AdTechGod Pod

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A Podcast For The People About The People. The AdTechGod ® Pod celebrates the Minds Behind Adtech and offers an engaging platform where listeners can discover the stories and insights of the individuals driving the advertising technology industry. This podcast shines a spotlight on the creative and innovative minds that make adtech great, providing a unique perspective on the people behind the technology that shapes our digital advertising experiences. All guests appearing on the adtech god podcast are invited participants; they do not provide compensation to AdTechGod for their appearance. The podcast's funding is provided through preroll and midroll advertisements, which are sponsored by various companies. If you are interested in being a guest or advertising on the AdTechGod Pod (The Adtech God Podcast) please visit https://www.adtechgod.com/adtechgod-pod.

  1. 3 H LALU ·  BONUS

    Rethinking Your Brand Growth Framework to Maximize Influence

    Joanna O'Connell, Chief Intelligence Officer, Omnicom Media Group, breaks down the new brand growth framework, why emotional connection matters more than ever, and how marketers must adapt to Gen AI, shifting trust, and ad avoidance. Takeaways Consumers are influenced by more sources than ever Information asymmetry is gone Trust is shifting from institutions to people and AI Attention is fragmented and declining Gen AI is now an influencer and gatekeeper Ad avoidance is a major barrier Economic pressure is reshaping buying behavior Traditional brand frameworks are no longer enough Emotional connection is now critical Brands must market to both people and machines Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the AdTechGod Pod and Joanna O’Connell 00:23 Why this conversation matters in today’s media landscape 02:05 How consumer influence has evolved 03:18 The explosion of information 03:49 The death of information asymmetry 04:26 The new trust economy 04:59 Fragmented attention and digital overload 05:28 Gen AI as a new influencer 06:14 The reality of ad avoidance 06:25 Economic pressures shaping consumer behavior 08:05 What a brand means today 09:10 The growing disconnect between brands and consumers 10:33 Brand versus performance marketing tension 11:44 Rethinking the brand growth framework 11:58 The evolution of physical availability 13:06 The challenge of mental availability 14:10 Introducing emotional availability 15:53 Building real consumer connection 17:37 The new three-pillar brand model 18:11 Practical strategies for modern brands 19:56 Marketing to people and machines 20:09 Where brands should show up today 21:53 The rise of AI-driven discovery 22:24 Final framework and closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 mnt
  2. 6 H LALU

    Ep. 129 From Operator to Industry Voice, Why Automation Still Needs a Human with Eric Tilbury

    In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Eric Tilbury, Senior Director of Ad Operations and Product Solutions at Inuvo, Inc, shares his extensive experience in the ad tech industry. He discusses the importance of operational knowledge, the impact of AI on ad operations, and how building a personal brand can enhance professional growth. Eric emphasizes the need for human oversight in automated systems and the significance of transparency in advertising. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of ad tech and the role of social media in shaping industry narratives. Takeaways Eric Tilbury has been with Inuvo, Inc for over 13 years, showcasing loyalty and belief in the product. Operational knowledge is crucial for understanding what works in ad tech. Building a personal brand can significantly enhance professional opportunities. AI will streamline ad operations but requires human oversight for effective results. The ad tech industry needs to focus on educating buyers to improve decision-making. Quality in advertising is subjective and varies between buyers. Social media can be a powerful tool for lead generation and professional growth. Transparency in ad operations is essential to maintain trust in the industry. Automation in ad tech should not replace the need for human insight and judgment. Engaging in respectful dialogue on social media can foster positive relationships and knowledge sharing. Chapter 00:00 Introduction to Eric Tilbury and his 13-plus-year journey at Inuvo, Inc 02:30 The advantage of being in the weeds in ad operations 04:00 Why operational knowledge beats high-level strategy alone 07:50 From unknown to industry voice: Eric’s social media journey 09:30 The e-bike experiment that sparked his content strategy 12:00 The 3 pillars of social media success: likability, knowledge, and controversy 15:00 Why respectful disagreement builds stronger authority 16:40 Fixing ad tech starts with smarter buyers 17:20 AI in ad ops hype vs reality 18:00 Why automation still needs human expertise 20:30 Black boxes, transparency, and trust in programmatic 22:00 Why AI should not fully control ad budgets 23:30 Predictions for automation in 2026 27:00 Programmatic pitfalls, ID fraud, and blind buying 33:30 Final thoughts and industry impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 mnt
  3. 10 APR ·  BONUS

    How Betches Built a Media Brand Through Humor and Cultural Insight

    At Marketecture Live III, Aleen Dreksler, Co-founder and CEO of Betches Media, discusses how a college blog evolved into a large-scale entertainment brand. She shares insights on understanding audience behavior, adapting across platforms, and using humor and relatability to connect with women. The conversation also touches on Betches Sports, brand collaborations, and the company’s direction moving forward. Takeaways Betches focused on understanding real experiences rather than targeting demographics Humor plays a key role in audience engagement and brand connection A consistent voice helps build long-term loyalty Growth came from adapting to platforms where audiences already spend time Relatable content helps audiences feel understood Cultural relevance is more effective than traditional advertising approaches There is an underserved space in how women engage with sports content The company operates across both media and creative work with brands Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and Betches Media 01:37 Origins of Betches as an anonymous college blog 03:02 Early gap in women’s content and tone of voice 05:14 Growth into a larger media brand 05:42 Expanding across platforms 07:20 Focusing on psychographics over demographics 08:15 Maintaining a consistent brand voice 09:09 Reaching different generations 10:44 Launching Betches Sports 12:33 Working with brands 14:04 Evolution of the business model 14:33 The role of humor in marketing 16:15 Future direction of Betches 17:32 Reflections and advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    20 mnt
  4. 7 APR

    Ep. 128 The Long Game: Amanda DeVito of Butler/Till on Growth, Grit, and Modern Agency Survival

    Amanda DeVito, Chief Marketing Officer at Butler/Till, shares her journey from strategy leader to executive and what it really takes to grow within a single company over 15 years. She breaks down the power of culture, access over “empowerment,” and why modern agencies must embrace collaboration, AI, and adaptability to stay relevant. From building internal evangelists to navigating the future of marketing, Amanda offers a candid look at leadership, brand building, and what agencies must do to win in an increasingly complex landscape. Takeaways Culture and continuous challenge are key to long-term career growth Access, not just empowerment, drives real diversity and impact Strong agencies create internal evangelists, not just employees Collaboration across media, creative, and data is now essential AI will amplify both strong and weak strategies Brand building still matters even in a performance-driven world Relevance comes from understanding audiences deeply Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Amanda DeVito and Butler/Till 01:30 Amanda’s journey into marketing and leadership 04:00 Why culture keeps people long-term 06:00 Diversity, access, and leadership dynamics 08:40 Building internal evangelists at scale 11:40 The shift toward media as a strategic center 14:00 Why collaboration is the modern agency model 16:00 The evolution of storytelling through data 18:00 Short-term vs long-term brand building 19:30 What’s coming in the next 12–18 months (AI & agentic) 22:30 How fast the industry is changing 24:30 Strategy vs tools in modern marketing 26:00 Influencers, relevance, and consumer behavior 28:50 The power of community and virality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 mnt
  5. 3 APR ·  BONUS

    How Agencies Are Adapting to the AI Meteorite

    At Marketecture Live in NYC, Bob Lord (President, Horizon Media) and Obele Brown-West (President, Colle McVoy), with Mike Shields (Founder, Next in Media) break down innovation cycles, legacy tech challenges, and why human creativity still matters in an AI-driven world. Takeaways: AI is creating massive confusion, but also an opportunity Legacy systems are the biggest barrier to progress The future is platform-based, not siloed AI won’t replace creativity, but will scale execution Upskilling talent is more important than replacing it Legal and transparency concerns are rising fast Agency business models must evolve Creative and media are converging again Chapters : 00:00 Introduction to Marketecture Live 01:23 The “AI Armageddon” Debate Begins 01:54 What Clients Are Really Saying About AI 02:53 Why Brands and Agencies Aren’t Ready Yet 03:28 The Need for New Marketing Operating Systems 04:40 Can AI Replace Agencies? 06:00 Legacy Tech Is Slowing Everything Down 07:30 Open Ecosystems vs. Fragmentation 08:28 Do New Agencies Have the Advantage? 10:06 AI, Jobs, and the Need for Upskilling 12:11 Rethinking Agency Pricing Models 14:04 Connecting Marketing to Business Outcomes 15:16 The Limits of AI in Creativity 17:07 AI Legal Risks and Client Concerns 19:19 Responsible AI Use in Agencies 20:46 The Future: AI as a Growth Engine 21:03 The Reunification of Creative and Media 22:05 Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 mnt
  6. 31 MAR

    Ep. 127 Katie Daleo, GM of CPG Ads at DoorDash, on Retail Media Innovation and Dish-Level Targeting

    Katie Daleo, GM of the CPG ads business at DoorDash, joins the AdTechGod Pod to discuss how retail media is evolving and how DoorDash is helping CPG brands reach consumers in new ways. She shares her journey from Right Media and Unilever to building retail media capabilities at Jet and DoorDash, along with insights into data, targeting, and the future of advertising. Katie explains how DoorDash uses closed-loop measurement, dish-level targeting, and off-site audience activation to help brands drive performance. She also discusses the growing complexity of retail media networks, why simplification matters for advertisers, and how AI and data will shape the next phase of the ad tech ecosystem. Takeaways Katie Daleo’s career spans early ad tech, CPG brand management, and retail media leadership. DoorDash connects CPG brands with consumers using its marketplace and retail media platform. Dish-level targeting lets brands reach users based on the meals and cuisines they order. Closed-loop measurement allows advertisers to track campaigns directly to purchases on DoorDash. Retail media networks must balance simplification with tailored solutions for different brands. AI and data analysis are becoming key tools for faster consumer discovery and decision making. Strong leadership comes from curiosity, intentional career moves, and understanding personal strengths and gaps. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Katie Daleo and the DoorDash CPG ads business 01:00 Katie’s path from Right Media to Unilever and into retail media 04:00 How DoorDash’s retail media platform works for CPG brands 05:18 Dish-level targeting and how brands reach food-affinity audiences 07:25 The role of data science and insights teams in advertising strategy 08:22 Trends shaping retail media and advertising over the next year 10:20 Closed-loop measurement and full-funnel advertising on DoorDash 12:15 AI, consumer discovery, and the future of search and advertising 14:08 Using DoorDash data for off-site advertising campaigns 15:37 Building partnerships and scaling DoorDash retail media 18:16 Leadership lessons and building a successful career in ad tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    20 mnt
  7. 27 MAR ·  BONUS

    Power Players: How Female Athletes Are Redefining Business and Brand Value

    Recorded live at the Marketecture Live Conference in New York City, this episode brings together Cosette Chaput, CEO & Co-Founder, Always Alpha; Allyson Felix, Co-Founder, Always Alpha; Wes Felix, Co-Founder, Always Alpha; and Zoe Ruderman, Chief Content Officer, ADWEEK, to unpack how female athletes are reshaping brand strategy, storytelling, and ROI. From breaking outdated sports marketing models to building authentic athlete-driven campaigns, this conversation dives into why brands need to rethink their approach now, before the window closes ahead of LA28. Takeaways Women’s sports is a high-growth business, not a trend, delivering strong and compounding ROI. Traditional sports marketing models were built for men and do not translate effectively to female audiences. Brands miss the mark by targeting male audiences instead of engaging female consumers authentically. Female athletes outperform influencers in engagement and trust despite having smaller followings. The biggest opportunity lies in storytelling. Female athletes bring relatable, real-life narratives that drive deeper connection. Waiting until major events like the Olympics is too late. Effective campaigns require long-term buildup. Investment in women’s sports is currently top-heavy, creating sustainability risks if the broader ecosystem is not developed. Brands that win collaborate with athletes as partners, not just endorsers. Categories like beauty are leading the way, while sectors like finance and automotive still lag behind. The window of opportunity is open but closing fast as competition and valuations rise. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the session and why women’s sports matter now 00:56 The origin story of Always Alpha 02:43 The problem with one-size-fits-all athlete representation 03:18 Why women’s sports is still misunderstood as a trend 04:40 Why traditional sports marketing does not work for women 05:32 Looking ahead to LA28 and the future of brand investment 06:19 The risk of a women’s sports bubble 08:15 What brands should be doing differently by LA28 09:08 The power of 360 storytelling in women’s sports 10:15 Authenticity and relatability as marketing advantages 11:23 What brands are getting wrong today 12:39 Why storytelling beats templated campaigns 14:05 Female athletes vs influencers, engagement and impact 15:19 ROI in women’s sports and brand trust 16:07 The education gap with brands entering sports 16:59 Why brands need to act now 17:26 Categories leading the way (beauty, retail) 18:17 Opportunities in underrepresented industries 19:00 How Always Alpha defines success today 20:17 What is driving optimism for the future 23:05 Closing remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 mnt

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A Podcast For The People About The People. The AdTechGod ® Pod celebrates the Minds Behind Adtech and offers an engaging platform where listeners can discover the stories and insights of the individuals driving the advertising technology industry. This podcast shines a spotlight on the creative and innovative minds that make adtech great, providing a unique perspective on the people behind the technology that shapes our digital advertising experiences. All guests appearing on the adtech god podcast are invited participants; they do not provide compensation to AdTechGod for their appearance. The podcast's funding is provided through preroll and midroll advertisements, which are sponsored by various companies. If you are interested in being a guest or advertising on the AdTechGod Pod (The Adtech God Podcast) please visit https://www.adtechgod.com/adtechgod-pod.

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