Spotlight

In this episode, we sit down with Megan Spoore, EVP, National Practice Lead, Corporate & GM of Edelman Calgary , to explore the 25th edition of Edelman’s Trust Barometer. Trust shapes everything—from how we engage with brands to how we vote, work, and communicate. Now in its 25th year, the Trust Barometer continues to be a vital pulse check on global and local sentiment. Megan joins us to brea...

The SEO game is changing — fast. The old playbook of cranking out blog posts, waiting for Google to crawl your site, and hoping for clicks is quickly becoming outdated. In this episode, we sit down with Ray Wang from RW Digital , a digital strategist who never followed that traditional SEO model — and turns out, they may have been ahead of their time. We unpack: Why AI and large language models (L...

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Chisholm—entrepreneur, podcaster, and author of Curious as Hell—to explore how curiosity isn’t just a personality trait… it’s a leadership strategy. We dive into:Why curiosity beats ego in businessHow Collision became a marketing machine and relationship builderWhat modern marketing leaders can learn from asking better questionsThe frameworks Curious As Hel...

On this episode, we're running back a webinar we held in May about Influencer Marketing. Join our panelists Kristyn Snell , Gabe Mederos , Jessica Harcombe Fleming , and Umair Tazeem if you want to move beyond one-off influencer posts and build creator strategies that actually work.

In this episode of Spotlight , we sit down with Joelly Goodson—host of the Branding Matters podcast and the ultimate “Branding Badass.” By day, Joelly is the Brand Ambassador and Business Development Specialist at BAMKO , a global leader in branded merchandise that actually drives results. We dive into why branding really matters (yes, pun intended), how to transform a logo into true brand loyalty...

In this episode of Spotlight, we sit down with Geraldine Anderson, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Calgary Economic Development, to explore what it really takes to market a city—not a product. From the bold launch of the Blue Sky City brand to the rollout of their newest campaign, Geraldine shares the strategy, insights, and storytelling behind positioning Calgary as the place to...

In B2B marketing, winning deals isn’t just about targeting one decision-maker. It’s about persuading an entire Buyer Group. With complex purchasing decisions involving multiple stakeholders, understanding how these groups operate is the key to success. Mimi Turner from the B2B Marketing Institute takes us through the different decision making processes.

In this special Spotlight crossover episode, we shine a light on Artificial Breakdown , the new podcast from ZGM Modern Marketing Partners that dives deep into the evolving world of AI. Join hosts Peter Bishop and Carrie Robinson as they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries of all kinds. In this episode, we focus in on creative industries —from marketing and advertising to c...

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Kohlweg from Mountain Fold Studio and Casey Corneil from Calgary Public Library to dive into the creative process behind a fantastic piece of art marketing that you'll probably see from a public institution. We break down: How they developed such an engaging and unorthodox concept The creative process that brought it to life How they got buy-in from th...

On today's episode, we're Spotlighting a webinar we held with Ann Marie Kerwin on the Multiplier Effect. Ann Marie Kerwin is the Americas Editor for WARC, a global marketing firm that provides evidence, expertise and education to ensure marketing strategy drives business success. As a WARC editor, she focuses on how marketing can make the business case for creativity. Previously Kerwin was...

In this episode, hosts Derek Hovinga and Marc Binkley sit down with Jill Dewes from Daughter Creative to explore the real purpose behind submitting marketing and ad work to award shows. Is it a vanity play, or can it be a legit growth strategy? We talk about the impact of awards on brand reputation, client trust, and agency growth. This podcast is powered by Calgary Marketing Association

You might be overspending on your website while your marketing dollars could be working harder elsewhere. In this episode, Derek and Marc chat with Scott King, President of H2 Accelerator—a partner of the Calgary Marketing Association. Scott talks about maximizing your online marketing budget, driving real impact and making smarter investments.

In the first episode, we challenge one of the most ingrained corporate philosophies: "Bring me solutions, not problems". How has the mindset impacted the way businesses operate, and more importantly, their ability to succeed? But the truth is, we need to start focusing on the art of identifying the RIGHT problem as that's just as critical as finding the solution. Our first guest, Ped...

🎙️ Welcome to Spotlight , the podcast powered by the Calgary Marketing Association , where we illuminate the bold ideas and dynamic people shaping Calgary’s marketing landscape. In this trailer, get a sneak peek of the conversations with trailblazing marketers, the behind-the-scenes stories of game-changing campaigns, and the actionable insights that will inspire your next big idea. From celebrati...