Marketing Vanguard

Welcome to another special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny speaks with Jennifer Halloran , CMO and Head of Marketing and Brand at MassMutual . Join us as we discuss the evolving role of CMOs as visionary business leaders who drive innovation and growth at their companies. Jennifer shares insights on the challenges of building awareness in a highly segmented market and empha...

Welcome to another special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny speaks with Claudine Patel , Head of Brand and Innovation, North America at Opella . Opella is the new name for Sanofi's Consumer Healthcare Business Unit. Sanofi itself is the world's sixth-largest pharmaceutical and healthcare company and is headquartered in Paris, France. They discuss how Sanofi’s brands like All...

Welcome to another special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny connects with Rei Inamoto , who is the Founding Partner at I&CO , a global innovation firm that helps brands navigate change. Rei has been named in Creativity Magazine’s annual “Creativity 50” as well as one of “the Top 25 Most Creative People in Advertising” by Forbes Magazine. He is one of the most influential...

Welcome to another special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny connects with Melody Lee , CMO of Mercedes Benz USA , where she oversees brand positioning, marketing strategy, and execution to ensure long-term growth and profitability for the Mercedes-Benz brand in the United States. Melody recounts her journey from growing up in Texas with immigrant parents to her diverse caree...

Welcome to this special greatest hits episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. It’s a pleasure to welcome Raja Rajamannar , Chief Marketing & Communications Officer and Founding President - Healthcare Business at Mastercard . Raja is a transformation leader with substantial senior management experience across different geographies around the world. He has managed large-scale businesses at Fo...

Welcome to this special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast recorded at the Cannes Festival of Creativity. It’s a pleasure to welcome Gabrielle Wesly , CMO and Senior VP of Marketing at Mars Wrigley North America . Gabrielle is an experienced brand and general management professional with 20 years of experience in consumer and private-label CPG. Join us as we discuss marketing, innovation, a...

Welcome to this special episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast recorded at the Cannes Festival of Creativity. It’s a pleasure to welcome Zach Kitschke to our podcast today. Zach is the CMO at Canva and a firm believer in the power of visuals in today's digital marketing landscape.  Join us as we discuss the growing importance of visuals in today's digital landscape. Zach shares Canva's mis...

Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. A big welcome to Elizabeth Rutledge , our special guest today. Elizabeth is the CMO at American Express . Join us as we explore Elizabeth’s journey from a Biology teacher to an experienced marketing leader. Elizabeth shares her insights on the importance of learning and staying connected to customers, supporting the next generation of mark...

Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, we have a special guest: it’s a pleasure to welcome Alex Schultz , VP of Analytics and CMO at Meta . Join Jenny and Alex as they discuss Alex's career journey, the role of the CMO at Meta, the integration of brand and performance marketing, understanding different audiences, and the challenges and opportunities in the marketing land...

Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, we have a special guest: it’s a pleasure to welcome Jay Livingston , Shake Shack's CMO. Learn about Jay's background and his unique journey from finance and technology to marketing and becoming a CMO. Gain insights into Shake Shack's marketing strategy, including the importance of performance marketing and collaborations.  Jay...

Today, our guest is Jerri DeVard , Founder and CEO of BECA , an alliance designed to create opportunity, access, and equality for Black C-Suite marketers and to pay it forward. Join us as we discuss Jerri's career, the common challenges in marketing, and the importance of building diversity in marketing teams.  Jerri encourages CMOs to drive change and build relationships with Historically Bl...

Today, our guest is Kate Huyett , CMO of Bombas , a comfort-focused sock and apparel brand with a mission to help those in need. Join us as we discuss Kate's journey from Investment Banking at Goldman and Sach to her leadership roles in marketing. Kate shares Bombas’s mission, its evolution, and their unique marketing strategies. Learn about the importance of brand, collaboration, and the cross-fu...

On this week's episode, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Zarina Stanford, CMO at Bazaarvoice. During the conversation, Stanford shared insights into the transformative journey of consumer-centric marketing and the pivotal role it plays in shaping modern business strategies. As the marketing landscape continues to evolve, Stanford's vision for a more integrated and purpose-driven approach serves as...

On this week’s episode, Jenny sits down with Taylor Montgomery, CMO of Taco Bell as he shares insights into his journey, leadership philosophy, and the evolving landscape of brand management.  Recorded live during ADWEEK’s Social Media Week event in New York, they discuss Montgomery’s early career at Procter & Gamble which provided him with invaluable lessons in leadership and the me...

On this week's episode, Jenny sits down with Mauro Porcini, PepsiCo's first ever Chief Design Officer. During the conversation, Porcini discusses the intersection of design, marketing, and innovation within the company and shares insights into PepsiCo's approach to design, including the two-year process of redesigning the iconic Pepsi brand. He also discusses the importance of aligning design with...

Since 2012, Instacart has revolutionized the way people shop for groceries by offering convenient delivery and pickup services from local stores. As the company continues to expand its market presence and innovate its offerings, CMO Laura Jones has been at the helm of crafting and executing Instacart's marketing strategy. On this week's episode of Marketing Vanguard, Jenny sits down with Jones to...

On this week's episode of Marketing Vanguard, Jenny sits down with Marisa Thalberg, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at SeaWorld. During the conversation, Thalberg discusses the multifaceted essence of marketing leadership, the importance of creativity beyond traditional bounds, and having a holistic approach to business strategy. This conversation was recorded in January during Adweek O...

On this week's episode, host Jenny Rooney welcomes QUAD CMO Josh Golden for a discussion on the evolving landscape of marketing and his experiences leading change in various organizations. During the conversation, Golden highlights the dynamic nature of the marketing industry, which continually evolves, demanding innovative decisions and impactful actions from marketers. Golden shares his journey...

On this week's episode, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Squarespace’s Chief Creative Officer David Lee to discuss the intricacies of creativity, brand strategy, and the evolving role of in-house capabilities. During the conversation, Lee shares his journey from the agency world to Squarespace and the company's focus on design, creativity, and personal brand representation as core pillars of...

During ADWEEK’s Big Game Brunch event in Las Vegas, ADWEEK’s Jenny Rooney sat down for a special conversation with actor and filmmaker Edward Norton and PepsiCo vp and former NFL player Kalen Thornton to discuss TV measurement challenges, new partnership options for brands, and how ad-funding streaming could be a windfall for filmmakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, Jenny Rooney from Adweek sat down with Gerald Youngblood, CMO of Lenovo North America, to explore the company's journey of transformation and the evolving role of marketing in the tech industry. During the conversation, Youngblood shares his journey in the world of technology and marketing, the importance of balancing creativity with data-driven insights, and how Lenovo aim...

In this week's episode, Jenny sits down with Suzanne Kounkel, Global and US Chief Marketing Officer at Deloitte to discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by modern-day CMOs. During the conversation, Kounkel discusses her extensive experience at Deloitte, where she has held various roles over the past two decades, culminating in her current position as global CMO. She shares her insights in...

From its inception in 1980 to the present day, Applebee’s has been a staple of American culture, offering comfort food and a welcoming atmosphere to patrons across the nation. However, like any long-standing brand, Applebee’s has faced its share of challenges, including a need to adapt to changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. On the latest episode of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Roo...

In this week’s episode, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Tim Ellis, Chief Marketing Officer of the National Football League to discuss the strategies and insights driving the league's success, the importance of humanizing brands, and going beyond entertainment to drive positive change.  During the conversation, Ellis shares insights from his journey, transitioning from the agency world to lea...

On this week's episode, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Heidi Cooley, Chief Marketing Officer of Crocs, to delve into the brand's transformative journey. From embracing quirkiness to fostering authentic collaborations and maintaining a consumer-centric focus, Crocs stands out as a vibrant brand with a global fan base proudly known as "Croc Nation." In Cooley's first seven years at Crocs, they hav...