Best Saks On 5th Podcasts (2024)

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Financial Services Loyalty on a Global Scale feat. WillowTree's Kate Gallaher and Caitlin Watson 44:10

23d ago44:10

44:10

In this episode of Room for Growth, Billie is joined by two WillowTree colleagues, Kate Gallaher (Partner & VP, Head of Financial Services) and Caitlin Watson (Partner, Marketing Services), as they delve into global loyalty in financial services. Focusing on credit card payment processors and retail banks, they explore the complexities of building …

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Building Customer Loyalty Throughout the Journey feat. Brightline Trains CTO Kevin McAuliffe 57:08

2M ago57:08

57:08

On the heels of Adobe Summit, we’re joined by Brightline Chief Technology and Digital Innovation Officer Kevin McAuliffe as he and Billie dive deep into brand loyalty, building trust, technology innovation, and what it means to be a leader today. Brightline partnered with WillowTree to achieve its vision of fully modernizing train travel. Tapping i…

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Mike Smiff talk the industry and his journey 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

🎙️ Special Guest: Mike Smiff 🌟 In our highly-anticipated first episode, we have the privilege of welcoming Mike Smiff, a rising star hailing from the sunny streets of Miami, Florida. Join us as we delve into Mike's journey, his experiences in the industry, and his thoughts on the thriving entertainment scene in the South. Support the show…

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Reducing Call Center Volume with Adobe Customer Journey Analytics feat. TELUS’s Mike Kellner 30:17

4M ago30:17

30:17

We are just days away from Adobe Summit: our bags are packed and we are bringing an all-star crew to Las Vegas. But before we head out to one of the largest MarTech conferences in the world, we’re connecting with Mike Kellner, TELUS Director - AI Data & Analytics. Mike shares win stories from the leading global telecommunications providers’ recent …

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Announcing New Braze Features and Other Highlights from Braze Forge 2023 feat. WillowTree’s Billie Loewen 21:36

8M ago21:36

21:36

Fresh off her whirlwind experience at Forge 23, Braze’s annual customer conference for marketers and their tech partners, Billie highlights some of the biggest brands there, her favorite moments, and the most exciting predictions for 2024. Spoiler alert: It’s an exciting time for marketing, and you’ll want to listen before deep-diving into strategy…

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Enhancing the Sports Media Experience feat. WillowTree’s “2 Weeks To Better” Marketing Experts 37:39

9M ago37:39

37:39

Digital sports media offers many immersive options for fans, whether they’re streaming pre-game analysis, attending games live at the stadium, or interacting with player content during their commute. But with all that noise, it can be challenging for sports media brands to break through, especially with so many gaps and roadblocks in the fan experi…

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Embracing Partnership: Lessons from 12 Years at WillowTree feat. Billy Fischer 19:26

9M ago19:26

19:26

It’s a bittersweet 50th episode of Room For Growth as Billy Fischer announces his departure from the podcast and from WillowTree. In this, their last episode as co-hosts of Room For Growth, Billy and Billie discuss their top 5 reflections, their favorite projects, and other rewarding experiences they’ve shared working together over the past 12 year…

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Owning Your Brand Narrative feat. WillowTree's Adam Nemett 36:23

9M ago36:23

36:23

The days of companies announcing core values and automatically earning public trust are over. Authenticity and proof through action are crucial, and in designing loyalty programs and growth campaigns for clients, WillowTree’s Design practice works with clients to leverage more than technology and data as growth drivers — they’re leveraging the bran…

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Navigating Adobe Experience Cloud feat. WillowTree’s Tony Ferreira 43:59

9M ago43:59

43:59

Earning a competitive edge through customer experience is vital to building consumer trust and loyalty. But often this responsibility is shared across multiple departments with different motivations and communication styles. Another challenge many companies face is adapting to emerging trends in the MarTech landscape, including AI, personalization …

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Unpacking the AI Implementation Landscape feat. Voicebot.ai CEO Bret Kinsella 49:03

10M ago49:03

49:03

Preparing for the future of AI is a top priority for startups and Fortune 500 companies alike. Where’s the best place to start? When it comes to brand messaging in digital marketing, how will AI impact the ‘era of authenticity’? How will increasingly ubiquitous AI chatbots affect customer engagement as they become another competitor for attention a…

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The Secrets of Customer-Centric Branding feat. Saks OFF 5TH Chief Marketing and Analytics Officer Sara Griffin 31:41

10M ago31:41

31:41

Fashion retail is notoriously competitive and constantly evolving, creating many unique challenges for marketers. With the largely forgotten in-store experience taking a backseat to its digital counterpart, how do we bridge that gap? Ultimately, in today’s climate, success comes down to effectively using technology to gain customer insight. For Sar…

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Finance MarTech and AI Experimentation feat. M&T Bank's Chris O'Brien 46:10

10M ago46:10

46:10

We’re back with Season 3 of Room For Growth, taking a deep dive into the financial services industry with Chris O’Brien from M&T Bank. With artificial intelligence proliferating in more and more industries, many financial marketers are in a test-and-learn phase to discover AI use cases with truly impactful business outcomes. In contrast, large bank…

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Season Two: That's a Wrap 3:55

1y ago3:55

3:55

As we bid farewell to our second season of Room For Growth, we can't help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude for our incredible listeners and supporters. Throughout Season Two, we had the privilege of hosting memorable guests, including Rand Fishkin (SEO and content marketing "legend"), Courtney Bradley from Delta, Simon Cassels from GoodRx, Micha…

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What’s Ahead in EdTech Marketing feat. Pearson’s Michael Collins 40:03

1y ago40:03

40:03

The COVID pandemic upended education as we know it. School closings affected 1.5 billion students globally, demand for virtual learning surged, and new concerns emerged around teacher shortages. Even as this week marks the “official” end of the COVID-19 global health emergency, no signs indicate that the education sector will return to its pre-pand…

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Building Loyalty Through Trust feat. SafeGuard Cyber’s George Kamide 50:08

1y ago50:08

50:08

Some tech leaders are voicing their concerns as generative AI continues advancing at its breathtaking pace. In March, over 1000 tech leaders signed an open letter calling to halt AI development. Just recently, the “Godfather of AI” Geoffrey Hinton quit his role at Google, joining a growing body of technologists warning companies of the danger of AI…

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Unlocking Personalization’s Billion Dollar Potential feat. BillyxBillie 16:38

1y ago16:38

16:38

What does an exceptional in-store shopping experience look like? What about a frictionless visit to your doctor’s office? Or your bank? One BCG study estimates that retail, health care, and financial services brands creating highly personalized moments for their consumers will drive 6–10% revenue growth or an $800 billion income shift for the 15% o…

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What Makes a Great Marketer in Today’s Top Firms? feat. BilliexBilly 20:02

1y ago20:02

20:02

According to a recent McKinsey report, 81% of companies don’t have an integrated MarTech stack to deliver personalized cross-channel experiences, and 76% don’t operate sprints or follow a formal Agile process. The same study cites 67% of CMOs as overwhelmed by the quantity of marketing data available. The technical expectations for today’s marketin…

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Building Delight into Growth Strategies feat. WillowTree’s Nate Wootten 32:59

1y ago32:59

32:59

We’ve all had delightful digital experiences. They’re the surprising, novel moments we didn’t know we wanted but suddenly can’t live without. According to a recent Forrester report, delight drives business revenue: a one-point improvement in a company’s customer experience score can lead to an additional $175 million in revenue over three years, hi…

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Hyper-Personalization and AI Proliferation feat. SparkToro’s Rand Fishkin 44:12

1y ago44:12

44:12

“Spicy auto-complete” with many great use cases. That’s Rand Fishkin’s hot take on generative AI technologies like ChatGPT. It’s a stance that might not surprise long-time followers of the Moz founder and Inbound.org co-founder (acquired by HubSpot), who’s an SEO and content marketing “legend,” according to WillowTree Director of SEO Kurt Peterson.…

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Adobe Summit Recap, Live from Las Vegas: AI, CDPs, and the Craps Table 13:45

1+ y ago13:45

13:45

Billy and Billie join us live from Adobe Summit in Las Vegas with empty pockets but full hearts about the future of MarTech. Our digital experts share key insights and takeaways from their three days in Sin City. In just 15 minutes, we cover AI, automation, CDP ROI, #bilingualmarketers, and more. But first, we discuss the MarTech foundations a bran…

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Pursuing What’s “Right” feat. Remixt & SmartNews’ Fabien-Pierre Nicolas 45:50

1+ y ago45:50

45:50

The AI space is booming. And it’s evolving every day. One thing we know for sure? Generative AI has the potential to transform how users engage with content. But are businesses ready to deploy this supercharged tech? What foundations are fundamental to have in place first? Our growth experts, Billy and Billie, explore these questions and more with …

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Bonus Episode: WillowTree's Guide to Adobe Summit 2023 13:50

1+ y ago13:50

13:50

Join Billie and Billy as they discuss their upcoming trip to the Adobe Summit Digital Experience Conference and share their top recommendations for making the most of your attendance. As a Platinum Sponsor at Adobe Summit 2023, WillowTree will provide guided tours on the latest Adobe technology. Swing by and introduce yourself at Booth 806 in the C…

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Amplifying Joy and Customer Loyalty feat. Delta’s Courtney Bradley 42:48

1+ y ago42:48

42:48

The average Delta flier takes 22 years to reach Million Miler® status. A lot can happen in two decades and one million miles: our flight patterns shift, our jobs change, pandemics come to pass, and the technology powering the airline industry evolves. And yet, Delta has enabled a smooth ride through such an extended time horizon, building a best-in…

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BeyHive Insights: Improving the High-Demand Ticketing Experience 29:25

1+ y ago29:25

29:25

Bow down, growth fans. It’s time to discuss Queen Bey and the “Renaissance” tour experience. Superfans Billie Loewen, Quin Hicks, Alicia Rose, and Zana Johnson evaluate and reimagine lifecycle marketing for Beyoncé’s global “Renaissance” tour. Together, they explore how a customer data platform (CDP) like Braze might have provided better experience…

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What Makes a Great Leader? feat. WillowTree President Tobias Dengel 39:07

1+ y ago39:07

39:07

WillowTree President Tobias Dengel knows firsthand what it means to be a great leader. Tobias (affectionately called “TD”) earned the #2 spot on Glassdoor’s list of Top CEOs for small-to-medium businesses and was a featured speaker at the Consumer Electronic Show’s VOICE Summit in 2022 and 2023. Before WillowTree, Tobias stewarded strategic partner…

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Email Growth Marketing Tactics: Icky or Irresistible? feat. BillyxBillie 27:19

1+ y ago27:19

27:19

What do brands like Zillow, BarkBox, WHOOP, Wegman’s, and Frontier Airlines have in common? They all stand out in the world of in-email and in-app growth marketing tactics. But are they standing out for the right reasons? Find out which growth tactics resonate with consumers and which tactics leave your audience feeling a little… icky. Here, Billy …

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Out-of-the-(Flower)Box Thinking feat. UrbanStems’ Megan Bailey Darmody 35:18

1+ y ago35:18

35:18

The most popular day for flower deliveries? Here’s a hint: it’s not Valentine’s Day… Find this trivia tidbit and many more growth marketing insights shared by Megan Bailey Darmody, senior director of brand marketing for online gifting company UrbanStems. Megan, Billie, and Billy explore how proactive communication improves customer satisfaction and…

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Powering the Adobe Experience Platform with WillowTree’s Mike Colombo 33:29

1+ y ago33:29

33:29

The Adobe Experience Platform has the firepower for the most advanced marketing functions the field has ever known. So how do you unlock the power of that platform — and ultimately, derive the greatest value possible? Mike Colombo partners with some of the world’s biggest brands to accomplish exactly that. As Partner and Managing Director of our Ad…

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Leading Through Creativity feat. GoodRx SVP of Marketing Simon Cassels 46:16

1+ y ago46:16

46:16

Ever come across the iconic “Shot on an iPhone” campaign? Yep, Simon Cassels is behind that. In addition to directing one of Apple’s longest-running ad campaigns, Simon has lent his advertising chops to Ring, Amazon, Duolingo, and now GoodRx as the telemedicine platform’s senior vice president of marketing and chief brand officer. Billie and Simon …

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2023 MarTech Predictions with WillowTree’s Billie Loewen & Billy Fischer 40:53

1+ y ago40:53

40:53

Sure, January has nearly come and gone (thank goodness…), but there’s still plenty of time left in the year to incorporate these emerging MarTech trends into your growth marketing strategy. On the heels of CES 2023, growth marketing experts Billy Fischer and Billie Loewen share the digital products that drove the most buzz at the most influential t…

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How to Get a Job in Growth Marketing feat. WillowTree VP Billie Loewen 19:35

1+ y ago19:35

19:35

Hungry to solve sticky problems, drive business outcomes, and learn the latest technical skills? Growth marketing might be the career for you, as our host and growth expert Billie Loewen explains. Here, Billie explores the skill sets and mindsets she seeks in growth marketing candidates, including familiarity with growth- and marketing-specific fra…

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Avoiding Common CRM and CDP Pitfalls feat. WillowTree’s Rebecca O’Connor 33:04

1+ y ago33:04

33:04

What do marketing teams at Fortune 1000s and local nonprofits have in common? A lot, if you ask WillowTree growth marketing expert Rebecca O’Connor. Large and small shops alike have to demonstrate ROI and stay current with rapidly changing capabilities of software such as customer relationships management (CRM) systems or customer data platforms (C…

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Looking Ahead to MarTech Trends of 2023 feat. BilliexBilly 18:06

1+ y ago18:06

18:06

Add another celebration to your holiday circuit, as we mark our 25th Room for Growth episode this week! Our hosts Billy and Billie share their MarTech resolutions for 2023 and reflect on what we learned in 2022. We’ll discuss how even amid unprecedented layoffs in the tech sector, brands should nonetheless invest in marketing strategies to deliver …

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Telling Joyful Stories feat. Wicked Kitchen’s VP of Marketing Jeff Tang 48:48

1+ y ago48:48

48:48

Grocery shopping is one of Jeff Tang’s favorite past-times. As VP of Marketing and Revenue Generation for the plant-based food startup Wicked Kitchen, it’s a “lost art” that offers a window into the way CPG companies and consumers think. And, it’s one way that brands can build authentic connections with consumers — a strategy that underpins Jeff’s …

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Demystifying Customer Data Platforms feat. mParticle CEO Michael Katz 44:20

1+ y ago44:20

44:20

The customer data platform (CDP) space is crowded and confusing. Do CDPs drive ROI? Will they even be relevant in five years? (Spoiler alert: The answer to both questions is “Yes, and…”) This week, mParticle CEO Michael Katz brings clarity to what’s become a controversial topic in the technology space. At its core, mParticle is a CDP that gathers d…

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Voice for Authenticity feat. Author and Hollywood Speech Coach Samara Bay 44:32

1+ y ago44:32

44:32

The six different “likes” in the English language each have a functional purpose, explains speech and dialect coach Samara Bay, whose A-list clientele includes the likes of (ahem…) Rachel McAdams, Pierce Brosnan, Gal Gadot, and Keegan-Michael Key. For Samara, identity and voice are intertwined. Her work asks listeners to reimagine what we think str…

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The B2B Digital Revolution feat. AB InBev’s Jason Lambert 42:29

1+ y ago42:29

42:29

Jason Lambert, VP of Beyond Labs and BEES at AB InBev, thinks of a customer data platform (CDP) as a circulatory system: it powers the instantaneous flow of data to all business functions. It’s not the “perfect” metaphor, he says, but it does summarize the impact of a platform that’s become a buzzword for marketers. Part of Jason’s role at the larg…

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Food is Fun feat. White Castle CMO Lynn Blashford 31:58

1+ y ago31:58

31:58

What drives the deep craving for a White Castle burger? Why do “Cravers” wait in line for hours, even days, before the opening of a new location? And how has the 101-year-old, family-owned hamburger chain — the first in America — facilitated collabs with the likes of PUMA and Wu-Tang Clan? For chief marketing officer Lynn Blashford, it’s a marketin…

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Always in Experimentation Mode feat. Amazon Music's Ashley Elleby 49:14

1+ y ago49:14

49:14

Ashley Elleby wants Amazon Music to differentiate rather than duplicate. As Global Head of Lifecycle Marketing at Amazon Music, she drives customer awareness of and engagement with the retailer’s ad-free and unlimited music streaming platform for Prime members. It’s a tall order, but as Ashley discusses, her bias toward action comes with a big rewa…

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Rule Number 1: Don’t Be Creepy feat. BilliexBilly 23:43

1+ y ago23:43

23:43

Ever get the feeling that Instagram is listening to you? It might be — or it might not. In the words of one of our favorite Facebook relationship statuses, it’s complicated. Here, our experts explore how customer data platforms (CDPs) can take out the “ick” factor for brands in search of more personalized, automated customer experiences. Guided by …

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Web3 is a Vibe feat. Serial Entrepreneur David Leiberman 45:19

1+ y ago45:19

45:19

For David Leiberman, Web3 and music share more similarities than differences. Notably, they connect, empower, and inspire. That’s at the core of the three chart-topping apps that David launched with co-founder Sammy Rubin: the kids’ music and illustration app Mibblio, short-form video creation, and editing platform Triller, and Disney Karaoke: Froz…

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Burning Questions feat. Billie Loewen and the WillowTree Growth Team 27:04

1+ y ago27:04

27:04

What happens when you get 60 lifecycle marketers together in one room? Find out in this week's episode that offers a rare window into the energetic and talented team that makes up WillowTree’s Growth Marketing practice. In our first segment, "Cool Sh*t Stories," two teammates discuss dating app messaging qualms and QSR client work. In our second se…

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Growth Marketing Master Class - Holiday Guide 2022 20:06

1+ y ago20:06

20:06

We know that the upcoming Fall and Winter holidays are the Olympic games of marketing. Today’s episode is a special gift from Billie and Billy to our listeners. Billie and Billy’s sage advice will guide 2022 holiday campaigns, aid in decision-making, and suggest incredibly intentional messaging and frequency choices. ‘Tis the season for smashing su…

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Getting Gritty feat. WillowTree's Caitlin Watson 53:55

1+ y ago53:55

53:55

Being both a beloved people manager and a lifecycle marketing visionary is a major balancing act. How do we find the balance? Our guest this week, WillowTree’s Associate Growth Director Caitlin Watson shares her secret: it’s all about grit. Growing up in Philadelphia and being raised by two "gritty" individuals shaped how Caitlin sees the world and…

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Celebrating Strategy Season feat. WillowTree’s Jarrod Cady 50:56

1+ y ago50:56

50:56

In today’s episode, we discuss all things strategy with our guest, Jarrod Cady, SVP of Commercial Strategy and Operations at WillowTree. Jarrod has been crowned "The King of Frameworks," for decision-making, analysis, and communication. He sits at the intersection of go-to-market strategy, business development, and delivery and brings a strategic p…

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Nurturing Your Network feat. Braze’s Matt McRoberts 56:08

2y ago56:08

56:08

Why does “networking” get such a bad rap? This week’s guest, Matt McRoberts, SVP of Global Alliances at Braze — one of our favorite partners at one of our favorite platforms — explores why too many of us are “fair-weather networkers,” leveraging our contacts only when we need something. Matt shares a better, more consistent approach — cultivating a…

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“Growth Marketing Master Class - “Is it Time to Overhaul Our Loyalty Program?” 26:33

2y ago26:33

26:33

It’s that time of year: Q4 is typically when brands set their vision for the coming year and take a hard look at their loyalty programs. Is it time for an overhaul? Billie and Billy dive into the reasons why it may or may not be the right time to shake things up. Whether trying to regain market share, revisit your tech stack, or re-examine how loya…

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The Future of Digital Analytics feat. Industry Leader Adam Greco 55:41

2y ago55:41

55:41

We had the pleasure of speaking with an analytics industry veteran, Amplitude product evangelist, and author of the definitive book on Adobe Analytics, Adam Greco. Joining Billie and Billy for their deep dive with Adam is a special co-host, Jeremy Stern, who leads our Analytics practice at WillowTree. In this episode, you’ll hear about Adam's decis…

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Redefining Success feat. Author and CEO Tim Schurrer 57:45

2y ago57:45

57:45

From singer-songwriter to author-CEO? In this week’s episode, Billie and Billy speak with Tim Schurrer of David Novak Leadership, and unpack his untraditional career path, exploring the ways that failure shapes us and the benefits of servant leadership. Tim's book, The Secret Society of Success: Stop Chasing the Spotlight and Learn to Enjoy Your Wo…

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Intentionally Transparent Marketing feat. Ohio Liquor's Lorraine Terry and Kristen Castle 47:49

2y ago47:49

47:49

This week we are joined by Kristen Castle and Lorraine Terry, two talented marketers from WillowTree client Ohio Liquor—a public-private partnership that helps promote safe consumption of liquor in the State of Ohio. Kristen and Lorraine share how OHLQ creates stellar marketing experiences while safely promoting the sale of high-proof liquor produc…

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