Young Influentials

Have you ever watched your favorite content creators and felt like you really know them? That's the vibe you get from Chris Olsen's content. He's active on TikTok and has recently launched his own coffee brand, Flight Fuel. In this episode, Olsen talks about how important it is to be open and honest in your content, he clears up the truth about those videos of him delivering coffee to celebrities,...

Men's skincare products often combine face, body, and hair care in one 3-in-1 formula, but the ingredients can be questionable. Women have more options for clean and safe skincare products, but now Charlie Razook is changing that with his brand Jackfir. Jackfir's goal is to help men feel and look their best without exposing them to harmful toxins. The three main products are EWG-verified and conta...

Did you know that the Stonewall Inn is where Pride was born? The bar's riot in 1969 sparked the celebration of Pride Month worldwide. In this episode, Stacy Lentz, an LGBTQ+ activist and co-owner of the Stonewall Inn, shares more about its history. Lentz is also the CEO of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back, the bar's sole charitable giving organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Paris Hilton is truly a creator of some of pop culture's most iconic moments. In 2021, she and Bruce Gersh founded 11:11 Media, a global entertainment company that encompasses film, TV, web3, and so much more. In this episode, CMO Krystal Hauserman discusses how 11:11 Media is using storytelling to elevate brands and drive social impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They say if you don’t see what you want in the world, go out and make it. That’s exactly what Imani Ellis did when she founded The Creative Collective in her apartment.   Creative Collective serves as a space for diverse creatives to come together to network and offer educational resources. From that, CultureCon was born. The conference serves as a major destination for diverse young professi...

Although he's known as "the boy with no job" on social media, that couldn't be further from the truth. He successfully transitioned from being an influencer marketer to becoming an influencer himself. Soffer credits much of his success to his wife, Claudia (@girlwithnojob). Now, he's the founder and CEO of Spritz Society, which offers a unique line of premium sparkling cocktails. In this episode,...

Many people wonder what it takes to become a creator, but often forget to ask creators themselves. In this episode, Brent Rivera and Max Levine, founders of Amp Studios, share their story of building a media company that focuses on empowering creators. They discuss the importance of building a creator's brand and intellectual property in today's world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

For most of us, when we think of cooking, Chef Emeril is the first person that comes to mind. As a young boy, Chef Emeril Lagasse developed a passion for food while spending time in the kitchen with his mother. Fast forward and he went on to lead numerous cooking shows and cookbooks. Now his son E.J. Lagasse is continuing the legacy by taking over the reins at Emeril’s, the first restaurant opened...

When it comes to TikTok, it’s the place where you can discover almost anything, from perfumes to new dance trends. Content Creator Jaeden Gomez and her roommate Kara Canella have created numerous dances that have gone viral on the platform along with her roommate, Kara Canella. In this episode, Gomez breaks down how she started dancing, working with LIZZO, and what she has coming next. Hosted on A...

\When it comes to food, we all have our favorite go-to- dishes and places we like to go. When traveling, one of the best things to do is look up where the best BBQ, ice cream, and pizza are, but what do you do when you go back home? Thanks to Goldbelly, you can order those foods no matter where you are! In this episode, we hear from Vanessa Ariel, Co-Founder, and Chief Product Officer at Goldbelly...

Finding a moment for yourself gets harder and harder as you get older. Whether it's work, school, family, etc, it all can wear on you. Mental Health is just as important as our physical health so making sure we take care of that should be vital to our daily routine. In today’s episode, we hear from Co-founder of Core by Hyperice, Brian Bolze, as he shares how the device helps practice mindfulness...

As a content creator, it can be difficult to find the right platform to connect with brands that align with your niche. In addition, it's important to have the necessary tools to ensure success in maintaining great partnerships. Influencer platform Mavely is here to connect brands and creators with the tools they need for a successful campaign and beyond. In this episode, Co-Founder and CEO Evan W...

For the last few years, the outdoors has become an extension of our homes even more. What many don’t know is how our community parks stay clean, events come together and why they partner with festivals. In this episode, we hear from the CEO of Austin Parks Foundation, Colin Wallis, as he shares how the foundation gives back to the community and how its partnership with Austin City Limits Music Fes...

Have you ever been to an activation and thought, “WHO THOUGHT OF THIS?! This is incredible!” Finally, we get insight from an industry mastermind behind iconic activations like Complexland and Adidas Operation AirDrop. In this episode, we hear from Cassandra Gagliardi, Sr. Manager of Client Partnerships at design and experience agency Jam3. Gagliardi shares her love of marketing and the thought pro...

We see brands come from all over to do activations at events like Coachella, but how do they come about? In today’s episode, we hear from Dustin Callif, President of Tool. Tool is a creative production partner that helps brands and agencies create amazing experiences. Callif shares how the company worked with Coke Studio and Virtue Worldwide to bring an immersive experience with digital popstar Ya...

So what’s next after a viral video? How does a creator turn their content into a business or jumpstart their career? These questions are usually guided by a person’s talent agency. In this episode, we hear from Reza Izard, Co-Founder and Partner of Underscore Talent. Underscore Talent is a next-generation talent management firm that represents some of the top creators across TikTok, YouTube, Twitc...

When you hear the words "business" and "finance," Bloomberg tends to come to mind. The company is known for its in-depth journalism and reporting on the topics of business, media, technology and beyond. In this episode, we hear from Bloomberg News' Global Head of Media and Marketing Technology, Chris Marino, as he shares the power of first-party data and breaks down how marketing technology (MarTe...

When it comes to food, we all have our go-to favorite seasonings and things we like to add to take our meals to the next level. Founders Nick Ajluni and Nick Guillen did just that with their company Truff. It originally started through a food and lifestyle Instagram blog called @sauce and went viral with the release of its hot sauce in 2017. In this episode, hear from the founders about where the...

We all have our favorite TV shows, and every year it seems that others become more popular than others. What do these trends mean, especially to marketers? In this episode, we hear from Imran Hirani, General Manager of Nielsen Scarborough. Hirani shares key considerations for marketers to account for when evaluating emerging media platforms for marketing strategies and how brands can build authent...

When it comes to social media, we are all familiar with seeing Influencers' collaborations with various brands. Many wonder how those partnerships and opportunities come about. Tech platform Influential is all about connecting brands and creators using its AI technology. In this episode, the CEO of Influential Ryan Detert shares how the platform stands out from others and why it should be on every...

They say music is the universal language. It’s something everyone can connect to. For decades, musicians and artists played instruments like the guitar & became known for the various unique guitars they landed. Brands like Fender are known for their quality guitars & ones that musicians truly trust. In this episode, we hear from the CMO of Fender, Evan Jones, as he shares his love for musi...

Welcome to our first live podcast! We did this at SXSW in Austin back in March. Today, I’m sitting down with Nadia Tseng, vp of strategic partnerships at Loaded’s Open World Solutions (a consultancy firm that works with non-endemic brands). In this episode, Tseng shares her career journey from being a CAA agent in sports marketing to now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Within the last few years, we all have taken the act of keeping our hands clean more seriously. With hand sanitizer, it seems like they’re all the same: boring, smells weird and leaves your hands feeling dry. Well, Andrea Lisbona has entered the chat to change that through her business Touchland. In this episode, hear how Touchland is making personal care fun through unique formulas and delicious...

For many of us, social media is our way to express ourselves. From celebrities to everyday users, platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram are the mediums used to share life updates and even upcoming projects. For musician Jacob Sartorius, social media is the place he feels comfortable being vulnerable, connecting with fans, and sharing his music. In this episode, Sartorius shares how he star...

When it comes to events and creating spaces that make a memorable experience, it takes someone willing to push the limits and help you step out of your comfort zone. That’s what design studio Meet The Edge does with its clients. MTE’s mission is not to just elevate experiences but help foster and create communities. From brands like Cipriani to YSL Beauty, MTE has helped them stand out in a crowde...