Where TAM Falls Short: David Retter on Evangelists, New Beauty channels, and the Future of AI Commerce
In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews David Retter, an operating partner at Stride Consumer Partners. David shares his diverse career journey, highlighting his experiences in e-commerce, digital marketing, and working with various consumer brands. He discusses the importance of passion brands, understanding consumer behavior, and the evolving landscape of the beauty […]
Walking Meetings, Local Talent, Real Talk: Inside Spherion Atlanta with Aysha Abdullatif
In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Aysha Abdullatif, CMO of Spherion Atlanta, shares her extensive background in staffing and marketing, discussing her journey from digital media to opening her own staffing agency in Atlanta. She delves into the complexities of the current staffing landscape, the impact of AI on recruitment, and the importance of […]
Secure by Design, Led by Data: Inside Tony Lombardo’s Enterprise Cyber Marketing Playbook
In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Tony Lombardo, VP of Marketing at ThreatModeler. Tony shares his unique journey from software development to marketing, emphasizing the importance of understanding both technical and marketing perspectives. The conversation delves into the complexities of the cybersecurity buying committee, the significance of customer advocacy, and the […]
TikTok, Trends, and Tariffs: Marketing in the Modern Housewares Market
In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Melissa Ledbetter, VP of Marketing & E-commerce at Kuhn Rikon. Melissa shares her extensive background in the housewares industry, discussing her journey from Microplane to Kuhn Rikon. The conversation explores innovative kitchen tools, including the Hot Pan, and how Kuhn Rikon navigates market trends and […]
Riches in Niches: Why BRINC is All-In on Transforming Public Safety
In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews David Benowitz, VP of Strategy & MarComms at BRINC, a company specializing in public safety drones. David shares his fascinating journey from studying economics to working in the drone industry, highlighting the innovative marketing strategies BRINC employs to engage customers. He discusses the importance of […]