The Dead Pixels Society Podcast

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets to maximize the impact of Google Ads with insights from Dimitri Smirnov, CEO of Big Life Marketing . In this interview with Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society , Smirnov reveals how to make each ad dollar work harder, and why your business should leverage Google's extensive reach, especially in the photo imaging industry. Venture deep...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Imagine transforming a clutter of dusty old family films into a sleek, modern viewing experience. Robert Marks, CEO of Projector, explains the compelling reason behind this new digital video service in this interview with Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society. Marks' entrepreneurial spark ignited from a personal need to easily access and enjoy his own fam...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Learn more about the intersection of photo printing and direct-response advertising as Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society as he interviews  Bill Testa , the mastermind behind the new free photo-printing app, Frintz .  Moving away from his three-decade tenure in the printing industry, Testa has crafted an innovative platform where free, high-quality photos m...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Prepare to unlock the mysteries of transforming a passion for photography into a thriving business with guest Dave Herring . In this interview with Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society , Herring unfolds his narrative, detailing his pivot from nonprofit pursuits to the bustling freelance photography scene. He shares the mechanics of establishing a photography...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast , Gary Pageau talks again with Keith Barraclough, CTO and CPO of Zenfolio , a comprehensive business solution tailored for photographers, complete with beautiful galleries, CRM, and campaign management capabilities. Barraclough describes Zenfolio's pivotal role of mobile-first design and how AI is revoluti...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Get ready to dive into the murky waters of cybersecurity with our guest, Matthew Wolfe , director of Cybersecurity Operations at Impero Software Solutions . Ever wonder what information is under threat in the photo/imaging industry? Ever consider the ramifications of mishandling sensitive data? Wolfe unveils the significant role of human error in data breaches...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Get ready to uncover the transformative journey of WCD as it expands with Curavate , a  personalized print fulfillment venture. Our guest, Lindsay Duprey , COO of WCD , discusses with Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society the tale of this evolution that expands from a film and digital lab to a full-fledged print powerhouse. Duprey shares the unique customer-fo...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Are you ready to challenge the status quo and dare to be different in business?  Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society sits down with Roy Osing , a seasoned entrepreneur who's trailblazed his way through the Canadian telecom industry, establishing a multi-billion dollar company from scratch over the span of 40 years. Osing's mantra - "be differe...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if you could ignite the fire of transformation within your team and yourself? In our latest episode, Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society is joined by Dave Albin, America's leading FireWalk instructor, who’s spent his career doing just that. Albin recounts his journey from sobriety to self-discovery, sharing fascinating insights from his experiences...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if the strategy for eliminating waste and enhancing efficiency from the corporate world could be applied to magic? Join us for a spellbinding conversation with Stuart MacDonald, a one-of-a-kind magician turned entrepreneur who dared to do just that. MacDonald, whose career spans from touring as a magician to running a haunted house, to entering the corpora...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wondered how someone bounces back from failed startups to buy a three-decade-old establishment for merely a quid? Buckle up for a captivating journey with our guest, Adrian Knight, a seasoned business acquisition specialist, who did exactly that. Listen to Knight's absorbing narrative as he takes us through his journey of business acquisitions, the ar...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wondered how visual storytelling can capture your audience's attention in an impactful way? Caroline Petersen , the creative force behind Gallery Design Studio and eShelf , joins Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Societ y to demonstrate the intricacies of this form of marketing. She delves into the power of visual storytelling - a captivating sequence of...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Are you ready to supercharge your small or medium-sized business strategy?  Kerry-Ann Powell , a business strategy maven with two decades of experience , joins Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society to share her wealth of knowledge. Armed with a background in fundraising, law, lobbying, and more, Powell casts a spotlight on the strategic process for small and m...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with David Van Beekum, the brain behind Tweva , a social TV network designed for small businesses. Imagine your local bulletin board transforming into a digital haven where businesses and influencers collaborate to showcase hyper-local content. That's what Tweva brings to the table. Van Beekum navigates us throu...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever thought about the art of successful sales and recruiting? Join Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society in this conversation with Peter Cotton, the brain behind Best Sales Talent in Massachusetts. We'll explore Cotton's incredible career progression, starting from selling greeting cards as a child to being a part of a Fortune 500 company. We cover...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wonder how you can take your business from good to great? In this week's episode, Gary Pageau of the Dead  Pixels Society is joined by Beate Chelette . She shares her remarkable journey from Elle Magazine photo editor to distinguished business owner. Listen as Chelette explains how she skillfully navigated the changing landscape of the photography mar...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ready for more insights on the cutting-edge of the volume-photography industry? Join Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society for a candid discussion with Benedikt Greifenhofer, CEO of GotPhoto , where he shares the fresh news of GotPhoto's latest business move: the acquisition of Next Gen Photo Solutions .  The acquisition of Next Gen allows for seamless in...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wonder how the masters of finance manage to retire not once, but twice? Our guest today, Chris Miles , a financial expert from Utah, will not only answer that question but will also walk you through his journey from being a college dropout to a successful entrepreneur. Miles pulls back the curtain on the world of passive real estate investing, revealing ho...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Want to unravel the mysteries of Generative AI and its impact on the imaging industry? In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, Gary Pageau interviews expert, Hans Hartman , the chairman of Visual1st . Discover the transformative difference between Generative AI and traditional AI, and how AI can generate media from simple prompts. Hartman also ventu...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Alicia Butler Pierre, the founder, and CEO of Equilibria, Inc. , about operational excellence. The conversation revolves around the critical role of operational excellence in business expansion, sharing her company's unique approach to tackling issues like high turnover, audits, and escalating customer comp...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever imagined an escape route from your own business? In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, guest Tracy Gunn of Get Exitable has not only dreamed it, but she also lived it. Gunn was at a point where she was juggling multiple businesses, feeling trapped, and desperately wanting out. And no, her way out was not just shutting down; she reinvented her...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society explores the inspiring journey of Jim Pridemore , co-director of Spectrum Studios , a non-profit organization making a significant impact in the lives of young adults on the autism spectrum. This episode reveals the mission behind Spectrum Studios, its unique business model, and how the business is creating employment and...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ready to streamline your marketing and avoid shiny distractions? Our guest, Sara Nay , COO of Duct Tape Marketing and founder of Spark Lab Consulting , shares her knowledge, adding layers of insight on how to make your small business marketing more effective, with Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society . Nay takes us through the history of Duct Tape Marketing,...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! If you've ever pondered the meeting point of artificial intelligence and human creativity, this podcast episode is a feast for your thoughts. Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society is joined by Manuj Aggarwal , the inspiring founder of TetraNoodle Technologies , whose journey from a small Indian town to the forefront of Canadian tech entrepreneurship is re...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ready to uncover the journey from film to digital photography? In this episode, Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with four former Eastman Kodak Co. executives - Ben Gibson , Bill Jackson , Mike McDougall , and Craig McGowan - who were there on the front lines of early consumer digital imaging. In this conversation, our very first panel discussion tr...