In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Arum Nixon, Australian Chapter Lead at Ad Net Zero, and Nicola Harvey, Head of Strategic Initiatives at The Guardian Australia, to unpack Ad Net Zero's new white paper, Triple Win for Marketers. With new analysis showing advertising can account for more than 5% of a company's scope 3 emissions, and mandatory climate reporting extending to full supply chains next year, the conversation explores why this has landed squarely on marketers' desks, and why it's an opportunity. The panel discusses the shift from spend-based estimates to activity-based measurement and the role of the Global Media Sustainability Framework in giving the industry a common language. They also walk through the white paper's five-step maturity journey for marketers, from establishing a baseline to building carbon into planning decisions. Listen now!

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Arum Nixon, Australian Chapter Lead at Ad Net Zero, and Nicola Harvey, Head of Strategic Initiatives at The Guardian Australia, to unpack Ad Net Zero's new white paper, Triple Win for Marketers. With new analysis showing advertising can account for more than 5% of a company's scope 3 emissions, and mandatory climate reporting extending to full supply chains next year, the conversation explores why this has landed squarely on marketers' desks, and why it's an opportunity. The panel discusses the shift from spend-based estimates to activity-based measurement and the role of the Global Media Sustainability Framework in giving the industry a common language. They also walk through the white paper's five-step maturity journey for marketers, from establishing a baseline to building carbon into planning decisions. Listen now!

Lower Carbon in Digital Advertising: Triple Win for Businesses

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Luke Smith, Senior Director - CTV/OTT and Online Video, APAC at PubMatic, and Katie Finney, National Television Sales Director at Southern Cross Media Group, to discuss PubMatic's new report, How Co-Viewing Redefines Attention, and what it means for how CTV is planned, bought and measured.

The data shows co-viewed impressions deliver 42% higher attention, 53% stronger recall, and audiences 70% more likely to act, yet CTV is still traded like a 1:1 digital impression. Luke and Katie unpack the missed opportunity on high co-viewing days, why pricing should reflect context and audience, and where measurement needs to go next.

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In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Luke Smith, Senior Director - CTV/OTT and Online Video, APAC at PubMatic, and Katie Finney, National Television Sales Director at Southern Cross Media Group, to discuss PubMatic's new report, How Co-Viewing Redefines Attention, and what it means for how CTV is planned, bought and measured.
The data shows co-viewed impressions deliver 42% higher attention, 53% stronger recall, and audiences 70% more likely to act, yet CTV is still traded like a 1:1 digital impression. Luke and Katie unpack the missed opportunity on high co-viewing days, why pricing should reflect context and audience, and where measurement needs to go next.
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Making a Good Impression (or Three): CTV Co-Viewing

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Daisy Smith, Programmatic Adtech Solutions Director at Acast, and Nikola Small, Associate Director DV+ at Magnite, to explore the evolution of investment in digital audio and what's driving its growth in the programmatic ecosystem.

Building on the themes from the IAB Australia Audio Summit in February this year, the conversation covers the growth in digital audio investment, and how an omni-channel approach is reshaping how buyers think about audio. The panel also discusses the measurement tools gaining traction, from brand lift and conversion tracking to market mix modelling, and what the industry needs to do to make audio an easier, more consistent buy. With examples from health insurance, creator-led campaigns, and always-on strategies, there is plenty there for those looking to add audio to the mix.

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Daisy Smith, Programmatic Adtech Solutions Director at Acast, and Nikola Small, Associate Director DV+ at Magnite, to explore the evolution of investment in digital audio and what's driving its growth in the programmatic ecosystem.
Building on the themes from the IAB Australia Audio Summit in February this year, the conversation covers the growth in digital audio investment, and how an omni-channel approach is reshaping how buyers think about audio. The panel also discusses the measurement tools gaining traction, from brand lift and conversion tracking to market mix modelling, and what the industry needs to do to make audio an easier, more consistent buy. With examples from health insurance, creator-led campaigns, and always-on strategies, there is plenty there for those looking to add audio to the mix.

Tuning in to Audio: Investment, Measurement and the Programmatic Opportunity

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Alex McLean, GM of Marketing at BMW, Gage Milecki, Customer Research and Insights Lead at carsales, and Nicholas Bailly, Commercial Director - Media House at carsales, to explore what the latest Australian Car Buyers' Report reveals about how Australians research, discover and purchase vehicles. With the average buying journey now spanning six months, the panel unpacks how consumers are taking a more considered approach to purchasing, how EVs and total cost of ownership are opening up new questions for buyers, and what this means for how automotive brands need to show up across the funnel. They also discuss the growing role of AI and LLMs in the research journey, the shift from launch-based to always-on communication strategies, and how first-party data and market mix modelling are reshaping measurement. Listen now!

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Alex McLean, GM of Marketing at BMW, Gage Milecki, Customer Research and Insights Lead at carsales, and Nicholas Bailly, Commercial Director - Media House at carsales, to explore what the latest Australian Car Buyers' Report reveals about how Australians research, discover and purchase vehicles. With the average buying journey now spanning six months, the panel unpacks how consumers are taking a more considered approach to purchasing, how EVs and total cost of ownership are opening up new questions for buyers, and what this means for how automotive brands need to show up across the funnel. They also discuss the growing role of AI and LLMs in the research journey, the shift from launch-based to always-on communication strategies, and how first-party data and market mix modelling are reshaping measurement. Listen now!

The Road to Purchase: How Car Buyers Research, Discover and Decide

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Alfie Lagos, Founder of Lex Lab, and Euan MacDonald, Director of Investment at Monks, to explore where media investment is really heading in Australia. While the headline numbers look healthy, the conversation dives into what's shifting beneath the surface, from the true story behind search growth, to the rise of CTV, social and retail media, to the automation question every planning team is wrestling with. They also discuss measurement, the skills the industry needs right now, and what the best-performing clients have in common. Listen now!

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Alfie Lagos, Founder of Lex Lab, and Euan MacDonald, Director of Investment at Monks, to explore where media investment is really heading in Australia. While the headline numbers look healthy, the conversation dives into what's shifting beneath the surface, from the true story behind search growth, to the rise of CTV, social and retail media, to the automation question every planning team is wrestling with. They also discuss measurement, the skills the industry needs right now, and what the best-performing clients have in common.&nbsp;Listen now!

Beyond the Surface: Media Investment In a Shifting Market 

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Jessica Gilby, General Manager of Digital at News Corp Australia, and Janette Higginson, VP of Buyer Development JAPAC at Index Exchange, to explore the growing role of sell-side decisioning in programmatic advertising. The conversation unpacks how publishers and technology partners are applying intelligence earlier in the auction process to filter and qualify ad opportunities before they reach demand platforms, reducing inefficiency while improving signal quality, campaign performance, and user experience. Listen now!

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB&nbsp;Australia, is joined by Jessica Gilby, General Manager of Digital at News Corp&nbsp;Australia, and Janette Higginson, VP of Buyer Development JAPAC at Index&nbsp;Exchange, to explore the growing role of sell-side decisioning in programmatic&nbsp;advertising. The conversation unpacks how publishers and technology&nbsp;partners are applying intelligence earlier in the auction process to filter and&nbsp;qualify ad opportunities before they reach demand platforms, reducing&nbsp;inefficiency while improving signal quality, campaign performance, and user&nbsp;experience. Listen now!

The evolution of sell-side decisioning and what it means in practice

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO ofIAB Australia, speaks with Kirsty Heywood from Publicis Groupe, Chris Manson from Ogury, and Mitch Greenway from OpenX, as well as Chair of the Executive Technology Council about the future of Australia’s digital advertising market. They discuss measurement beyond impressions, integrating AI, unifying audience strategies, supporting publisher sustainability, and navigating privacy and fragmented consumer journeys, while driving efficiency, growth, and responsible media practices through collaboration, data, and technology. Listen now!

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, speaks with Kirsty Heywood from Publicis Groupe, Chris Manson from Ogury, and Mitch Greenway from OpenX, as well as Chair of the Executive Technology Council about the future of Australia&rsquo;s digital advertising market. They discuss measurement beyond impressions, integrating AI, unifying audience strategies, supporting publisher sustainability, and navigating privacy and fragmented consumer journeys, while driving efficiency, growth, and responsible media practices through collaboration, data, and technology. Listen now!

The Big Themes of 2026: An Industry Perspective

In this latest episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Director of Research Natalie Stanbury, Director of Policy & Regulatory Affairs Sarah Kruger, and Tech Lead Jonas Jaanimagi to outline the key priorities shaping the digital advertising landscape in 2026. Marking IAB Australia’s 21st year, the team explores the Future of Measurement project, advances in experimentation and incrementality, evolving privacy reforms, publisher sustainability, and the practical realities of AI and agentic innovation. Listen now!

In this latest episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is joined by Director of Research Natalie Stanbury, Director of Policy &amp; Regulatory Affairs Sarah Kruger, and Tech Lead Jonas Jaanimagi to outline the key priorities shaping the digital advertising landscape in 2026. Marking IAB Australia&rsquo;s 21st year, the team explores the Future of Measurement project, advances in experimentation and incrementality, evolving privacy reforms, publisher sustainability, and the practical realities of AI and agentic innovation.&nbsp;Listen now!

The Big Themes of 2026

In this latest episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, engages in a discussion with Tom Sheppard, General Manager of Media Technology at Atomic 212, and Jan Bojko, Associate Director of Marketing Science, JAPAC at Spotify. Together, they explore the findings of a comprehensive case study on Bupa's innovative digital media campaign. The conversation highlights the importance of integrating diverse research methodologies to measure campaign effectiveness, including insights on emotional connections, attention metrics, and return on advertising spend. Listeners will uncover strategies for navigating the competitive landscape of health insurance marketing and learn how to leverage data-driven insights to enhance future campaigns. Listen now!

In this latest episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, engages in a discussion with Tom Sheppard, General Manager of Media Technology at Atomic 212, and Jan Bojko, Associate Director of Marketing Science, JAPAC at Spotify. Together, they explore the findings of a comprehensive case study on Bupa's innovative digital media campaign. The conversation highlights the importance of integrating diverse research methodologies to measure campaign effectiveness, including insights on emotional connections, attention metrics, and return on advertising spend. Listeners will uncover strategies for navigating the competitive landscape of health insurance marketing and learn how to leverage data-driven insights to enhance future campaigns. Listen now!

Assessing Audio Advertising Outcomes

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, explores the dynamic world of gaming advertising with industry experts Yun Yip, Chief Commercial Officer at iion, and Ori Gold, CEO and Co-Founder of Bench. Together, they discuss new research on attention across various gaming formats, revealing the untapped potential of this medium in reaching diverse audiences. The conversation delves into the misconceptions surrounding gaming demographics, the importance of creative integration, and the evolving measurement landscape. Tune in to discover actionable insights for marketers looking to harness the power of gaming in their advertising strategies.

In this episode of the IAB Australia podcast, host Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, explores the dynamic world of gaming advertising with industry experts Yun Yip, Chief Commercial Officer at iion, and Ori Gold, CEO and Co-Founder of Bench. Together, they discuss new research on attention across various gaming formats, revealing the untapped potential of this medium in reaching diverse audiences. The conversation delves into the misconceptions surrounding gaming demographics, the importance of creative integration, and the evolving measurement landscape. Tune in to discover actionable insights for marketers looking to harness the power of gaming in their advertising strategies.

Unlocking the Power of Gaming: Insights and Opportunities for Advertisers

The best minds in digital advertising break down and debate the topics that matter to brands and publishers. We talk to industry leaders in every area of digital about creativity, measurement, metrics, data, privacy and the technology that drives it all.

The best minds in digital break down and debate the topics that matter to brands and publishers.

The IAB Australia Podcast

Shruneek Prasad from Audience360

Monica Stopins from Val Morgan

Emily Changizi from REA Group

Paolo Modolo from Xandr

Orsi Toth Pal from Yahoo

Nicole Prior from Xandr

Nicholas Bailly from carsales

Monika Bujcevski from Nine 

Madeline Mckeown from Seven

Jerry Ralhan from Yahoo

This series explores careers in media and digital advertising, chatting with those who work in the industry on how they started their careers and providing tips for newcomers. 

This series explores careers in media and digital advertising, chatting with those who work in the industry on how they started their careers and providing tips for newcomers.

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