Transforming follow-up chaos into conversion clarity with AI voice agents that actually work.
In this episode of the Transform Sales Podcast, CloudTask CEO Amir Reiter sits down with Alexis Lacabane, CEO and founder of Qonvo, to talk about how AI voice automation is changing the way sales and marketing teams convert leads in the middle of the funnel.
Unlike cold outreach automation, Qonvo focuses on the warm zone leads who already know your brand from webinars, events, or lead magnets but haven’t yet taken the next step. This is often where good opportunities go cold, and where smart automation can turn interest into revenue.
Why Mid-Funnel AI Automation Matters
Many SaaS and B2B companies have mastered top-of-funnel outreach but still lose momentum after a prospect first engages. Teams rely on basic automations in Zapier, Make, or GoHighLevel to send reminders and emails, but few have a way to connect with leads in real time.
As Alexis explains, “When someone just attended your webinar or downloaded your guide, they already know your brand. They’re curious, but unless you reach out quickly, that interest fades.”
Qonvo helps solve that problem with AI voice agents that sound natural, understand context, and move leads from “interested” to “ready for a conversation,” all without technical setup.
What problems do existing automation tools fail to solve?
Most teams already use no-code tools like Zapier, Make, or GoHighLevel to manage follow-ups. While these tools can trigger emails or reminders, they can’t actually talk to prospects. This is where Qonvo steps in. Its AI voice agents handle the human conversation automatically, using context from your CRM or landing page to make every call relevant and timely.
Key Takeaways
Mid-funnel engagement requires speed and personalization.
Qonvo adds a human voice to automation.
Anyone can launch it without technical skills.
Why were early AI calling solutions difficult for marketing and sales leaders?
Early AI calling tools like Sencillo or Blendid AI were built for developers and required complicated setups with Twilio and other integrations. For sales and marketing leaders, that level of configuration was simply too technical. Qonvo changes that by offering a complete plug-and-play experience. You can create an AI agent in just a few minutes and connect it to Make, GoHighLevel, or your CRM without touching code.
Key Takeaways
Qonvo makes AI automation accessible for everyone.
Setup time drops from weeks to minutes.
It fits easily into existing workflows.
How is Qonvo different from cold-calling AI tools?
Nobody wants a random call from a bot. Cold AI calls often feel robotic and intrusive. Qonvo takes the opposite approach. It only engages warm leads who already know your brand through webinars, events, or downloads. The AI can reference that interaction directly, making each call sound authentic, personal, and relevant to the lead’s experience.
Key Takeaways
Use AI to nurture relationships, not start cold ones.
Contextual calls increase trust and conversion rates.
The AI uses your own content to guide conversations.
Why does Qonvo use SMS follow-ups instead of automatic bookings?
Real-time scheduling integrations can cause double bookings and confusion. Instead of syncing calendars on the fly, Qonvo sends a simple SMS after each call with a link to book a meeting or take another action. It’s flexible, reliable, and keeps your team’s schedule under control while maintaining a personal connection with each lead.
Key Takeaways
SMS scheduling avoids technical headaches.
The approach works for demos, webinars, or promotions.
It keeps the conversation going even after the call ends.
Qonvo Features and Benefits
No-Code AI Voice Builder
Create voice agents in minutes using your website or a PDF as a knowledge base.
Benefit: Sales and marketing teams can deploy custom agents for each campaign without IT help.
CRM and Workflow Integrations
Seamless connections with GoHighLevel, Make, and Zapier.
Benefit: Syncs lead data and call results automatically across your systems.
Contextual Understanding
The AI can “read” your pages or webinar content to speak naturally about your offer.
Benefit: Keeps conversations relevant and authentic.
SMS Follow-Up System
Automates next steps through text rather than complex calendar integrations.
Benefit: Keeps scheduling flexible while maintaining engagement after the call.
Implementation and ROI
Setting up Qonvo takes less than a day:
Choose your agent’s goal (book demos, increase event attendance, convert free trials).
Add a webpage or PDF for context.
Connect it to your CRM or automation platform.
Test the agent and start calling.
Key KPIs to Measure
Leads moving from engaged to meeting.
Event or webinar show-up rates.
Number of demos booked.
Hours saved per campaign.
As Amir Reiter noted during the episode, “If you’re tracking conversions from engaged to connected, or connected to opportunity, Qonvo is the lever that moves those numbers.”
These are the same outcomes companies achieve when they connect with verified AI tools and sales talent on the CloudTask Marketplace.
Social Proof and Expert Insights
Alexis Lacabane launched Qonvo after running a sales agency for several years, where he saw firsthand how difficult it was for teams to follow up fast enough on warm leads. His mission is to eliminate the manual work between interest and conversion.
At CloudTask, we’re seeing the same pattern across SaaS companies. Top-of-funnel automation is mature, but mid-funnel engagement still relies too heavily on manual effort. Platforms like Qonvo are closing that gap and helping teams convert awareness into revenue without increasing headcount.