VK Energy Bar: Raising Standards for Good Energy

This week we explore the intricacies of launching a small business, the power of quality ingredients, and the importance of having a clear purpose with Vikki Krinsky, Chef and Founder of VK Energy Bar. A young actress turned private chef for Hollywood celebrities, Vikki was driven by keeping her cl…

Obsess: The Virtual Storefront Built by Human Curiosity

In this episode, we’re introduced to the next generation of virtual shopping with Samantha Lerner, the VP of Marketing at Obsess. Obsess builds stunning virtual storefronts that are revolutionizing online shopping experiences for brands such as Coach, Ferragamo, Dyson and Ralph Lauren for example. …

Podium Nutrition: How to Create a Brand Formula CrossFitters Trust

This week I’m discussing the power of community with the CMO of Podium Nutrition, Dylan Jones. Podium began by formulating pre and post workout powders born within the CrossFit community. My conversation with Dylan is mini masterclass for how to use audience understanding to make product decisions,…

Wedge Brands: How to Win @E-Commerce + Not Lose Your Soul

Today’s unfiltered truth comes from my guest, Ian Stewart, the CMO of Wedge Brands. Wedge Brands is a Private Equity firm run by surfers, who manages a portfolio of outdoor brands that includes Xcel Wetsuits. Wedge Brands has a unique model, focusing on providing back-office support to share across…

Kenneth Cole: A Masterclass in How to Evolve an Iconic Brand

We’re ringing in episode 50 with leadership and marketing insights from Global President of Kenneth Cole, Jed Berger. Listen in as Jed breaks down the multi-decade evolution of Kenneth Cole and how he’s using his entrepreneurial mindset to help the legacy brand continue to evolve with the changing …

Grove Bags: Cannabis Storage Finally Gets an Upgrade

High quality products demand a perfect environment to thrive. Chief Marketing Officer of Grove Bags, Lance Lambert says that perfection can be obtained with a little bit of science, a keen eye for details, and a lot of handshakes. This week Lance and I are discussing how Grove Bags is showcasing th…

St. Elmo Steak House: Using Insights to Bottle an Iconic Experience

How can a crazy amount of horseradish be the key to creating an unforgettable brand experience? According to St. Elmo Steak House, they’re just giving people what they want. This week my guest is St. Elmo’s VP of Marketing and self-proclaimed “Shrimp Cocktail Hype Man,” Bryn Jones. St. Elmo’s Steak…

The James Brand (P.2): What We Carry Every Day Tells a Story

In part 2, Ryan returns to discuss how The James Brand balances the needs of the knife community, with new audiences, as they reimagine the traditional pocketknife. Today we cover how sweating the details is key to creating a beloved brand. We discuss Ryan’s vision for his products to help people b…

The James Brand (P.1): What We Carry Every Day Tells a Story

Look in your pocket or bag right now. Go, on…we’ll wait. Ryan Coulter from The James Brand believes what we carry every day says something about who we are. Do you need to be professional helicopter pilot or a mountaineer for permission to carry a pocketknife? We say, ‘heck no’! The James Brand i…

Michael Ventura (P.2): Empathy + The Moral Code of Marketing

On our last episode Michael Ventura shared how his methodology of marketing helped organizations navigate change, improve customer experience, and generate revenue. But as Uncle Ben famously said, “with great power, comes great responsibility.” Listen in as Michael returns to discuss the social res…