Marketing Vanguard

• Cinema Advertising Reimagined: Insights from Amy Tunick, CMO of NCM

  Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Amy Tunick, CMO of National CineMedia (NCM). Amy shares how NCM positions cinema as "CTV Plus" – offering advertisers guaranteed audiences without bots, fraud, or frequency issues – and discusses the company's post-pandemic revival.With experience spanning entertainment, advertising, and media, Amy explains NCM's approach to engaging audiences throughout the entire moviegoing journey, from pre-show content to in-lobby activations. She highlights current moviegoing trends, innovative branded content opportunities, and NCM's unique role as the US Representative to Cannes Lions, connecting the entertainment and advertising industries.What You'll Learn:How cinema advertising has evolved into a "CTV-plus" platform with guaranteed audiences and fraud-free viewershipWhy movie theaters are emerging as prime venues for reaching Gen Z and young millennial audiences at scaleHow brands can leverage theater lobbies and pre-show experiences for immersive marketing activationsWhy horror films and multi-generational content are driving current box office trends and audience engagementThe innovative ways brands like E.L.F. Beauty are creating custom theatrical content beyond traditional advertisingHow NCM is pioneering new advertising formats, including the first-ever 4DX advertisement with environmental effectsThe evolving relationship between theatrical releases and streaming platforms in driving audience engagementUnlocking the Creator Economy with AwinDid you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate?Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact.With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing:Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets.Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time.Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged.Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approachUnlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Stanley 1913 Effect: Matt Navarro on Creating a Lifestyle Brand That Lasts

  What if you could transform a 100-year-old heritage brand into a modern cultural phenomenon?In this episode of MVG - Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Matt Navarro, President of Stanley 1913, to explore the company's remarkable evolution from worksite essential to viral sensation. Learn how Stanley 1913 maintains its cultural relevance through strategic partnerships, sustainability initiatives, and lifestyle brand positioning. Whether you're a marketing leader looking to revitalize a legacy brand or seeking insights on connecting with Gen Z consumers, this conversation reveals the delicate balance between honoring heritage and driving innovation. Tune in to discover how authenticity, sustainability, and cultural connectivity can transform a traditional brand into a modern lifestyle icon.What You'll Learn:How Stanley executed a successful brand transformation by pivoting from utility to lifestyle positioningThe strategy behind building sustained momentum versus chasing viral momentsWhy genuine partnerships matter—and how a surprising lifelong fan, Lionel Messi, became part of the story.How to maintain brand relevance by staying connected to youth culture and emerging trendsThe framework for expanding into adjacent categories while maintaining brand integrityWhy sustainability should be a foundational business principle rather than a marketing trendThe importance of emotional connection in building lasting consumer relationshipsUnlocking the Creator Economy with AwinDid you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate?Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact.With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing:Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets.Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time.Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged.Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approachUnlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Retrain Travel: Reimagining the Rail Experience with Eliot Hamlisch, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Amtrak

  What if you could transform a legacy transportation brand into a modern hospitality experience? In this episode of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Eliot Hamlisch, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Amtrak, to explore their bold new "Retrain Travel" campaign, strategic shift toward younger audiences, and innovative brand partnerships. Whether you're leading a heritage brand's transformation or seeking to balance government oversight with commercial success, this conversation offers valuable insights into modernizing customer experience while honoring established brand equity. Tune in to discover how Amtrak is reimagining train travel for the next generation through enhanced amenities, sustainability initiatives, and experiential marketing.Amtrak's transformation from a transportation company to a hospitality brand showcases how legacy organizations can reimagine their customer experience and market positioning.In this episode of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney speaks with Eliot Hamlisch, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Amtrak, about the company's strategic shift to experiential travel, their new "Retrain Travel" campaign, and how they're modernizing the 50-year-old brand for a new generation of travelers.What You'll Learn:How to transform a legacy transportation brand into a modern hospitality experienceWhy balancing awareness and lower-funnel marketing is crucial for attracting new customer segmentsThe strategic approach to selecting and empowering agency partners to push creative boundariesHow to leverage brand collaborations and partnerships to enhance customer experienceWhy investing in physical product innovation (like the next-gen Acela) is crucial for brand transformationHow to position sustainable travel options without exploiting competitors' challengesThe framework for integrating AI into customer service while maintaining human-centric experiencesHow to balance government oversight with commercial innovation in a public-private organizationUnlocking the Creator Economy with AwinDid you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate?Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact.With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing:Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets.Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time.Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged.Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approachUnlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Flavor Fanatics: Marketing Fresh Produce with Frances Dillard, VP of Marketing at Driscoll's

  What if you could learn how a century-old berry company became one of retail's top food brands? In this episode of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Frances Dillard, VP of Marketing at Driscoll's, to explore how the company's obsession with flavor and authenticity drives their success. From pioneering proprietary berry development to navigating climate challenges and connecting with Gen Z, Frances shares insights on building a purposeful brand while staying true to family values. Whether you're interested in food marketing, brand innovation, or sustainable business practices, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how quiet leadership and genuine mission can create lasting market impact.What You'll LearnFrances's journey from Barbie to berriesThe science and proprietary development behind Driscoll's BerriesChallenges of marketing perishable productsDriscoll's rise to become the #2 food brand in retailConnecting authentically with Gen Z consumersSustainability initiatives and purpose-driven marketingLeadership philosophy and organizational impactUnlocking the Creator Economy with AwinDid you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate?Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact.With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing:Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets.Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time.Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged.Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approachUnlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Beauty Marketing Mastery: Katie Gohman's Vision for Olaplex

  Welcome to this episode of the Marketing Vanguard podcast. Today, Jenny Rooney speaks with Katie Gohman, CMO of Olaplex. They discuss Katie's transition from Marc Jacobs to Olaplex, her approach to resetting the brand, and the new chapter for Olaplex focused on foundational hair health. Katie shares insights on navigating brand challenges, the differences between fashion and beauty marketing, and how brands can effectively balance social media narrative and brand storytelling.Here are the key talking points from the episode:Katie's Transition from Fashion to Beauty MarketingNavigating Brand Challenges Through Fundamental Marketing PrinciplesThe Hair Health Repositioning and Visual Identity RefreshBalancing Social Media Narratives with Proactive Brand MessagingWorking with a Publicly Traded Company with Marketing-Minded LeadershipBuilding and Aligning Marketing Teams for SuccessTargeting Multi-Generational Consumers in Premium HaircareConnecting Haircare with the Broader Wellness MovementMeasuring Success Through Business Metrics and Cultural ImpactUnlocking the Creator Economy with AwinDid you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate?Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact.With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage.Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing:Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets.Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time.Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged.Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approachUnlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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