple but persistent travel problem: luggage can dictate what travelers do before hotel check-in and after checkout. He explains how Reclaim combines secure luggage pickup, tracking, airport integration, and AI-powered logistics to give travelers that time back. We discuss how AI coordinates Reclaim’s fleet using traffic and weather data, why airports and airlines are critical partners, the complexity of entering new airports, and Akmann’s vision for door-to-door luggage-free travel. Subscribe to AI InterConnect for conversations with founders building the future of AI, technology, and business. The description reflects Akmann's stated vision that passengers should ideally think about their luggage only when packing and unpacking.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Why B2B Startups Fail to Scale Beyond Founder-Led Sales

   In this episode, Ben Sheppard from Inside Startups shares his extensive journey from infrastructure advisor to tech startup founder and investor. He discusses the lessons learned from startup dips, the importance of fractional operators, and how to navigate growth and funding challenges. key topics Ben Sheppard's career transition from infrastructure to tech startups The importance of learning from startup dips and failures Role of fractional operators in startup scaling Strategies for go-to-market and customer acquisition Funding and investment insights from Ben Sheppard The impact of regulatory environments on startups Building and exiting startups quickly Lessons learned from startup failures and pivots Future plans for inside startups and tech innovation takeaways Startup dips teach more than success stories. Fractional operators provide immediate impact and expertise. Early customer validation is crucial for scaling. Building a strong go-to-market engine accelerates growth. Funding success can be fragile; market collapse affects all. Resilience and adaptability are key to startup survival. Clear organizational design supports scaling efforts. Founder control can be relieved through strategic delegation. sound bites "Regulatory environments can make or break a business." "Blockchain and decentralised finance can solve infrastructure financing." "The dips in startups teach more than the ups." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Laurent Cochet and AI Interconnect 00:24 Introducing Ben Sheppard and his background 01:21 Ben’s career journey from infrastructure to startups 02:25 Lessons from building and exiting startups 04:41 The impact of regulatory environments on business 09:08 Ben’s shift to tech and blockchain innovations 14:02 Raising capital and market challenges in blockchain 17:11 Dealing with market collapse and startup dips 21:36 The importance of resilience and learning from failures 22:38 The role of fractional operators in startups 26:20 Future plans for inside startups and growth strategies keywords startup, entrepreneurship, funding, growth, fractional operators, tech, investment, leadership, scaling, business strategy, B2B growth, B2B startup growth, founder-led sales, founder-led growth, startup sales, startup go-to-market strategy, go-to-market strategy, GTM strategy, GTM engine, B2B lead generation, B2B sales pipeline, customer acquisition, startup customer acquisition, scaling a startup, how to scale a startup, predictable sales pipeline, repeatable sales process, product market fit, finding product market fit, startup founder, fractional executive, fractional operator, startup business coach, startup growth strategy, first customers, finding B2B customers, Inside Startups, Ben Sheppard, AI InterConnect, Barcelona startups #AIInterConnect, #BenSheppard, #InsideStartups, #Podcast, #BusinessPodcast, #B2BGrowth, #StartupGrowth, #FounderLedSales, #FounderLedGrowth, #B2BSales, #B2BMarketing, #B2BLeadGeneration, #LeadGeneration, #SalesPipeline, #SalesStrategy, #GTM, #GTMStrategy, #GoToMarket, Ben Sheppard, Founder of Inside Startups, joins AI InterConnect to explain why B2B startups often struggle to scale beyond founder-led sales and their immediate network. Drawing on a career spanning major infrastructure projects, multiple startups, fundraising, an exit, turnaround situations and fractional leadership, Ben shares why building the product is often easier than consistently finding customers. We explore how founders can identify the real barriers to growth, validate their ICP, win customers outside their existing network, build a repeatable go-to-market engine, and know when coaching should give way to hands-on fractional leadership. Ben also explains his “as-is” assessment approach and how founders can work backwards from a clear 90-day outcome to remove themselves as the bottleneck. Subscribe to AI InterConnect for conversations with founders, CEOs and operators building repeatable B2B growth.

Who has been a guest on AI InterConnect Podcast

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• Yousuf Khatib
• Alex Lozytskyi
• Jim Ferry
• Sara Valentina Talat
• Sara Talat

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Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100

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