What’s the secret to thriving in an industry that’s constantly evolving, often under fire, and endlessly competitive? Preston Stewart, the National Variable Operations Director (and Compliance Director!) for the iconic Napleton Auto Group, joins me to answer that question—and so much more. Preston’s story is one for the books: from growing up in his family’s ... Show More
Jan 29
How Cars.com Is Using AI to Transform the Way People Buy Cars with Matt McDonald
Buying a car should feel exciting… so why does it still feel like pulling teeth?In this episode of The David Spisak Show, I sit down with Matt McDonald, Director of Product at Cars Commerce, for a conversation that hits right at the heart of where automotive, technology, and the ... Show More
46m 24s
Jan 22
When Experience Becomes Perspective: Jack Hollis on What Matters Most
What happens when a professional athlete’s dream ends… and a legendary automotive career begins?In this episode of The David Spisak Show, I sit down with Jack Hollis for a conversation I’ve wanted to have for a long time, one that goes far beyond titles, logos, and resumes. This ... Show More
49m 5s
Nov 2024
MI376: Why Do Great Companies Fail? The Innovator’s Dilemma w/ Shawn O’Malley
In today’s episode, Shawn O’Malley (@shawn_OMalley_) discusses why great companies fail, as outlined by Clayton Christensen in his timeless book, The Innovator’s Dilemma, which was first published in 1997. The Economist actually named it one of the six most important business boo ... Show More
45m 4s
Jun 2025
Beyond 'Good': Creating Client Experiences That Stick in an AI World with Steven Van Belleghem - 319
The business world is changing fast. AI is reshaping how customers search, buy, and connect — but most companies are still stuck in old habits, missing the human magic that actually builds loyalty. At the same time, too many businesses are confusing efficiency with excellence. Th ... Show More
1h 4m
Jul 2024
TIP646: How To Understand A Business Like A Pro w/ Kyle Grieve
On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses a book that is near and dear to Warren Buffett’s heart, Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits by Philip Fisher. He’ll discuss why the book was so influential on Warren’s transition towards quality businesses, why going deep into a business i ... Show More
1h 1m
Feb 2024
Using M&A Best Practices to Get Better Deals
Brent Baxter, Chief Executive Officer at Association for Corporate Growth, and Jeff Giles, VP, Corporate Development at Core & Main (NYSE: CNM) In a highly competitive market, speed is crucial for companies wanting to do M&A. Especially with all the economic and market changes th ... Show More
50m 34s
Feb 2025
David Heacock: Building Filterbuy
Filterbuy Founder and CEO David Heacock reveals how he built a boring 250m business, the formula for scaling, and why obsession wins. David Heacock is the founder and CEO of Filterbuy, a direct-to-consumer manufacturer of custom air filters that has grown from a family garage ope ... Show More
2h 1m
Feb 2025
Ep 206 The Road to 2025: Smart Marketer's Lessons, Growth & What's Next
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Molly Pittman is back with an inside look at Smart Marketer's journey and the strategies shaping 2025!</strong></p> <p>After a challenging yet transformative year, Molly shares what's been happening behind the scenes, why Smart Marketer took a br ... Show More
32m 22s
Sep 2025
Why experts writing AI evals is creating the fastest-growing companies in history | Brendan Foody (CEO of Mercor)
Brendan Foody is the CEO and co-founder of Mercor, the fastest-growing company in history to go from $1M to $500M in revenue (in just 17 months!). At 22, he is also the youngest American unicorn founder ever. Mercor works with 6 of the Magnificent 7 and all top 5 AI labs to help ... Show More
1h 6m