Marketing Vanguard

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The word “vanguard,” is defined as “a group of people leading the way in new development or ideas.” Marketing Vanguard: the podcast, spotlights the people who are driving the industry forward. It will feature valuable, must-listen nuggets of marketing-leadership wisdom, humility, stories, strategic insights, and growth opportunities in an era of ever more complex industry pressures and realities. Together we’ll dive into what's driving the decision-makers of today to move the needle of some of the world’s most exciting brands in incremental or monumental ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Balancing Performance Marketing and Building Brand Equity with Gabrielle Wesley, CMO of Mars Wrigley
#61
Last Thursday at 4:00 AM

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, and creativity in the CPG industry. We explore the balance between performance marketing and building brand equity, leveraging creative content from creators, and amplifying ideas with technology. Gabrielle also touches on the importance of consumer ob...


Using Visuals to Bridge the Gap Between Creativity and Productivity with Zach Kitschke, CMO of Canva
#61
07/18/2024

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 mission to empower the world to design and its impressive growth to 190 million users worldwide. He also shares his excitement about attending the Cannes Festival of Creativity for the first time and...


The Importance of Staying Connected Through the Customer Journey with Elizabeth Rutledge, CMO of American Express
#60
07/11/2024

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 marketers, and driving and responding to culture change. She discusses American Express' initiatives for small businesses, the impact of AI on marketing, and their commitment to community and leadership development.



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Unifying Brand and Performance Marketing: Insights from Alex Schultz, CMO of Meta
#59
06/25/2024

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 landscape. Alex shares his passion for marketing and how he turned it into a career, as well as Meta's strategies for promoting their products and working with creators.


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Driving Awareness, Growth, and Loyalty: Insights from Jay Livingston, CMO of Shake Shack
#58
06/13/2024

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 discusses the challenges and changes Shake Shack faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and its growth and expansion plans, which focus on deepening its presence in existing markets while building brand awareness and loyalty. We also explore Jay...


Diversity, Mentorship, and Collaboration: Driving Change in Marketing with Jerri DeVard, Founder and CEO of BECA
#57
05/30/2024

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 Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to hire marketing talent. The conversation also touches on the future of marketing and the potential for today's CMOs to become tomorrow's CEOs. The conversation also explores the power of m...


Being a Vanguard in an Established Company: Lessons from Kate Huyett, CMO of Bombas
#56
05/16/2024

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-functional nature of marketing. With insightful anecdotes and future plans, this podcast is a must-listen for marketing enthusiasts.


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Unveiling the Evolution of Consumer-Centric Marketing: A Conversation with Bazaarvoice's Zarina Stanford
#55
04/25/2024

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 a guiding light for marketers navigating the ever-changing tides of consumer influence and business innovation.


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Creating a Culture of Fearlessness: Insights from Taco Bell CMO Taylor Montgomery
#54
04/18/2024

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 mechanics of brand management, setting the stage for his tenure at Taco Bell. 


He shares his journey rising through the ranks of Taco Bell where he began as a senior manager in produc...


Creating Value Through Design: Mauro Porcini's Vision for PepsiCo
#53
04/11/2024

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 business goals and the iterative nature of the design process.


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