

The Modern Customer Podcast
Blake Morgan
Go behind the scenes with customer experience leader Blake Morgan to explore the secrets of the world's most customer-centric companies.
 
Blake is one of the world's top keynote speakers, authority on customer experience and the bestselling author of "The Customer Of The Future" The Modern Customer reaches thousands of people each week conveying a message of how we make people feel - in business and in life - matters. Her weekly show explores how businesses can make customers' lives easier and better, featuring experts that provide simple, tangible advice you can immediately apply at your own organization.
 
Today's customers have the luxury of choice. The answer is simple; choose customer experience and customers will choose you. Learn how to put a stake in the ground on customer experience by tuning into The Modern Customer Podcast each week with Blake Morgan.
Blake is one of the world's top keynote speakers, authority on customer experience and the bestselling author of "The Customer Of The Future" The Modern Customer reaches thousands of people each week conveying a message of how we make people feel - in business and in life - matters. Her weekly show explores how businesses can make customers' lives easier and better, featuring experts that provide simple, tangible advice you can immediately apply at your own organization.
Today's customers have the luxury of choice. The answer is simple; choose customer experience and customers will choose you. Learn how to put a stake in the ground on customer experience by tuning into The Modern Customer Podcast each week with Blake Morgan.
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Feb 6, 2024 • 34min
Optimize Your Contact Center And Improve Customer Service With AI Technology
 Most discussions on revolutionizing customer service in the digital age highlight the importance of technology and personalization. Jason Finkelstein, the Chief Marketing Officer of Gladly, shares how Gladly stands out as the only customer service platform built around people, not tickets, emphasizing personalized, seamless interactions at scale. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Jan 30, 2024 • 28min
The Future of Streaming: Roku's Role in Shaping Customer Experience
 The podcast delves into Roku's role in shaping the future of streaming, focusing on data-driven personalization, interactive ads, and bridging the gap between viewers and brands. Sarah Monahan discusses B2B client experience, advertising in streaming, and the evolution of targeted advertising. The conversation includes discussions on personal preferences, streaming choices, work-life balance, and time management strategies. 

Jan 23, 2024 • 31min
Customer Experience Challenges, Trends, and Opportunities with Steven Van Belleghem
 In a saturated market, customer experience transcends price and product: it's the ultimate differentiator. Across the globe, brands are constantly innovating and refining their CX strategies to meet the evolving expectations of their customers. Europe, with its diverse markets and cultural nuances, presents both challenges and opportunities for customer experience (CX) practitioners. Steven Van Belleghem is a CX influencer, and he's worked with leading companies like Disney, Mercedes, Heineken, and Booking.com. Immersed in customer-centricity thanks to his family's photography store, Steven learned the transformative power of genuine connection. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Jan 16, 2024 • 27min
Designing Customer Experiences With JPMorgan Chase's Chief Design Officer
 As technology reshapes how we live and work, our expectations for banking are changing too. Convenience and personalization are becoming the new normal. JPMorgan Chase is injecting a dose of digital delight, with Chief Design Officer Kaaren Hanson mapping out and curating the digital customer experience for Chase customers. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Jan 9, 2024 • 28min
Phygital Retail At Canada Goose: The CMO On Blending Physical & Digital Customer Experience
 This week on The Modern Customer Podcast, Penny Brook, the former Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at Canada Goose, discusses how the retail industry is changing and how brands can create a better experience for their customers. She talks about the importance of storytelling, personalization, and technology in creating a memorable retail experience. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Jan 2, 2024 • 28min
2024 Contact Center Transformation With Former TikTok Exec
 On this week's episode of The Modern Customer Podcast, Donna Drehmann, who has held customer service leadership roles at companies such as Postmates, Asurion, and TikTok, discusses the pivotal role of managing controllable elements such as training and quality assurance (QA) in contact centers. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Dec 19, 2023 • 35min
The Role Of Retail With Martin Newman
 Retailers leverage footfall and conversion data to inform critical decisions like store location, inventory levels, and personalized marketing initiatives. But what if these metrics only tell half the story of why shoppers leave without purchasing?  This is where customer experience (CX) emerges as the critical differentiator in retail. Martin Newman, with four decades of experience guiding consumer-facing giants like Harrods, Burberry and Ted Baker, delivers a stark reality: prioritizing cost reduction over the emotional and human aspects of the customer journey is unsustainable.  Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Dec 12, 2023 • 31min
The Power of Proactive Analytics: Driving Smarter Customer Experiences
 In this week's episode of the Modern Customer Podcast, Isabella Villani, a renowned customer experience expert and author, illustrates how proactive analytics revolutionizes customer experience (CX). Isabella begins by explaining how this innovative approach enables businesses to anticipate and effectively meet customer needs, thereby transforming the CX landscape. Using proactive analytics, companies gain insights into the customer's journey, allowing them to foresee specific inquiries or needs. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Dec 5, 2023 • 30min
Customer Loyalty in Fintech: Trish Wethman's Transformational Approach
 For fintechs to keep customers loyal, a deep understanding of their needs and challenges is essential. Trish Wethman, Chief Customer Officer at Best Egg, stands out in this respect. She has redefined customer experience (CX) in the fintech world by centering it around financial confidence. Wethman's approach goes beyond just offering financial products. She aims to empower customers, particularly those with limited savings, to confidently navigate their financial journeys. This shift from traditional CX strategies to a focus on long-term financial well-being is a game-changer in the industry. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 

Nov 28, 2023 • 35min
Unlocking the Power of Unreasonable Hospitality: Insights from Will Guidara
 How can the concept of "Unreasonable Hospitality" reshape the landscape of customer experience within the contact center? In this podcast, Will Guidara, former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park and author of "Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect," shares impactful business insights. His insights into hospitality, leadership, and customer service provide valuable lessons for businesses seeking to enhance their customer experience and build a customer-focused culture. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Customer Of The Future. 


