In this episode, we talk to serial entrepreneur Ryan Matonis about his journey from multiple startup attempts to a successful acquisition. We explore the challenges and opportunities that come with integrating into a larger organization, the future of AI in tech development, and the evolving landscape of software and business automation. Ryan shares valuable insights on the importance of being close to the transaction in business, leveraging existing tools to build innovative solutions, and the potential future where AI handles much of what humans do today.

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://leadforce360.com

(0:00) Introduction and welcome

(0:18) Ryan's journey as a serial founder

(3:30) Starting Lead Engines: The origin story

(4:58) Lead Engines' acquisition by LeadForce

(7:01) Challenges in ad tech and competition

(10:09) The potential of GPT in solving integration problems

(13:28) The role of AI in business automation

(18:32) The potential societal impact of AI automation

(21:58) Sponsor: TechTrends

(24:07) Closing thoughts and thank you

(24:41) Sponsor: Vala AI