

AI for Revenue Leaders: The AI Hat Podcast
Mike Allton
Your revenue team is brilliant, but they are trapped in quicksand.
Research shows that high-performing sales and marketing professionals waste nearly 70% of their time on "Admin Drag" - the non-revenue generating tasks like data entry and meeting prep that kill momentum. You are paying for top-tier talent, but you are getting expensive data entry.
Meanwhile, you are facing a "Year of Reckoning." You know you need to adopt AI, but you are stuck in "Pilot Purgatory," worried about the "Shadow AI" risks your team is already creating in the background.
"AI for Revenue Leaders" is your operational blueprint for the Agentic Era.
Hosted by Mike Allton - a Revenue Architect and Director of Partner-led Growth - this show moves beyond futuristic hype to focus on the practical reality of leading high-performance teams. We don't just talk about tools; we help you build the "Digital Crews" that work alongside your humans.
In each episode, we break down:
The Agentic Shift: Moving from simple chatbots to autonomous AI agents.
Sanctioning the Shadow: Turning security risks into competitive advantages through governance.
The Human+AI Hybrid: Automating the "robot work" so your team can double down on trust, empathy, and closing deals.
Stop guessing. Start architecting.
Secure your team: Download the Executive Guide to Shadow AI: From Security Risk to Competitive Advantage at TheAIHat.com/shadow-ai.
Connect with Mike: Join the conversation on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/mikeallton for daily insights on leading the AI-enabled workforce.
Research shows that high-performing sales and marketing professionals waste nearly 70% of their time on "Admin Drag" - the non-revenue generating tasks like data entry and meeting prep that kill momentum. You are paying for top-tier talent, but you are getting expensive data entry.
Meanwhile, you are facing a "Year of Reckoning." You know you need to adopt AI, but you are stuck in "Pilot Purgatory," worried about the "Shadow AI" risks your team is already creating in the background.
"AI for Revenue Leaders" is your operational blueprint for the Agentic Era.
Hosted by Mike Allton - a Revenue Architect and Director of Partner-led Growth - this show moves beyond futuristic hype to focus on the practical reality of leading high-performance teams. We don't just talk about tools; we help you build the "Digital Crews" that work alongside your humans.
In each episode, we break down:
The Agentic Shift: Moving from simple chatbots to autonomous AI agents.
Sanctioning the Shadow: Turning security risks into competitive advantages through governance.
The Human+AI Hybrid: Automating the "robot work" so your team can double down on trust, empathy, and closing deals.
Stop guessing. Start architecting.
Secure your team: Download the Executive Guide to Shadow AI: From Security Risk to Competitive Advantage at TheAIHat.com/shadow-ai.
Connect with Mike: Join the conversation on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/mikeallton for daily insights on leading the AI-enabled workforce.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 10min
The AI Revolution is Here: What Every Marketer Needs to Know with Mike Allton
The AI revolution is transforming marketing at an unprecedented pace. It disrupts traditional practices while opening doors for innovative strategies. Marketers must adapt by blending technical skills with creativity and empathy. Ethical considerations are crucial as AI reshapes marketing practices. This change is not just a prediction; it's about navigating the immediate impact of AI on customer insights and content creation. Understanding these dynamics is essential for thriving in today’s digital landscape.

Aug 31, 2024 • 34min
Revolutionizing Event Management: AI Strategies for Success with Muhammad Younas
Managing successful events can often feel like juggling countless moving parts—scheduling, attendee management, and engagement, just to name a few. Even the most seasoned event planners struggle with the sheer complexity and time demands. What if there was a way to streamline these logistics, enhance attendee experiences, and elevate your event's success without the usual headaches?That's where AI comes in. Artificial intelligence is transforming the event management landscape, offering innovative tools and strategies to solve these pressing challenges. But how do you effectively incorporate AI to maximize these benefits?Today, we’re diving deep into this topic with Muhammad Younas, CEO and founder of vFairs, a leading platform in virtual event solutions. Muhammad will share actionable AI strategies and real-world examples to revolutionize your event management—saving you time, improving attendee satisfaction, and delivering measurable success.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Muhammad Younas about:✨ Streamlining Event Logistics with AI: Discover how AI can automate and optimize event logistics, from scheduling and attendee management to resource allocation, saving time and reducing complexity.✨ Enhancing Attendee Engagement: Learn how AI-driven strategies can personalize content and provide real-time interactions, significantly improving attendee satisfaction and engagement during events.✨ Innovative AI Tools for Event Success: Explore the practical applications of various AI tools, such as content creators, reporting chatbots, and networking facilitators, to revolutionize event management and deliver measurable success.Learn more about Muhammad YounasMuhammad Younas is the CEO of vFairs, an event management platform that helps organizations run in-person, hybrid and virtual events. He started vFairs in 2016 and has grown it since to serve over 6,000 events across 100+ industries with 250+ full-time employees globally. Under his leadership, vFairs has become one of the fastest-growing startups in North America as recognized by Forbes in 2023. Before vFairs, Younas was the Chief Revenue Officer at Bayt.com - a leading job site in the Middle East, where he maximized the business footprint in the region and also launched a multi-million ARR SaaS recruitment product called Talentera. Younas is passionate about event technology and frequently shares insights on LinkedIn on how organizations can serve a multitude of business goals with the right event strategy.Connect with Muhammad Younas on LinkedIn
Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
vFairs
Agorapulse
The Virtual Event Strategist podcast
AI-Powered Podcast Production: My Podcast Tech Stack
Gong
AI Marketing Primer: A Comprehensive Guide for Marketers
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/revolutionizing-event-management-ai-strategies-for-success/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many. Interesting in sponsoring an episode? Learn more here.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 2024 • 26min
AI-Driven Success: Social Media Strategies and Marketing Innovations with Milou Pietersz
Milou Pietersz, founder and CEO of Simply Multimedia, shares her inspiring journey from UberEats driver to a marketing agency leader. She discusses how AI is transforming marketing strategies and enhancing social media workflows. Milou reveals the specific AI tools her agency employs, like Opus Clip and ManyChat, to boost client engagement. Additionally, she dives into future trends in AI and marketing, emphasizing the balance between technology and authentic human storytelling for impactful campaigns.

Aug 24, 2024 • 51min
AI-Driven Content: Transformations and Triumphs with Molly Mahoney
Join Molly Mahoney, CEO of The AI Content Club and a leading expert in AI for content creation, as she shares insights on revolutionizing content workflows. She discusses how AI can streamline processes and elevate content quality. Discover inspiring success stories of businesses transforming their marketing efforts through AI. Molly also explores future trends in AI, such as stacking GPTs to enhance strategies, and highlights innovative tools for video editing and social media integration.

Aug 22, 2024 • 41min
Revolutionizing Visual Content: Generative AI in Action with Corbett Drummey
Are you leveraging the full potential of AI in your visual content creation? Have you explored how generative AI can revolutionize the way you produce visually engaging content?With rapid advancements in AI technology, the visual content landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, making it easier and more innovative than ever for creators and marketers to produce high-quality visuals.Today, we’re joined by Corbett Drummey, a leading marketing professional from Lightricks, the company behind groundbreaking visual content creation apps like Videoleap and Photoleap. Corbett will share insights into how generative AI is reshaping visual content creation, the advantages it offers, and how you can harness these tools to elevate your marketing efforts.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Corbett Drummey about:✨ Leveraging Generative AI: Learn how generative AI capabilities can revolutionize visual content creation and overcome common challenges faced by content creators.✨ Innovative AI Tools: Discover the groundbreaking features of Lightricks' apps like Videoleap, Photoleap, and LTX Studio, and how they enhance content creation.✨ Future Trends in AI and Content Creation: Gain insights into the future advancements in generative AI and how they might further transform the landscape of visual content creation and marketing.Learn more about Corbett Drummey
Connect with Corbett Drummey on LinkedIn
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Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
Lightricks
LTX Studio
PhotoLeap
VideoLeap
FaceTune
Popular Pays
AI Marketing Primer: A Comprehensive Guide for Marketers
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/revolutionizing-visual-content-generative-ai-in-action/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many. Interesting in sponsoring an episode? Learn more here.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 2024 • 45min
AI and Copyright: What Marketers Need to Know with Mitch Jackson
Are you using AI tools to create content for your marketing campaigns? Have you ever wondered about the legal implications of that content? Are you sure that your AI-generated creations are protected under current copyright law?In the age of AI-driven creativity, leveraging artificial intelligence tools to produce engaging content is becoming commonplace for marketers and agencies. However, this innovative approach brings its own set of challenges and complexities, particularly around intellectual property and copyright law. How can marketers ensure they are compliant and protect their innovations?Today, we’re joined by Mitch Jackson, Senior Partner at Jackson & Wilson, Inc., and an expert in legal issues related to AI. With more than three decades of legal experience, he’s the seasoned professional you want in your corner. But Mitch’s expertise doesn’t stop at traditional civil litigation; he’s also adept at navigating the complex intersections of law, business, and technology. From everyday civil disputes to cutting-edge issues in AI, Web3, and the metaverse, Mitch transforms conflict into collaboration. Mitch will shed light on the intricacies of AI and copyright, offering essential insights and strategies that marketers and agencies need to know to stay on the right side of the law.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Mitch Jackson about:✨ Understanding AI and Copyright : Learn about the key differences between traditional content creation and AI-generated content from a legal perspective.✨ Protecting AI Creations: Discover steps marketers can take to protect their AI-generated content and ensure compliance with intellectual property laws.✨ Staying Ahead of Legal Changes: Gain insights into upcoming trends in IP law and practical advice for staying proactive and informed.Learn more about Mitch Jackson
Connect with Mitch Jackson on LinkedIn
Connect with Mitch Jackson on X
Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
Jackson & Wilson Inc.
MitchJackson.com
Copyright Office Latest Updates on MitchJackson.com/CopyrightOffice
Pete Salsich III
The Screen Lawyer Podcast
Perplexity
Sora
Magai
Mid Journey
The Artificial Intelligence Show
AI in law: Revolutionizing Your Legal Practice with Innovative Strategies and Tools
How AI Prompts Are Revolutionizing Copyright Law as the New Digital Paintbrush
AI Marketing Primer: A Comprehensive Guide for Marketers
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/ai-and-copyright-what-marketers-need-to-know/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many. Interesting in sponsoring an episode? Learn more here.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 2024 • 43min
Harnessing Voice AI: Building Authentic Customer Connections with Susan Westwater
Are you looking to deepen relationships with your customers in an innovative way?With the rise of voice technology and conversational AI, brands now have a powerful tool to create more personal and engaging customer interactions. However, mastering this technology to foster authentic connections can be challenging.Today, we’re joined by Susan Westwater, the CEO and Co-Founder of Pragmatic Digital, a leading expert on voice and conversational AI. Susan will share practical strategies for implementing voice AI to build authentic customer connections, based on her extensive experience and insights from her latest book, "Voice Marketing." She’ll also discuss the efficiencies AI brings to marketing, allowing brands to focus more on meaningful engagement.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Susan Westwater about:✨ Authentic Customer Connections with Voice AI: Learn how voice AI can create personal and engaging interactions that deepen customer relationships.✨ Strategic Implementation of Voice AI: Discover practical steps and best practices for integrating voice AI into your marketing strategies effectively.✨ Efficiency and Focus with AI: Understand how leveraging AI for routine tasks can free up resources to focus on high-impact, meaningful customer engagements.Learn more about Susan Westwater
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Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
Pragmatic Digital, LLC
AI Consumer Index
NLP - Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Wally Brill
Scot Westwater
Voice Marketing: Harnessing the Power of Conversational AI to Drive Customer Engagement
Paul Roetzer
Mike Kaput
Marketing AI Institute
Colleen Fahey
Larry Minsky
Roger Kibbe
Charles Spence
Steve Keller
AI Marketing Primer: A Comprehensive Guide for Marketers
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/harnessing-voice-ai-building-authentic-customer-connections/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many. Interesting in sponsoring an episode? Learn more here.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 10, 2024 • 45min
AI-Driven Marketing: Elevating SMEs to New Heights with Jeff Coyle
How can your business truly stand out in a crowded content landscape?Are you maximizing the expertise of your subject matter experts (SMEs) to create high-impact content?And most importantly, how can artificial intelligence take your SME-driven marketing to the next level?In today’s episode, we dive deep into these questions with Jeff Coyle, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at MarketMuse. With over a decade of experience in AI-driven content strategy, Jeff will share how integrating AI with SME expertise can revolutionize your marketing efforts. He’ll provide actionable insights on leveraging this powerful combination to drive better results and deeper engagement.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Jeff Coyle about:✨ Integrating AI with SMEs: Learn how businesses can effectively combine AI technologies with SME expertise to enhance content marketing strategies.✨ Practical Applications and Insights: Discover real-world examples and practical tips for leveraging AI to elevate the impact of SME-driven content.✨ Future Trends in AI and SME Marketing: Gain insights into upcoming trends in AI-driven marketing and how businesses can prepare to harness these advancements.Learn more about Jeff Coyle
Connect with Jeff Coyle on LinkedIn
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Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
MarketMuse
Aki Balogh
AI Edge
Filling the Void: How AI Identifies and Closes Content Gaps with Andy Crestodina
Andy Crestodina and Orbit Media
Pam Didner
MadKudu
MAICON
Agorapulse
Link Whisper
Spencer Haws
AI Marketing Primer: A Comprehensive Guide for Marketers
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/ai-driven-marketing-elevating-smes-to-new-heights/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 8, 2024 • 35min
Marketing Wins: Effective AI Adoption Case Studies with Eva Dong
The adoption of AI in marketing can be challenging, but when done right, it can lead to significant success.However, understanding how to effectively leverage AI can often seem daunting. If you're curious about how real businesses are transforming their marketing strategies with AI, this episode is for you.Today, we’re joined by Eva Dong, a Senior Expert Manager at McKinsey & Company and an AI marketer with extensive experience in digital transformation across various industries. Eva will share inspiring case studies and success stories of businesses that have effectively adopted AI in their marketing strategies, highlighting key takeaways and lessons learned.AI in Marketing: Unpacked host Mike Allton asked Eva Dong about:✨ Overcoming Challenges: Learn about common obstacles in AI adoption for marketing and how to overcome them.✨ Real-world Success Stories: Discover inspiring case studies of businesses that have effectively leveraged AI in their marketing strategies.✨ Best Practices: Gain insights into best practices and strategies for measuring success and ROI in AI marketing projects.Learn more about Eva Dong
Connect with Eva Dong on LinkedIn
Connect with Eva Dong on X
Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode
McKinsey & Co
Smart AI Marketing LinkedIn Newsletter
Exploring AI in Marketing: Five Key Applications with Danchez
Are We Investing Too Much in Marketing Technology? with Jim Williams, CMO at Uptempo
Explore past episodes of the AI in Marketing: Unpacked podcast
SHOW TRANSCRIPT & NOTES: https://www.thesocialmediahat.com/blog/marketing-wins-effective-ai-adoption-case-studies/Start your AI journey with the AI Marketing Primer.Brought to you by The Social Media Hat - When One More Hat Is One Too Many.Powered by Magai - why choose one AI tool when you can have them all? And Descript, the magic wand for podcasters.Produced and Hosted by Mike Allton, Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, international keynote speaker & author at The Social Media Hat. He has spent over a decade in digital marketing and brings an unparalleled level of experience and excitement to the fore, whether he's delivering a presentation or leading a workshop. If you’re interested in helping marketers with AI in an upcoming episode, reach out to Mike.Powered by the Marketing Podcast Network.Music by Tokay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 3, 2024 • 55min
Exploring AI in Marketing: Five Key Applications with Danchez
Join Dan Sanchez, a passionate marketer and digital strategist, as he unveils five key applications of AI in marketing. He emphasizes the importance of hyper-personalization and how AI can supercharge content marketing and distribution. Dan shares practical insights on using AI as a co-pilot for analytics and reporting, enhancing efficiency in decision-making. He also explores future trends, highlighting the transformative potential of conversational AI in personalized advertising. This discussion is packed with valuable tips for marketers looking to leverage AI effectively.


