INDIE WEEK: Leading with Creative Independence w/ Dana Lytle (Planet Propaganda) & Charlie Naus (Carson+Doyle)

INDIE WEEK continues with a first-ever double feature - bringing together two powerhouse indie agency founders for a deep dive into the independent agency mindset.

Dana Lytle, Founder & CEO of Planet Propaganda, and Charlie Naus, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Carson+Doyle, sit down to unpack what it means to stay independent in today’s ever-evolving advertising landscape.

In this candid conversation, we cover:

The biggest advantages of staying indie - why it’s a superpower today

The challenges of growing an agency - from starting in their 20s to leading successful shops

The creative freedom that indie agencies have over holding company networks

How Planet Propaganda helped define ‘Freaky Fast’ for Jimmy John’s

How Carson+Doyle is shaping the future of Gen Z marketing with clients like Spotify & Tinder

The mindset required to sustain agency success for 3+ decades

If you’ve ever considered starting your own agency, this episode is a must-listen.

Presented by Blood, Sweat & Tears - your growth partner for scaling indie agencies. Learn more at bloodsweatandtears.co

Connect with Dana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-lytle-8269283/ 

Connect with Charlie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-naus/ 

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