Podcast appearances and mentions of Bennie F Johnson

Samuel Monnie, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Purpose Hive, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about what it means to be a marketing reformer, why purpose and profit can live together, and how a global community can inspire.

Melissa Fors Shackelford, Fractional CMO, Author of Harnessing Purpose: A Marketer's Guide to Inspiring Connection, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about finding meaning in the work we do, knowing clarity and authenticity need to be on purpose, and the need to start with value.

Islam ElDessouky, Global Vice President Creative Strategy & Content for Coca-Cola, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about how kindness can change the world, what it means to be given the keys to an iconic brand, and why it's important to find the unexpected in a partnership.

Jimi Gibson, Vice President, Brand Communication, Thrive Agency, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about the magic and wonder that is marketing, why it's always important to wow an audience, and the need to be intentional when building relationships.

Lola Bakare, Author of Responsible Marketing: How To Create An Authentic & Inclusive Marketing Strategy, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about finding marketing in ourselves, why we need to leave things better than we found them, and discovering what it means to be a writer.

Richard Davies, Co-Founder of Alchemy-Rx, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about why marketing is innovation and innovation is marketing, how marketing can never be stationary, and the pursuit of the new.

Becky Wixon and Bryan Biniak of Balance the Mix, join AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about brand essence, the sticky middle parts, the need for sonic identities, and why we all need to be audio first.

Laura Ries, author The Strategic Enemy, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about the value of strategic enemies, the need to create our own brand categories, and why nothing is possible without focus.

Soyoung Kang, President of eos Products, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about studying architecture and the value of setting a vision, the need to create desirability and joy in a brand, and why you need to lean into your skills and learn new things to find success and joy

Nancy Harhut, Founder of HBT Marketing, joins AMA's CEO and podcast host, Bennie F. Johnson, for a conversation about the misconceptions of B2B marketing, what happens when you employ behavioral science in marketing campaigns, and why it's always necessary to employ the brain.

Jen Martindale EVP, Marketing and Communications of the Chicago Cubs joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why we need to revere the past while finding new ways to celebrate the future, the necessity of a fan vibe check, and why every brand needs its legends and lore.

Matt Witt, National Digital Experience Leader of Deloitte Digital joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the value of building a space for innovation and creating environments to inspire, the importance of design thinking, and finding the objective space

Kevin Babcock, Head of Creative Partnerships for Google joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the creator economy, why brands need to maximize awareness, and how brands can bring together generations.

Lena Petersen, Chief Strategy Officer of Sugar23 joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why entertainment is everywhere, the need to align with the communities we want to connect with, and why more storytelling is what's needed today.

Dov Hoffman, Vice President, B2B Marketing, Weber Shandwick, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the importance of helping others, a convergence of marketing worlds, and why understanding your core principles can supercharge your work.

Kate Price and Adam Tremblay of Prophet join AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about transformational journeys, how marketing teams collaborate and how thoughts are evolving around a growth mindset.

Alexis Eyre and Paul Randle, AMA's 2024 Berry Book Award and authors of the book, “Sustainable Marketing: The Industry's Role in a Sustainable Future”, join AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the global impact of marketing, why we all need to make marketing better, and the circular economy.

Donna Sharp, Managing Director for MediaLink and current partner at United Talent Agency, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why it's important to lean into luck, why we should measure authenticity, and why culture is a skillset.

Jason Brown, CEO of Pearlfisher, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about finding talent that exceeds you, tackling risk aversion, and why curiosity and faith are both necessary

Dr. Rajesh Bagchi, the R.B. Pamplin Professor of Marketing at the Pamplin College of Business, Virginia Tech, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about AMA community, human intelligence, ethical leadership, and why the tools might change but the fundamentals remain.

Rebekah Pagis, President of Design Bridge, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the importance of brand core, the excitement of branding a rocket ship, and why brand work needs to evolve.

Marcus Collins, author of For The Culture: The Power Behind What We Buy, What We Do, and Who We Want to Be, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about finding those aha moments, the value of creative destruction, and why we need to show up, know the text, and have an opinion.

David Edelman, author of Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the role of the CMO, why we need to unlock challenges, and most of all, understand the business.

Richard Nunn, the CEO of Mileage Plus for United Airlines, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the travel mindset and how we need to change our thinking around travel verticals, the value of creating the living room in the sky, and complexity of logistics.

Eugenia Blackstone the Chief Marketing Officer for Iris Powered by Generali joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the being the chief magic officer, learning to accept feedback and making teams work, and knowing that the more you deal with change, the better you are at dealing with change. 

Jon Cook, the Global CEO of VML, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the importance of nostalgia in rest, global scale and local experience, and taking the time to imagine and create your own future. 

José Villa, CEO of Sensis, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about how we navigate chaos, the need to change the trajectory of business and the power of integration, and the impact of the Hispanic market.

Brian Rosenberg, President Emeritus, Macalester College and author of the book, Whatever It Is, I'm Against It:  Resistance to Change in Higher Education, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why there is resistance to change in higher education, how to find good ideas in non-traditional spaces, and why we need to do the research.

Tiffany Wilburn, Fractional CMO at Clever Disruption, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why being fearless is important, the expanding senior executive marketing space, staying connected, and the value of critical thinking.

Steve Dennis, author of Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about retail and changes in commerce, why making mind leaps can change your outlook, and the value of the foundational elements of marketing. 

Paul Frampton, Global President of Control vs Exposed (CvE), joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the difference between the map and the terrain, deeply understanding people, and why marketing is about humanity.

As it's Thanksgiving week, we're taking a moment to look back at one of our favorite episodes with Bennie F. Johnson, CEO of the American Marketing Association. In this conversation, Bennie breaks down how AMA supports both academics and practitioners, shares his perspective on AI's ethical and legal challenges, and even explains why LinkedIn is his platform of choice. Most memorably, he highlights why he believes marketing is equal parts art, science, and magic. Full Episode Details  The American Marketing Association is probably an organization you're familiar with, and in this episode, we welcomed none other than the CEO himself, Bennie F. Johnson, for a fantastic conversation. Bennie shares some background of AMA and how it supports those on the academic and practitioner side of marketing. We hear his thoughts on AI and the ethical and legal considerations that marketing pros need to know about – some of which differ by state and country. Bennie also explains why LinkedIn is the platform of choice for his personal brand and AMA. Bennie shares his advice for the future marketing leaders out there, and we chat about why marketing today doesn't just belong in the creative realm. There's also a science to it (with a dash of magic too). He outlines how marketing pros can communicate the value of marketing to a wider organization, the importance of taking risks, and his advice for the Social Pros community. In This Episode: 1:08 - How the American Marketing Association supports the marketing community 4:58 - Why marketers need communities more than ever 7:28 - How marketers can embrace AI 11:00 - What marketers need to know about different privacy regulations 13:13 - Balancing communication with community members 17:24 - How Bennie speaks to future marketers 20:38 - How marketers can communicate their value to a wider organization 24:46 - Why risk and curiosity are key to marketing 29:37 - Leading authentically in marketing 31:23 - Bennie's one tip for those wanting to become a social pro Resources  Join the Social Pros community on LinkedIn American Marketing Association Connect with Bennie on LinkedIn Visit SocialPros.com for more insights from your favorite social media marketers.

In this insightful A100 video interview, Bennie F. Johnson, CEO of the American Marketing Association, shares his dynamic vision for the future of marketing. Bennie discusses how AMA serves as a global hub for marketing professionals, supporting everyone from students to executives. He explores key topics like AI, data-driven decision making, and the critical role of community in shaping the marketing profession. Key Highlights: Embracing Disruptive Change: Bennie emphasizes the importance of welcoming innovation and leveraging marketing's evolving tools to drive productive change, especially in an AI-driven landscape. Fostering Community: He explains how AMA creates spaces for marketers across all sectors to collaborate, learn, and grow, emphasizing that communities are more essential than ever in a digital-first world. Ethical Responsibility in Marketing: Bennie also touches on the growing need for transparency and ethical practices in marketing, as consumers demand more accountability from brands. Join us as Bennie Johnson shares his forward-thinking approach to marketing leadership, offering essential insights for association professionals navigating change and building stronger communities. Stay Connected: Subscribe to The Association 100 podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube Podcasts to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow us on LinkedIn at The Association 100 and OnWrd & UpWrd for the latest in association trends and strategies. Tune in for more episodes packed with expert insights and innovative strategies to help your association embrace change and lead with impact!

Marketing / And Live from New York City, Episode 2: Lerzan Aksoy, Ph.D., Gabelli School of Business, Fordham University joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about her academic journey in marketing, how she is helping to encourage the next generation of marketers to be lifelong learners, and the importance of relationships.

Marketing / And Live from New York City, Episode 3: Fernando Romero, SVP of Digital Ad Sales at TelevisaUnivision joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the early days of the internet, why digital is no longer just a concept but integrated into everything we do in marketing, the authenticity of audiences and the value in showing up all the time, and why living in New York City is a gift.

Marketing / And Live from New York City, Episode 1: LaFontaine E. Oliver, President & CEO of New York Public Radio, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about his start on a campus radio station and what it means to lead New York Public Radio today, the culture of radio, and the relationship between social media and marketing.

Marketing / And Live from New York City, Episode 4: Forest Young, Executive Director of Design, FUNDAMENTAL.co joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about his career journey from consulting to in-house design leader, the importance of sustainability as more than a discussion point, the capacity of caring, and why design has the power to transform.

Radhika Duggal, Chief Marketing Officer of Major League Soccer, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why you should enable your teams to do the important work, the value of a thank you, and figuring out how to say yes.

Erin Levzow, innovative marketing leader and CMO and the Growth Advisor for Batch & Box , joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why we need to build experiences and human connections, the integration of emotional intelligence and technology, and why leaning into guilty pleasures is a good idea.

Dan Csont, Chief Marketing Officer of Corpay, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the strategy of branding, executive partnerships, and the importance of understanding the business of the company.

Leah Chandler, Chief Marketing Officer of Discover Puerto Rico, and AMA's 2024 National Nonprofit Marketer of the Year, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about why we need to find connective threads in our work, the value of understanding perceptions, and how tourism can change lives.

Clemence Sop, Head of Marketing Innovation at InterSystems, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about finding opportunities in the pain points, knowing that innovation is about trying, and understanding the art of persuasion.

Krenda Frushour, Senior Director International at Blistex Inc. joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about the value of the professional community, learning from partners in the global space, and understanding emotional connections with customers.

Robert Rose, founder and Chief Strategy Officer of The Content Advisory and author, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about being a marketing fanboy, the evolution of content marketing, and why we need to focus on delivering value.

Alex Morrison, Chief Marketing Officer of Pearpop, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about what it means to be a creator first community, why entrepreneurial spaces are important, and the value in simplicity.

Brian Rice, Senior Vice President, Global Chief Design and Brand Experience Officer at 3M Company joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about career breakthroughs, why we should all be leveraging the power of design, and the value of mentorship. 

Wes Michael, President of Rare Patient Voice, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about brand management, experimenting, listening to the voice of the consumer, and being part of the solution.  

Naomi Litowitz, SVP, Head of Strategy and Planning at Brainlabs, joins AMA's Bennie F. Johnson to talk about how we recognize the future, why you never want to pay the creepiness tax, and why you need to connect with your audience. 

Bennie F. Johnson is the Chief Executive Officer of the American Marketing Association (AMA). AMA is the largest community-based marketing association in the world. Their community of local chapters spans more than 70 cities and 320 college campuses throughout North America. AMA is home to award-winning content, PCM® professional certification, five premiere academic journals, and industry-leading live and virtual training events. Bennie also serves on the Board of Overseers for Columbia University's School of Professional Studies, as a Trustee of the Smithsonian Archives of American Art, and he was recently named to the Board of the Phillips Collection in Washington, DC. Bennie's own podcast – “Marketing / And”: https://www.ama.org/marketing-and-podcast-with-bennie-f-johnson/ Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and on X @wisegiving.

Get ready to learn about the magic of marketing! Bennie F. Johnson, CEO of the American Marketing Association, joins the Social Pros podcast to shed light on why he believes marketing is equal parts art, science, and magic. Full Episode Details The American Marketing Association is probably an organization you're familiar with, and in this episode, we welcomed none other than the CEO himself, Bennie F. Johnson, for a fantastic conversation. Bennie shares some background of AMA and how it supports those on the academic and practitioner side of marketing. We hear his thoughts on AI and the ethical and legal considerations that marketing pros need to know about – some of which differ by state and country. Bennie also explains why LinkedIn is the platform of choice for his personal brand and AMA. Bennie shares his advice for the future marketing leaders out there, and we chat about why marketing today doesn't just belong in the creative realm. There's also a science to it (with a dash of magic too). He outlines how marketing pros can communicate the value of marketing to a wider organization, the importance of taking risks, and his advice for the Social Pros community. In This Episode: 2:15 - How the American Marketing Association supports the marketing community 6:05 - Why marketers need communities more than ever 8:35 - How marketers can embrace AI 12:07 - What marketers need to know about different privacy regulations 14:20 - Balancing communication with community members 18:31 - How Bennie speaks to future marketers 21:45 - How marketers can communicate their value to a wider organization 25:53 - Why risk and curiosity are key to marketing 30:44 - Leading authentically in marketing 32:30 - Bennie's one tip for those wanting to become a social pro Resources Join the Social Pros community on LinkedIn American Marketing Association Connect with Bennie on LinkedIn Visit SocialPros.com for more insights from your favorite social media marketers.