
The Speed of Culture Podcast
To thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape, brands must move at The Speed of Culture. Join Matt Britton, Founder and CEO of Suzy, and key industry leaders, as they dive deep into shifting consumer trends within their industry, why it matters now, and how you can keep up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jul 2, 2024 • 38min
From Vintage to Visionary: Chief Creative, Brand, and Digital Officer Dmitri Siegel on AI, Gen Z, and the Future of Urban Outfitters
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: @AskSuzyBizFollow Dmitri Siegel on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 25, 2024 • 29min
The Ultimate Game Plan: Dametra Johnson-Marletti on Microsoft’s Global Vision
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: @AskSuzyBizFollow Dametra Johnson-Marletti on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2024 • 24min
Game-Changing Design: How Canva is Redefining Creativity with Executive Creative Director, Cat Van der Werff
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Cat van der Werff, Executive Creative Director at Canva. Cat shares her journey from an aspiring artist in New Zealand to leading the creative direction at Canva. She also explores Canva's mission to democratize design, the importance of empowering individuals and enterprises, and the potential for AI to enhance human creativity.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Cat van der Werff on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 18, 2024 • 28min
Airbnb’s Ultimate Destination: Exploring Extraordinary Experiences with Global Head of Marketing Hiroki Asai
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton chats with Hiroki Asai, Global Head of Marketing at Airbnb. Hiroki shares insights on leveraging creativity for brand storytelling, the importance of design in creating memorable experiences and introducing Airbnb's exciting new Icons category.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Hiroki Asai on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 2024 • 31min
Navigating the Golden Age of Marketing with Vineet Mehra, CMO of Chime
Vineet Mehra, CMO of Chime, talks about transitioning to tech-driven financial services, building future customers, and performance storytelling in modern marketing. Learn how Chime is revolutionizing banking and why we are in the golden age of marketing.

Jun 4, 2024 • 25min
Harnessing the Power of Reddit: CMO, Roxy Young on Innovative Marketing Strategies
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Roxy Young, Chief Marketing and Consumer Experience Officer at Reddit. They discuss the importance of mission-driven work, leveraging community engagement for brand affinity, and utilizing AI to enhance user and advertiser experiences.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Roxy Young on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 2024 • 26min
Setting the Bar on the Strip: CMO Eric Tosi on the Vegas Golden Knights’ Marketing Mastery
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Eric Tosi, Chief Marketing Officer of the Vegas Golden Knights. They discuss the role of sports in revitalizing Las Vegas, the strategic marketing efforts to build a local fan base, and the integration of technology and storytelling in modern sports marketing.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Eric Tosi on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 2024 • 34min
From Cards to Codes: How H&R Block is Embracing the Digital Age with Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, Jill Cress
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton welcomes Jill Cress, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at H&R Block. Jill discusses H&R Block’s strategic pivot towards digital and mobile experiences, the impact of AI on consumer financial interactions, and insights into career longevity in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jill Cress on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 2024 • 29min
Shifting Gears: CMO Alec Hanson Details How LoanDepot Adapts Marketing Strategies for Economic Fluctuations
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Alec Hanson, Chief Marketing Officer at LoanDepot. Alec discusses the transformative shifts in the mortgage industry, the evolution of marketing strategies in response to digital trends, and the power of personal branding. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Alec Hanson on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 2024 • 38min
Behind Hello Sunshine’s Success: Maureen Polo on Building Stories That Resonate
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt is joined by Maureen Polo, Head of Direct-to-Consumer at Hello Sunshine. They discuss how to leverage technology for human-centric storytelling, the growing influence of AI in content creation, and the pivotal role of consumer insights in shaping media strategies. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Maureen Polo on LinkedInSubscribe 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 suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.