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- Today26 min
The $15 Trillion Audience Marketers Still Treat Like An Afterthought
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, Jennifer Meehan joins 55+ creators Stewart Reynolds (Brittlestar) and Granny Guns for a sharp conversation on one of marketing’s biggest blind spots: older audiences. Despite controlling nearly half of global spending power, the 55+ demographic receives only a fraction of advertising investment. The discussion explores why older creators consistently outperform younger influencers in authenticity, trust, and cross-generational appeal. Stewart and Granny Guns explain how genuine creator-brand alignment drives stronger engagement and purchase intent, while Jennifer highlights the industry’s outdated assumptions around aging consumers. The episode also examines how poor representation of older adults in advertising erodes trust and limits brand relevance. From redefining “aging” as “longevity” to embracing intergenerational influence, the conversation offers marketers a practical roadmap for connecting with audiences that brands have underestimated for far too long. What You'll Learn:Why 55+ audiences control nearly 50% of global spending power but receive only 5-10% of marketing budget allocationHow to leverage older creators for intergenerational influenceThe trust multiplier effectHow to identify brand-creator alignment as the foundation of influencer marketing Why representation in advertising directly impacts brand trust erosionThe strategic repositioning frameworkAbout the Guests:Jennifer Meehan is an EVP of Brand Marketing at Edelman, specializing in demographic trends, consumer behavior, and inclusive marketing practices. With expertise in trust research and generational marketing, she has identified critical blind spots in how brands approach older audiences. Granny Guns is a fitness influencer and sponsored athlete, recognized as the most followed older female athlete in fitness and the oldest sponsored female athlete globally. With 4.5 million followers across platforms, she transformed her fitness journey, starting at age 58 into a powerful multi-generational movement that resonates with audiences from teens to retirees. Stewart Reynolds (Brittlestar) is a content creator and digital entertainer who has built a multi-generational audience of millions through humor, family-centric storytelling, and universal entertainment across platforms like Vine, TikTok, and Instagram. Launching his career at age 43, he pioneered the "pub joke" approach to content, humor accessible to grandparents, kids, and everyone in between, proving that age is no barrier to viral influence and cross-demographic reach.Guest Resources: Granny Guns on InstagramStewart Reynolds on LinkedInJennifer Meehan on LinkedInEdelman Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago30 min
Purpose and Practice: Transforming Health Brands for the Modern Consumer
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Jenny Rooney speaks with Jason White (Board Member at Caldera Arts), Lina Polimeni (SVP and CMO at Eli Lilly and Company), and Nita Danielle (Content Creator and Influencer) about how health brands can earn trust in a skeptical, consumer-driven world. The conversation explores why pharmaceutical marketing must move beyond clinical messaging toward authentic storytelling, cultural relevance, and human-centered brand building. The guests discuss how AI can support personalization and operational efficiency without sacrificing authenticity, and why brands should participate in unexpected cultural spaces like sports, fashion, and entertainment to make health conversations feel more natural. They also examine the growing role of creators in destigmatizing wellness topics through honest, relatable storytelling. Packed with insights on positioning, personalization, and purpose-driven branding, this episode offers a modern blueprint for building health brands that consumers genuinely connect with. What You'll Learn:How to position your health brand beyond category limitationsWhy AI should enhance authenticity, not replace it The "Unexpected but Necessary" cultural placement strategyHow to use creators and influencers to destigmatize health conversationsThe first-party data and personalization framework for pharma How 21 years of brand consistency reveals sustainable competitive advantageAbout the Guests:Lina Polimeni is the SVP and Chief Marketing Officer for Eli Lilly Consumer Division, bringing over 21 years of expertise in pharmaceutical marketing and brand transformation. With a background spanning from sales to digital marketing innovation, she has pioneered patient-centric strategies that reposition Lilly as a medicine company focused on human wellness rather than product transactions.Jason White is a Board Member at Caldera Arts, and he specializes in transformative brand strategy and creative campaigns that spark cultural conversations. Jason has also served as the President at Wieden + Kennedy. With a career built on redefining consumer relationships, from his early work on Pepsi to acclaimed campaigns like "Thank You Mom" for P&G, he brings a consumer-centric lens to the pharmaceutical industry.Nita Danielle is a full-time content creator and influencer focused on style, fashion, confidence, motherhood, and health and wellness storytelling. With a dedicated audience that values her authentic, non-linear approach to personal journeys, she brings creator credibility to healthcare brand partnerships.Guest Resources: Nita Danielle on InstagramLina Polimeni on LinkedInEli Lilly and Company WebsiteJason White on LinkedInCaldera Arts Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago27 min
Keep Walking or Get Left Behind: Josh Dean on Reinventing Johnnie Walker
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Josh Dean, Founder of Dean and Daughters, and former Global VP of Johnnie Walker at Diageo, to unpack how Johnnie Walker has remained culturally relevant for more than two centuries while attracting a new generation of consumers. Josh explains how the iconic “Keep Walking” platform serves as a creative north star, enabling authentic collaborations across music, fashion, entertainment, and sports without diluting brand equity. From partnerships with Squid Game and Olivier Rousteing to campaigns featuring Sabrina Carpenter, the conversation explores culture-first marketing, selective brand partnerships, and how legacy brands can balance heritage with innovation to drive long-term growth and consumer connection. What You'll Learn:How to position heritage as momentum, not nostalgiaThe culture-first partnership frameworkWhy the product should take a backseat in culture-driven campaignsHow to turn cultural moments into commercial runwaysThe role of internal alignment in executing ambitious collaborationsHow to turn down opportunities strategicallyAbout the Guest:Josh Dean is the Founder of Dean and Daughters and a former Global VP of Johnnie Walker at Diageo. He brings over a decade of brand-building expertise from his tenure at Unilever and subsequent roles at Tommy John and S'well. Known for his strategic approach to brand culture and creative innovation, Josh specializes in driving long-term sustainable growth through purposeful storytelling and authentic partnerships.Guest Resources:Josh Dean on LinkedInDean and Daughters on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago20 min
Why Chasing Vanity Metrics Is Killing Your Social Strategy: Richelle Batuigas, EVP, Viral Nation
In this solo episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Richelle Batuigas challenges one of marketing’s biggest assumptions: that likes, views, and impressions reflect real success. Drawing on her work as EVP at Viral Nation, she introduces the Cultural Relevance Score, a practical framework designed to measure what actually drives business outcomes.Richelle breaks down how marketers can move beyond vanity metrics by tracking awareness, affinity, and velocity in a competitive context. She explains why legacy measures like earned media value fall short and how cultural alignment directly influences revenue and conversion.The episode also explores how AI-powered insights and structured data systems can transform social strategy into a repeatable, performance-driven engine. With a clear, actionable playbook, Richelle shows how brands can diagnose what resonates, optimize in real time, and finally connect social media efforts to measurable ROI.What You'll Learn:How to replace vanity metrics with the Culture Quotient ScoreWhy impressions, views, and reach don't predict business impactThe direct link between cultural relevance and revenueHow to build a diagnostic data foundation using AI and historical content The tactical playbook approach to social strategy, using real-time dashboards, daily tracking, and attribute analysis How to integrate social measurement into advanced analyticsAbout the Host: Richelle Batuigas is the EVP of Business Intelligence and Data Strategy at Viral Nation. She is recognized for her expertise in social media measurement and performance optimization. With a 12-year background in measuring complex marketing challenges, she has pioneered the Culture Quotient Score, a proprietary metric designed to move beyond vanity metrics and align social media performance with meaningful business outcomes.Guest Resources: Richelle Batuigas on LinkedInViral Nation Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Why Local Marketing Beats National Scale: Conversations with Coca-Cola, Ammunition Ventures, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and More
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Will Lee leads a Brandweek roundtable on how national brands win through local relevance. Featuring Kim Yates, (Chief Commercial Officer at Atlanta Journal-Constitution), Jeremy Heilpern, (Founder and CEO of Ammunition Ventures), Tom Gargiulo, (Chief Marketing Officer, BodyArmor Sports Nutrition at Coca-Cola), Matt Wikstrom, (Chief of Partnership Sales at LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games), Rebecca Hogan, (VP Communication at The Weather Company), and Jackie Choice, (Senior Manager Marketing at Cox Enterprises).The discussion explores how brands balance national scale with hyper-local authenticity. From building distinct brand architectures to activating local athletes, partners, and community networks, the group shares practical strategies to drive emotional connection and loyalty. They also unpack the power of weather-triggered, context-aware messaging and why empowering local voices often outperforms centralized control. The takeaway: brands that listen deeply, invest in communities, and adapt messaging to regional realities are the ones that break through today’s fragmented media landscape.What You'll Learn:How to transition legacy media businesses to digital-first models Why hyper-local targeting and personalization outperform national broadcast spend The emotional decision-making framework that makes local marketing work How to leverage distributed networks to tell brand stories authenticallyThe role of weather data and hyper-personalization in unlocking new marketing possibilitiesWhy authentic local presence requires listening, not just showing upGuest Resources: Kim Yates on LinkedInAtlanta Journal-Constitution WebsiteJeremy Heilpern on LinkedInAmmunition Ventures WebsiteTom Gargiulo on LinkedInThe Coca-Cola Company (BodyArmor) WebsiteMatt Wikstrom on LinkedInL28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Website Rebecca Hogan on LinkedInThe Weather Company Website Jackie Choice on LinkedInCox Enterprises Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago27 min
The Marketing CEO: Why Leadership Now Starts with Brand
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Rob Klara sits down with a panel of leaders redefining the modern CEO role. Featuring Bing Chen (CEO and Co-Founder, Gold House), Jessica Schinazi (CEO, Away), and Artis Stevens (President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America), the conversation explores why today’s CEOs must lead as marketers first. They unpack shifting from service to solutions, building agile organizations, decentralizing brand ownership, and using AI as an accelerator, while balancing authenticity, purpose, and leadership in an increasingly complex business landscape. What You'll Learn:How to Transition from Service to Solutions PositioningWhy Your January Strategic Playbook Won't Survive Q2.The CMO-to-CEO Pipeline is the Strongest Talent PathHow to Decentralize Brand Governance Across 10,000+ Global EmployeesThe Visibility Trade-Off: Personal Brand Authenticity vs. Organizational ExpectationsAI as an Accelerator, Not a Replacement for Human ConnectionAbout the Guests:Bing Chen is a creator economy pioneer, investor, and CEO and Co-Founder of Gold House, a platform shaping culture to unlock global opportunity. He also serves as Managing Director of AU Holdings, backing multicultural creators and communities. Previously, as YouTube’s Global Head of Creator Development, he helped architect today’s influencer ecosystem. A recognized global leader and board advisor to companies like Oura and Musely, his work bridges culture, media, and innovation across industries. Jessica Schinazi is a senior executive with deep expertise across luxury goods, beauty, and consumer electronics, leading high-growth categories with full P&L ownership. As CEO of Away, she combines digital innovation with strong brand-building strategies to drive profitable growth. Known for scaling businesses through strategic transformation and sharp commercial execution, she brings a disciplined approach to team leadership, business development, and delivering sustained, high-impact results in competitive global markets. Artis Stevens is President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, where he has more than doubled revenue and expanded mentorship access to underserved communities nationwide. A leading voice in youth empowerment, he has positioned the organization among the most trusted nonprofits in the U.S., securing historic funding and driving large-scale impact. Recognized by TIME and ForbesBLK, Stevens is known for transforming mission-driven organizations through innovative partnerships, cultural leadership, and a bold vision for scalable social change.Guest Resources: Bing Chen on LinkedInGold House WebsiteJessica Schinazi on LinkedInAway WebsiteArtis Stevens on LinkedInBig Brothers Big Sisters of America Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago43 min
The Funnel Is Dead: Now What? Conversations with Sephora, SmartCommerce, Liquid Death, and More
In this episode of Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Alison Weissbrot moderates a panel of industry leaders redefining modern commerce. Featuring Jennifer Silverberg (CEO, SmartCommerce), Benoit Vatere (Chief Media Officer, Liquid Death), Tisha Thompson (Founder & CEO, LYS Beauty), Nicole Vinson (VP, Kellanova), Candace Payne (VP Marketing, Sephora), and Beth Tripaldi (Head of Strategy, Argonaut), the discussion explores why the traditional funnel has collapsed. The group unpacks omnichannel strategies, retail media, and data-driven creativity needed to win in a fragmented, fast-moving consumer journey. What You'll Learn:How to Stop Using "Funnel" Language and Start Thinking in FlywheelsWhy Your Upper and Lower Funnel Creative Must Be Strategically DifferentThe Identity Resolution Framework to Drive Repeat Purchase in CPGHow to Leverage Retail Media Partnerships for Consumer DataThe Relevance-Over-Personalization Principle for Stopping the ScrollWhy Retailers Becoming Media Companies Changes EverythingHow to Prepare for AI-Driven Commerce Before Agents Reshape DiscoveryThe Creativity Moat in an AI-Saturated Data WorldAbout the Guests:Tisha Thompson is the Founder and CEO of LYS Beauty, a disruptive beauty brand focused on inclusive color ranges and empowering self-expression. Her firsthand experience scaling a DTC beauty brand through viral moments and strategic retail partnerships provides a critical perspective on how modern consumers discover and commit to brands.Benoit Vatere is the Chief Marketing Officer at Liquid Death, the functional beverage brand known for bold brand-building and unconventional marketing. His expertise spans CPG marketing, brand identity, and navigating the complex balance between upper-funnel brand awareness and lower-funnel retail conversion.Jennifer Silverberg is the Founder of Smart Commerce, specializing in omnichannel retail strategies and creator commerce. Her deep involvement in platforms like Sephora's Creator Storefronts makes her a leading voice on how brands and retailers are redefining the shopping experience through technology and partnerships.Nicole Vinson leads Global Marketing Excellence for Kelanova (formerly part of Kellogg Company), bringing enterprise CPG expertise to discussions about data, retail relationships, and the evolving role of marketing in driving business outcomes at scale.Beth Tripaldi is the Head of Strategy at Argonaut, an independent creative shop. Her background in brand strategy and her focus on the intersection of creativity, data, and consumer insights make her a valuable voice on how to build long-term brand value while driving short-term sales.Candace Payne is the Vice President of Marketing, Brand and Seasonal Campaigns at Sephora, where she oversees creative strategy and campaign execution for one of the world's leading beauty retailers. Her expertise in content production, creator partnerships, and seasonal marketing provides a retail-side perspective on brand-retailer collaboration.Guest Resources: Tisha Thompson on LinkedInLYS Beauty WebsiteBenoit Vatere on LinkedInLiquid Death WebsiteJennifer Silverberg on LinkedInSmartCommerce WebsiteNicole Vinson on LinkedInKellanova Website Beth Tripaldi on LinkedInArgonaut Website Candace Payne on LinkedInSephora Website </ul
- 3 weeks ago22 min
How Popeyes Turns Cultural Moments Into Measurable Sales
In this week's Adspeak by ADWEEK, host Brittany, Creative Editor at ADWEEK, speaks with Bart LaCount, SVP and CMO at Popeyes, and Joe Maglio, CEO at Cheil Agency Network, about how Popeyes became a cultural force. They explore balancing viral marketing with consistent sales, using social listening to spark unexpected collaborations, and scaling brand assets into impactful campaigns. The conversation highlights rapid experimentation, consumer co-creation, and embracing polarizing ideas to stay relevant, while also examining how partnerships, personalization, and AI are reshaping customer experiences in a competitive QSR landscape. What You'll Learn:How to monitor social listening at scale to identify co-creation opportunitiesWhy QSR demands simultaneous execution of "brand overnight and sales overnight."The pickle takeover framework for leveraging brand equity into cultural momentsHow to operationalize a two-way cultural conversation The strategic role of partnerships in amplifying brand reach beyond additive value How generative UI and personalization will reshape QSR ordering while maintaining operational feasibilityAbout the Guests:Bart LaCount is the SVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, bringing over 20 years of strategic leadership, including 18 years at Pepsico. He also has extensive experience across food and beverage categories, ranging from CPG to quick-service restaurants. Bart has developed deep expertise in navigating competitive, fast-paced markets where innovation cycles are shorter, and consumer engagement happens in real time.Joe Maglio is the CEO of Cheil Agency Network, a collective of leading creative, production, and media agencies including McKinney, Iris, Attention Arc, CYLNDR Studios, and Barbarian. In his role, he oversees the performance of each agency while leading a cross-functional network team spanning finance, operations, HR, and growth, ensuring both creative excellence and business performance across the organization.Guest Resources: Bart LaCount on LinkedInPopeyes WebsiteJoe Maglio on LinkedInCheil Network Agency Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Adspeak
Love it or hate it, the advertising and marketing industry is the ultimate broker of power and influence in the world today. Adspeak, hosted by ADWEEK editor in chief Ryan Joe, brings to life stories from our top reporters, delving into the people, brands, ad agencies, and adtech giants that shape how we view the world, the products we buy, and the entertainment we enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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