Built to Convert

Tyler Lane
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This is Built to Convert — the podcast for marketers and business builders obsessed with turning strategy into impact.

  1. 5D AGO

    Breaking Agency Bottlenecks and Building Lasting Growth With John Doherty

    John Doherty is an agency coach and the Founder of EditorNinja, a leading content editing service that has edited over 14 million words, as well as the Founder of Credo, a marketplace connecting businesses with vetted SEO and digital marketing partners. He is a serial digital entrepreneur with a track record of building and scaling service businesses, including selling both Credo and EditorNinja, and has helped agencies generate over $50 million in trackable revenue and $250 million in leads. About the Episode Many agency owners believe their biggest problem is lead generation. But what if that's not the real bottleneck? In this episode, Tyler Lane hosts John Doherty, founder, multi-time agency builder, and now agency growth coach, to unpack the hard truths behind scaling service businesses. John shares lessons from building and selling Credo and EditorNinja, overcoming burnout, and stepping into coaching full-time. Together, they explore pricing mistakes, margin compression, founder psychology, brand building in the AI era, and why most agencies don't have a lead problem — they have a clarity and confidence problem.

    51 min

  2. FEB 18

    Transforming Credit Union Marketing for Growth and Trust With Pam Piligian

    Pam Piligian is the Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President at Navy Federal Credit Union, the world's largest credit union serving over 15 million members with a full range of financial products and services. Under her leadership, Navy Federal has maintained industry-leading satisfaction and trust scores, and her innovative marketing strategies have helped drive large-scale member growth and brand preference. With more than 30 years of experience spanning both agency and in-house roles, Pam brings a uniquely analytical and strategic approach to marketing, blending data-driven insights with a deep commitment to member experience. About the Episode Credit unions face relentless rate competition, rising acquisition costs, and growing pressure to prove ROI — all while staying true to their mission. In this episode, Pam Piligian, Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President at Navy Federal Credit Union, shares how the nation's largest credit union drives growth without sacrificing trust. From operationalizing brand promises across 15 million members to balancing brand and performance marketing, Pam breaks down how service, transparency, and disciplined testing create long-term loyalty in a commoditized financial landscape.

    49 min

  3. FEB 11

    Transforming Credit Union Relevance and Culture in a Digital Age With Tansley Stearns

    Tansley Stearns is the President and CEO of orsa credit union, a member-owned financial institution dedicated to delivering innovative, community-focused banking services across Michigan. Under Tansley's leadership, orsa credit union has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-in-State Credit Union, and she is known for driving transformative growth and purpose-led culture initiatives across the organization, which serves tens of thousands of members. With over 25 years of experience in the credit union industry, Tansley is passionate about fostering belonging, authenticity, and bold innovation while navigating the evolving landscape of financial services. About the Episode As the financial services landscape continues to evolve, credit unions must adapt to stay relevant and impactful. This episode dives into how credit unions can maintain their competitive edge in a digital-first world. Tyler Lane hosts Tansley Stearns, President and CEO of orsa credit union, as they explore the importance of aligning brand, digital experience, and member engagement strategies. Tansley shares her insights on leadership, cultural transformation, and how innovation with purpose can drive sustainable growth, all while navigating a highly regulated industry.

    40 min

  4. FEB 4

    The Future of Video, AI, and Leadership in eCommerce With Yash Ranadive

    Yash Ranadive is the Founder and CEO of Videoselz, a platform that helps brands boost conversions by showcasing user-generated content and product videos directly inside their Shopify stores. With prior leadership roles at Meta, Yash has helped drive billions in impact, and his current company recently earned the Built for Shopify badge, which is achieved by less than 2% of apps on the platform. A seasoned engineer with over 17 years of experience, Yash is a serial entrepreneur who has built and scaled multiple startups, drawing inspiration from process-driven approaches and a deep passion for quality. About the Episode Video is becoming one of the most powerful tools in e-commerce, and AI is accelerating that shift faster than most brands realize. In this episode, Tyler Lane hosts Yash Ranadive, Founder and CEO of Videoselz, to explore how immersive content, personalization, and leadership lessons from Meta are shaping the future of online shopping. Yash shares insights from building multiple startups, leading engineering teams at scale, and why brands should focus on AI-driven customer engagement before the spatial computing wave fully arrives.

    43 min

  5. JAN 28

    What High-Impact Content Looks Like in the AI Era With Mallory Russell

    Mallory Russell is a fractional MarComms and content leader with over 15 years of experience building high-impact, full-funnel content strategies. Formerly VP of Global Integrated Content Marketing and Strategy at Square, she led initiatives that transformed the company's approach to organic growth through storytelling, SEO, and cross-channel strategy, growing organic search to more than half of inbound traffic within her first year. Known for pioneering innovative content programs at high-growth tech and mission-driven organizations, Mallory unifies brand, performance, and organic discoverability across emerging platforms. About the Episode As AI accelerates content creation and channels continue to multiply, standing out has never been harder. Tyler Lane sits down with Mallory Russell, former VP of Global Integrated Content Marketing at Square, to unpack what high-impact content really looks like in the AI era. They explore how integrated strategy, thoughtful use of AI, and a deep focus on audience needs can turn content from a volume game into a true growth engine.

    45 min

  6. JAN 21

    Empowering SMEs To Compete in the AI Era With Daniel Male

    Daniel "Dan" Male is the Co-founder of Mariner11, a marketing services company that helps small- and medium-sized businesses sharpen their positioning, compete with enterprise brands, and build sustainable growth through integrated search and brand strategy. With a background in senior agency leadership at MRM McCann and extensive experience as a solo consultant and fractional CMO, Dan has helped Mariner11 quickly establish itself as a strategic partner for ambitious SMEs since its founding in 2023. He is passionate about leveling the playing field for smaller brands, leveraging both creative and analytical approaches to brand marketing, and guiding clients through the evolving impacts of AI on digital marketing. About the Episode Small and midsize businesses are facing a rapidly shifting competitive landscape as AI lowers barriers to entry and accelerates commoditization. In this episode, Tyler Lane hosts Daniel Male, Co-founder of Mariner 11, to discuss how SMEs can compete more effectively by leaning into brand strategy, prioritization, and integrated marketing. Daniel shares his journey from agency leadership to entrepreneurship, unpacks how AI is reshaping search and content, and explains why distinctive brands — not shortcuts — will be the differentiator in the AI era.

    46 min

  7. JAN 14

    Elevating Brand Marketing in Higher Education With Sarah Foley

    Sarah Foley is the Director of Brand Marketing at the University of Denver, where she leads efforts to shape the university's reputation and drive brand engagement in the highly complex world of higher education. With a background that spans agency account management and in-house marketing leadership, Sarah has spearheaded innovative brand health monitoring programs and overseen integrated campaigns across content, social, and paid media for an institution with a significant graduate student population. About the Episode Brand marketing in higher education comes with extended decision cycles, decentralized teams, and ROI that's difficult to quantify. In this episode, Tyler Lane sits down with Sarah Foley, Director of Brand Marketing at the University of Denver, to unpack how brand awareness, sentiment, and trust drive real outcomes over time. Sarah shares her journey from agency life to higher ed, how DU measures brand health beyond applications and clicks, and what long-funnel marketers in any industry can learn from higher education's complex ecosystem.

    46 min

  8. JAN 7

    Unlocking Scalable, Mission-Driven Growth Through Strategic Clarity With Trey Sheneman

    Trey Sheneman is the Founder of Herald, a brand strategy firm that helps mission-driven organizations achieve predictable growth through clearer messaging, stronger conversions, and revenue-focused marketing. Under his leadership, Herald has delivered its proprietary COMPASS Method to over 100 clients, boasting an 88% success rate in improving clients' business performance in the quarter following their engagement. Trey brings 15 years of experience working with renowned brands such as John Maxwell and Dave Ramsey, and he hosts the 10-Minute Masterclass podcast, where he shares actionable growth insights. About the Episode Mission-driven companies often have deep conviction but struggle to translate that purpose into scalable, predictable growth. In this episode, Tyler Lane sits down with Trey Sheneman, Founder of Herald and creator of the COMPASS Method, to unpack how strategic clarity, disciplined focus, and trust-driven leadership unlock sustainable growth. Trey shares his journey from ministry to marketing, lessons learned from working with brands like John Maxwell and Dave Ramsey, and how his framework helps founders align vision, messaging, offers, and channels without losing authenticity or values

    39 min
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This is Built to Convert — the podcast for marketers and business builders obsessed with turning strategy into impact.

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  • Creator
    Tyler Lane
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Built to Convert (c) 2025
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