In this episode of The Speed of Culture podcast, Matt Britton sits down with entrepreneurs & investors, Kass and Mike Lazerow. The Lazerows explore the realities of entrepreneurship, sharing their journey from founding Buddy Media to navigating the challenges of venture capital. They discuss the importance of trusting your gut, the value of resilience, and strategies for maintaining strong partnerships in both business and life.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Kass Lazerow on LinkedIn

Follow Mike Lazerow on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Dan Mohnshine, Vice President of Marketing, US Confection at The Hershey Company. Dan discusses the evolving consumer trends influencing Hershey’s strategies, the importance of innovation—like the launch of Reese’s Caramel Big Cup, and how Hershey’s is embracing health and wellness for the total snacking experience.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Dan Mohnshine on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Isabelle Sakai, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Mark Anthony Brands International. Isabelle shares insights on driving innovation through deep consumer understanding, the importance of global experience, and the strategies behind creating and sustaining market-leading brands like White Claw. 

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Isabelle Sakai on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Suzanne Kounkel, Chief Marketing Officer at Deloitte. Suzanne shares insights on her career journey, the importance of curiosity and adaptability, and how Deloitte evolves to meet changing market needs. 

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Suzanne Kounkel on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews DeLu Jackson, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at ADT. DeLu discusses the evolution of marketing through technological advancements, the importance of listening to customers, and how ADT is innovating to meet changing consumer needs.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow DeLu Jackson on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Deirdre Findlay, Global Chief Commercial Officer at Sonos. Deirdre shares her career journey from finance to marketing leadership, her passion for connecting with global cultures, and the exciting new product innovations at Sonos.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Deirdre Findlay on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Cheryl Gresham, CMO, and David Kim, CRO at Verizon Value. They explore the innovative strategies behind Verizon Value's rebranding to Total Wireless, the company’s commitment to providing affordable, high-quality wireless services, and its plans to maintain a competitive edge.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Cheryl Gresham on LinkedIn

Follow David Kim on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Mary Ellen Jelenek, SVP & GM, Global Client Group, Global Merchant & Network Services at American Express. At the time of the recording, Mary Ellen was the SVP of Global Brand Marketing & Sponsorships. They discuss the significance of experiential marketing, the evolution of Amex into a lifestyle brand, and how customer insights continue to drive their strategies. 

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Mary Ellen Jelenek on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Dmitri Siegel, Chief Creative, Brand, and Digital Officer at Urban Outfitters. They explore how Urban Outfitters leverages in-store experiences to drive social media engagement, the balance between creativity and performance marketing, and the evolving expectations of Gen Z consumers.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Dmitri Siegel on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton interviews Dametra Johnson-Marletti, Corporate Vice President, Gaming Consumer Sales at Microsoft. Dametra shares her insights on the evolution of the gaming industry, the importance of a unified company culture under Satya Nadella's leadership, and Microsoft's commitment to diversity and inclusion in gaming. Learn how Xbox is adapting to the future of gaming, focusing on consumer choice and accessibility, and how AI and cloud gaming are shaping the industry.

Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz

Follow Dametra Johnson-Marletti on LinkedIn

Subscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.

And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.