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In an era where personalized experiences are rapidly becoming the cornerstone of customer loyalty, Steven Galanis and the team at Cameo are creating new opportunities for fans to engage with their favorite talent. As CEO and co-founder, Galanis has spearheaded a unique business that blends entertainment, technology, and loyalty innovation. 

"Cameo is a marketplace where you can book personalized video messages from tens of thousands of the most interesting people in pop culture," Galanis explains. "We started the business in 2017 with the idea that the selfie was the new autograph." 

From that simple premise, Cameo has grown into a platform with a 4.9-star rating in the App Store, millions of videos sold, and a dedicated base of super fans. Yet, Galanis admits the opportunity is still much larger than the current footprint. "People ask, 'Did you ever think Cameo would be this big?' And the truth is, I look at it every day, and I can't believe we're this small," he says. "We believe there's about 50 million people in the world that could be professional creators on Cameo. Today, we have 60,000." 

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When Jay Jhun joined Church’s Texas Chicken® three years ago, he stepped into a 73-year old legacy brand with a fiercely loyal guest base—but without a formal loyalty program in place. What followed was a fast-paced, ground-up effort to create a digital and loyalty ecosystem that could serve both the brand’s long-standing values and its evolving customer expectations. Today, Jhun leads loyalty and digital strategy for the brand as Senior Director, and in less than a year since launching the brand’s "Real Rewards" loyalty program, Church’s has already seen measurable success in both digital engagement and emotional guest connection. 

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In this edition of Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Industry Voices, Loyalty360’s Ethan Perry spoke with Jim Sturm, President of North America at Capillary Technologies, about the company’s aggressive growth strategy, its differentiators in the crowded loyalty technology marketplace, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping loyalty programs for 2025 and beyond.

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For nearly 70 years, Blain’s Farm & Fleet has stood as a trusted destination for rural and suburban consumers across the Midwest—earning its reputation as the “modern general store” through a steadfast commitment to community, convenience, and customer loyalty. 

In this edition of Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Brand Stories, we sat down with Aly Blawat, who leads Customer Research, Insights, Personalization Strategy, and Loyalty at Blain’s Farm & Fleet, to learn more about how the brand continues to evolve its value proposition, listen deeply to its customers, and execute a loyalty strategy that’s both personal and purpose-driven. 

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Loyalty360 sat down with David Andreadakis, Chief Commercial Officer at Loyalty Juggernaut, for a wide-ranging discussion on the evolution of customer loyalty, the shifting role of providers, and why actionable data — not just data collection — will separate tomorrow’s leaders from the rest.

Andreadakis, who joined Loyalty Juggernaut five months ago, brings a deep appreciation for the intersection of creativity, data, and customer experience. With a personal passion for music and storytelling, he approaches loyalty as both a science and an art — one that requires brands and providers to continually innovate and adapt.

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In this edition of Loyalty360’s Executive Spotlight, we speak with Erik Kapila, Director of Loyalty at Marcus Theatres. With over 25 years of experience spanning CPG, retail, and entertainment, Erik brings a wealth of knowledge in loyalty program strategy, analytics, and customer experience. 

During this conversation with Mark Johnson, Loyalty360’s CEO, Erik shares his journey from Procter & Gamble and Kimberly Clark to launching loyalty programs at Fleet Farm and Marcus Theatres. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in entertainment loyalty, the importance of personalization and member value, and the insights that drive meaningful engagement. Erik also offers thoughtful advice for early-career professionals, emphasizing the importance of deeply understanding your customers and solving real business problems. 

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In the world of hospitality and entertainment, where luxury experiences and personalized services are paramount, MGM Resorts International stands out for its ability to blend world-class gaming with immersive experiences. With a portfolio that spans across the globe—from Las Vegas to international markets like China, the United Arab Emirates, and Japan—MGM Resorts has mastered the art of customer loyalty through its innovative MGM Rewards program. At the forefront of this transformation is Anil Mansukhani, Vice President of Loyalty Marketing, who has led the charge in shaping the program to meet the evolving needs of MGM’s guests.

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With a legacy that spans nearly a century, Tractor Supply Company (TSC) has grown from a humble mail-order catalog to the largest rural lifestyle retailer in North America. With over 2,500 stores across the U.S., including the Tractor Supply brand and pet-specialty retailer Petsense by Tractor Supply, the company continues to evolve—not just in size, but in how it builds meaningful, lasting relationships with its customers. 

Driving customer loyalty for the brand is Joe Leone, Vice President of Marketing, who now leads Tractor Supply’s LEAP team, an integrated unit that oversees Loyalty, Engagement, Analytics, and Personalization. Leone and his team are reshaping the company’s customer experience through data, strategic listening, and a deep commitment to mission-driven loyalty. 

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From late-night honey butter chicken biscuits to meme-worthy social engagement, Whataburger has cemented itself as a beloved brand with a fiercely loyal fan base. Founded in 1950 by Harmon Dobson in Corpus Christi, Texas, the company was built on a straightforward promise: to serve a burger so big it takes two hands to hold and so good that customers exclaim, "What a burger!" 

Today, Whataburger is in the midst of a multi-state expansion, combining its storied heritage with innovative technology and personalized digital experiences. At the center of this transformation is Keith McLellan, Group Director of Digital Customer Experience. 

"As the digital customer experience lead, I'm really focused on leaning into that convenience culture and helping our brand understand the future state of our consumers," McLellan explains. "We're trying to drive the outcome of loyalty through just great food and great service." 

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In the current world of customer loyalty, payments and incentives are no longer just transactional, they are foundational elements that shape how customers feel about a brand. For Vince Chiofolo, Senior Vice President of Revenue Strategy at Dash Solutions, the future of loyalty lies in marrying seamless payments with meaningful engagement. 

“You can have the best product, service, and price,” Chiofolo explains, “but the payment experience should also be best-in-class.”  

Dash Solutions, a fintech pioneer with nearly 30 years of experience, is reshaping how brands deliver rewards and payments. By replacing slow, outdated processes like mailing paper checks with digital, real-time payment options, Dash Solutions makes it easier and faster for businesses to pay customers and employees, while boosting engagement. 

“At Dash, our rally cry is ‘make payments mean more,’” Chiofolo says. “We don’t just process payments; we create experiences that motivate behavior and foster loyalty.”