DesignRush Podcast

DesignRush Podcast

DesignRush Podcast brings you the best insights and perspectives from industry leaders and C-suite business influencers. Each episode features successful professionals in the digital world, discussing topics ranging from digital strategy and branding to email marketing and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a young professional, a startup entrepreneur, or a business executive, DesignRush Podcast provides valuable knowledge and advice to help you succeed in your career.

  1. Weak Browser Security Is the #1 Cybersecurity Risk Damaging Your Business

    4D AGO

    Weak Browser Security Is the #1 Cybersecurity Risk Damaging Your Business

    The browser is now the new operating system and it’s also the #1 target for cyberattacks. So why are so many organizations overlooking browser security? In this episode, Shourya Pratap Singh, Principal Software Engineer at SquareX, dives deep into the rapidly evolving world of browser security and why it’s no longer enough to rely solely on endpoint and network protection. Shourya discusses how SquareX is bridging the gap between user experience (UX) and cybersecurity, making sure your team is protected without compromising their workflow. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why the browser has become the new cybersecurity battlefield The biggest misconceptions about browser security and how to address them How to balance security with user experience and productivity The role of empathy in designing security products Why browser security must be a top priority for every organization How SquareX is transforming the way businesses think about browser protection Subscribe for weekly interviews with leaders reimagining the future of security, UX, and tech. 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #CyberSecurity #BrowserSecurity #TechInnovation #UserExperience #SquareX #SecurityFirst FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH

    24 min
  2. The #1 Reason Agencies Fail (And How To Fix It) | Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox

    OCT 22

    The #1 Reason Agencies Fail (And How To Fix It) | Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox

    Most agencies aren’t failing because of bad clients, they’re failing because of bad focus. In this episode, Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox and architect of HubSpot’s $115M partner program, shares the hard truth: most agencies stay stuck because they chase trends instead of building systems. Pete breaks down his SPEARS framework and shows how to scale with strategy, not guesswork. 🎧 You’ll learn: The #1 reason agencies fail (and what to do about it) How “niching down” increases profits and retention Why most agencies confuse tactics with true strategy How to use data as your company’s memory Why AI is not your positioning — and what is The SPEARS system: from vision to execution to scale Subscribe for weekly interviews with leaders redefining agency growth. 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #AgencyGrowth #B2BMarketing #Leadership #Databox #PredictableScale FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH#BusinessStrategy #FutureOfBusiness #CompetitiveAdvantage #DesignRushPodcast #RishadTobaccowala #BusinessTransformation #StrategicThinking #InnovationInBusiness #GrowthStrategy #leadershipinbusiness

    50 min
  3. The Real Story Behind Lay’s Rebrand | PepsiCo’s Bold Design Move

    OCT 9

    The Real Story Behind Lay’s Rebrand | PepsiCo’s Bold Design Move

    What does it take to reinvent the world’s best-selling chip brand — and make it feel brand new again? In this episode, Carl Gerhards, Senior Design Director at PepsiCo, joins Kia Johnson on the DesignRush Podcast to unpack how Lay’s underwent its most ambitious brand refresh in nearly a century. From rediscovering its roots to turning packaging into storytelling, Carl shares how design drives meaning, emotion, and business growth on a global scale. What you’ll learn: How PepsiCo reimagined Lay’s visual identity for over 200 markets Why authenticity and storytelling are at the heart of great design The balance between heritage, innovation, and future-proofing a global brand How design systems create consistency and cultural resonance What Lay’s viral “Chip Cam” campaign with Beckham and Henry reveals about brand joy.Lay’s rebrand isn’t just a new look, it’s a masterclass in how design tells a story worth sharing. 🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. #Lays #PepsiCo #BrandDesign #Rebrand #Storytelling #DesignLeadership #DesignRushPodcast FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH

    24 min
  4. The Hidden Reasons Agencies Lose Clients Before Pitching

    OCT 1

    The Hidden Reasons Agencies Lose Clients Before Pitching

    The Hidden Reason Agencies Lose Clients and How to Fix It Most agencies don’t lose clients because of bad work. They lose them before the first project even begins. In this episode of the DesignRush Podcast, Cliff Skelliter (Founder, Sky Story Creative) and Prashant Puri (CEO & Co-Founder, AdLift) reveal the hidden reason agencies lose trust: surface-level pitching, generic strategies, and black-box delivery models. From building emotional rapport to leveraging foresight and backend transparency, they explain how modern agencies can shift from “just another vendor” to indispensable strategic partner. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why most agency pitches fail before they start ✔️ The shift from clicks and CPC to revenue and relationships ✔️ How automation and AI build trust, not just efficiency ✔️ What interpretive design reveals about real audience connection ✔️ How to optimize for visibility in a post-Google, AI-driven world 👉 Watch now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe. If you’ve got a story to share, email spotlight@designrush.com #ClientRetention #AgencyGrowth #Storytelling #SEO #PerformanceMarketing #DesignRushPodcast FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH

    44 min
  5. AI Success vs. Failure: Tim O’Reilly’s Hard Truths for Leaders

    SEP 24

    AI Success vs. Failure: Tim O’Reilly’s Hard Truths for Leaders

    Generosity is a business model. In this episode, Tim O’Reilly, founder and CEO of O’Reilly Media, shares how open source, Web 2.0, and now AI show that the future belongs to those who create more value than they capture. From coining “open source” to popularizing “Web 2.0,” O’Reilly has spent decades helping innovators tell the stories that shape the future. He explains why blitzscaling is a dead end, how generosity and trust drive long-term success, and what AI can learn from the history of the internet. Key takeaways: Why “create more value than you capture” is the ultimate growth strategy The architecture of participation: open systems beat closed ones How generosity + generativity drive innovation Why blitzscaling leads to fragility, not resilience Enshittification: how platforms fail when they forget their users What AI can learn from the rise of open source and Web 2.0 Why values and trust will define the next era of tech Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube. #OpenSource #AI #Web20 #Generosity #Innovation #DesignRushPodcast FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH ☑️ Website: https://www.designrush.com/☑️ Instagram: / designrushmag ☑️ LinkedIn: / designrush ABOUT DESIGNRUSHDesignRush.com is a B2B marketplace connecting businesses with agencies through expert reviews and agency ranking lists, awards, knowledge resources, and personalized agency recommendations for vetted projects. FOLLOW DESIGNRUSH

    46 min

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DesignRush Podcast brings you the best insights and perspectives from industry leaders and C-suite business influencers. Each episode features successful professionals in the digital world, discussing topics ranging from digital strategy and branding to email marketing and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a young professional, a startup entrepreneur, or a business executive, DesignRush Podcast provides valuable knowledge and advice to help you succeed in your career.