How to Build a People-First Contact Center That Actually Reduces Turnover: Sam Falletta
How do you build a contact center where people want to stay?
In this episode of First Contact: Stories of the Call Center, we sit down with Sam Falletta, CEO of Incept, who shares how he built a people-first company culture that reduces turnover and drives performance.
From rewriting rigid attendance policies to embedding mental health support into operations, Sam takes us deep into the realities of leading with empathy while delivering results. We also unpack the evolution of leadership, the hidden cost of disengagement, and why automation without a human core is a missed opportunity.
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From Cost Center to Profit Driver: The CX Transformation Blueprint: Camila Ferreira
Customer Experience (CX) isn't just about service—it's a revenue engine. In this episode, Christian Montes sits down with Camila Ferreira, Founder & CEO of Rise UP, to explore how businesses can transform CX from a cost center into a powerful growth driver. With over 20 years of global experience, Camila shares her journey from finance to CX leadership, the importance of data-driven strategies, and how companies can align their customer experience initiatives with revenue goals.
Listen in to discover how to elevate CX, secure a seat at the boardroom table, and build a strategy that drives loyalty, profitability, and sustainable growth.
🎧 Tune in now and start revolutionizing your CX approach!
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AI-Driven Compliance & Sales: How Contact Centers Can Stay Ahead: Nima Hakimi
AI is transforming sales and compliance in contact centers—are you keeping up? In this episode of First Contact: Stories of the Call Center, Nima Hakimi, CEO & Co-Founder of Convoso, breaks down how AI-driven compliance, real-time agent coaching, and smarter tech adoption are reshaping the industry. Discover why most contact centers fail at implementing new technology, how to leverage AI without wasting time and money, and why the future isn’t about replacing agents—but making them AI-powered super agents. Stay ahead of compliance challenges, optimize your sales strategy, and future-proof your contact center. Watch now and level up your CX game!
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Debunking Business Myths: The Leadership Blueprint for Contact Centers: Steve Bederman
What if the biggest lessons you’ve learned about business and leadership were based on myths? In this episode of First Contact: Stories of the Call Center, Christian Montes hosts Steve Bederman, President of NobelBiz, as they dive into the truths behind common leadership misconceptions.
Steve unpacks the “family culture” myth in businesses, breaks down the complexities of loyalty in the workplace, and shares his experience navigating financial crises with transparency and resilience.
Discover how to build real team chemistry, leverage AI without losing the human touch, and avoid the CEO “God Complex.” This conversation is a must-watch for contact center leaders and CX professionals aiming to create sustainable growth in an evolving industry.
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What's Next for Contact Centers? Leadership, CX, and AI Insights: Colleen Beers
In this episode of First Contact: Stories of the Call Center, we sit down with Colleen Beers, a dynamic leader with over 20 years of experience in transforming the contact center and CX industry.
From her journey from a call center agent to a top executive, Colleen shares invaluable insights on leadership, employee empowerment, and the future of customer experience. We explore how AI is revolutionizing the industry, the importance of cross-functional teams, and the role of culture in driving success.
Whether you're a CX professional or a business leader, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. Listen now to discover how to lead purposefully, embrace innovation, and create impactful customer journeys.
Because no one pictures themselves working at a call center, First Contact: Stories of the Call Center is a monthly podcast about how tech leaders and entrepreneurs found their way into the contact center industry.
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