Flight plan: How Richard Nunn and Maggie Schmerin are turning United Airlines into a loyalty and media powerhouse

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton talks with Kristen Lauria, Chief Marketing Officer at Wheels Up, about redefining private aviation through accessibility, innovation, and customer-centric strategies. Kristen discusses the democratization of luxury travel, strategic partnerships with Delta, and the critical role of experiences in engaging today's discerning travelers.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Kristen Lauria on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Richard Nunn, CEO, United MileagePlus, and Maggie Schmerin, Chief Advertising Officer at United Airlines. Together, they unpack how United is rewriting the rules of airline marketing, from loyalty built on personalization to Starlink-powered experiences and culture-driven creative.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Richard Nunn on LinkedInFollow Maggie Schmerin on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate our 200th episode of The Speed of Culture, Tim Ellis, Chief Marketing Officer of the NFL, joins Matt Britton to share how the league continues to lead with purpose, power, and cultural relevance. From creator-led content to global fandom and deeper player storytelling, this episode dives into how the NFL stays iconic—and ahead.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Tim Ellis on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton chats with Andy Kauffman, Chief Commercial Officer, U.S. and Canada, Marriott International, about the convergence of sales and marketing, the power of first-party data, and how AI is reshaping personalization and operations. Tune in to learn how Marriott is building travel experiences that feel truly one-to-one.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Andy Kauffman on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton chats with Jessica Williams, Head of Brand Marketing & Partnerships at Shopify. They explore how AI is shaping entrepreneurship, the rise of the creator economy, and why building authentic relationships is key to modern commerce.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jessica Williams on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Arturo Nuñez, Founder & CEO of AIE Creative, about building brand love and leading with cultural authenticity. From Nike to Apple to entrepreneurship, Arturo shares the insights that fuel iconic brand moments.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Arturo Nuñez on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Ryan Mayward, SVP of Retail Media Sales at Walmart Connect, to discuss the future of retail media. From CTV innovation and first-party data to shoppable formats and AI-powered personalization, Ryan shares how Walmart is shaping the new advertising landscape.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Ryan Mayward on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Ryu Yokoi, Chief Media and Marketing Capability Officer at Unilever North America, about transforming CPG marketing through data, retail media, and AI. They explore how Unilever is leveraging consumer signals, creators, and commerce to win in a social-first world.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Ryu Yokoi on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Julie Bowerman, Chief Marketing Officer at Kellanova North America, about full-funnel marketing, retail media evolution, and how iconic brands like Cheez-It and Pringles stay relevant through culture, data, and personalization.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Julie Bowerman on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Carolyn Dawkins, Chief Marketing Officer of David Yurman, to explore the evolving luxury market, how younger consumers are reshaping the jewelry category, and why blending deep brand heritage with innovation is critical for ongoing success.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Carolyn Dawkins on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.