People first: CCO Andy Kauffman on staying true to Marriott’s legacy with AI personalization

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.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Charlotte Blank, US Chief Marketing Officer of Jaguar Land Rover North America, joins Matt Britton to talk about redefining luxury through purpose, emotion, and experiential storytelling. From leading the bold relaunch of Jaguar to connecting Defender with grassroots causes, Charlotte shares how behavioral science, curiosity, and creativity drive marketing forward in an industry at a cultural crossroads.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Charlotte Blank 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 Jen Kavanagh, SVP of Marketing & Media with the world champion Philadelphia Eagles, about redefining fan engagement, building global fandom, and leveraging athlete-driven content. They explore how winning, trust, and storytelling drive the business of football on and off the field.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Jen Kavanagh 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 Rustom Dastoor, EVP of Marketing and Communications for the Americas at Mastercard, to explore how one of the world’s most iconic brands keeps evolving—from “Priceless” campaigns to AI-driven personalization and brand storytelling in the age of creators.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Rustom Dastoor 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.