We sit down with Jeff Perry, CRO at Carta, to explore how growth leaders redefine success when capital tightens, buyers get smarter, and AI reshapes cost structures. We unpack how growth has changed, why IPO-ready now means post-IPO durable, and how Carta scaled from a cap table tool to an ERP-like platform for private capital while staying efficient and customer-first. Jeff shares concrete tactics for moving upmarket, using AI wisely, and building teams that perform under pressure. • ...

How are we doing? Who do you want to learn from next? Text us with notes and ideas. A teen builds a hip-hop forum, hears its bars on the radio, and sends Sony a homemade cease and desist—then grows up to lead an AI video platform. That’s how our conversation starts, and the twists don’t stop. We bring JT White (Augie.studio) and filmmaker Jake from Koz Films into the studio for a frank, funny, and deeply practical look at where AI helps creators—and where it crosses the line. We dig into t...

Farzana Baduel and David Gallagher take on everything from Justin Trudeau’s headline-grabbing kiss with Katy Perry to how PR pros can unwittingly become enablers in global corruption scandals. In this special mailbag edition, the duo responds to smart, sharp questions from their audience, spanning topics from King Charles III’s strategic image evolution to the silent retreat from ESG and DEI in corporate America. They unpack ageism in the PR industry, dissect Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s con...

Andrew Steel is the eCommerce Director at Charles Bentley. Founded 160 years ago as manufacturer of chimney sweeping brushes, they now balance selling brushes and cleaning products via wholesale and dropshipping to some of the UK’s largest retailers and running their own home and garden eCommerce store. Annual Sales are now at around £30million across the group.  In this episode, Andrew shares the hard-won lessons behind managing 20+ sales channels, mastering stock control, and scaling a heritage

Being in a transition season as a copywriting business owner isn't just about building something new—it's about releasing something old. The version of you that got you here? She has to go. Not because she wasn't good enough, but because you can't become someone new while clinging to who you were. And that takes a kind of courage most of us aren't prepared for.In this episode, we're covering: Why transition is actually identity work (not just a strategy problem) What it means to undo who you've

Paperization has gained increasing traction in recent years. Elisabeth Skoda speaks to SWM International’s Philippe Ragot, who shares insights into how technology and collaboration can and already are fuelling advances and discusses the innovation processes that enable these results. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. For more packa...

Ben Dicken is a developer educator at PlanetScale, he's an incredible writer and teacher, who's made some amazing technical articles that developers actually love reading. We get into his reasons for working so hard on these articles, his process, and how he makes content that genuinely helps engineers understand complex ideas.This episode is brought to you by WorkOS. If you're thinking about selling to enterprise customers, WorkOS can help you add enterprise features like Single Sign On

Most clinics pour money into social ads only to end up with inboxes full of unresponsive leads. We take you behind the scenes of a simpler, stronger path: a landing page that acts like your digital front desk, qualifies interest fast, and turns casual scrollers into patients who actually show up. If you’ve been sending Meta traffic to your homepage or relying on instant forms, this conversation gives you the step-by-step shift to regain control of quality and cost. We start with attention me...

In this episode of Micka on Influence, host Micka Alexander is joined by Marcelle Eckstein, Brand Manager at SC Johnson, to explore the evolving world of brand storytelling and influencer marketing. From discovering her passion for marketing at just nine years old to leading campaigns for some of South Africa’s most trusted household brands, Marcelle shares her journey, her philosophy on people-first marketing, and what drives her creative approach.Together, they unpack how influencer marketing has

Welcome to The Rose and Rockstar - with the Chief Troublemaker at Seventh Bear, Robert Rose, behind the bar serving one of his splendid cocktails while our host Ian Truscott, a CMO but not a rockstar, picks his brain on a marketing topic. As Robert is a prolific writer, Ian returns to pulling at the thread of Robert’s writing process that they discussed last month. This week, they explore the process that Robert has developed for using ChatGPT as a writing and research assistant. The discussion

You've taken all the online courses. You've learned so much information. But you're still no further forward in your online business. It's not that you're not skilled or your online business is failing. It's that you're struggling with the same thing countless other Christian entrepreneurs deal with: the implementation gap. On today's episode, I'm breaking down what the implementation gap is and why it's affecting your success as a Christian entrepreneur. Then, we'll talk about how you can

Black Friday doesn’t have to be a race to the bottom. In this roundtable episode of The Empowered Business Podcast®, I’m sitting down again with my peer mastermind to pull back the curtain on what’s actually working in our businesses this holiday season. We’re sharing the real strategies behind our Black Friday promotions, how we’re using AI and automation to make it easier, and why you don’t need to discount everything to make big sales. If you want a peek behind the scenes of how seasoned d...

In this conversation, Tamerlan, co-founder and CEO of Armenta AI, shares his journey from being a commercial manager to leading an AI company focused on engineering compliance. He discusses the importance of compliance in the engineering sector, the expansion of his company beyond Kazakhstan, and the future of AI in government. Tamerlan emphasizes the role of AI in automating workflows and enhancing job creativity rather than replacing jobs. He also shares insights on effective sales strategies in

Vision, mission, and values sound like corporate nonsense, but when done right, they can shape every decision you make -from who you hire to the clients you attract.In this episode, we cut through the fluff to show you how to actually use VMV in your small business to make marketing easier, build a stronger team, and stop wasting time on people who just aren’t your cup of tea. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at brand statements but still want a business that feels more like you, this one’s for

In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, we travel to South Africa to meet Sheila Akinnusi, the Executive Head of Group Market Research at Nedbank. Sheila has been redefining what it means to connect business decisions with deep human insight — in one of the world’s most diverse markets. Sheila shares how South Africa’s cultural richness, diversity, and expressiveness shape the insights landscape. With 12 official languages, distinct regional nuances, and vibrant traditions, understanding ...

Ari Paparo and Eric Franchi speak with Rich Greenfield from LightShed Ventures about the state of traditional and digital media. They discuss Paramount’s evolving strategy, Larry Ellison’s growing role in media and technology, TikTok’s U.S. restructuring, and The Trade Desk’s Ventura OS. The conversation also touches on how AI and new ad protocols may reshape advertising and what these shifts mean for the broader media landscape. Takeaways Legacy media struggles with tech execution Larry

This week we're featuring our first live episode recorded live at SXSW Sydney in collaboration with Paul Blackburn, Chief Growth Officer at Vudoo, and one of the co-hosts of Commerce Media Matters.Be sure to check out… Their podcast: https://vudoo.com/commerce-media-matters-podcast/ Paul’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulblackburn/

Suzanne McKenzie is a creative entrepreneur and changemaker. After a life-changing event — tragically losing her husband to sudden cardiac arrest on the soccer field — Suzanne created a youth soccer foundation in his honor, using the power of sports to teach urban youth about health. To support her non-profit foundation, she founded ABLE MADE — a fashion brand for original off-pitch soccer style. Suzanne shares her personal insight into leading with positivity and collaboration at the interse...

Was planning my 2026 goals and accidentally freaked myself out 😅 The version of me I’m growing into feels a little far right now, but part of the journey is realizing I can catch up to her ✨ So if your future self feels far, don’t panic! You’re already becoming them 💛 Don't forget to like this video and subscribe to my podcast ✨ Season 2 is all about reflecting on my journey as a solopreneur and a business owner. I share the highs, lows, and the in-betweens, and how this experience has

Right About Now with Ryan AlfordJoin media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and charisma can make millions or unveiling the strategies behind viral success, Ryan delivers a fresh