
Let's Talk Loyalty
“Let’s Talk Loyalty” is an industry podcast for loyalty marketing professionals.
If you work in loyalty marketing, join us every week to learn the latest ideas and marketing insights from loyalty specialists around the world.
Check out our website on: http://www.letstalkloyalty.com/
Latest episodes

Jul 3, 2025 • 52min
Cadillac Fairview Is A Curator Of Mall Moments That Matter (#683)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.In this episode of the Wiser Loyalty podcast series, Aaron Dauphinee, the CMO of Wise Marketer Group, talks with the VP of Marketing at Cadillac Fairview, Craig Flannagan. Craig is one a senior marketing executive that has successfully stitched his customer and community marketing savvy across IBM and Microsoft into curating customer experiences at Canada's premier commercial real estate agent that operates some of the countries highest-performing shopping centres. He shares his perspective on loyalty being immersive of the human element, which begins from creating experiences that draw people into their spaces and then sees them return. A very progressive conversation on what loyalty looks like in a non-traditional sector (mall loyalty) that is intertwined with one more core (retail loyalty).This episode is sponsored by Comarch. Show Notes:1) Craig Flannagan. 2)Cadillac Fairview3)Aaron Dauphinee4) The Power of Moments * (Book)*In this episode, the guest mistakenly refers to the book by an incorrect title. The correct title is The Power of Moments We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the conversation.

Jul 1, 2025 • 31min
The Four Dimensions of Loyalty: Insights from Ogilvy One’s Dayoán Daumont
In this episode, Charlie Hills interviews Dayoán Daumont, Head of Strategy at Ogilvy One, where he leads consumer engagement and loyalty strategy across the entire brand ecosystem for clients such as FIFA, Nestlé, and Michelin. Dayoán blends behavioural insight with creative precision to transform fleeting moments into lasting relationships.The conversation explores his favourite book and loyalty programmes, key highlights and learnings from the initiatives he has led, and an in-depth look at Ogilvy One’s new loyalty research, The Four Dimensions of Loyalty.Show Notes: 1) Charlie Hills 2) Dayoán Daumont,3) Ogilvy One4) The Four Dimensions of Loyalty5) Neuromancer

Jun 26, 2025 • 34min
Scooter’s Coffee: Brewing Success in the US Coffee Business (#681)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.In this episode, Bill Hanifin, Managing Editor, The Wise Marketer, speaks with Mitch Walden, Sr. Director Digital Marketing & Loyalty, Scooter’s Coffee. Scooter’s Coffee was founded in Nebraska over 25 years ago and now operates over 800 locations in 29 states in the US.Mitch is responsible for driving success for digital, loyalty, customer activation and owned social media strategies for Scooter’s coffee. His insights in this conversation will shed light on how this major coffee brand is creating growth and profitability through application of a coordinated digital strategy and a focus on customer loyalty.Episode is sponsored by Comarch. Show notes:1) Mitch Walden2)Scooter’s Coffee3) Bill Hanifin4) The Wise Marketer5) The Energy Bus (Book)

Jun 24, 2025 • 48min
Puntos Palacio: una estrategia holística de lealtad (#680)
This episode of Let's Talk Loyalty & Loyalty TV is in Spanish. Hoy nos adentramos en el fascinante mundo del lujo y la lealtad con una invitada excepcional, Esther Subias Hernandez. Exploraremos cómo Puntos Palacio, más allá de ser un programa transaccional, es una estrategia holística que integra experiencias exclusivas, comunidades vibrantes y una profunda personalización basada en la data, elevando la relación con sus clientes a un nivel Totalmente Palacio.¡Prepárense para descubrir los secretos de la lealtad en el segmento más exclusivo del retail!Hosted by Alex Saul Show notes:1) Esther Subias Hernandez2) El Palacio de Hierro3) Pour Your Heart Into It – Howard Schultz

Jun 19, 2025 • 31min
Flying High with Kris+: Growing Singapore Airlines’ Loyalty in Australia (#679)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Udhara De Silva is the Head Loyalty Marketing for Singapore Airlines in Australia, being involved in the successful launch of Kris+ in in November 2023, and growing the Australian KrisFlyer member base to become the largest outside of Singapore and localising the global KrisFlyer programme content to resonate with Australian consumers and anchor the Singapore Airline brand. Hosted by Carly Neubauer This episode is sponsored by ComarchShow Notes:1) Udhara De Silva2) Singapore Airlines3) KrisFlyer4) Kris+5) Hidden Potential (Book)6) Singapore Airlines Launches Kris+ Loyalty Program in Australia -2024 episode

Jun 17, 2025 • 45min
From Treats to Trust: Insights from Pets at Home (#678)
In this episode, Charlie Hills is delighted to interview Madeline Shaw, the Marketing Director of Pets at Home.Madeline and her team develop and deliver the Pets Club programme for Pets at Home, the UK’s leading pet care business. The company is dedicated to providing the best products, services, and advice to support pet owners throughout their pet care journey.In this conversation, we’ll learn about Madeline’s favourite books, her career highlights, key learnings from the programmes she’s worked on, and a deep dive into the Pets Club loyalty programme.Show Notes:1) Madeline Shaw2) Pets at Home3) Pets Club4) Charlie Hills5) Black Box Thinking (Book)

Jun 12, 2025 • 28min
Azul Airlines (Brazil) - Global Innovations in Airline Loyalty (Ep #677)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Today's episode features Raffael Fappiano Neto, the Product Manager for Loyalty at Azul Airlines.Founded in 2008, Azul Airlines is now the largest airline in Brazil in terms of number of flights and cities served, and in 2020, they won the award for best airline in the world by TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice.Raffael is responsible for Airline Products and Loyalty Projects at Azul Airlines, and he joins us today to share some highly innovative and even disruptive ideas - such as the option for members to burn their miles BEFORE they even EARN them!He also shares insights on their paid program – a subscription product which includes an option to pay a monthly fee and potentially earn tier status even without flying frequently.I hope you enjoy our conversation and a huge thanks to Comarch for the introduction!Episode is sponsored by Comarch. Hosted by Paula Thomas.Show Notes: 1) Raffael Fappiano Neto2) Azul Airlines3) Don't believe in Everything you Feel (Book)

Jun 10, 2025 • 37min
Circle K's Pokémon Go Partnership - An Award-Winning Game Driving Footfall (Archive Episode) (#676)
Today we are re-publishing back one of our most popular episodes as our planned episode has been delayed for technical reasons and ow also available to watch on www.Loyalty.TV and listen on Let's Talk Loyalty Today’s conversation features Circle K, one of the world’s leading convenience and fuel retail businesses, operating over 14,200 stores in 26 countries.In this episode, we explore how Circle K launched a cutting-edge global concept powered by gamification, strategic partnerships, and technology – all designed to deliver on their biggest commercial goal: driving both loyal and new customers into store.We also highlight a major accolade: Circle K Norway was named the 2023 NACS European Technology of the Year, a testament to their industry leadership.And with many of Circle K’s senior marketers based in my hometown of Dublin, it was a pleasure to speak with MJ Tierney, Head of European Marketing at Circle K.Tune in to hear how innovation and loyalty go hand in hand at Circle K.This episode was recorded and previously released in 2023. Hosted by Paula Thomas. Show Notes:1) Circle K2) MJ Tierney3)2023 NACS European Technology of the Year3) Inner Circle Rewards Program

Jun 5, 2025 • 40min
Inside Decathlon Membership: Loyalty Insights with Pablo Sardina (#675)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.In this episode Charlie Hills interviews Pablo Sardina, the Global Loyalty Senior Product Manager for Decathlon Membership. Pablo is a Growth and CX Expert in Sports Retail, focused on loyalty and relational models.He has spent the last 7 years dedicated to drive digital products business value by delivering the optimal marketing strategy, including customer insights gathering, go to market strategies and campaigns and activations planning.Today we will be learning about his favourite books, highlights and key learnings from the programmes he has worked on and all about Decathlon membership.Hosted by Charlie Hills Show Notes :1) Pablo Sardiña 2) Decathlon Membership3) European Loyalty Whitepaper4) Mando - Connect5) The Lean Start Up (Book)

Jun 3, 2025 • 33min
Paula Thomas, Oprah of Loyalty wins The 2025 International Loyalty Personality of the Year (#674)
This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Today’s episode is hosted by Amanda Cromhout, featuring a special guest – our very own Paula Thomas.In this conversation, Paula shares the inspiring origin story of Let’s Talk Loyalty – from spotting a gap in the market to launching the industry’s first podcast dedicated to loyalty, and eventually expanding into Loyalty TV.Now over five years old, Let’s Talk Loyalty has evolved into a powerful voice in the B2B space. Paula reflects on the journey so far and how, with its impressive reach and engagement, the show continues to outperform typical industry benchmarks.Naturally, the conversation also touches on a proud recent milestone: Paula’s recognition as the International Loyalty Personality of the Year 2025 – a moment of celebration for both her and the entire team behind the scenes.Show Notes :1) Amanda Cromhout2) Paula Thomas3) Let’s Talk Loyalty 4) Loyalty TV5) Wishes Fulfilled by Dr. Wayne Dyer