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How to accelerate customer success with people-powered AI: Reprise
How do you fuse human empathy and cutting-edge AI to drive both retention and growth at scale? Megan Bauer, VP of Customer Success at Reprise, breaks down the demo-first approach, predictive insights, and hybrid engagement playbook that powers their results.
Key takeaways:
Instant AI-injected demos – launch fully interactive, code-level environments in seconds to showcase “wow” moments.
Proactive churn prevention – leverage predictive models that flag at-risk accounts months ahead.
Hybrid engagement playbook – balance in-person relationship building with automated insights for seamless end-to-end CX.
Accelerated onboarding wins – use AI to speed implementation, boost adoption, and drive higher renewal rates.
Previous episodes
Revolutionising Property Management: How Daisy is Redefining CX with AI
How do you modernize customer experience in property management? Nir Hemed, Co-founder & CTO of Daisy, shares how technology, AI, and a customer-first approach are transforming the industry.
Key takeaways:
Centralised resident experience teams for scalable, high-quality service.
AI-powered automation to enhance efficiency while maintaining human touch.
Integrated technology with "Daisy Desk" inside Zendesk for seamless support.
Scaling CX Teams: Lessons from Spektrix & Zendesk
How do you scale a CX team without losing the personal touch? In this episode, Charlie Whitworth of Spektrix, a cloud-based entertainment platform, shares strategies for building high-performing CX teams.
Key takeaways:
Smaller, specialised teams for deeper connections
Client success over support, focusing on long-term growth
Remote work done right, with team gatherings and morale-boosting strategies
AI + Human Touch: XTRAFIT’s Approach to Smarter CX
How do you balance AI automation with real human connection? In this episode, Simon Wals of XTRAFIT, a leading German gym operator shares how AI empowers agents to personalise responses—without losing the human touch.
Key takeaways:
AI + human balance for smarter customer interactions
Vision over mission—transparency and quality first
Using AI as an enhancer, with complex issues handled by agents
Keeping Customers Happy in Hypergrowth – Rentoza’s CX Playbook
Scaling fast? Khosi Ncube, Chief Experience Officer at Rentoza, an online electronic retailer, shares how smart CX strategies and tech keep customers satisfied during hypergrowth.
Key takeaways:
CX from day one – Building a strong foundation with Zendesk
Adapting to rapid growth – Utilising social channels
AI & data-driven CX – Automating tasks while personalising support
Scaling Customer Support with AI – HyperJar’s Success Story
With chat volumes doubling, HyperJar keeps customer satisfaction high. Jake Samson, System Manager at HyperJar, a debit card & money app, shares how they blend AI and human support to scale efficiently.
Key takeaways:
AI-powered efficiency – Introducing "Hybot" - HyperJar’s self-made AI Bot
Back to basics – Practical solutions over complexity
Customer-driven innovation – Testing and refining based on real feedback