Podium changes how local businesses — from HVAC shops to dealerships and medspas — capture and convert demand using AI agents. Want the result? More appointments, more revenue, and happier customers without hiring extra staff.
How they got here
After 11 years working alongside small and medium businesses, Podium saw a clear opportunity: a lot of sales are lost outside business hours or because responses are slow. They started in 2020 with targeted fixes like spam filtering and lead enrichment, and gradually evolved into a conversational agent they call 'Jerry'.
'Jerry' talks naturally, follows each business's policies, and completes concrete actions like booking appointments or doing follow-ups. People adopted it fast — some customers even walk into stores asking for 'Jerry', thinking it's a person.
Concrete results and why they matter
Since 'Jerry' launched in March 2024, Podium has deployed tens of thousands of agents and reports 300% year-over-year growth in AI-driven revenue. Their agents are active in 10,000 businesses and they claim influence over billions in revenue.
