CEO & Co-Founder of PissedConsumer; Customer Service & Brand Reputation Consultant
Michael Podolsky Biography
Michael Podolsky is the CEO and co-founder of the PissedConsumer.com review platform and WiserBrand.com IT-consulting agency. An award-winning entrepreneur, Podolsky is a Forbes Business Council influencer, Inc. 5000 honoree, and expert in customer service, brand reputation, and digital marketing. With degrees in computer science and finance, Podolsky transitioned from over 20 years on Wall Street to entrepreneurship. He advocates for consumers’ right to free speech and inspires business owners to improve their online reputation, customer service, and brand awareness.
Podolsky’s speaking journey began in 2016 at UnGagged, a tech conference known for bold perspectives and thought-provoking topics. There, he tackled “Freedom of Consumer Speech: Brand, Marketing, and Legal Perspectives.”
As a Member Leader of the Customer Service & Satisfaction group within the Forbes Business Council, Podolsky hosts regular events and masterclasses, inspiring business leaders with insights on CX trends, customer service innovations, and actionable strategies to boost satisfaction through improved internal processes.
Podolsky has delivered keynotes at renowned industry events, including the B2B Marketing Expo, where he explored the value of negative feedback, and Onet Impact Day, where he shared actionable strategies for impactful customer service.
He has also provided expert insights during webinars for prominent organizations such as the Greater New York Chamber of Commerce, and brought his expertise to the SOCAP community, emphasizing innovative approaches to customer service.
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Michael Podolsky Speaking Topics
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Consumer Trends and Business Insights for Strategic Decisions
This session will show how businesses can use consumer insights and feedback data to create actionable strategies and enhance customer experiences. With expertise in customer service and online reviews, Michael Podulsky will share methods for spotting common complaint patterns, identifying weaknesses in products and services, and finding ways to improve.
Attendees will:
gain practical tips for analyzing consumer insights
learn to recognize red flags for financial stability
find strategies to create personalized, seamless online journeys that match customer expectations.
By the end of the session, the audience will leave with a clear checklist of actions to meet consumer needs and support long-term growth.
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Why Negative Feedback Is a Gift and How to Benefit from It
Even the most dedicated businesses focused on customer satisfaction occasionally face pushback from customers. This session showcases the hidden potential of negative feedback and how it can fuel business strategies. Michael Podulsky shares insights on why customer feedback is your most valuable asset and how to calculate the true cost of negative reviews.
Attendees will:
learn how to analyze and use data from consumer insights to refine strategies
discover how to improve brand messaging and meet customers' expectations
gain practical insights to build stronger customer relationships and drive impactful results.
Michael Podolsky Videos
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Michael Podolsky is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Consumer Trends and Business Insights for Strategic Decisions, Why Negative Feedback Is a Gift and How to Benefit from It, Customer Service Hacks for Building Brand Reputation, How to Avoid Customer Service Mistakes, Winning Customers Back: Strategic Insights for Improving Brand Reputation and Consumer Advocacy in the Age of AI: Ensuring Transparent and Responsible Technology Adoption. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Podolsky for your event is available upon request. Michael Podolsky generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Young, Nicole Yeary, Alp Mimaroglu, Paul Orfalea and Terry Jones. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Podolsky for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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