Future Driven Podcast

Adam Lejeunekopp
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Future Driven Podcast is brought to you by Adam Lejeunekopp, CEO of Madak, a strategic marketing agency that focuses on brand development and storytelling. Every episode, Adam talks with entrepreneurs and industry professionals about the challenges and successes that drive their vision.

  1. 08/05/2025

    Future Driven Ep. 58: How AI Is Changing Business with Evan Schwartz

    In this episode, I talk with Evan Schwartz, Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS Group.Evan’s been building tech for 35+ years. He started in the dial-up days and now leads innovation across global industries like waste, recycling, and logistics. This conversation is full of real insights for business owners, operators, and tech leaders.Here’s what they cover:Why “AI + people” is the winning strategy (not full automation)How to use AI for real results in operations, logistics, and maintenanceWhy user interfaces are disappearing—and what’s coming nextCommon mistakes businesses make when buying softwareWhat students (and workers) actually need to learn to stay relevantWhat the future of work could really look like (hint: agents doing the boring stuff)Evan also shares why most companies miss the mark with AI—and what to do instead.🎙️ Hosted by Adam Lejeunekopp | Powered by Madak

    49 min

  2. 05/20/2025

    Future Driven Ep. 57: The Future of Niche Content? Inside ION’s Bold Media Strategy

    🎙 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.

    32 min

  3. 02/27/2025

    Future Driven Ep. 56: Revolutionizing the Home Automation Industry with Emanuel Bertolini

    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.

    39 min

  4. 01/15/2025

    Future Driven Ep. 55: Scaling Success in Home Services with Dylan Milroy

    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.

    27 min

  5. 12/14/2024

    Future Driven Ep. 54: The Future of Chatbots with Dan Melnick

    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!

    23 min

  6. 11/27/2024

    Future Driven Ep. 53: The Future of Digital Infrastructure - Reza Rassool

    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.

    40 min

  7. 11/11/2024

    Future Driven Ep. 52: Building a Video Marketing Business

    In this episode of Future Driven, we’re thrilled to welcome Coach Danny D, a LinkedIn video expert with an inspiring journey from retail sales to building his own video marketing agency. We dive deep into his unique approach to content creation, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and how he's streamlined video for busy professionals on LinkedIn. Tune in as we talk about creating high-impact video content, leveraging AI tools, and much more!

    41 min

  8. 06/28/2023

    Future Driven - Episode 51: Amy Spurling

    Welcome to episode 51 of Future Driven, this week Adam spoke with Amy Spurling, Founder and CEO of Compt, an all-in-one employee reimbursement platform. Amy has a background as a COO and CFO with 20+ years of leadership experience at venture-backed companies. She has successfully guided companies from the startup phase to high growth and eventual exit. Her expertise spans strategic planning, international expansion, team development, finance, accounting, human resources, corporate governance, and risk management. In this episode, Amy tells us how her frustration with HR Technology platforms resulted in her creating a company of her own. She discusses the importance of giving employees benefits and the ways to increase benefit utilization. Learn more about her company Compt and how they provide a fully optimized employee reimbursement platform for companies of all sizes. Future Driven is hosted by Adam Lejeunekopp, CEO of the strategic marketing agency, Madak. In each episode, Adam talks to different entrepreneurs and industry leaders, discussing their careers, leadership styles, and goals for the future.

    33 min
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Future Driven Podcast is brought to you by Adam Lejeunekopp, CEO of Madak, a strategic marketing agency that focuses on brand development and storytelling. Every episode, Adam talks with entrepreneurs and industry professionals about the challenges and successes that drive their vision.

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  • Creator
    Adam Lejeunekopp
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Adam Lejeunekopp
  • Show Website
    Future Driven Podcast