
Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast
Connecting the Advertising and Marketing World, One Heist at a Time
We bridge gaps across the industry—connecting agencies with brands, production houses with agencies, and aspiring talent with recruiters. Whether you're a marketing executive seeking the perfect agency partner or someone aiming to break into the field, this podcast helps you pull off your ultimate heist.
With over 150,000 listeners, we explore the people, culture, and insights shaping advertising and marketing. Tune in to conversations that break down barriers and open doors.
Latest episodes

Jan 31, 2025 • 37min
Geico’s Big Agency Shake-Up, The Omnicom-IPG Merger & The Future of Holding Companies
Geico is shaking up its agency roster after 31 years with The Martin Agency. What does this mean for the future of AOR relationships? Brian Bonilla, Senior Agency Reporter at Ad Age, joins Geno Schellenberger to break down this major shift, along with the Omnicom-IPG merger, the largest holding company deal in decades. We also explore how these industry moves could lead to more independent agency startups, the rise of roster models, and what aspiring advertisers should watch for in 2024.
Plus, insider insights on Super Bowl ads, A-List agencies, and more.
Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bonilla-40631783/
Connect with Geno: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genogeno/

Jan 30, 2025 • 50min
Zuri Godfrey Shares His Journey from Howard to Becoming a Leading Brand Marketer
In this episode of the Breaking and Entering Brand Side Podcast, Zuri Godfrey, Brand Marketing Manager at YouTube, shares his journey from Howard University to Big Tech. Zuri talks about building his personal brand on LinkedIn, landing internships at Google and the NFL, and succeeding in brand marketing. Discover his three pillars of career success: Resume, Relationships, and Referrals. Listen for practical advice and inspiration to break into the industry.

Jan 29, 2025 • 30min
Weekly Break In - 1/29/2025
Jack and Geno, Co-founder of Breaking and Entering, chat about the biggest advertising news of the week.
- Starbucks new ad and new stuff going on
- New McDonalds CMO
- Ad Age best places to work list
- Super Bowl Update
- Special mystery game segment

Jan 29, 2025 • 53min
Fortune Favors the Bold with Katie Hooper of Notorious111
Katie Hooper, CEO of Notorious111, reflects on her dynamic career journey, from leading brands like Ralph Lauren to taking her agency private and redefining its vision. Katie shares her strategies for building creative solutions that resonate, managing agency transformations, and lessons learned from her bold career moves. This episode is a masterclass in leadership and creativity for agency professionals and marketers alike.
Connect with Katie: https://www.notorious111.com
Connect with Breaking and Entering: https://www.breaking-entering.com

Jan 28, 2025 • 38min
Trouble Makers for a Better World with Peter Maiden of Convicts
Description: Peter Maiden, founder and CEO of Convicts, shares his journey from Rolling Stone to building a purpose-driven creative agency. With offices in NYC, LA, and Australia, Peter explains how his team creates campaigns and content that inspire change. Packed with insights, this episode is perfect for aspiring advertisers and creatives seeking inspiration.
Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-m-45291033/
Connect with Breaking and Entering: https://www.breaking-entering.com/

Jan 23, 2025 • 41min
BrandSide: How Wix's Sarah Adam is Redefining Influencer Marketing
Sarah Adam, Head of Partnerships and Influencer Marketing at Wix, joins us to discuss her marketing journey, the evolution of influencer marketing, and how her team drives success with Wix Studio. Packed with insights for both aspiring marketers and agency professionals, this episode is a must-listen.
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Follow Sarah Adam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1sarahadam/

Jan 22, 2025 • 23min
Weekly Break-In - Super Bowl News, Omnicom + IPG Merger Gossip, Awards SZN, and Pinterest is the New Tiktok?
We recorded our Weekly Break-In newsletter as a live show on Linkedin, and here is that recording. We dove into the MUST KNOW news in advertising from the past week.
We riffed, we informed, we entertained. Listen to this podcast if you want to stay up to date on the latest news in advertising and marketing!

Jan 21, 2025 • 42min
How Two Founders Are Transforming Brands Like Netflix and Nike with the Power of Happiness
Meet the founders behind Squint, a strategic brand consultancy reshaping how brands grow. Mark Lester and Kimberly Herrera share how they’ve helped Olipop, Netflix, and Nike connect with their audiences by leveraging happiness as a competitive edge.
📢 Perfect for marketers, aspiring advertisers, and entrepreneurs!
👉 Connect with the guests:
Mark Lester: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lestermarky/
Kimberly Herrera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyjherrera/
👉 Follow Squint:
Website: https://squintconsulting.com/
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Podcast, guides, and more: https://www.breaking-entering.com/
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Jan 16, 2025 • 43min
BrandSide: Building a Brand That Speaks to Gen Z and College Campuses with Max Schauff, Co-Founder of LineLeap
Join us as we dive into the journey of Max Schauff, Co-Founder of LineLeap, the app revolutionizing nightlife by letting users skip bar lines and "get to fun faster." Max shares how LineLeap grew from a college startup to a million-user platform, offering insights on guerrilla marketing, scaling a brand, and connecting with Gen Z on college campuses. If you're eager to learn how to build a brand that resonates with younger audiences, this episode is a must-listen!
Connect with Max: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-schauff-3a5393104/
Learn more about LineLeap: https://www.lineleap.com/
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Jan 14, 2025 • 45min
How to Break Into Business Development at a Top Creative Agency with Chris Copacino
In this episode, Chris Copacino, Executive Director of Business Development at Copacino Fujikado, shares how he broke into the business, climbed the ranks, and now leads client acquisition and agency growth. Learn about the unique Seattle-based agency culture, their top-tier client work, and Chris’s advice for thriving in business development roles. Whether aspiring to join an agency or navigating your advertising career, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration.
Connect with Chris here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscopacino/
Connect with Geno here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genogeno/
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