
The Programmatic Digest
The Programmatic Digest, hosted by Helene Parker, is a 25-45 minutes weekly podcast rounding up fresh, top programmatic and digital headlines from our preferred digital media sources. It is also going to feature educational interviews with experts in the industry, like yourself.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 8min
146. A Buyer's Introduction to Supply Path Optimization
Here’s a training I lead on LinkedIN and YouTube live in March on How to create a Supply Path Toolbox as a programmatic trader and buyer. I guide you through practical examples, including a live report analysis, offering a tangible grasp of optimizing a site's supply. We explore the importance of choosing the right Supply-Side Platforms (SSPs), sellers, and sites, emphasizing how this selection can lead to improved campaign performance and a more sustainable programmatic ecosystem. Moreover, listen/watch in as we unravel the 'triple S'—SSP, seller, and site—and their pivotal roles in the advertising supply chain. Traders, take note of the invaluable checklist for routine optimization tasks shared to keep your campaigns at their peak. To get the training roadmap mentioned and the deck, request it here: https://www.heleneparker.com/programmatictrainingsample/ Access the YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/-agrIW_J5zE This is a great opportunity to understand best practices when optimizing sites and how to make data driven decisions based on your campaigns objectives. What To Expect: - Live example of how to optimize (I'll go over a report sample and walk you through clear steps on how to execute on your own) - How to continue learning from me (free and paid training opportunities) About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall 🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️ Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 06:44 - 07:56 Programmatic Trading Presentation 11:30 - 12:32 Defining Terms for Industry Confusion 27:11 - 29:57 Transparency in Audience Network and Programmatic 39:53 - 40:30 Understanding Supply Path Optimization 50:09 - 51:55 Digital Marketing Analysis and Decision-Making 56:55 - 58:48 Email Newsletter Audience Engagement Optimization 01:00:21 - 01:01:35 Importance of Jounce Media and Adalytics 01:08:40 - 01:09:59 Diverse Media Outreach and Collaboration Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Honourable mentions: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alimanning/ https://www.chalice.ai/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/krzysztof-f-02987891/ https://adalytics.io/research https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherfkane/ https://jouncemedia.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerelcooper/ https://www.groupblack.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-christopher-johnson-73730447/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bomesi/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lashawndagoffin/ https://colossusmediassp.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinvbarton/ https://www.blackenterprise.com/ https://blavitymedia.com/ https://www.shemedia.com/partner-network https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertabeeler/ https://beeler.tech/ Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Helene Parker Consulting LLC Programmatic Media Experts | LinkedIn Learn Programmatic As a TEAM As a Programmatic Ninja Programmatic Coaching Newsletter Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol Manuela Cortes - ADAPEX Inc | the adtech of Datrix group | LinkedIn Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Mar 4, 2024 • 26min
145. Elevating Ad Campaigns through Tactical DSP UtilizationWith Preciso
Our host, Hélène Parker, explores programmatic advertising with Manal Saho from Preciso, tracing her journey from business administration to leading Preciso’s global sales team. We uncover Preciso’s budget-friendly DSP solutions and the impact of international collaboration in the ever-evolving digital advertising landscape. We also dive into the staying power of first-party cookies, effective programmatic campaigns, and strategic ad spend allocation. Highlighting transparency, integrating Google Analytics (Shout out to ClickVoyant), and aligning client expectations for campaign success. Gratitude to Manal for insights, emphasizing clear communication and education on programmatic metrics. About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall (🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️) Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 00:00:10 - Jobs in Adtech 00:00:24 - International Collaboration in Programmatic Advertising 00:07:41 - Discussion on Cookie Deprecation 00:10:33 - First-Party Cookies and Advertising Strategy Importance 00:14:39 - Partnership Considerations and Recommendations (Shoutout to ClickVoyant - Your GA4 angels) 00:16:46 - Importance of Transparency in Marketing 00:25:11 - Expressing Gratitude and Farewell Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guest Information: Manal Saho https://www.linkedin.com/in/manal-saho-aab848142/ https://preciso.net Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Helene Parker Consulting LLC Programmatic Media Experts | LinkedIn Learn Programmatic As a TEAM As a Programmatic Ninja Programmatic Coaching Newsletter Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol Manuela Cortes - ADAPEX Inc | the adtech of Datrix group | LinkedIn Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Feb 26, 2024 • 39min
144. A Deep Dive into the Evolution of Gaming Advertising With Playwire
Join me, Hélène Parker, as I chat with Playwire's CEO, Jason Dubin, about his unique journey from dentistry to digital media mastery. Discover the captivating realm of programmatic advertising and the dynamic world of video games as Jason unveils the intricacies of ad technology. We dive into Playwire's operations, simplifying complexities for content creators, and explore the vital role of brand safety in upholding content integrity. We explore the impact of ad serving technologies like open and header bidding, navigating the challenge of placing ads in the right context for real engagement. Jason's transition from Intergi to Playwire underscores the significance of a name in the digital landscape and the ongoing quest to protect brands and audiences. We also uncover surprising demographic shifts in gaming, with moms emerging as influential gamers. Learn about seamlessly integrating ads into games without disrupting immersion and the potential of platforms like Roblox for innovative brand partnerships. Gain insights into the future of gaming advertising. About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall (🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️) Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 00:00:10 - Jobs in Adtech 00:06:11 - Navigating the Changing Tech Industry 00:18:11 - Direct Versus Programmatic 00:25:29 - Gaming's Impact and Engagement Expands 00:28:35 - Protecting Brand Integrity in Gaming 00:35:00 - Learning and Growth in Leadership Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guest Information: Jayson Dubin Jayson Dubin | LinkedIn http://www.playwire.com Playwire (@playwireofficial) • Instagram photos and videos Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Helene Parker Consulting LLC Programmatic Media Experts | LinkedIn Learn Programmatic As a TEAM As a Programmatic Ninja Programmatic Coaching Newsletter Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol Manuela Cortes - ADAPEX Inc | the adtech of Datrix group | LinkedIn Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Feb 22, 2024 • 33min
S17. Supply Path Optimization con Antonio Minuta de Freestar
¿QUÉ ES SPO? En este episodio, Antonio Minuta de Freestar comparte su experiencia y conocimientos sobre el mundo de los publishers en el mercado. Fue un gran episodio lleno de insights sobre los distintos approaches y desafíos que se enfrentan los publishers a la hora de optimizar sus demandas. Antonio ofrece una visión profunda sobre la industria, compartiendo insights valiosos y proporcionando una clase magistral sobre el tema. ¿Quieres aprender sobre programmatic? - Ingresa a nuestro curso Reach and Frequency https://www.heleneparker.com/course/ Conoce más sobre Helene Parker: https://www.heleneparker.com/ Tu host: Manuela Cortes - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuela-cortes-/

Feb 19, 2024 • 35min
143. Navigating the Shift to Audio-First Advertising Strategies
Join us for an insightful conversation with Anne Frisbie from AdsWizz, drawing on her extensive 27-year journey in finance and digital media. Anne shares her expertise, transitioning from Goldman Sachs to pioneering digital audio advertising, emphasizing the crucial partnership between publishers and AdsWizz's innovative tools. We dive into the shift from mobile-focused to audio-centric advertising, exploring AdsWizz's adaptive approach and SaaS model. Our discussion explores the power of sound in branding, spotlighting podcasting's role in captivating audiences. We debunk myths about audio inventory's targeting capabilities, discuss the differences between streaming and podcast advertising creatively, and offer advice for brands entering the podcasting realm. Looking ahead to a post-cookie digital landscape, we evaluate audio's potential for contextual and data-driven marketing. Grab your headphones and join Anne Frisbie as we navigate the evolving world of audio advertising together. About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall (🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️) Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 00:00:10 - Jobs in Adtech 00:00:37 - Exploring Audio Streaming and Programmatic Advertising 00:06:14 - Explaining Job to a Five-Year-Old 00:10:08 - Opportunities in the Audio Space 00:17:31 - Key Takeaways 00:23:13 - Predictions for Post-2024 Audience Targeting 00:27:04 - Predictive Audiences and Contextual Targeting 00:32:34 - Work-Life Balance and Family Planning Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guest Information: Anne Frisbie Anne Frisbie - AdsWizz | LinkedIn AdsWizz Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Helene Parker Consulting LLC Programmatic Media Experts | LinkedIn Learn Programmatic As a TEAM As a Programmatic Ninja Programmatic Coaching Newsletter Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol Manuela Cortes - ADAPEX Inc | the adtech of Datrix group | LinkedIn Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Feb 13, 2024 • 31min
142. Breaking Down the Advertising Supply Chain with Industry Insights
Episode 142 Title: Breaking Down the Advertising Supply Chain with Industry Insights In a recent episode, Kurt Donnell from Freestar simplifies the intricacies of online ad auctions, emphasizing financial success for content creators through Freestar's adept monetization solutions. The evolving digital adscape is explored, with a focus on supply path optimization and AI's role in real-time ad adjustments without disrupting user experience. Freestar's ad tech associate program is highlighted as a platform nurturing diverse skill sets. The importance of soft skills, including communication and curiosity, is stressed for thriving in the dynamic ad tech industry. Kurt shares personal insights on networking, mentorship, and the value of questioning, providing a playbook for success. About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall (🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️) Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 00:00:10 - Jobs in Adtech 00:00:11 - Emerging Tech and Internal Growth Programs 00:02:45 - Journey Into and Through Ad Tech 00:12:35 - Automated Optimization and Machine Decision-Making 00:19:21 - Training Program Challenges and Group Placement 00:23:49 - Reasons for Leaving and Career Growth 00:25:47 - Communication and Curiosity in Career Development Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guest Information: Kurt Donnell Kurt Donnell - Freestar | LinkedIn | Freestar Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Helene Parker Consulting LLC Programmatic Media Experts | LinkedIn Learn Programmatic As a TEAM As a Programmatic Ninja Programmatic Coaching Newsletter Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol Manuela Cortes - ADAPEX Inc | the adtech of Datrix group | LinkedIn Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Feb 12, 2024 • 3min
Programmatic Training: Underpacing Do's and Don't's
Interested in more training? We have a FREE optimization training coming up on the 22 February 2024 on LinkedIN. Check out more details: https://www.linkedin.com/events/programmaticoptimization-buildi7162475908832899073/theater/ About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. We can help 2 ways: Customized a training roadmap for teams of programmatic traders, adops, customer success, AMs, etc focusing on campaigns performance increase, cross-departmental communication, and revenue growth overall (🌟Request a sample training roadmap❗️https://forms.gle/7cdkYeszZiCJfDF67 ) Hire people from our program mentioned above Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call

Jan 31, 2024 • 48min
141. Beeler.Tech’s Navigator NYC: My Takeaways
At the Navigator conference in NYC this past November 2023, I had the pleasure to attend and host a session called Finding The Right Impression In The Open Internet. I also had the pleasure of attending a few additional sessions and you’ll get to watch/listen to my recordings. Additional Resource: About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. Hélène Parker has over 10 years of experience in programmatic media buying, servicing agencies and brands in activation, strategy and planning, and leadership. She now dedicates her time to recruiting and training programmatic traders while consulting companies on how to grow and scale a programmatic department. Access the Reach and Frequency™️ course for 30 days for a one time fee of $475 USD! Email us info@heleneparker.com Interested in training or hiring programmatic ninjas? Book a Free Call Timestamp: Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guests Information: Grouchy Greg Watkins LinkedIn | Allhiphop.com Jaime Schultheis LinkedIn Mebrulin Francisco LinkedIn Emily Scadden LinkedIn Tom Triscari LinkedIn | Website Renee Appelle LinkedIn | Dèvon Christopher Johnson LinkedIn | BOMESI | Support BOMESI HERE Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Website | LinkedIn | The Reach and Frequency™️ Course Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol LinkedIN Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Jan 16, 2024 • 35min
Mastering Programmatic Buying in Compliance with COPPA Guidelines
In this week’s episode, we welcome Saray Mora, programmatic expert and she helps answer the following questions/topics: What does it take to build a programmatic strategy under COPPA guidelines Explaining COPPA laws and best practices Brand safety targeting and challenges About Us: Our mission is to teach historically excluded people how to get started in programmatic media buying and find a dream job. We do so by providing on-demand lessons via the Reach and Frequency™️ program, a dope community with like-minded programmatic experts, and live free and paid group coaching. Hélène Parker has over 10 years of experience in programmatic media buying, servicing agencies and brands in activation, strategy and planning, and leadership. She now dedicates her time to recruiting and training programmatic traders while consulting companies on how to grow and scale a programmatic department. Interested in training or hiring programmatic juniors? Book a Free Call Timestamp: 00:00:15 - Jobs in Adtech 00:01:01 - Meet Saray Moray 00:03:15 - Programmatic training is intense 00:05:05 - Building a Programmatic team from scratch 00:07:10 - Challenges in LATAM - Limitation in some platform access 00:10:45 - Understanding the difference between a buy-side trader vs. sell-side adops 00:13:38 - YouTube’s Negative Impact on Youth Targeting 00:15:20 - Explaining COPPA and Best Practices 00:19:30 - Best Practices under COPPA’s laws 00:21:05 - Challenges with inclusive and exclusive list 00:23:55 - 3 things to remember to be coppa compliant in your targeting 00:27:01 - the importance of having a specialised team player 00:30:05 - Cute interruptions from my co-worker :) 00:31:35 - Saray’s Word of Wisdom Interested in finding out if you are a fit for a career in digital advertising and programmatic? Take our free Quiz: www.heleneparker.com/programmaticquiz Guest Information: Saray Mora Email | LinkedIn | Website Meet The Team: Hélène Parker - Chief Programmatic Coach Website | LinkedIn | The Reach and Frequency™️ Course Programmatic Digest Youtube | LinkedIn | Instagram Manuela Cortes - Co-Host Programmatic Digest In Espanol LinkedIN Get this directly in your inbox weekly including more gems! Let’s keep in touch: Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter here: www.heleneparker.com/newsletter Join our next training program by signing up to our waitlist below: https://www.heleneparker.com/waitlist/ Also take a moment to check out: How To Optimise Data Segment: https://youtu.be/boj0SJF5kn8 Join Our Slack Channel for programmatic ninjas looking to level up and build a network: https://join.slack.com/t/theprogrammaticmeetup/shared_invite/zt-1nlaoighs-ES98OYwn67rkk1vqgC4i9Q

Dec 7, 2023 • 39min
S16. Lotame+IAB: Navegando el Futuro Cookieless y el Auge del Retail Media en LATAM
Descubre cómo las soluciones de identidad están dando forma al futuro sin cookies y quiénes lideran el camino en esta transición. Exploramos el crecimiento del retail media en Latinoamérica y cómo ha dado origen a las Redes de Retail Media IAB. Además, Jeffrey Bustos y Sebastian Yoffe profundizan en la gestión de grandes datos en respuesta a la evolución de las necesidades de los consumidores. Explora el futuro del marketing digital en Latinoamérica con dos expertos destacados en el campo.
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