Ben Chodor is CEO of CallRevu, an automotive technology company delivering AI-driven call analytics and communication solutions to thousands of dealerships across North America. Under his leadership, the company processes nearly 300 million calls annually, turning conversations into actionable insights. A seasoned entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, Ben has built and scaled multiple SaaS businesses across media, healthcare, and communications, with a strong focus on innovation, data, and the customer experience.

Every SaaS company is racing to adopt AI, automate workflows, and scale faster than ever. But as technology accelerates, one question keeps surfacing: What actually drives growth when everything becomes automated?

For Ben Chodor, a seasoned SaaS operator and longtime builder of data-driven businesses, the answer is clear: Technology alone isn't enough. He believes that while AI can enhance speed and insight, the real differentiator lies in combining data with human connection and service. Drawing from his experience processing hundreds of millions of customer interactions, Ben emphasizes that insights only matter if they lead to better conversations, decisions, and relationships. Ultimately, companies that balance automation with a human touch are the ones that sustain growth.

In this episode of the Revenue Engine Podcast, Alex Gluz is joined by Ben Chodor, CEO of CallRevu, to discuss the evolving role of AI, data, and human connection in SaaS growth. Ben explains how AI is reshaping service and support, why data-driven marketing must go beyond vanity metrics, and how alignment across teams drives revenue. He also talks about adapting leadership as companies scale.