The Ad Podcast

Dimi Albers is the Global CEO of DEPT®, a global digital agency he transformed from its Amsterdam roots into a powerhouse of over 4,000 specialists worldwide. A longtime insider since the TamTam days, his leadership has steered the company through aggressive expansion—32 acquisitions, private equity backing, and major industry recognition—while staying true to a culture of creativity, agility, and...

Gina is responsible for leading growth strategy and implementation for three amazing agencies: Colle McVoy, 10 Thousand Design, and Exponent PR. As a member of the agency’s senior leadership team, she has played a significant role the agency reinvention, transformation, and record-setting new business streak. She's had an eclectic career in agency management, strategic partnerships, and buying...

Kacy Cole, Chief Marketing Officer at Holland America Line. She's known for her strategic marketing leadership across hospitality and digital platforms, with previous roles at LTK, T-Mobile, and Tommy Bahama. She holds an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management and a BA from the The American University of Paris. She's also an outdoor enthusiast and fly fisherman.

Victoria Lozano is Chief Marketing Officer at Crayola LLC where she oversees all aspects of marketing and consumer engagement for one of the world’s most iconic and cherished brands. For over 120 years, Crayola has been synonymous with nurturing children’s creativity. Today, it is recognized as one of the most culturally resonant, authentic, and trusted brands globally. In her role, Victoria leads...

Morgan runs a public relations and marketing agency called Firebrand. They raise awareness of technology brands to build awareness, create demand, drive lead generation and close sales. Prior to Firebrand, he was the founder in the US of LEWIS , a global communications firm, which we grew to $35m in revenues and 250+ staff in the US, and $75m with 600 staff globally. He has over 30 years' tech...

Ryan Hartman is Co‑founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Chaiz , North America’s first fully digital marketplace for vehicle service contracts. With over two decades of marketing leadership, he has strategically crafted Chaiz’s go‑to‑market approach—focusing on transparency, consumer empowerment, and digital efficiency, which helps customers save on extended car coverage Before launching Chaiz, R...

Dylan Huey is a Gen Z entrepreneur, influencer, and musician who has been active online since age 16. He's the CEO of REACH, a national college influencer organization that connects students with the creator economy. He's also the co-founder of Daisy, a tech platform for creators. Huey has a music and social media alias, Rodin' Flash, and has released multiple EPs.

Barry Frey - CEO - DPAA With over 10 years of experience as the President and CEO of DPAA, the global trade and marketing association for the digital out of home (OOH) industry, Barry leads the organization's mission to drive awareness, value, and revenue for their members and partners. He oversees all aspects of the association's operations, strategy, and growth, reporting to a board of directors...

Ben Larson is the CEO of Vertosa, the multi-state infusion technology company specializing in beverages and other fast-acting form factors. Prior to Vertosa, Mr. Larson co-founded Gateway Incubator, California’s first business accelerator and co-working space dedicated to the emerging cannabis industry. He’s a Director and Mentor at Founder Institute where he formerly managed global operations and...

Pierre DeBois is the founder and CEO of Zimana, an analytics services firm that helps organizations achieve improvements in marketing, website development, and business operations. Zimana has provided analysis services using Google Analytics, R Programming, Python, JavaScript Developer and other technologies where data and metrics abide. Pierre has also provided digital marketing and analytic work...

Jonathan Kander is the Chief Marketing Officer at VALR ENERGY, a nitrogen‑infused energy drink brand rooted in sports, fitness, and functional beverages. In his role, Kander leads VALR’s brand marketing and strategic partnerships, positioning the company in high‑impact arenas including Major League Baseball and mixed martial arts. Under his leadership, VALR became the official energy drink of the...

Ly Tran is the Founder of stiletto collective, established in 2021. stiletto is a minority, woman-owned business & creative~media cooperative. Her mission, along with her collective's, is to help brands of all sizes elevate who they are through creativity in media + data and authenticity in voice + content. Before creating stiletto, she was an essential part of building Proof Advertising....

Tyler Sits at the crossroads of innovation and leadership, he has founded and scaled multiple seven-figure ventures, consistently driving industry transformation. Over the past decade, he has started and expanded both service and product-based companies, notably Turnserv—a platform of self-started brands revolutionizing the housing sector by streamlining turnover processes. With operations extendi...

Calvin Innes is a creative strategist who brings over two decades of expertise in concept design, creative direction, and brand storytelling. As a seasoned Consultant Creative Director, and in his role as GM & Executive Creative Director of JvM NERD London, Calvin is known for crafting innovative campaigns that blend artistry with strategic vision. At JvM NERD London, our team specialises in t...

Louise Cantrill is a Senior Partner at Lippincott , based in London, where she blends human insight with strategic branding and design. Known for her ability to straddle the boundary between creative design and data-driven strategy, she plays a pivotal role in shaping "go-to" brands that resonate deeply with customers. In a recent interview, Louise described Lippincott’s approach as one...

Topher Burns is the Co‑Founder and Partner in Brand Strategy at territorial, an indie creative agency based in New York. Known for his behavior‑led branding approach, Topher has helped shape the identities of prominent clients including HBO, Twitch, Unilever, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and Coinbase. He also co-hosts Strange Coordinates, a podcast from territorial explori...

Michael is a multi-disciplinary creative director, focusing on experience design, interiors and production design for film and content. Originally trained as an architect, Michael spent the beginning of his career working on international cultural projects including the masterplan to rebuild New York’s Ground Zero site and the SF Jewish Museum.  With more than 20 years working with artists and bra...

Over 15-years of experience working with start-ups, ad agencies and world class brands in North America, Europe and China. For the past decade she has been a part of the Cheil Network holding client service and growth roles at the regional and global level for IRIS and at the group level as Global CMO for Cheil Connec+. Cheil Connec+ brings specialists together from 6 creative companies (Barbarian...

Sean is CEO of the new Destination Media and GSTV. He was recruited to lead the next generation of growth following a joint venture announcement that combined the assets and operations of Verifone's media division with the former Gas Station TV, owned by Detroit-based Rockbridge Growth Equity and Falcon Investment Advisors.  The combined business now operates under the GSTV brand and deliver 3...

Nadja Bellan‑White is a powerhouse leader in global marketing and communications, currently serving as Group CEO, North America at M+C Saatchi Group and CEO of SS+K. With over three decades of experience across markets including the U.S., EMEA, LatAm, and APAC, she has a proven track record leading transformation and brand growth . Her career highlights include: Global Chief Marketing Officer at V...

Ali Cornford – Managing Director, 72andSunny New York Ali relocated from Toronto to New York and brings over 15 years of leadership in advertising and agency management . In March 2024, she was named Managing Director of 72NY, joining the executive leadership alongside Juliana Cobb and Geoff McHenry. Previously, she led Convicts as MD (2021–2024) and held account and business roles at BBH, Droga5,...

Rhonda Hiatt is an executive leader with 20+ years of global consulting experience. As the Global CEO of M+C Saatchi Consulting, Rhonda leads the specialism’s strategic direction, operational management and client partnerships that drive commercial impact. She is also a member of the M+C Saatchi Group’s Senior Leadership Team. Rhonda has a deep expertise that continues to grow the network’s brand...

Robin Clarke is the Global CEO of Passions & PR at M C Saatchi Group, where he leads the Sport & Entertainment and Talk PR divisions across North America, EMEA, and beyond. He was appointed to this role in July 2024 and sits on the agency’s Executive Leadership Team under Global CEO Zaid Al‑Qassab. Bringing nearly 25 years of experience in sports and entertainment marketing, Robin began hi...

Stevie Archer is the Regional Chief Creative Officer, North America at M+C Saatchi (SS+K), based in the New York City metro area. Named after Stevie Nicks, she grew up in Winston‑Salem, North Carolina, and earned a degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill . Stevie began her career as a copywriter, building experience at agencies including McKinney, Mullen, and Big Spaceship—wher...

Cherie R. Cohen is a seasoned media and sports executive currently serving as Global Chief Revenue Officer at X Games. She joined the organization in 2025 as it embarks on evolving into a year‑round international action‑sports league. Prior to X Games, Cherie spent five years as CRO at the World Surf League, where she significantly diversified sponsorships—bringing in brands like Red Bull, Lexus,...