In the debut episode of The Offshore Diaries, business leaders Gene Behensky of Archers Contact Solutions and Teo Vagno-Ariputra of Stealth Agents pull back the curtain on the realities of building and scaling offshore teams. Drawing from decades of experience working with talent in the Philippines, they share how their companies evolved from simple outsourcing solutions into full-service organizations supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and growing enterprises around the world. From hiring and training strategies to cultural integration and client relationships, they offer an inside look at what it really takes to build successful offshore operations.

The conversation goes beyond the typical virtual assistant narrative, exploring the challenges, misconceptions, and opportunities shaping the offshore staffing industry today. Gene an ...