Marketing Vanguard

Listen to this special episode of Marketing Vanguard live from Commerceweek to hear Jill Cress, CMO of H&R Block discuss the necessity of human connection to undergird the very fundamental financial transaction of tax preparation.Reach the right audiences in the right moments with Amazon Ads. With a wide range of owned channels and creative ad formats, Amazon Ads helps brands seamlessly deliver innovative, immersive ad experiences for brand marketing, performance, and everything in between. From streaming to shopping to gaming and beyond, connect with consumers in the places they love to be. Learn more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica Kogan, the Chief Growth and Experience Officer at Vintage Wine Estates, has embarked on a remarkable journey that transcends traditional boundaries. Starting her career in the fashion industry, Kogan discovered her passion for revitalizing brands, breathing new life into forgotten icons such as Dr. Scholl's exercise sandals and Elizabeth Arden.However, it was her serendipitous partnership with wine connoisseur Cameron Hughes that truly set her on an extraordinary path. Combining their respective expertise, Kogan and Hughes embarked on a pioneering venture, giving birth to the renowned Cameron Hughes Wine company.Listen to this week's episode to hear more about how Kogan is driven by insatiable curiosity and how she ended up in the adult beverage industry. Reach the right audiences in the right moments with Amazon Ads. With a wide range of owned channels and creative ad formats, Amazon Ads helps brands seamlessly deliver innovative, immersive ad experiences for brand marketing, performance, and everything in between. From streaming to shopping to gaming and beyond, connect with consumers in the places they love to be. Learn more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 16 years of making his way through the ranks at Denny's, John Dillon is now President of the iconic diner that's re-defining the restaurant space. In a new episode of Marketing Vanguard, Dillon discusses the mishaps that led him to transform the brand."The key is to learn from it and learn from them quickly and fail fast," says Dillon.Listen to this week’s episode to hear more about Dillon's journey from CMO to President and how he's giving back as a leader within his organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an exclusive interview, Super League's CEO, Ann Hand, shares her profound insights on the gaming revolution and the exciting possibilities it holds for bridging the gap between digital and physical realms. With a focus on creating immersive experiences, Ann Hand unveils the strategies and innovations driving the transformation of gaming, offering a glimpse into the future where virtual worlds seamlessly integrate with our everyday lives.Listen to this week's episode to hear more about how Super League is creating immersive experiences as well as Ann's untraditional path from CMO to CEO. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of Marketing Vanguard, Melissa Waters sits down to talk about leading marketing through digital and team transformation over the years. Operating as a self-serve marketplace, Upwork gives access to a wide pool of freelancers spanning multiple categories. As CMO, Waters discusses how she and her team are pulling the human element through their marketing.Listen to this week’s episode to hear more about Melissa’s journey in the tech world to how she’s helping to evangelize the work marketplace for both talent and businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the current CEO of Sabra, Joey Bergstein sits down to talk about how he’s navigating the transition from marketing to CEO all while putting people first. “For me, business was always about creating value, creating growth. But the center of that is really understanding human needs and understanding how you can meet human needs through” says Bergstein.Listen to this latest episode to hear more about Joey’s path to CEO and how he’s looking ahead to create real growth and value for the hummus brand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off the heels of a pandemic, Fara Howard has seen many versions of GoDaddy. As CMO for four years and counting, Howard’s scope is broad as she oversees several functions to help entrepreneurs build their own future through websites.Now, Howard is bringing GoDaddy to new heights while focusing on fostering creative talent within the organization.Listen to this new episode of Marketing Vanguard to learn more about how Howard's finding inspiration and how the CMO is creating ripples affects over at GoDaddy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Chief Marketing & Trust Officer at OpenWeb, a company that builds online communities around digital content, Tiffany oversees marketing and leads trust and safety efforts. Xingyu Wang is working to reshape the blueprint of advertising to put digital trust and safety at the core of strategic growth rather than an afterthought.Listen to Adweek’s Marketing Vanguard Podcast to discover more about Xingyu Wang’s insights and strategies as well as her unique side passion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From her early days, Sarah Robb O'Hagan has been a trailblazer in the world of marketing. Before she took the helm at brands like Equinox and Gatorade, she rose through the ranks in marketing, working her way up to marketing director at Nike. As CEO of EXOS, her extensive background in marketing continues to shape her leadership approach."[Working for a CEO that's been CMO] is such a gift," Liz Austin, CMO of EXOS, said. "Sarah gives me a lot of leeway, but there are times I want her counsel because of her background and working for these amazing brands and her consumer sensibility. She's a terrific thought partner when we're trying to solve gnarly issues."Join us for this episode of Marketing Vanguard as we explore the power of a strong CEO and CMO partnership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a background in biology, Katie Williams initially put her scientific acumen to work at Procter & Gamble. Following roles at Kraft Foods and Mondelez International, she joined Haleon as a founding member. She now oversees a $5 billion U.S. portfolio featuring iconic brands such as Tums and Advil for the innovative consumer health company.Listen to this episode of Marketing Vanguard to learn more about Williams' intriguing career journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.