Press & Media
News coverage, podcast appearances, and speaking engagements featuring Better Intelligence’s mission to bring AI employees to businesses everywhere.
Better Intelligence helps businesses scale with AI employees
In-depth feature covering the journey from Bellhop CTO to founding Better Intelligence. Details the company’s mission to build custom AI employees for SMBs, with growth targets of 500 client organizations.
News & Articles
AI and Automation: Scott Downes of Better Intelligence On How To Effectively Harness AI Technology In People Operations
Full interview exploring Downes’ philosophy on AI implementation, including the “Iron Man suit” approach—empowering humans rather than replacing them.
Want a digital teammate for your business? Meet Better Intelligence
Q&A-format business feature explaining AI employees, the onboarding process, and data security. Includes a case study of an HVAC business capturing after-hours leads.
Get To Know The CEO Who Wants SMBs To Stay Small…By Hiring AI Teammates
Comprehensive CEO profile featuring Scott Downes’ background, Better Intelligence’s “Team David, not team Goliath” philosophy. Reports $4M ARR within six months of launch.
CH-AI Brews Hot Take: AI Seeds Startup Growth
Detailed article describing Downes as a “Johnny Appleseed” of AI. Covers his transition from Bellhop to Invisible Technologies to founding Better Intelligence.
Podcast Appearances
AI And The Workforce Near You: Scott Downes of Better Intelligence
Radio interview on Chattanooga’s NPR affiliate exploring how AI is disrupting the workforce for small businesses.
Hosted by Ray Bassett
The Winding Path from Programming Prodigy to CEO
Long-form interview exploring Downes’ unconventional career path from childhood coding at age 7 to leading Better Intelligence.
Hosted by Adam Haney
CH-AI Brews — Season 2, Episode 4: Scott Downes
Student-led podcast discussion on AI and machine learning problem-solving in the workplace.
Hosted by Daniel DugginHave a story to share?
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