
Marketing Vanguard
The word “vanguard,” is defined as “a group of people leading the way in new development or ideas.” Marketing Vanguard: the podcast, spotlights the people who are driving the industry forward. It will feature valuable, must-listen nuggets of marketing-leadership wisdom, humility, stories, strategic insights, and growth opportunities in an era of ever more complex industry pressures and realities. Together we’ll dive into what's driving the decision-makers of today to move the needle of some of the world’s most exciting brands in incremental or monumental ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jan 25, 2024 • 26min
From Purpose to Popularity: CMO Michelle Peterson on Kendra Scott's Marketing Triumphs
On this week's episode, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Michelle Peterson, CMO of Kendra Scott to discuss the brand's remarkable journey, consumer trends, and the dynamics of the jewelry industry.During the conversation, Peterson shares her journey from chemical engineering to the CMO role and discusses the multi-generational brand’s founding in a bedroom over 20 years ago and its evolution into a lifestyle jewelry company. Peterson also highlights the importance of connection over transaction and how the brand's focus on giving back creates emotional connections with consumers. Companies that go on to lead their industry or pioneer new ones know the power of shipping fast. Contentful’s composable content platform gets you from inspiration to launch without skipping a beat, so teams can focus on building the most impactful experiences possible. What makes composable content different from a traditional, siloed CMS? While a CMS can only manage content for one specific channel at a time, a composable infrastructure breaks content down into small, modular components that can be reused and published for multiple brands, use cases, channels, and regions. With Contentful, digital teams can: Easily compose intelligent, customizable experiences at any scale. Free up digital teams to collaborate and launch content experiences quickly and efficiently. Effortlessly tap into their creativity with dynamic features like AI Content Type Generator and Workflows. Discover the momentum your content can drive. Get Started at Contentful.com with Contentful’s composable content platform today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 2024 • 22min
Sustainability, Collaboration, and Purposeful Business: How Nespresso is Brewing Success
On this week’s episode of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney sits down with two leaders from Nespresso, CEO Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen and Head of Marketing and Interim VP of Sustainability Jessica Padula. During the conversation, they discuss Nespresso's unwavering commitment to sustainability, the collaboration between the CEO and the Head of Marketing, and the brand's purposeful approach to business. Companies that go on to lead their industry or pioneer new ones know the power of shipping fast. Contentful’s composable content platform gets you from inspiration to launch without skipping a beat, so teams can focus on building the most impactful experiences possible. What makes composable content different from a traditional, siloed CMS? While a CMS can only manage content for one specific channel at a time, a composable infrastructure breaks content down into small, modular components that can be reused and published for multiple brands, use cases, channels, and regions. With Contentful, digital teams can: Easily compose intelligent, customizable experiences at any scale. Free up digital teams to collaborate and launch content experiences quickly and efficiently. Effortlessly tap into their creativity with dynamic features like AI Content Type Generator and Workflows. Discover the momentum your content can drive. Get Started at Contentful.com with Contentful’s composable content platform today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 2024 • 31min
Taking Creative Risks with Kathy Collins Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Frontdoor
On this week’s episode of Marketing Vanguard, we hear from Kathy Collins, senior vice president & chief revenue officer, at Frontdoor, Collins is an accomplished leader with a proven track record for driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. She has broad experience across all facets of strategy and marketing. During the conversation, Collins shares Frontdoor's mission and the unique aspects of its services, such as connecting homeowners with experts through a video chat app for quick solutions to home-related issues. She also discusses her transition to the chief revenue officer role and the significance of aligning with the CFO and analytics partners. Companies that go on to lead their industry or pioneer new ones know the power of shipping fast. Contentful’s composable content platform gets you from inspiration to launch without skipping a beat, so teams can focus on building the most impactful experiences possible.What makes composable content different from a traditional, siloed CMS? While a CMS can only manage content for one specific channel at a time, a composable infrastructure breaks content down into small, modular components that can be reused and published for multiple brands, use cases, channels, and regions.With Contentful, digital teams can:Easily compose intelligent, customizable experiences at any scale.Free up digital teams to collaborate and launch content experiences quickly and efficiently.Effortlessly tap into their creativity with dynamic features like AI Content Type Generator and Workflows.Discover the momentum your content can drive. Get Started at Contentful.com with Contentful’s composable content platform today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 2024 • 26min
Navigating the Marketing Puzzle: A Conversation with Kraft Heinz's CMO Christina Kenz
On this week’s episode, we sat down with Christina Kenz, chief growth and sustainability officer at Kraft Heinz. During the conversation, Kenz delves into her extensive career, which includes roles at PepsiCo, Danone, and now Kraft Heinz, why she describes herself as a coach, and why she believes marketing is like solving a puzzle. She also discusses the complexity of first-party data strategies, Kraft Heinz’ aims to read consumer behavior, create agile strategies, and implement personalization at scale. Companies that go on to lead their industry or pioneer new ones know the power of shipping fast. Contentful’s composable content platform gets you from inspiration to launch without skipping a beat, so teams can focus on building the most impactful experiences possible.What makes composable content different from a traditional, siloed CMS? While a CMS can only manage content for one specific channel at a time, a composable infrastructure breaks content down into small, modular components that can be reused and published for multiple brands, use cases, channels, and regions.With Contentful, digital teams can:Easily compose intelligent, customizable experiences at any scale.Free up digital teams to collaborate and launch content experiences quickly and efficiently.Effortlessly tap into their creativity with dynamic features like AI Content Type Generator and Workflows.Discover the momentum your content can drive. Get Started at Contentful.com with Contentful’s composable content platform today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 2023 • 16min
C-Suite Collaboration: The Vital Alliance with the Marketing Leader
Building and maintaining strong partnerships with the CEO and the rest of the C-Suite is beyond crucial for marketing leaders. On this week's episode, hear from Kickstarters’ new marketing lead Courtney Brown Warren as she shares what is becoming more critical for CMOs today, especially when working under a CEO with a marketing background.This interview was recorded at Adweek X on December 4, 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 2023 • 26min
Navigating Challenges, Embracing AI, and Shaping the Future with IAB CEO David Cohen
On this week’s episode, we sit down with David Cohen, CEO at IAB (Interactive Advertising Bureau). During the conversation, Cohen delves into his extensive experience in the advertising business, and the history and purpose of the IAB, highlighting its foundation in 1996 to set industry standards for the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The conversation then shifts to the key issues and trends in digital marketing. Cohen identifies measurement as a persistent challenge, emphasizing the need for improvements in both single-channel and cross-channel measurement. He also highlights the growing importance of generative AI, addressing its ethical use, optimization, bid management, and impact on creative processes. Looking ahead, Cohen outlines the IAB's goals for the upcoming year, emphasizing responsible growth, ethical practices, and industry education. He also discusses the upcoming IAB ALM 2024, which will cover diverse topics including responsible AI, commerce, and the future of measurement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 2023 • 23min
CMO to CEO: The Vital Alliance with the Marketing Leader
All CEOs need to have an understanding that advertising and marketing are fundamental to driving growth. Learn how Impossible Foods CMO Peter McGuinness has moved from agency to marketer to now CEO, and how he views being a CMO as the best preparation for his role today. In this Adweek X session moderated by Will Lee, CEO of Adweek, McGuinness breaks down how CMOs-turned-CEOs must and can bring their full marketing knowledge to business strategy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 2023 • 38min
The Colorful World of Marketing with Victoria Lozano, Crayola
In a new episode of Marketing Vanguard, Victoria Lozano, EVP of Marketing at Crayola, recently shared insightful perspectives on the evolving role of marketing leadership.Lozano, responsible for steering Crayola's marketing strategy, emphasized the importance of strategic decision-making and clarity in the dynamic CMO landscape. "If you could get those two things [building brand equity and driving revenue] and you have metrics against them, that's when good things happen."Listen to this episode to hear how Lozano is continuing to color the world of marketing and innovation with her insightful leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 2023 • 40min
Revolutionizing Time(x) with Shari Fabiani
As the CMO of Timex, Shari Fabiani has taken a contrarian approach to marketing the iconic brand, focusing on building engagement with core customers in this new episode of Marketing Vanguard.Fabiani's career path, like many in her position, has been far from linear. With a background in footwear and apparel, she emphasizes her passion for the fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the industry. "I thrive on that," she shared, revealing a common thread throughout her career.Listen to this episode of Marketing Vanguard to hear more about Fabiani's journey and why her career has provided her with a diverse skill set that she's brought to her role at Timex.What if we told you the next great performance channel was television? Incremental revenue, website visits, all the acronyms you care about — generate and measure them all with MNTN. Visit mountain.com to learn how to engage your audience as they stream their favorite shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 2023 • 30min
Insights on the Future of Advertising w/ Mark Douglas, MNTN
In the newest episode of Marketing Vanguard, MNTN's President and CEO Mark Douglas shed light on the dynamic world of advertising, sharing insights into the collaboration with Ryan Reynolds and offering predictions for the industry's future.Reflecting on the transformative power of advertising, Douglas delved into the industry's evolution, drawing parallels between streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu in reshaping consumer-content relationships. He emphasized the need for a similar transformation in the advertiser-network dynamic, envisioning a departure from the traditional broadcast model.Listen to this episode to hear how Douglas envisions a future where advertisers focus on goals rather than specific media types, urging a departure from organizing marketing around tactics.What if we told you the next great performance channel was television? Incremental revenue, website visits, all the acronyms you care about — generate and measure them all with MNTN. Visit mountain.com to learn how to engage your audience as they stream their favorite shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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