Press 2 for Representative dives into the real world of customer service — the wins, the fails, and everything in between. Hosted by Parker Andrus (VP of Global Operations at TELE-NET) and Ian Blotter (General Manager, TELE-NET Las Vegas), the show shares stories from the front lines of CX and outsourcing. If you work in customer service or just love a good behind-the-scenes story about the brands you use every day, this podcast is for you.
Press 2 For Representative
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Press 2 for Representative dives into the real world of customer service — the wins, the fails, and everything in between. Hosted by Parker Andrus (VP of Global Operations at TELE-NET) and Ian Blotter (General Manager, TELE-NET Las Vegas), the show shares stories from the front lines of CX and outsourcing. If you work in customer service or just love a good behind-the-scenes story about the brands you use every day, this podcast is for you.
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January 26, 2026
Are Call Centers Doomed? with Special Guest Chris Kesler | Press 2 For Representative Ep. 8
<p>Is AI going to replace call center agents?</p><p>In this episode of Press 2 for Representative, we sit down with Chris Kesler from Summitly.com to separate AI hype from reality in the customer service world.</p><p>Chris shares how AI is transforming call centers—not by replacing humans, but by handling the monotonous tasks that waste valuable agent time. From checking order status to basic inquiries, AI is taking care of the repetitive stuff so agents can focus on complex, meaningful customer interactions.</p><p><br></p><p>What We Cover:</p><p>-Why AI hasn't replaced human agents (and probably never will)</p><p>-How AI can handle 20-40% of incoming call center traffic</p><p>-Real-time quality assurance that scores 100% of calls instead of just 2%</p><p>-Agent assist tools that pull up information before agents even ask</p><p>-AI coaching simulations that train agents in realistic scenarios</p><p>Chris also shares a personal customer service fail involving AT&T that'll make you rethink customer loyalty programs.</p><p><br></p><p>About Press 2 for Representative:Your go-to podcast for all things customer service, BPO, and the future of call centers. Hosted by Parker Andrus and Ian Blotter from TELE-NET, a Japanese-owned BPO company focused on high-quality customer service.</p><p>🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on customer experience, technology, and industry insights.</p><p>💬 Got questions or topics you'd like us to cover? Drop them in the comments!</p><p><br></p><p>Guest:Chris Kesler - CEO at Summitly.com with 20 years of experience in the call center and customer experience space.</p>
December 18, 2025
Outsourcing Culture in Cebu | Press 2 For Representative Ep. 7
<p>In this episode of Press 2 for Representative, Parker and Ian are finally in the same room! While visiting Cebu, they sit down to chat about outsourcing culture in the Philippines—and even get a few thoughts from Leanne, a Client Service Delivery Manager based in Cebu.They reflect on what makes the Philippines such a unique and vibrant place for BPO work. From 1 AM lunches to bustling midnight streets, they talk about how deeply call center life is woven into local culture—and how much they appreciate the incredible team powering TELE-NET's global support.Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes stories and real conversations from the world of customer support.</p>
December 2, 2025
Support vs Experience: What's the Real Difference? | Press 2 For Representative Ep. 6
<p>What’s the difference between customer service and customer experience?In this episode of Press 2 for Representative, Parker and Ian break down how those two often-overlapping terms play out in real life. From restaurant mix-ups in Japan to hard-to-navigate airline websites, they share examples that show how great service doesn't always mean a great experience—and vice versa.They also discuss:-Why some companies blur the line between CX and customer service-How polished websites don’t always mean support is solid-The customer service weight carried by frontline agents-Win and Fail of the weekWhether you’re leading a team or just tired of typing “representative” into a chatbot, this one’s for you.🎧 Listen and let us know: what’s a great (or frustrating) CX moment you’ve had?</p>
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