Performance Marketing Spotlight

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The Performance Marketing Spotlight brings key figures from the affiliate marketing space to share their experiences and insights. Each episode will dive into ways you can improve and maximize your affiliate program. The podcast is hosted by Marshall Nyman, an industry veteran and Founder & CEO of NYMO & Co., which is an affiliate marketing consultancy that helps brands maximize their affiliate marketing program. The podcast focuses on all things performance marketing such as affiliate networks, publishers, advertisers, agencies, content, PR, and technology. For any questions about affiliate marketing feel free to reach out to NYMO & Co. at https://nymo.co/contact-nymo-co/.

  1. Ep. 64 | Breeze Leonard (SheBuysTravel): The Future of Publisher Partnerships in the Age of AI

    6d ago

    Ep. 64 | Breeze Leonard (SheBuysTravel): The Future of Publisher Partnerships in the Age of AI

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, Breeze Leonard, Director of Affiliate Partnerships at She Buys Travel, joins Marshall to discuss the evolving role of publishers and content creators in today's performance marketing landscape. Breeze shares her unconventional path into marketing, from aspiring educator and travel journalist to building She Buys Travel's affiliate program from the ground up. She reflects on launching the publisher's affiliate strategy just before the COVID-19 pandemic and the creative challenges of monetizing travel content during a time when the world had largely stopped traveling. The conversation explores how publisher partnerships are changing as AI and large language models reshape search and content discovery. Breeze explains why authentic, experience-driven content is becoming more valuable than ever, how publishers are adapting to new attribution challenges, and why brands should view trusted editorial partners as a critical component of their AI visibility strategy. Marshall and Breeze also dive into the future of affiliate marketing, the growing importance of social and creator-led content, and how stronger collaboration between brands, publishers, and technology partners will define the next generation of performance marketing. This episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of affiliate marketing, publishing, and AI—and why authenticity remains the foundation of sustainable growth. Support the show

    23 min
  2. Ep. 63 | Ewen Finser (ScaleVisible): AI Visibility, Reddit Strategy & the Future of Performance Marketing

    May 22

    Ep. 63 | Ewen Finser (ScaleVisible): AI Visibility, Reddit Strategy & the Future of Performance Marketing

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 63 of Performance Marketing Spotlight, Marshall sits down with Ewen Finser, CEO of ScaleVisible, to break down the rise of AI visibility and how it’s reshaping performance marketing. Ewen shares his unconventional path from the military to building and scaling a 100+ site media portfolio, and how Google’s algorithm changes pushed him into Reddit marketing and ultimately launching ScaleVisible. The conversation dives into why Reddit has become a critical discovery channel, how AI platforms like ChatGPT are influencing consumer behavior, and why brands need a dedicated strategy for AI visibility. They also explore the convergence of affiliate, SEO, PR, and paid media, the growing importance of third-party validation, and the challenges around attribution in an AI-driven ecosystem. Ewen highlights the opportunity for challenger brands to gain market share, what brands should be testing right now, and what the future holds for publishers and the open web. If you’re looking to understand where performance marketing is heading next, this episode is packed with actionable insights and forward-looking perspective. Support the show

    21 min
  3. Ep. 62 | Anders Bill (Superfiliate): Building a Creator Marketing Platform Across Affiliate, Paid & Partnerships

    Apr 28

    Ep. 62 | Anders Bill (Superfiliate): Building a Creator Marketing Platform Across Affiliate, Paid & Partnerships

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, Anders Bill, co-founder of Superfiliate, joins Marshall to break down the evolution of the creator economy and how brands can effectively scale creator marketing today. Anders shares his entrepreneurial journey—from building on the early Spotify ecosystem (and learning hard lessons about platform risk) to scaling a marketplace for photographers, and ultimately co-founding Superfiliate. He dives into how creator marketing has expanded far beyond traditional affiliate into a multi-channel growth engine that includes paid partnerships, TikTok Shop, and creator-led advertising. The conversation also explores the importance of authenticity in influencer marketing, why consumers are more discerning than ever, and how AI should be used to enhance—not replace—relationship-driven marketing. Anders also discusses Superfiliate’s latest product innovations, including tools designed to streamline flat-fee partnerships and campaign management. This episode is a deep dive into where the creator economy is headed—and why brands that embrace its growing complexity will have the biggest advantage moving forward. Support the show

    24 min
  4. Ep. 61 | Dexter Dethmers (Hi Energy): Fixing Affiliate Complexity for Publishers with AI & Automation

    Mar 24

    Ep. 61 | Dexter Dethmers (Hi Energy): Fixing Affiliate Complexity for Publishers with AI & Automation

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, Dexter Dethmers, co-founder of Hi Energy, joins Marshall to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities in affiliate marketing today—especially from the publisher perspective. Dexter shares his journey from lead generation in Australia to running programs at CJ and Honey, and ultimately launching Hi Energy to solve the growing complexity in the affiliate ecosystem. He dives into how fragmented platforms, inefficient workflows, and outdated attribution models are holding publishers back—and how AI and automation can change that. The conversation also explores affiliate marketing as a testing ground for brands, the rise of new discovery channels like Reddit and LLMs, and why the industry must evolve beyond last-click attribution. Dexter offers a candid look at what it’s like building a company, balancing product vision with market demands, and why the future of affiliate depends on empowering the next generation of publishers. Support the show

    28 min
  5. Ep. 60 | Amanda Karr (Tailored Brands): Scaling Affiliate Programs for Major Retailers in the AI Era

    Mar 13

    Ep. 60 | Amanda Karr (Tailored Brands): Scaling Affiliate Programs for Major Retailers in the AI Era

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, host Marshall Nyman sits down with Amanda Karr, Affiliate Marketing leader at Tailored Brands, the parent company behind well-known retailers including Men’s Wearhouse and Joseph A. Bank. Amanda shares her career journey from getting her start at an affiliate marketing agency to spending nearly a decade managing the affiliate program at Macy’s, and now leading affiliate strategy for Tailored Brands. She discusses how the affiliate channel has evolved over the past two decades and what it takes to successfully manage performance partnerships inside a large retail organization. The conversation covers how Tailored Brands has diversified its affiliate program beyond traditional deal partners, the growing importance of content and creator partnerships, and how AI and large language models are beginning to influence discovery, attribution, and brand visibility. Key topics include:  • How affiliate programs operate inside major retail organizations  • Diversifying programs beyond deal and loyalty partners  • The growing role of creators and influencer partnerships  • Why affiliate marketing remains a low-risk, high-ROI growth channel  • How AI and LLM citations could reshape performance marketing attribution  • The importance of cross-team collaboration between affiliate, SEO, and social This episode offers valuable insights for brands looking to modernize their affiliate programs and navigate the evolving performance marketing landscape. Support the show

    20 min
  6. Ep. 59 | Ryan Hilliard (Refersion & Influencer Marketing Hub): The Convergence of Affiliate, Influencer, and AI in Performance Marketing

    Mar 8

    Ep. 59 | Ryan Hilliard (Refersion & Influencer Marketing Hub): The Convergence of Affiliate, Influencer, and AI in Performance Marketing

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, host Marshall Nyman sits down with Ryan Hilliard, CEO of Refersion and Influencer Marketing Hub, to discuss the evolving relationship between affiliate marketing, influencer marketing, and performance-driven growth. Ryan shares his journey from agency-side performance marketing at ROI Revolution to leading two companies at the center of the affiliate and creator economy. He also explains how Refersion helps e-commerce brands track and scale affiliate partnerships while Influencer Marketing Hub provides marketers with trusted insights and resources on the creator landscape. The conversation explores the rise of creator-led performance marketing, how brands can effectively partner with influencers at scale, and why attribution is becoming increasingly complex as AI reshapes search and customer behavior. Key topics include:  • How affiliate and influencer marketing are increasingly converging  • Why brands should look beyond perfect attribution in modern customer journeys  • The growing role of micro-influencers and creator-driven performance marketing  • How AI is influencing research behavior and brand discovery  • Upcoming product innovations and AI-powered discovery tools at Refersion Whether you're a brand, publisher, or performance marketer, this episode offers valuable insights into where affiliate and influencer marketing are headed next. Support the show

    17 min
  7. Ep. 58 | Alexandra Chepulsky (Caraway Home): Building a Content-First Affiliate Program at Caraway

    Jan 23

    Ep. 58 | Alexandra Chepulsky (Caraway Home): Building a Content-First Affiliate Program at Caraway

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, host Marshall Nyman sits down with Alexandra Chepulsky, Senior Affiliate Marketing Manager at Caraway, to discuss how brands can build high-performing, content-led affiliate programs in an evolving performance landscape. Alexandra shares her journey from digital and paid marketing into affiliate leadership, how she built Caraway’s affiliate program from the ground up, and why prioritizing editorial relationships over lower-funnel tactics has driven long-term growth. The conversation explores the impact of AI, changing attribution models, and why PR and affiliate teams must work hand-in-hand to succeed today. Key topics include: Transitioning from coupon-heavy affiliate programs to content-driven partnershipsHow gifting, reviews, and editorial trust fuel sustainable affiliate growthNavigating Google, AI, and attribution changes as a brandWhy affiliate marketing delivers credibility and ROI beyond paid mediaThe future of performance marketing and evolving partnership modelsThis episode is a must-listen for brands looking to scale affiliate marketing through authentic partnerships and long-term value. Support the show

    21 min
  8. Ep. 57 | Reid Webb (Apartment Therapy Media): Social Commerce, Publisher Evolution & The Future of Affiliate Monetization

    12/08/2025

    Ep. 57 | Reid Webb (Apartment Therapy Media): Social Commerce, Publisher Evolution & The Future of Affiliate Monetization

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Performance Marketing Spotlight, host Marshall Nyman sits down with Reid Webb, Director of Shopping Revenue Strategy at Apartment Therapy Media, to explore how publishers can adapt and grow in a rapidly changing performance landscape. Reid shares his journey from agency-side beginnings to building commerce revenue programs across major publishers including Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, Cubby, and Dorm Therapy. We discuss: How AI and shifting search traffic are reshaping publisher monetizationWhy off-site and social commerce are becoming essential revenue channelsThe challenges and opportunities of managing affiliate programs across multiple brandsWhat metrics publishers should prioritize in an AI-driven environmentReid’s upcoming panel at Affiliate Summit West 2026, featuring voices from Opinary and other industry leadersWhether you’re a publisher, brand, or performance marketer, this episode delivers practical insights on how to future-proof your commerce strategy. Support the show

    23 min
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The Performance Marketing Spotlight brings key figures from the affiliate marketing space to share their experiences and insights. Each episode will dive into ways you can improve and maximize your affiliate program. The podcast is hosted by Marshall Nyman, an industry veteran and Founder & CEO of NYMO & Co., which is an affiliate marketing consultancy that helps brands maximize their affiliate marketing program. The podcast focuses on all things performance marketing such as affiliate networks, publishers, advertisers, agencies, content, PR, and technology. For any questions about affiliate marketing feel free to reach out to NYMO & Co. at https://nymo.co/contact-nymo-co/.

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