The Omnichannel Marketer

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The Omnichannel Marketer Show - hosted by Kait Stephens - is frank discussion about what it takes to build a consumer brand, create a seamless omnichannel experience, and drive revenue and customer lifetime value across DTC, Amazon, and Retail Channels. If you’re looking for the latest strategies, tips, and trends from seasoned omnichannel marketers, want no-B.S. answers to your biggest ecommerce questions, need a perspective on how your peers are addressing the same issues, or just simply want to stay informed and proactive, welcome to the show. Expect to hear from influential brand marketers, as well as operators and founders flying under the radar, who are doing amazing things in every vertical under the sun. Like food & beverage, cosmetics, health & wellness, appliances, and apparel, from high-volume purchases to high-end luxury items. Learn from their mistakes and big wins, and take your brand revenue and experience to the next level. Each episode will deep-dive on the latest omnichannel marketing strategies, including acquisition, brand building, retail, customer experience, retention, and loyalty. Send guest pitches to kait@brij.it.

  1. Jared Grawrock @ goodr

    APR 27

    Jared Grawrock @ goodr

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer, host Kait Stephens interviews Jared Grawrock, Head of Lifecycle & Retention Marketing at goodr. Jared shares his journey from dabbling in early social media and email marketing to leading retention strategy at one of the most beloved sunglass brands in the country. He discusses what it truly means to be "customer obsessed," how goodr balances DTC and omnichannel growth, and why building deep brand loyalty from day one is the single most powerful growth lever a brand can have. The conversation dives into how goodr uses data, AI, and a relentless focus on the "why" behind customer behavior to build lifecycle programs that actually resonate, and why word-of-mouth still reigns as their number one acquisition channel after a decade in business. TAKEAWAYS: Good lifecycle and retention marketing starts with asking "why" – why did they buy, why did they come back, and why does one cohort outperform another.Retention and acquisition are not competing priorities; they are complementary levers that must be balanced together.goodr actively embraces omnichannel growth, building strategies to serve customers wherever they want to shop, whether DTC, Amazon, or retail partners like REI.Using Brij inserts in Amazon orders has been a key tactic for identifying anonymous customers and bringing them into goodr's owned ecosystem.The brand's highest-retention cohort traces back to its earliest days, when the CEO handed out sunglasses from the trunk of his car. Word-of-mouth remains goodr's number one acquisition channel, even after ten years of growth across paid and owned channels.AI is accelerating Jared's ability to analyze data and surface insights, including parsing nearly 10,000 open-ended loyalty survey responses in a fraction of the time.AI will improve product recommendations and shorten the consideration phase, but it cannot replicate the emotional experience of a purchase that just feels right.SMS is one of the most underrated lifecycle channels: powerful when done right, but easy to get wrong.The biggest mistake brands make in retention is treating customers as generic segments. Where to find Jared Grawrock: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-grawrock-57124a7/  Website: https://goodr.com/ Where to find Kait Stephens: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    32 min
  2. Danielle Nicoll @ Cann

    APR 9

    Danielle Nicoll @ Cann

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer, host Kait Stephens interviews Danielle Nicoll, SVP of Marketing at Cann.  Danielle shares her journey from the entertainment industry to leading marketing for Cann, a pioneer in the THC microdose beverage category. She discusses the challenges and strategies of marketing a highly regulated product, the importance of building a strong community, and how Cann leverages creator partnerships and omnichannel distribution to drive trial and brand awareness. The conversation highlights the power of word-of-mouth marketing, the role of AI in understanding customer demographics, and the value of trusting your instincts when making bold marketing bets. TAKEAWAYS: - Cann is a THC microdose beverage positioned as an alcohol alternative for social drinking. - Marketing, regardless of the product, is fundamentally about capturing attention and creating FOMO. - Driving trial is crucial for new categories; sampling and word-of-mouth are strong growth levers for Cann. - Cann utilizes a strategic omnichannel approach, pushing D2C customers to retail locations to boost velocity. - Navigating a highly regulated industry requires creative marketing, heavily relying on creators, influencers, and local events. - Building a brand that feels like a friend fosters strong community engagement and loyalty. - AI tools are valuable for analyzing customer demographics and tailoring creative content to specific audiences. - Trusting your instincts over over-analyzing data can lead to successful, bold marketing moments, like Cann's viral collaboration with Bethany Frankel. - The future of the THC beverage category points toward mainstream availability, pending legislation. - Affiliate marketing platforms, like ShopMy, are powerful tools for driving growth and monetizing creator content. Where to find Danielle Nicoll:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielleanicoll/   ​Website: https://drinkcann.com/ Where to find Kait Stephens:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/   Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER   www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    20 min
  3. Aliett Buttelman @ Fazit Beauty

    JAN 23

    Aliett Buttelman @ Fazit Beauty

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer, host Kait Stephens interviews Aliett Buttelman, co-founder of Fazit Beauty. Aliett shares her unique journey from fashion modeling to entrepreneurship, detailing the creation of innovative makeup patches and the brand's rapid growth through strategic channel expansion and social media marketing. The conversation highlights the impact of viral moments, such as the Taylor Swift effect, and discusses the importance of supporting female founders in the beauty industry. TAKEAWAYS: ‍ - Aliett’s background in modeling provided her with insights into the beauty industry. - The launch of makeup patches disrupted traditional beauty application methods. - Social media, particularly TikTok, played a crucial role in brand awareness. - Diversifying marketing strategies is essential in response to platform changes. - The Taylor Swift effect significantly boosted brand visibility and sales. - Retail partnerships are tailored to meet different customer demographics. - Community engagement is vital for brand loyalty and growth. - Female founders face unique challenges in securing investment. - Innovative product development is key to staying relevant in the beauty market. - Maintaining a startup mentality helps in adapting to market changes. Where to find Aliett Buttelman:   Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliett-buttelman-9a662312b/ ​Website: https://letsfazit.com/ Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    24 min
  4. Christina Kao @ Le Mini Macaron

    2025-12-15

    Christina Kao @ Le Mini Macaron

    In this episode, Christina Kao, founder of Le Mini Macaron, shares her journey from a marketing background to entrepreneurship in the beauty industry. She discusses the growth of her brand, the importance of customer education, and the impact of COVID-19 on nail care trends. Christina emphasizes the significance of community upliftment and the playful yet joyful nature of her brand, while also reflecting on the challenges and opportunities within the beauty industry. ‍ TAKEAWAYS: - Christina's background in marketing and advertising laid the foundation for her entrepreneurial journey. - Le Mini Macaron specializes in gel manicure products, making at-home nail care accessible. - The brand's target customers include both experienced gel users and newcomers to DIY manicures. - Kickstarter was a crucial platform for launching the brand and gaining initial traction. - COVID-19 significantly boosted the demand for at-home beauty solutions, including nail care. - Education is vital for customer experience, especially for first-time gel users. - The brand employs various marketing strategies to enhance customer acquisition and retention. - Creating a consistent brand experience across multiple channels is essential for success. - The brand aims to uplift its community, focusing on both consumers and team members. - Christina advocates for more programs to help newcomers enter the beauty industry. Where to find Christina Kao:   Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinasheenkao/ ​Website: http://www.leminimacaron.com Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com ‍

    28 min
  5. Amy Gordinier @ Skinfix

    2025-10-13

    Amy Gordinier @ Skinfix

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer,  Amy Gordinier, founder of Skinfix, shares her extensive background in the beauty industry and the journey of creating Skinfix. Amy discusses the brand's origins, its unique formulation, and the strategic decisions made during its launch and growth, particularly with retail partners like Target and Sephora. ‍She emphasizes the importance of product differentiation, quality formulation, and the evolving support from Sephora as a key factor in the brand's success. TAKEAWAYS: - Amy's lifelong passion for beauty began with her family's history in the industry. - Skinfix originated from a healing ointment formula created in the 1870s. - The brand's initial retail strategy focused on mass distribution for eczema treatments. - Target provided significant support for Skinfix's launch, but the brand later transitioned to Sephora for better scaling opportunities. - Sephora's in-store support and marketing strategies greatly benefited Skinfix's growth. - Skinfix prioritizes high-quality formulations with active ingredients at functional levels. - The brand's differentiation lies in its clean, clinical approach to skincare. - Skinfix has built a loyal customer base due to its effective products and strong brand identity. - The evolution of Sephora's support tools has positively impacted Skinfix's marketing efforts. - Amy is passionate about educating consumers on the importance of product formulation. Where to find Amy Gordinier:   Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-gordinier-b6178156/ ​Website: http://www.skinfixinc.com/ Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    31 min
  6. Alli Ball @ Food Biz Wiz

    2025-08-18

    Alli Ball @ Food Biz Wiz

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer, Alli Ball, founder of Food Biz Wiz, shares her journey in the food industry and how she helps emerging brands succeed in wholesale. She emphasizes the importance of understanding market fit, finding the right channels, and optimizing operations.‍ Alli discusses the challenges of getting attention from wholesale buyers and the difficulties of the distributor-retail model. She also provides insights on driving velocity in retail and recommends tools and strategies for success. ‍ TAKEAWAYS: - Understanding market fit and pricing is crucial before entering wholesale. - Finding the right channels, such as brick-and-mortar retail, food service, hospitality, and e-commerce, is essential for success. - Optimizing operations and production is necessary to meet demand and deliver on promises. - Getting attention from wholesale buyers can be challenging, requiring old-fashioned methods like phone calls and networking. - The distributor-retail model can be difficult and cash-intensive, with challenges in finding co-packers, brokers, and managing chargebacks. - Free tools and strategies, such as connecting with store staff, demos, and social media marketing, can help drive velocity in retail. ‍ Where to find Alli Ball: Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aball/ ​Website: http://www.foodbizwiz.com Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    34 min
  7. Rick Wittenbraker @ Howler Brothers

    2025-02-17

    Rick Wittenbraker @ Howler Brothers

    In this episode of the Omnichannel Marketer, Kait interviews Rick, a partner at Howler Brothers, who shares his journey from private equity to brand building.  He discusses his early career at Yeti Coolers, where he developed innovative marketing strategies that helped establish the brand. Rick emphasizes the importance of brand identity and community in marketing, and how his experiences as an investor have shaped his approach to business.  ‍He also highlights the significance of environmental sustainability and the role of personal connections in both investing and brand development. ‍ TAKEAWAYS:  ‍- Rick transitioned from private equity to brand development. - He played a key role in marketing strategies at Yeti Coolers. - Building a brand is about establishing a personality. - Good people can iterate on imperfect ideas. - Community and shared experiences are vital for brands. - Investing in early-stage companies can enhance operational skills. - Rick emphasizes the importance of environmental sustainability. ‍- Connecting with people is a core strength for Rick. ‍- The evolution of marketing strategies is crucial for brand success. ‍- Understanding customer journeys across channels is essential. Where to find Rick Wittenbraker:  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/wittrick/ ​Website: http://howlerbros.com/ ‍ Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it  ‍ SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETER www.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    38 min
  8. Danny Taing @ Bokksu

    2025-01-20

    Danny Taing @ Bokksu

    In this episode, Kait interviews Danny Taing, founder of Bokksu, who shares his journey from studying Japanese in Japan to creating a successful omnichannel brand that bridges cultures through Japanese snacks. Danny discusses the evolution of Bokksu, the importance of customer feedback, the challenges of the subscription model, and the acquisition of Japan Crate to enhance their retail presence. He emphasizes the significance of building strong brands and the need for a focus on retention in the current market landscape. ‍ TAKEAWAYS: Danny's journey began with a love for Japanese culture and snacks.Bokksu started as a subscription box and evolved into an omnichannel brand.Customer feedback is crucial for product curation and brand messaging.The subscription model offers built-in retention but has its challenges.Acquiring Japan Crate accelerated Bokksu's retail expansion.Retail requires different strategies compared to DTC.Danny is passionate about bridging cultural gaps through food.Sharing food experiences can help promote brands.The industry needs to focus more on sustainable growth and unit economics.Danny believes strong brands will thrive in the evolving market.​​ ​​Where to find Danny Taing: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannytaing/​ Website: https://www.bokksu.com ‍ Where to find Kait Stephens: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kait-margraf-stephens/ Website: www.brij.it ‍ SUBSCRIBE TO THE OMNICHANNEL MARKETERwww.theomnichannelmarketer.com

    28 min
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The Omnichannel Marketer Show - hosted by Kait Stephens - is frank discussion about what it takes to build a consumer brand, create a seamless omnichannel experience, and drive revenue and customer lifetime value across DTC, Amazon, and Retail Channels. If you’re looking for the latest strategies, tips, and trends from seasoned omnichannel marketers, want no-B.S. answers to your biggest ecommerce questions, need a perspective on how your peers are addressing the same issues, or just simply want to stay informed and proactive, welcome to the show. Expect to hear from influential brand marketers, as well as operators and founders flying under the radar, who are doing amazing things in every vertical under the sun. Like food & beverage, cosmetics, health & wellness, appliances, and apparel, from high-volume purchases to high-end luxury items. Learn from their mistakes and big wins, and take your brand revenue and experience to the next level. Each episode will deep-dive on the latest omnichannel marketing strategies, including acquisition, brand building, retail, customer experience, retention, and loyalty. Send guest pitches to kait@brij.it.

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  • Creator
    Kait Stephens
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
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