Right Tool, Wrong Outcome: Why Your AI Isn't Working
About Event
Using AI in your business? Here’s a fact - it’s probably underperforming! Want to learn why and how to fix it? At our next Future Stack event, Olga Topchaya, Founder and CEO of Lapis AI Consults, an agency helping businesses cut wasted time and costs with AI, will share how to get the most out of your AI stack and power up your operations. In this session, you’ll get proven prompt techniques and learn how to pick the right tool for your goal to cut operational costs by 30%+
Who Should Attend
This session is perfect for founders, marketers, operations leads, consultants, and business strategists looking to make AI actually work for them.
What to Expect
Expert Insights: Learn directly from Olga as she breaks down why most AI setups underperform and how to fix them.
Hands-on Strategies: Get proven prompt techniques and frameworks to choose the right AI tools for your goals.
Interactive Q&A: Ask your toughest AI questions and get practical, experience-based answers from a leader who’s helped teams turn AI hype into measurable results.
Networking(Furlough Community Benefit): Meet founders, operators, and AI enthusiasts who are transforming how businesses work with smarter, faster, and leaner systems.
Steps to join:
RSVP by registering
On the day of the event, click "Join Event"
You'll be redirected to join the community
Once you are in, drop a short introduction about yourself to gain access to the call.
You'll see the event at the top of the server. Join.
That's pretty much it
About Olga Topchaya
Olga Topchaya is the Founder and CEO of Lapis AI Consults. She helps mid-sized businesses cut wasted time and costs with custom AI. Her work reduces operational costs by at least 30% and $32k per employee, freeing teams from busywork that slows growth
With more than a decade in marketing and product, she brings a business-first perspective to AI and translates technology into measurable results for leaders.
About Lapis
Lapis AI Consults is a dynamic AI agency solving operational challenges through advanced AI systems, including language models (LLMs, MLLMs) and traditional machine learning (ML).
Their diverse backgrounds in technology, marketing, and product development allow them to both strategize and build integrated AI solutions that drive innovation.
They offer:
AI business strategy
AI integration
Custom AI software
AI adoption strategy
AI training and coaching
About Furlough
In November 2017, a dream took root as Furlough was founded in its original format. It began when Joe Casanova partnered to acquire a boutique hotel in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, creating a sanctuary for digital nomads. This "leave of absence" destination quickly became a hub for remote workers seeking inspiration in exotic destinations.
By 2018, Furlough began hosting content creation trips, inviting influencers from across North America for immersive weeks of content generation. These trips went beyond social media, teaching influencers diverse marketing channels. From 2019 to 2020, Furlough focused on building a platform that connected influencers, brands, and fans. During this time, they expanded their boutique hotel franchise by acquiring Moma in Tulum, Mexico. When the hotels weren't filled with remote-working expats, they curated sponsored influencer content trips.
COVID-19 Pandemic Hits
Turning adversity into opportunity.
The pandemic caused a seismic disruption in the travel industry, forcing Furlough to shut down operations in Mexico. This period of upheaval compelled us to redefine our core model, revealing the true essence of Furlough.
June 2020
Streaming Business on Twitch
With Innovative streaming sessions, a community was born.
During quarantine, Joe realized he needed help building the community, so he brought in marketing interns eager for experience. Utilizing Twitch, he facilitated educational and collaborative mastermind sessions. These daily masterminds, supported by WhatsApp and Facebook groups, laid the foundation for a thriving community.
September 2020
Establishment on Discord
Our community took a leap with a new platform.
Our initial community engaged through one-on-one calls between the founder and aspiring marketers. This marked the first time we brought the group together outside the one-hour Twitch streams, creating a more cohesive network.
December 2020
Initial Expansion
A pivotal moment marked by rapid growth and new initiatives.
With around 100 engaged junior marketers, we began outreach to influencers, establishing our YouTube channel. This expansion marked the beginning of Furlough’s broader influence in the digital space.
June 2021
Ophir Joins as Co-Founder
A strategic vision transformed Furlough’s foundation
Ophir reshaped Furlough into a structured business, placing the foundations to make it a company. His first major initiative was creating the Startup Booster, which introduced sessions outside of the Masterminds and set the foundation for a sustainable company.
December 2021
Roslyn Joins as Co-Founder
Expertise in email marketing elevated our communications.
Roslyn, an expert in email marketing, joined Furlough, bringing a strategic vision to our communication efforts. Her experience transformed our email marketing strategies, enhancing engagement and building stronger connections with our community. This addition was pivotal as it marked the beginning of Furlough’s structured approach to marketing, laying the groundwork for future growth.
January 2022
Building in Public
Transparency and collaboration fueled our progress.
We focused on building, adapting, and growing, attracting eCommerce and startup businesses. Our efforts included bringing in brands for community audits and awarding them deals through collaborative efforts. Our Startup Booster sessions developed a micro-community of founders who valued collective support and began building in public on the Furlough server. This transparent and innovative approach fueled growth and strengthened our community bonds.
June 2023
Tom Joins as Group's COO
Leadership brought vision, structure and scale.
After years being behind the scenes, Tom officially joined Furlough. Tom’s leadership brought structure and scale to operations, transforming Furlough into a more organized enterprise. His efforts focused on establishing Furlough as a bona fide business, implementing strategic processes, and optimizing our operations for sustainable growth. This transformation allowed us to scale our activities to unprecedented levels, ensuring a more efficient and effective organization.