Phil Nieman and R.J. Payne are the co-founders and co-owners of LeadQ, an AI-powered automation company launched in 2024 with a mission to help business owners reclaim their time and boost revenue. The two met while working in sales, where they quickly discovered a shared belief: businesses deserved smarter, more consumer-friendly solutions. With deep backgrounds in sales and marketing, and a mutual passion for simplifying complex systems, they set out to build something better.

At the heart of LeadQ is their aligned vision, creating high-impact, done-for-you automation that streamlines operations, increases lead conversions, and frees up valuable hours each week. Their complementary strengths and shared goals have shaped LeadQ into a trusted partner for businesses across the U.S. looking to grow faster and operate smarter, all with less effort.