Today we are re-publishing this fantastic episode from our archive as our planned episode has been delayed for technical reasons.

In this archived episode, Ben Lipsey — Senior Vice President of Customer Loyalty and President of Flying Blue, the joint loyalty program of Air France, KLM, and Transavia — shares a fascinating look into the evolution of airline loyalty.

Originally recorded at a time when Flying Blue had just surpassed 22 million members, Ben talks through their bold program updates, including new member propositions, pricing changes, and the creation of a dedicated legal structure for Flying Blue. He also reveals their plans to explore a subscription-based loyalty model.

Revisit this conversation for timeless insights on innovation, structure, and strategy in one of Europe’s most dynamic airline loyalty programs.

This episode was published on 11 January 2024

1)⁠ Ben Lipsey⁠

2) ⁠Air France⁠

3) ⁠KLM⁠⁠

4) ⁠Transavia⁠⁠

5) ⁠⁠Flying Blue⁠⁠

Today we are re-publishing this fantastic episode from our archive as our planned episode has been delayed for technical reasons.

As Ford Motor Company celebrates 120 years of innovation, we’re bringing back one of our standout conversations — this time with Beth Leverton, Director of Rewards, Loyalty & CX at the Ford Motor Company.

Originally recorded after the Comarch User Group conference in Poland, this episode dives into what it takes to build customer loyalty for a global giant that operates in over 126 countries.

Beth shares the evolving vision behind Ford’s loyalty strategy — how they’re balancing legacy with future-focused thinking, and what loyalty looks like beyond the dealership floor.

Whether you missed it the first time or are tuning in again, this conversation is packed with insights into customer experience, emotional loyalty, and brand trust at scale.

Hosted by Paula Thomas

Show Notes :-

1) The Ford Motor Company

2) Beth Leverton⁠

3) www.Loyalty TV⁠

Join us as Heather Garboden, Chief Customer Officer at American Airlines, reveals how the airline is reshaping customer loyalty beyond traditional rewards programs. From enhancing digital tools to elevating premium experiences, Heather shares how data-driven insights and cross-team collaboration are driving initiatives that make travel easier, more personalized, and truly seamless across the OneWorld alliance.

Discover how small operational changes—like improved boarding processes and reduced gate-checked bags—are creating big wins for both customers and the airline. This episode dives into the emotional connection, trust, and reliability that American Airlines fosters to turn everyday travelers into lifelong advocates.

Hosted by Bridget Blaise-Shamai 

Show Notes:

1) Heather Garbodin

2) American Airlines

3) Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance 

4) Moments of Truth

5) AAdvantage from American Airlines - Insight-led Innovation & Industry Leadership

6) AAdvantage - Caring for Loyal Customers through Challenging Times.

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.

eBucks Rewards is truly an exceptional programme as you’ll hear so we're delighted to welcome Pieter Woodhatch - CEO of eBucks Rewards in South Africa as today's guest

Owned and operated by First National Bank, it is one of South Africa's leading rewards programmes which has now been rewarding banking customers for 25 years! 

Pieter today explains how members can earn eBucks while doing everyday things – like filling up with fuel, buying airtime and shopping in their partner retailers including important categories like pharmacy and grocery shopping - and then they can spend those eBucks on anything from a dream holiday to monthly essentials or the latest gadget. 

Please enjoy our conversation with Pieter Woodhatch from eBucks Rewards.  

Hosted by Paula Thomas.

Show Notes:

1) Pieter Woodhatch

2) eBucks

3) Rassie: Stories of Life and Rugby

4) #416: South Africa’s FNB eBucks Rewards is the biggest winner at The International Awards

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.

In this episode Bill Hanifin, CEO Wise Marketer Group, speaks with recognized industry figure Deepak Pradhan, Head of Loyalty Program & CRM at ADNOC Distribution.

This conversation will share a vision for the future of convenience and fuel retailing and will surely create “store envy” among many retailers. The state of the art at ADNOC is incredible.

Listen as we dig into how ADNOC is innovating in customer loyalty in this new retail model.

The episode is sponsored by Comarch.

Show Notes:-

1) Deepak Pradhan

2)ADNOC Distribution

Matt Zimmerman, a loyalty professional with years of experience across hospitality, gaming and travel.Matt’sloyalty journey began for with sheer persistence —after two years of consistently calling, they finally secured a role as a Loyalty Analyst at Albertsons (the U.S. equivalent of Woolworths).

From there, the moved into the fast-paced world of Caesars casinos, followed by several loyalty consulting roles that honed their strategic expertise. A move to Australia opened new opportunities, including leading the loyalty program at HotelClub, then joining Menulog during the height of COVID.

Most recently, they transitioned to the product space at Endeavour X, where he designed and launched a new loyalty program, pub+, and app from the ground up.

Hosted by Carly Neubauer

Show notes:

1) Matt Zimmerman

2) pub+

3) Peter Principle

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.

In this episode of the Wiser Loyalty podcast series, Aaron Dauphinee, the CMO of Wise Marketer Group, talks with the VP of Marketing at Cadillac Fairview, Craig Flannagan. 

Craig is one a senior marketing executive that has successfully stitched his customer and community marketing savvy across IBM and Microsoft into curating customer experiences at Canada's premier commercial real estate agent that operates some of the countries highest-performing shopping centres. 

He shares his perspective on loyalty being immersive of the human element, which begins from creating experiences that draw people into their spaces and then sees them return. 

A very progressive conversation on what loyalty looks like in a non-traditional sector (mall loyalty) that is intertwined with one more core (retail loyalty).

This episode is sponsored by Comarch.

Show Notes:

1) Craig Flannagan. 

2)Cadillac Fairview

3)Aaron Dauphinee

4) The Power of Moments * (Book)

*In this episode, the guest mistakenly refers to the book by an incorrect title. The correct title is The Power of Moments

We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the conversation.

In this episode, Charlie Hills interviews Dayoán Daumont, Head of Strategy at Ogilvy One, where he leads consumer engagement and loyalty strategy across the entire brand ecosystem for clients such as FIFA, Nestlé, and Michelin. Dayoán blends behavioural insight with creative precision to transform fleeting moments into lasting relationships.

The conversation explores his favourite book and loyalty programmes, key highlights and learnings from the initiatives he has led, and an in-depth look at Ogilvy One’s new loyalty research, The Four Dimensions of Loyalty.

Show Notes:

1) Charlie Hills

2) Dayoán Daumont,

3) Ogilvy One

4) The Four Dimensions of Loyalty

5) Neuromancer

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.

In this episode, Bill Hanifin, Managing Editor, The Wise Marketer, speaks with Mitch Walden, Sr. Director Digital Marketing & Loyalty, Scooter’s Coffee. Scooter’s Coffee was founded in Nebraska over 25 years ago and now operates over 800 locations in 29 states in the US.

Mitch is responsible for driving success for digital, loyalty, customer activation and owned social media strategies for Scooter’s coffee. His insights in this conversation will shed light on how this major coffee brand is creating growth and profitability through application of a coordinated digital strategy and a focus on customer loyalty.

Episode is sponsored by Comarch.

Show notes:

1) Mitch Walden

2)Scooter’s Coffee

3) Bill Hanifin

4) The Wise Marketer

5) The Energy Bus (Book)

This episode of Let's Talk Loyalty & Loyalty TV is in Spanish.

Hoy nos adentramos en el fascinante mundo del lujo y la lealtad con una invitada excepcional, Esther Subias Hernandez. Exploraremos cómo Puntos Palacio, más allá de ser un programa transaccional, es una estrategia holística que integra experiencias exclusivas, comunidades vibrantes y una profunda personalización basada en la data, elevando la relación con sus clientes a un nivel Totalmente Palacio.

¡Prepárense para descubrir los secretos de la lealtad en el segmento más exclusivo del retail!

Hosted by Alex Saul

Show notes:

1) Esther Subias Hernandez

2) El Palacio de Hierro

3) Pour Your Heart Into It – Howard Schultz