Inside the Brand Experience

Invision

Welcome to Inside the Brand Experience podcast, where we dive into the future of audience engagement. You’ll hear from experts and Fortune 500 brand leaders in communications, strategy, creative, digital and events on what moves customers —and how brands can best position themselves for maximum audience engagement. To dive deeper into any of these topics, please reach out to info@iv.com

  1. 10/15/2024

    Unlocking Potential: How Training and Mentorship Drive Professional Growth

    In this episode of the Xcast, Ciara Nowak, the Training and Development Manager at InVision, takes us through the significance of employee growth via training and development. Ciara covers trending topics in the training space and shares best practices for fostering a learning culture within organizations. Later, she is joined by Elisha Kessman, Vice President of Experience Delivery, who leads InVision's mentorship program. Elisha highlights the vital role mentorship plays in personal and professional development, sharing tips on how employees can benefit from mentor-mentee relationships across different disciplines. Key Takeaways: Importance of Training and Development: Investing in training and development is crucial for both personal growth and organizational success. It not only helps employees stay updated with industry trends but also enhances productivity, processes, and engagement within the organization.Impact on Employee Retention and Profitability: Organizations that prioritize training and development experience higher employee retention and profitability. Studies show that employees who engage in learning feel a stronger connection and purpose in their work.Designing Effective Training Programs: Effective training programs should be tailored to the audience's needs, considering their learning styles (e.g., interactive, self-paced, or lecture-based), and addressing specific skill gaps. Clear, realistic goals should be set to ensure comprehension and application of the material.Mentorship as a Complement to Training: Mentorship programs are a valuable extension of training, providing personalized guidance and support. Mentors help employees explore growth areas, share experiences, and collaborate across disciplines, enhancing overall development.Creating a Culture of Learning: Organizations should foster a learning culture by leading by example, encouraging employee feedback, and making training accessible. Celebrating learner successes, conducting regular sessions, and offering a blend of live and on-demand learning opportunities can significantly boost engagement.

    22 min
  2. 09/10/2024

    Unleashing Creativity with AI: Experiential Marketing and Dreamforce 2024

    In this episode of The Xcast, hosts Evan Strange and Michelle Bartosiewicz dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and experiential marketing. Joined by special guest Katie Snider, VP Executive Creative Director at Salesforce, the trio explores how AI is transforming creativity and marketing, from unlocking new efficiencies to enhancing the attendee experience at events like Dreamforce. They discuss how AI is augmenting, rather than replacing, human creativity, and share practical ways brands can use AI intentionally to drive personalization, engagement, and real-time feedback. Key Takeaways: AI as a Creativity Tool: AI enhances human creativity by taking on mundane tasks, allowing creatives to focus on ideation and storytelling. It functions as a "co-pilot," boosting efficiency without replacing the human touch.Fear vs. Opportunity: While many fear AI will replace jobs, particularly in creative fields, the panelists agree that AI augments creativity by offering new tools for rapid prototyping, ideation, and real-time audience engagement.Personalization & Real-Time Insights: AI's power in experiential marketing lies in its ability to personalize experiences at scale, such as tailoring event content or providing real-time audience feedback to enhance engagement.Intentional Use of AI: AI should be used with purpose, not just because it’s a trending technology. Brands should align their AI strategies with business goals, ensuring that it delivers value and enhances the user experience.Dreamforce Preview: Katie Snider offers a sneak peek into the AI-driven innovations planned for Dreamforce, Salesforce’s annual event, highlighting how AI will create immersive and personalized experiences for attendees.

    37 min

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Welcome to Inside the Brand Experience podcast, where we dive into the future of audience engagement. You’ll hear from experts and Fortune 500 brand leaders in communications, strategy, creative, digital and events on what moves customers —and how brands can best position themselves for maximum audience engagement. To dive deeper into any of these topics, please reach out to info@iv.com