George Stroumboulopoulos : Canada's Media Maverick | Marketeers Clubhouse #37
🎙️ George Stroumboulopoulos x Marketeers Clubhouse: Canada's Media Maverick 🚀
Dive into a deep and unfiltered conversation with legendary Canadian broadcaster, television host, and podcaster George Stroumboulopoulos as he shares his incredible career journey—from his MuchMusic VJ days to shaping the modern media landscape. In this episode, we uncover George’s raw insights on authenticity, personal freedom, and the grit it takes to build a unique life in the digital age. 🌟
🔥 What You'll Learn:
- The secret behind George's evolution from a radio enthusiast to a Canadian icon
- How quitting drinking changed his life and career trajectory
- The balance between staying authentic and adapting in a fast-changing industry
- Why practicing what you love (even badly!) can unlock your best self
- And a surprising discussion about aliens, AI, and humanity’s future 🌌
💡 Whether you're a young creative looking for inspiration or a fan of George’s iconic interviews, this episode is packed with life lessons, hilarious anecdotes, and actionable takeaways to ignite your own path to success.
🔔 Hit Subscribe for more conversations with trailblazers in marketing, business, and creative industries.
Join host Jamie Calon and global PR powerhouse Shana Frahm, co-founder of Spokeswoman Says and Communications Director for The Sanders Institute. With a 30-year career spanning action sports, politics, fashion, and more, Shana shares expert insights on PR’s role in balancing brand storytelling, managing crises, and navigating the ever-shifting media landscape.
In this episode, Shana dishes on everything from Olympic gold medal campaigns to hurricane-hit events, revealing the art of preparation and the power of authenticity. Plus, get a sneak peek into her upcoming memoir, The Entrepreneurs: It’s Only Rock n Roll, a nostalgic dive into her decade with the Hard Rock Cafes and the original Hard Rock Hotel, set to hit Spotify in early 2025.
🚀 Tune in for PR secrets, behind-the-scenes stories, and marketing magic with a rock-and-roll edge!
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Alan Cross : Modern Music Historian | Marketeers Clubhouse #18
In episode 18 of the Marketeers Clubhouse, we had the honour of hosting the esteemed Canadian radio broadcaster Alan Cross, known for hosting shows like "The Ongoing History of New Music" and "The Secret History of Rock.” In this enlightening episode, Alan delves into the intricacies of the modern music industry, highlighting the difficulty of making it in today’s competitive environment, and offers some insights on how to stand out in such a saturated market. He also discusses technology's pivotal role in reshaping the industry, spotlighting the impact of streaming platforms and the potential influence of Artificial Intelligence on the future of music. Alan intertwines such topics throughout the episode with riveting snippets from modern music history. Whether you're a music lover, a marketing professional, or just curious about the deep ties between music and marketing, this episode promises to be a captivating listen. Don't miss out!
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Joe Prebich : Red bull - Oakley - Benchmade | Marketeers Clubhouse #16
This week on the Marketeers Clubhouse podcast, we welcome Joe Prebich, a seasoned retail-driven marketer with a wealth of experience in the outdoor space. In this episode, he shares his brand relationship expertise, touching on his experience building brand reputation and commitment to delivering exceptional consumer experiences. Joe also walks us through his vibrant career journey from his humble beginnings as a contributor at Snowboarder Magazine to his time managing Shaun White at Redbull, to more recent roles with brands such as Mammut, Fjällräven, and his current position as VP at Benchmade. Tune into this week's episode to learn more about Joe’s jam-packed career and how he leverages his experience to develop meaningful consumer brand relationships.
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Ted Li : Oakley - Quicksilver | Marketeers Clubhouse #15
Ted Li is an experienced executive management professional with over 20 years of U.S. and international experience in general management, operations, product, sales, and marketing. He has a proven track record of success in expanding global businesses through P&L management, strategic leadership, disciplined execution, and cross-functional team building. Ted is an authentic team leader who can effectively drive change while protecting brand and culture.
Currently, Ted serves as a Partner at First Wave Consulting Solutions, a team of seasoned business operators who apply real-world experience to propel their clients' businesses forward. He is also a Venture Partner at Sway Ventures, a US-based venture capital firm investing in early to mid-stage technology companies. At Sway Ventures, Ted focuses on strategic capitalization, business development support, and engineered exits to provide great teams with the support they need to change the future.
Ted has been a Board Member for The OC Marathon for over 13 years, where he is involved in the Kids Run The OC Training Program, designed to help pre-adolescent kids become more physically fit, promote an active and healthy lifestyle, and combat the onset of childhood obesity. He previously served as Chairman of the Board from 2011 to 2017.
The ultimate marketing experience. Pull up an apple crate, grab a beer and join host, Jamie Calon as he explores the world of marketing from a variety of perspectives, with special guests from Getty Images, The North Face, Thule, Oakley and more. Get the inside scoop on how big brands operate and the fascinating stories behind today’s industry leaders. We’ll try to stay on topic but can’t make any promises! After all, what’s life without a few detours.
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