# From Frustrated Rep to CRM Founder: John Mitchell's Rep Fabric Journey

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Podcast: [Power the Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/power-the-network-6671791)
Published: 2026-05-28T09:00:00+00:00
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For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Struggling to manage rep firm data? Discover how specialized CRM tools and AI are revolutionizing daily efficiency for manufacturing representatives. In this episode of Power of the Network, host Tim Loger sits down with John Mitchell, the creator of Rep Fabric, to discuss the specific challenges faced by manufacturers' rep firms. If you are a sales professional or a rep firm owner dealing with fragmented data silos, commission management, or inefficient reporting, this conversation is for you. John shares his journey from working at Accenture to building an all-in-one 'nervous system' designed specifically for the unique needs of the rep industry. We dive deep into how to move away from administrative tasks to focus on high-value sales relationships. You will learn practical strategies for cleaning up bad data, implementing AI to streamline post-call recaps, and why nurturing trusted relationships remains the most important part of your business. Whether you are looking to adopt a new CRM or need to optimize your current workflow to stay competitive in an increasingly data-driven environment, you will find actionable insights to help your team perform at its peak. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with…

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