Welcome to The Remote Revolution: Crafting Cultures of Flexibility, Freedom, and Productivity, a podcast brought to you by Influence Mobile. I am your host, Daniel Todd. Join us every month as we delve into the secrets of building a thriving remote culture, debunking myths, and providing practical insights that can transform your team's productivity.

Our guest today is Karla Santi, CEO and Founding Partner at Blend Interactive. Join us as we delve into the importance of company culture, building strong relationships among employees, and implementing a shortened work week. We also discuss the structure of meetings, the concept of "deep work," and the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity. Tune in for valuable insights on creating a positive work environment and investing in your team.

Karla wears multiple hats of a CEO, Founder, Keynote Speaker, and Mentor, and here is how she describes her journey: “I’ve had a blast leading and growing teams in web design and development. I’m known in the tech circles as an entrepreneur with a heart for startups, mentoring, and cheering on women stepping into leadership. It’s been an amazing journey filled with innovation, fun, and a whole lot of learning.”

As the CEO of Blend Interactive, Karla is responsible for the leadership, strategic direction, and initiatives while aligning with the company's mission, vision, and values. Recognized as an accomplished female in tech, Karla often speaks publicly to encourage young women to pursue careers in STEM or on behalf of the technology solutions Blend implements. She's the 2022 SBA's Small Business Person of the Year for South Dakota and is an active mentor within the startup and small business community.