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In this episode, I’m joined by Jackie Widmann, VP and Head of Marketing at BERO, the groundbreaking non-alcoholic beer brand rooted in Tom Holland’s personal sobriety journey. Jackie shares how she and her team crafted BERO’s identity as “the new gold standard” in the non-alc space, built an integrated marketing strategy, and leveraged authentic storytelling to connect with consumers. Jackie reveals the tactics driving BERO’s buzz. Plus, she reflects on career lessons learned from roles at Anheuser-Busch, The Infatuation, and beyond.
Key Takeaways:
// Crafting a Brand Identity: Learn how non-negotiable elements like authenticity, quality, and storytelling defined BERO’s “new gold standard” positioning.
// Leveraging Storytelling: Explore how Tom Holland’s personal journey with sobriety drives authentic consumer connections and sets BERO apart.
// Marketing Strategy: Jackie breaks down BERO’s integrated approach across social media and NYC events like The Corner Store.
// Building in the Non-Alc Market: Gain insights into educating consumers, raising awareness, and navigating growth in a burgeoning category.
// Career Reflections: Jackie shares what she wishes she’d known earlier in her marketing career.
Connect with Jackie: LinkedIn
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This week on Marketing Happy Hour, Cassie sits down with Taylor Berringer, Senior Brand Manager of Influencer & Celebrity at Urban Outfitters, to uncover the secrets behind crafting authentic, impactful influencer campaigns. Taylor shares valuable insights from her journey, including her hot takes on the future of influencer marketing, strategies for integrating influencers into Urban Outfitters' holiday campaigns, and lessons learned from years of experience with top brands. Tune in to discover how Taylor ensures campaigns resonate with audiences and what emerging trends will shape the industry in 2025.
Key Takeaways:
// Building a Career in Influencer Marketing - Taylor shares her journey and advice for those aiming to excel in brand marketing and influencer strategy.
// Secrets to Authentic Campaigns - Learn the strategies Taylor uses to keep influencer campaigns engaging and authentic, even as the space grows more competitive.
// Holiday Campaign Planning - Get insights into how Taylor approaches holiday campaigns with influencers, including unique tactics to create memorable, festive content.
// The Future of Influencer Marketing - Taylor's predictions for 2025, including emerging trends and shifts in influencer engagement that brands should prepare for now.
// Career Wisdom - Taylor reflects on lessons learned throughout her career and shares advice she wishes she’d known earlier.
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In this episode of Marketing Happy Hour, Cassie and Erica share some bittersweet news about the future of the show. Tune in as Erica officially passes the torch to Cassie, sharing reflections on their journey together and what’s next for Marketing Happy Hour.
Cassie also gives a sneak peek into the future of the show--including a continuation of weekly episodes every Thursday, a weekly email newsletter, and the Open Jobs LinkedIn group to help you learn about new roles.
Plus, find out what’s been in their glass lately and how the spirit of MHH will continue to grow with your career and marketing in mind!
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In this episode, Cassie sits down with N’Yaisha J. Aziz, the Global Social Media Lead at Uber, to dive deep into the world of social media strategy. From starting as an intern to leading impactful campaigns at Uber and beyond, N’Yaisha shares her insights on what it takes to build a career in social media, how she’s proven the value of organic social for revenue growth, and what trends she sees shaping the future.
Plus, get actionable tips for creating high-impact campaigns.
What You'll Learn:
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Getting Silly on Social Media w/ Jack Hailey of Chili’s
Connect with N’Yaisha: LinkedIn
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In this episode, Cassie sits down with Scout Brisson, the millennial CEO of De Soi, a brand revolutionizing the non-alcoholic beverage industry with its adaptogenic apéritifs. Scout shares her career journey, from her path to De Soi’s top leadership role to insights on what it takes to stand out in today's job market. We explore the growth of the non-alc category, the strategic channels driving De Soi’s brand awareness, and the art of storytelling in brand messaging. Whether you’re a professional aiming for leadership or interested in the future of non-alcoholic beverages, this episode offers a fresh perspective on building a standout brand with purpose.
What You'll Learn:
Related Episodes:
360 Brand Marketing Tactics that Work w/ Amruta Vyas of De Soi
Career Advice I’d Wish I’d Known w/ Cassie Tucker of Marketing Happy Hour
How to Stand Out: Career Advice w/ Brandon Rhodes of Disney
Connect with Scout: LinkedIn
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In this episode, Cassie sits down with Kamara Turner, Communications Manager at Walgreens, to discuss her career journey and how her diverse experience across agency and in-house roles has shaped her approach to communications and PR. Kamara shares valuable insights into creating compelling content strategies for a retail giant like Walgreens, the importance of storytelling in product launches, and how PR is adapting to the evolving digital landscape. We also dive into emerging retail trends that marketers should keep an eye on and explore the key skills communications professionals need to succeed in a fast-paced environment. If you’re in retail or PR, this episode is packed with actionable tips and industry expertise.
What you'll learn:
Related Episodes:
PR 101: Set Yourself Apart w/ Alice Hampton
Brand Communications 101 w/ Kate Haldy
Stories with Impact: How to Land Press Placements w/ Emmy Liederman
Connect with Kamara: LinkedIn
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This week, host Cassie Tucker is doing a solo episode, taking a moment to reflect on nearly a decade in her career, with five of those years dedicated to building her own business. As she celebrates these career milestones, Cassie shares some hard-earned lessons and insights for professionals looking to grow, adapt, and thrive. From staying grounded in personal values to the power of genuine relationships, this episode dives into the strategies that have helped her navigate challenges, push forward, and build a fulfilling path in marketing.
Cassie opens up about the challenges she’s faced in 2024 and how these experiences led to a powerful exercise in reflection. Whether you’re starting out, making a career shift, or just looking for a new perspective, tune in for practical advice and takeaways to apply on your own journey.
What You'll Learn:
Connect with Cassie: LinkedIn
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Marketing Happy Hour Rewind -- Top Episode with Deven Machette of Betty Buzz:
In this throwback episode, Erica catches up with Deven Machette, Senior Brand Strategist at Betty Buzz - Blake Lively's line of non-alcoholic sparkling mixers made from clean ingredients - to talk multi-channel strategies for launching new products and the secrets to successful brand marketing and positioning.
Here's a peek at what we cover in this episode:
[00:03:17] - Deven shares her background in marketing for startups, starting and eventually closing her own agency, and what her day to day now looks like as Senior Brand Strategist. She also lets us in on what their marketing team looks like and how she's able to balance the many different functions of her role.
[00:13:08] - Deven explains the brand's strategy behind launching new products and building buzz around newness while also lifting up their existing products, how they're shifting the positioning of the brand, a unique perspective on their presence at Coachella, and offers advice on how to determine what opportunities are a real fit for your brand.
[00:20:13] - Deven shares key differences she's noticed working with a celebrity owned brand and how the reputation of the celebrity is an integral component to the success of the brand as a whole.
[00:23:26] - Deven gives us her top 3 brand strategy tips for startup marketing teams.
[00:37:43] - Deven shares the vision moving forward for Betty Buzz and how they're reimagining the brand. She also touches on an important piece of career advice for any young professional.
Grab a drink and listen in to this week's Marketing Happy Hour conversation!
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Other episodes you'll enjoy if you enjoyed Deven's episode:
Brand Communications 101 | Kate Haldy of Anthropologie
Chatting Sustainability, Marketing Career, Hard Kombucha, and...Diplo?! | Annie Atwell of JuneShine
Product Marketing 101: Your Go-To-Market Toolkit | Jaylen Adams of Rare Beauty
Experiential / Event Marketing 101 (+ a Conversation on Thoughtful Leadership) | Amy Gaston (prev. Magnolia)
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This week on Marketing Happy Hour, we’re thrilled to be joined by Brandon Rhodes, Program Experience Manager for Disney Internships & Programs! With a diverse background in hospitality, tourism, and leadership development, Brandon shares his career journey and how he helps shape the futures of Disney College Program (DCP) participants.
Brandon brings unique insights into career growth, leadership development, and skill-building for young professionals. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, this episode is packed with actionable advice!
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Brandon: LinkedIn
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In this episode, we sit down with Howard Lin, Content Creation Specialist at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. With over 7 years of experience in photography and videography, Howard takes us behind the curtain of content creation at one of the world’s leading theme parks. From animals and rides to the spooky season of Howl-O-Scream, he reveals how his team uses social media to engage guests both online and offline.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Howard: LinkedIn
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