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Business Growth SpotlightEp. 172 The Hidden Data Problem Costing Businesses Millions and How AI Fixes It with QoreAIShow Notes:In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, Heidi Schalk sits down with Todd Smith, founder of QoreAI, to explore how artificial intelligence and clean data are transforming decision making in the automotive industry.Todd brings more than 30 years of experience across dealership operations, automotive technology, and entrepreneurship. After exiting his previous company, he began studying dealership workflows and discovered a major inefficiency. Employees were spending roughly thirteen percent of their day simply navigating between systems. Research from the Harvard Business Review suggests this constant switching can add up to five weeks per year...
2026-03-0638 min
ConnectedPodcastConnected Podcast Episode 195: Shaping the Future of Retail AutomotiveIn our latest episode recorded on the floor of NADA, Greg talks with Todd Smith, founder of QoreAI and author of "The Intelligent Dealership."
Todd sheds light on his groundbreaking ideas and shares his vision for the auto industry’s future. In this episode, he and Greg cover:
• The inspiration behind "The Intelligent Dealership" and its impact.
• How AI is redefining dealership operations.
• Strategies for embracing technological change in the automotive sector.
This engaging conversation with Todd is a must-listen for automotive professionals aiming to stay competitive. Apply these insights to innovate and future-proof your dealership!
2026-02-2523 min
Qore ConversationsReal AI for Automotive: No Hype, Just OutcomesAI is everywhere in automotive—but separating what actually works from what sounds good has never been harder.In this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, shares a grounded, experience-driven perspective on how dealers should really think about AI today. Instead of “plug-and-play” promises, this conversation focuses on outcomes, fundamentals, and the realities of implementation inside a dealership.Todd explains why AI should be treated more like a new hire than a software tool, why fragmented and decaying data quietly erodes profitability, and why data ownership is quickly becoming one of the most i...
2026-01-0748 minQore ConversationsBuilding a Brain for the Business: AI, Data and the Future of Dealership IntelligenceIn this eye-opening episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in today’s automotive industry: the difference between simple AI “wrappers” and true intelligence systems built to transform dealership operations. With decades of experience in both retail automotive and advanced technology, Todd provides a clear, compelling look at what it really means to build a “brain” for your dealership—and why most stores are only beginning to understand what’s possible.Todd begins by demystifying the surge of AI tools flooding the market, explaining why many products marketed as “A...
2025-12-0841 min
ConnectedPodcastConnected Podcast Episode 183: The Importance of Quality AI"AI will amplify whatever data there is. So if you have a lot of bad data, you will accelerate a bad process."
This week on Connected, Greg sits down with Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, a company focused on the future of the automotive industry.
Todd is educating dealers on AI and the direction that we are headed.
He and Greg discuss:
-The importance of high-quality data to back your AI.
-The specific tasks that AI can help with today and the tasks it can tackle tomorrow.
-AI as the new user experience and the future of Agentic AI.
Todd’s...
2025-10-2942 minQore Conversations20 Most-Asked Dealer & Industry Questions with Todd Smith (Part 2)In this Part 2 episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, continues addressing the automotive industry’s most frequent questions with practical, experience-driven insights. He explains why dealerships face persistent challenges with data hygiene and connectivity, how legacy CRM/DMS structures create duplicate and decayed records, and what a “data swamp” really means at the operational level. Smith also shares a clear distinction between data lakes and warehouses and outlines approaches that give dealers practical, right-sized solutions rather than enterprise-scale complexity.Highlighting QoreAI’s role as a data intelligence layer, Smith shows how clean, unified, and behavior...
2025-10-101h 09Qore Conversations20 Most-Asked Dealer & Industry Questions with Todd Smith (Part 1)In this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO and founder of QoreAI, tackles the 20 most-asked questions dealers and industry professionals bring to him.This is Part 1 of a 2-part series, covering the first 10 questions from the list. Todd draws on decades of innovation in automotive retail and technology to provide unfiltered, practical insights that every dealer, GM, and industry leader needs to hear.From the real cost of “dead data” to the hype (and reality) around voice AI, Todd cuts through the noise and gets right to what matters most for profitability, processes, and the...
2025-09-3050 minQore ConversationsThe AI Layer Is Here: But Most Dealers Will Miss ItIn this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, delivers a critical message for auto dealers: artificial intelligence is already transforming retail — but most dealerships aren’t ready, and many will miss the opportunity entirely.Todd breaks down why dealerships are drowning in data but starving for intelligence. Despite an explosion of AI tools, most dealers still operate with fragmented, outdated systems and poor data hygiene — making it nearly impossible to extract real insight or value. He introduces the concept of the dealer data flywheel: a continuous loop of clean data, identity resolution, automa...
2025-08-0138 min
"You're In Charge" with Glenn PaschWhat Comes First: Data or AI? How to Build a Smarter Business Strategy with Todd SmithIs your business ready for AI—or are you putting the cart before the data? In this episode of You're in Charge, Glenn Pasch interviews Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI and explores the critical relationship between data quality and AI implementation. Todd shares why structured, clean, and relevant data must come first to avoid wasting time, money, and resources on artificial intelligence that amplifies bad decisions. Whether you’re in automotive, marketing, or sales leadership, this episode will help you rethink your digital strategy, improve customer experience, and drive better business performance with the right tech f...
2025-07-151h 00Qore ConversationsStop Scaling Mediocrity: Reclaiming Dealership Power with QoreAIIn this compelling episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO and Founder of QoreAI, delivers a reality check for automotive dealerships struggling with ineffective data practices and underutilized technology. With deep insights drawn from decades in retail and automotive innovation, Todd unpacks how many dealers are unintentionally scaling mediocrity — and how reclaiming control through better data and purpose-built AI can reverse the trend.The conversation begins with a critical look at data hygiene. Todd explains that while many dealers believe their databases are clean, the reality is far from it. From outdated ownership records to invalid email ad...
2025-06-1735 min
What The Prompt?Your CRM Is Lying to You: The Truth About AI in AutomotiveSend us a textIn this episode of What The Prompt?, Michael Rodriguez sits down with Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, to break down the real state of artificial intelligence in automotive retail. From CRMs that fail to deliver, to lead quality myths, to why most AI tools are just “smarter spreadsheets,” this conversation hits where it matters: dealership performance.Todd reveals what a true System of Intelligence looks like, and why data hygiene is the #1 priority for any dealer looking to future-proof their business. Whether you’re a GM...
2025-05-2355 min
Auto Remarketing PodcastWhat blockchain & other complex technologies will do for automotiveFour top experts appeared on a single panel during this spring’s Auto Intel Summit to explain how blockchain and other emerging technologies are going to lift multiple parts of the automotive industry.
Now available in this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, you can hear the view from Christopher Mahanna of Agora Data, Pat Rinaldo of Ally, Brad Smith of Leroy Lynn and Todd Smith of QoreAI.
2025-05-1924 minQore ConversationsTaking Control: Why Dealerships Must Own Their Data NowIn this episode, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, unpacks one of the most urgent topics facing automotive retailers today: data ownership. As AI rapidly reshapes the competitive landscape, Todd outlines why dealers can no longer afford to rely on middleware and third-party systems to access and manage their own data.He breaks down the limitations of current vendor-controlled environments, where critical customer and operational data is fragmented across disparate systems—and where dealers are paying to access insights that should inherently belong to them. The conversation dives into why middleware, including common platforms like CDPs, is quickly be...
2025-04-2342 minQore ConversationsThe Death of Automotive SaaS: How AI is Taking OverArtificial Intelligence is no longer a concept to prepare for — it’s here, and it’s actively transforming every layer of automotive retail. In this episode, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, breaks down how AI is rapidly replacing traditional SaaS systems by automating entire workflows that used to require human oversight.From outdated CRMs to fragmented marketing tools, the legacy tech stack inside dealerships is being rendered obsolete by intelligent agents that can interpret data, make decisions, and execute tasks in real time. Todd explains how most dealers are still in the early stages of AI adoption — stuck at...
2025-04-0937 minQore ConversationsFrom Guesswork to AI: How Dealerships Can Finally Make Data Work For ThemIn this episode of Qore Conversations, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, explains how dealerships can shift from relying on fragmented, outdated data to using AI-driven insights that fuel smarter, more profitable decisions. Many dealerships are surrounded by data from CRMs, DMS platforms, web analytics, and service records—but few are effectively turning that information into meaningful action. This episode breaks down how AI can help dealerships move beyond guesswork, streamline operations, and unlock the full potential of their data to drive better outcomes and maximize profits.Despite having more data than ever before, most dealerships ar...
2025-02-2749 min
Mostly Marketing with Matt WilsonWhat the heck is QoreAI? 🤔In this episode ofMostly Marketing, Matt sits down with Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, to answer the big question: What the heck is QoreAI? 🤔 Todd breaks down what they do, why their positioning statement—"The Intersection of AI and Automotive"—is a littlehead-scratching, and how AI is transforming the automotive industry. If you've ever wondered how AI fits into car sales, marketing, and operations, this episode is for you. Mostly Marketing with Matt Wilson is abi-weekly-ish podcast all about marketing… mostly. You can listen and download on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Sp...
2025-02-1331 minQore ConversationsThe Hidden Gold Mine: Unlocking Your Dealership's Data ValueDiscover how your dealership’s data holds the key to unlocking smarter sales, marketing, and customer retention strategies in this episode of Qore Conversations. Todd Smith, CEO & Founder of QoreAI, who is a leading expert in AI and data optimization, shares how dealerships can make better use of their CRM, DMS, and digital exhaust data to drive real results. He breaks down the costly consequences of disconnected data, from wasted marketing dollars to missed opportunities—like when multiple locations within the same dealer group send redundant messages to the same customer.This conversation goes beyond the buzzwords, divi...
2025-01-301h 21
Auto Remarketing PodcastWhere AI and used-car sales meetWe continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Used Car Week 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz., with a Speed Session featuring Todd Smith, who is CEO of QoreAI.
Smith explained how artificial intelligence now can swiftly match potential car buyers with affordable vehicles using real-time credit information and advanced algorithms.
2025-01-1722 min
Deconstructing DataUncovering Gold within Dealership Data with Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAIIn this episode of Deconstructing Data, Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, shares how dealerships can transform raw data into actionable intelligence. With years of experience in data-driven strategies, Todd explains how to uncover hidden opportunities, drive smarter decisions, and maximize results using AI, data hygiene, and data augmentation.
Dealerships generate massive amounts of data every day, but much of it remains untapped. Todd dives into how to clean, enrich, and leverage data to unlock its full potential.
The Impact of AI on DataAI is revolutionizing how dealerships process and use data. It helps identify...
2025-01-1146 min
FWRD: An EasyCare Podcast90 FWRD- Data Driven Decisions: Unlocking the Power of Ai with Todd Smith CEO of QoreAiHost Corey Smith welcomes Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAi, to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the automotive industry. Todd highlights the essential role of centralized data in enabling dealerships to harness the full potential of AI. He explains how AI can improve customer retention by analyzing interactions and predicting behaviors, optimize inventory management, forecast industry trends, and enhance service efficiency. Todd encourages dealerships to prioritize data centralization and expand their understanding of AI technology. He wraps up by emphasizing the importance of a data-first approach to drive efficiency and profitability with AI-powered solutions.
2025-01-0531 minQore ConversationsDriven By Data: AI's Role in Accelerating Car Dealership PerformanceWhat happens when data and AI combine forces? Like chocolate and vanilla, they're good on their own but magical together. Join us as we promise to unravel the secrets of how data quality and AI can propel dealerships into a future of proactive decision-making and streamlined operations, setting the stage for groundbreaking changes over the next 18 to 24 months.We tackle the intricacies of data curation, exposing potential pitfalls like biases and inaccuracies that can mislead businesses and inflate customer figures. Imagine marketing to customers who no longer exist—that's a reality when data hygiene is neglected. By ma...
2024-12-091h 15Qore ConversationsHow AI is Transforming Data Strategies for Modern Car DealershipsCould the future of automotive dealerships hinge more on data than on the vehicles themselves? Join us for a riveting conversation with Todd Smith, the visionary Founder and CEO of QoreAI, as we explore this bold proposition. Todd brings his wealth of experience to the table, unpacking the transformative power of data and AI in the automotive industry. From outdated CRM systems to sophisticated AI-driven data strategies, Todd provides an enlightening perspective on how dealerships can unlock the full potential of their data.Our discussion navigates the complex landscape of data lakes and Customer Data P...
2024-10-071h 25Qore ConversationsRevolutionizing Automotive Retail With Identity Verification and DataUnlock the secrets to safeguarding your dealership and enhancing your sales strategy with the latest episode of Qore Conversations. Join us as we sit down with Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, and Brian Epro, Alliance Manager at Equifax, to explore the cutting-edge innovations in identity verification and data analytics. With automotive fraud soaring towards an alarming $8 billion, discover how QoreAI's pioneering dealership operating system, bolstered by Equifax's data expertise, is setting new standards in security and personalization.Imagine leveraging the power of advanced data analytics and AI to not only prioritize leads but to genuinely...
2024-09-131h 16
Used Car Dealer PodcastUCDP Ep #64 - Interview with Todd Smith on Identity Verification & Fraud Prevention in the Auto IndustryIn this episode of the Used Car Dealer Podcast, Zach interviews Todd Smith, founder of QoreAI, a startup focused on identity verification and transactional fraud prevention in the automotive space. They discuss the recent CDK DMS hack, the prevalence of transactional fraud, and the future of secure document management in the automotive industry. The conversation also delves into how technology impacts credit affordability and what dealers can do to enhance their security measures.Some of the questions asked on the podcast include:Q) Todd, can you share your background and how you started in the...
2024-08-0956 minQore ConversationsTransforming Dealerships: How a Unified Operating System (OS) Enhances Efficiency and SecurityWhat if you could transform your dealership operations with a single, unified system? Join us as we sit down with Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, and Maarten Sundman, QoreAI’s CTO, to discuss their groundbreaking vision for a Dealership Operating System (OS). This episode uncovers the chaos and inefficiencies dealerships face with over 27 disparate software products and illustrates how a unified OS can streamline workflows, enhance data consistency, and bolster security measures.Imagine reducing redundant information requests and enabling seamless collaboration between sales and used car managers. Todd and Maarten share compelling examples of how in...
2024-07-231h 13Auto Remarketing PodcastQoreAI CEO Todd Smith on Fraud Prevention & MoreWhere is fraud most prevalent in the car-buying process and how can dealerships work to prevent it?
QoreAI CEO Todd Smith addresses these topics and more in this conversation with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby.
The company, which provides dealers with software to aid in identity verification, streamlined document management, and seamless credit processing, has been beta-testing with Luther Auto Group for two years.
Smith shares some of the takeaways from that work and where the company is on its product roadmap.
2024-06-2027 minQore ConversationsHow AI Can Protect Car Dealerships From Identity FraudLearn about the importance of safeguarding your automotive dealership against thepervasive threat of identity fraud! Join Todd Smith, Founder and CEO of QoreAI, aleading force in the realm of AI-powered fraud prevention, on the brand newpodcast, Qore Conversations. Todd takes us on a journey through the fragmentedtechnology landscape of car dealerships, revealing how a seamless operatingsystem can revolutionize dealership operations. Learn why traditional ID scanners fallshort in the face of sophisticated fraud tactics and understand the importance of amulti-layered security approach, especially in the wake...
2024-06-1953 min