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With the right tech and team, even accounting can be cool.

In this episode of Auto Collabs, Laurent Charpentier, CEO of Yooz. shares his fascinating journey from France to Dallas, Texas, bringing a fresh perspective to the typically mundane world of accounting. With a background in computer science and a passion for innovation, Laurent reveals how Yooz is revolutionizing the way auto dealers manage their finances, making processes smoother and more efficient.

Laurent dives into Yooz's unique approach, which combines cutting-edge technology with a vibrant company culture symbolized by their iconic flamingos. He explains how Yooz's solutions help dealerships automate their accounts payable processes, freeing up valuable time for staff to focus on more strategic tasks. With insights into the challenges of moving from engineering to an executive role, Laurent highlights the importance of people in building a successful company and how a strong team culture can drive innovation and customer satisfaction.

Timestamped Takeaways
0:00 Intro with Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier and Michael Cirillo
02:08 From France to Texas: Laurent Charpentier shares his journey and why bringing Yooz to the U.S. was a crucial step.
07:25 Company Culture: Laurent talks about the importance of a strong team culture and how Yooz maintains it across continents.
14:22 AP Automation Benefits: Discussion on why automating accounts payable is vital for dealerships and how Yooz makes it seamless.
19:44 Dealer Mindset: Insights into the mindset of dealerships adopting Yooz's platform and the strategic benefits they gain.
23:45 Modernizing Payments: The team discusses the surprising persistence of paper checks in the U.S. and how Yooz is helping dealerships move beyond outdated payment methods.

Laurent Charpentier is the CEO at Yooz

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