Podcasts about red ventures

Jesse (@jspujji) is an entrepreneur, investor, and executive whose passion is helping people learn and grow through the power of entrepreneurship. He currently serves as Founder & CEO of Gateway and as Executive Chairman of Ampush and MySubscriptionAddiction.comPrior to Gateway, Jesse co-founded and was CEO of Ampush. During his tenure, Ampush grew to over 100 Ampushers, managed over $1BN in media spend, and partnered with brands such as Dollar Shave Club, Uber, Birchbox, and Hulu. He also led efforts in two strategic acquisitions, one divestiture and raising $15M from Red Ventures.Prior to Ampush, Jesse started his career with short stints at both Goldman Sachs and McKinsey. In 2006, Jesse graduated from The University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School with a dual concentration in Finance and Entrepreneurship, and a second degree in Political Science.He lives in St. Louis, MO with his wife and two kids. Outside of work, you can find traveling, playing tennis, watching Pixar movies, and indulging in dark chocolate.Don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriendsFollow Travis on:IG

En el episodio de hoy me siento con Francisco "Tony" Navarro-Sertich, quien es Executive Vice President (EVP) de Red Ventures Puerto Rico. Tony también es el fundador de Platea Media, Nave Bank y Guide.com. Tony me cuenta cómo fueron sus años creciendo entre Colombia y Estados Unidos, la filosofía educativa que aprendió en University of Virginia, sus años trabajando para IMAX, incluídos dos años como Head of Development en China, cómo comenzó a trabajar con inteligencia artificial en el 2018 y su transición a Red Ventures Puerto Rico en el 2020. También hablamos sobre cómo nació Platea, la importancia de encontrar tu "product-market fit", cómo la inteligencia artificial va a cambiar nuestra vida y su recomendación para empezar a trabajar e interactuar con esta tecnología. Tres "takeaways" de este episodio: 1.⁠ ⁠Tú puedes aprender de todo en la universidad, pero lo que no te enseña la universidad es berraquera. 2.⁠ Si tú tomas el camino ya pavimentado, sabes en qué dirección te va a llevar. ⁠Si tomas caminos distintos, se te abren puertas distintas. 3.⁠ ⁠El reto más grande (ahora mismo) no es que la tecnología te reemplace, es que un humano que sepa usar la tecnología te reemplace. Currículo de AI mencionado por Tony No olvides suscribirte a nuestro canal de Youtube.

In this can't-miss episode, host Zach shares the most exciting announcement in the history of the show: Behind the Stays (and its parent company StayWatch) has been acquired by Journey — a first-of-its-kind loyalty program designed to help travelers earn points on unique stays, landscape resorts, boutique hotels, vacation rentals, and more.  Joining Zach is John Sutton, the visionary founder of Journey, who brings over a decade of experience from his time at Red Ventures and collaborations with industry giants like Brian Kelly, Founder of The Points Guy. Together, they unveil how Journey plans to bridge the gap between boutique hotels and unique short-term rentals by creating a unified loyalty program that truly benefits both travelers and property owners. Discover how Journey aims to empower property owners with powerful marketing tools, shared insights, and a community that values their independence and brand identity. Learn about the star-studded team behind Journey, including notable figures like Chris Burch (founder of Tory Burch) and James McBride (luxury hotelier), all passionate about transforming the travel landscape. Tune in to hear Zach and John discuss: The vision behind Journey and why it's set to disrupt traditional loyalty programs The creation of the Journey Alliance and how it's uniting exceptional properties Innovative marketing and storytelling tools available to alliance members How Journey plans to offer more meaningful rewards to travelers The role of Journey Studios in amplifying authentic brand stories of hotels and vacation rentals And so much more Sign up for the Journey waitlist Request to be a part of the Journey Alliance  Read the exclusive Bloomberg article announcing Journey Connect with Zach on LinkedIn  

Send us a textBrian Shaw is the CEO of Discovery Education, a global leader in educational technology that reaches over 45 million students and 4.5 million educators across 100+ countries. With a background in finance and corporate strategy from his roles at Red Ventures and Time Warner Cable, Brian has extensive experience in M&A and business integration. At Discovery Education, he drives innovation through acquisitions and partnerships, delivering impactful digital learning solutions.

MISSION, Texas - Mission Economic Development Corporation believes its Ruby Red Ventures Build Mission Fund helps attract small businesses to the city. Under the program, small businesses that have been going for two years, are in good standing, and based in Mission, can apply for up to $15,000 in grants. The grants can be used to help with operation sustainability, facility improvements, expansion, working capital, and job retainment and creation. Brianna Casares, manager of marketing and programs at Mission EDC, granted an interview to the Rio Grande Guardian. She said of Ruby Red Ventures: “It's something that the entrepreneurs and business owners kind of wait for and are constantly asking, when is it coming back? How can I apply? How can I get ready for this? So, it's definitely popular and it kind of entices people to move here so that they can apply for it or move their business to Mission for the chance that funding.” Asked what the program is all about, Casares said: “Ruby Red Ventures is a grant program that we have here at Mission EDC. Previously, it was a competition, a pitch style Shark Tank type competition. But we really wanted to go back and honor our existing businesses. So prior, it was just for startups, but now, any businesses that have been in operation for the last two years are eligible to apply. “And they can apply for whatever it is that they may need, whether it's equipment, operations, sustainability, if they need to hire anybody, if they have any marketing initiatives, anything that's unique to their business, they can apply for that. So, there's not really any strict parameters as to what you are ineligible for, and you also don't have to compete. So it's just a simple application. You apply online, and kind of just tell us about your business. You give us a detailed project plan, and then we go from there.”  Casares continued: “This grant provides financial support to businesses that might otherwise face barriers to growth. It's just one more way Mission EDC is creating more jobs and opportunities for investment in our community.”Editor's Note: Go to the Rio Grande Guardian website to read the full story.Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.

Listen to Ric on the other side of the interview! Ric was recently a guest on "Invest Like the Best," hosted by Patrick O'Shaughnessy, where they discussed the early days of Red Ventures, the difference between "living good and living well," the power of forgiveness, and compounding more than just your capital. Check back next week to hear Ric turn the tables - putting Patrick on the other side of the interview for a change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today is Ric Elias. Ric is the CEO and co-founder of Red Ventures, which has a portfolio of fast-growing digital businesses like Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, Bankrate, and large investments in a variety of other businesses across industries. He began the business in 2000 and has grown it to now a global company with thousands of employees. Ric walks us through the early struggles that have led to what is now a flourishing investing platform, but mostly this episode is a masterclass on cultural values and philosophies that transcend mere financial gain. We discuss the difference between living good and well, the power of forgiveness, and compounding more than just your capital. Ric's story is one of resilience, humility, and grace. His story about being in the front row of the plane that Captain Sully landed in the Hudson is singular and very moving. Please enjoy my conversation with Ric Elias. Subscribe to Glue Guys! For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- This episode is brought to you by Ridgeline. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. I think this platform will become the standard for investment managers, and if you run an investing firm, I highly recommend you find time to speak with them. Head to ridgelineapps.com to learn more about the platform. — This episode is brought to you by Alphasense. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Imagine completing your research five to ten times faster with search that delivers the most relevant results, helping you make high-conviction decisions with confidence. AlphaSense provides access to over 300 million premium documents, including company filings, earnings reports, press releases, and more from public and private companies. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at Alpha-Sense.com/Invest and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegas help you make smarter decisions faster. ----- Invest Like the Best is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Invest Like the Best, visit joincolossus.com/episodes.  Past guests include Tobi Lutke, Kevin Systrom, Mike Krieger, John Collison, Kat Cole, Marc Andreessen, Matthew Ball, Bill Gurley, Anu Hariharan, Ben Thompson, and many more. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @patrick_oshag | @JoinColossus Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:04:29) Understanding Red Ventures: Origin and Evolution (00:06:44) Early Challenges and Turning Points (00:10:15) Operational Success and Company Culture (00:16:10) Insights on Motivation and Growth (00:25:35) Reflections on Money and Personal Well-being (00:32:39) The Hudson River Plane Crash Experience (00:42:25) Reconnecting with Puerto Rico and New Ventures (00:47:10) Underdogs to Champions (00:49:56) Building Trust and Team Dynamics (00:52:19) Balancing Speed and Sustainability (00:56:05) The Role of Confidence and Courage (01:00:49) The Pursuit of Purpose Over Profit (01:06:39) Recruitment and Company Culture (01:11:20) Future of Business and AI (01:23:20) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done For Ric

From transforming his own wholesaling business to guiding others, Felipe Bossans shares actionable insights on generating high-quality leads, increasing conversion rates, and ultimately lowering your cost per deal. Join us as we shed light on the evolving landscape of wholesaling regulations and find the right mentorship to scale your business.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Three biggest challenges for real estate investors Why you should focus on the 20% of zip codes that bring in 80% of your revenue How investors can identify their most profitable markets using data Perks of having a mentor to guide you through business challenges and growth Effective ways to adapt to changing wholesaling regulations  Two key approaches for scaling a real estate business   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Direct Mail Marketing Annie Yatch | LinkedIn Jesus Toledo | LinkedIn   TWEETABLES “When you're a professional real estate investor, what you are running is a sales and marketing business, and the product you're trading, the widget, is real estate.” “Success is an optimized daily experience sustainable over time. The profit part or the money part is a byproduct of it.”   ABOUT FELIPE BOSSANS  Felipe Bossans, based in Miami, FL, co-founded 8020REI. With a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Florida International University, Felipe brings a wealth of experience from previous roles at Life Property Buyers, Avoya Travel, Celebrity Cruises, Inc., and Red Ventures. His skill set includes Sales, Creative Real Estate Investing, Asset Management, Luxury Travel, Deal Creation, and more. Felipe leverages his diverse expertise to help real estate investors optimize their lead generation and conversion strategies through data-driven insights.   CONNECT WITH FELIPE  Website: 8020REI LinkedIn: Felipe Bossans ASCEND Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life, Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life:  

My First Million Key Takeaways Check out the episode pageRead the full notes @ podcastnotes.orgEpisode 622: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk to Jesse Pujji ( https://x.com/jspujji  ) about bootstrapping Ampush and the four levers of digital marketing.  — Show Notes:  (0:00) Unique insight + unfair advantage (3:05) How Jesse bootstrapped Ampush using GLG (14:00) Digital marketing in masterclass in 3 minutes (20:30) How to sell to the ultra rich (27:38) Red Ventures' Playbook (32:40) The Four Big Levers (41:00) Calling Zuck's cell (46:30) Noah Kagan's $100M mistake at facebook (58:45) What's the thing you can't not do? (1:01:00) Nelly performs at Jesse's birthday party — Links: • Gateway X - https://www.gateway.xyz/ • Aux Insights - https://www.auxinsights.com/ • Accordion - https://www.accordion.com/ • GrowthAssistant - https://growthassistant.com/ • GLG Insights - https://glginsights.com/ • Triple Whale - https://www.triplewhale.com/ • Ampush Lead Gen Overview - https://tinyurl.com/mw3f7cbk — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: Need to hire? You should use the same service Shaan uses to hire developers, designers, & Virtual Assistants → it's called Shepherd (tell ‘em Shaan sent you): https://bit.ly/SupportShepherd My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

My First Million Key Takeaways Check out the episode pageRead the full notes @ podcastnotes.orgEpisode 622: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk to Jesse Pujji ( https://x.com/jspujji  ) about bootstrapping Ampush and the four levers of digital marketing.  — Show Notes:  (0:00) Unique insight + unfair advantage (3:05) How Jesse bootstrapped Ampush using GLG (14:00) Digital marketing in masterclass in 3 minutes (20:30) How to sell to the ultra rich (27:38) Red Ventures' Playbook (32:40) The Four Big Levers (41:00) Calling Zuck's cell (46:30) Noah Kagan's $100M mistake at facebook (58:45) What's the thing you can't not do? (1:01:00) Nelly performs at Jesse's birthday party — Links: • Gateway X - https://www.gateway.xyz/ • Aux Insights - https://www.auxinsights.com/ • Accordion - https://www.accordion.com/ • GrowthAssistant - https://growthassistant.com/ • GLG Insights - https://glginsights.com/ • Triple Whale - https://www.triplewhale.com/ • Ampush Lead Gen Overview - https://tinyurl.com/mw3f7cbk — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: Need to hire? You should use the same service Shaan uses to hire developers, designers, & Virtual Assistants → it's called Shepherd (tell ‘em Shaan sent you): https://bit.ly/SupportShepherd My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

Episode 622: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk to Jesse Pujji ( https://x.com/jspujji  ) about bootstrapping Ampush and the four levers of digital marketing.  — Show Notes:  (0:00) Unique insight + unfair advantage (3:05) How Jesse bootstrapped Ampush using GLG (14:00) Digital marketing in masterclass in 3 minutes (20:30) How to sell to the ultra rich (27:38) Red Ventures' Playbook (32:40) The Four Big Levers (41:00) Calling Zuck's cell (46:30) Noah Kagan's $100M mistake at facebook (58:45) What's the thing you can't not do? (1:01:00) Nelly performs at Jesse's birthday party — Links: • Gateway X - https://www.gateway.xyz/ • Aux Insights - https://www.auxinsights.com/ • Accordion - https://www.accordion.com/ • GrowthAssistant - https://growthassistant.com/ • GLG Insights - https://glginsights.com/ • Triple Whale - https://www.triplewhale.com/ • Ampush Lead Gen Overview - https://tinyurl.com/mw3f7cbk — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: Need to hire? You should use the same service Shaan uses to hire developers, designers, & Virtual Assistants → it's called Shepherd (tell ‘em Shaan sent you): https://bit.ly/SupportShepherd My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

In this Virtual Coffee Break, Franklin Taggart welcomes media industry veteran Pete Pachal for an insightful conversation on the impact of AI on the media industry and creative sector. Pete, a seasoned editor and writer, shares his expertise and discusses his latest venture: The Media Copilot newsletter, podcast, and YouTube channel. Pete has been covering technology for more than two decades and has been following the field of artificial intelligence since before Gmail was trying to complete your sentences. Pete was Chief of Staff for Content at CoinDesk where he led the publication's AI Committee and wrote the company's guidelines for the use of generative AI. He's also held senior editorial positions at Red Ventures, Mashable, and NBC Universal. His work has appeared in Fast Company, Forbes, TIME, and more. In his meager spare time, Pete also hosts Pull To Open alongside journalist Chris Taylor, a weekly Doctor Who podcast that features thoughtful and entertaining commentaries on every single televised story. You can subscribe to the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@PullToOpen A few of the resources mentioned in this episode: • ChatGPT • Perplexity • OpusClip Important links for The Media Copilot • Media Copilot newsletter: https://mediacopilot.substack.com/ • Training classes: https://learn.mediacopilot.ai/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themediacopilot Media Copilot on social: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-media-copilot/ • Twitter: https://x.com/themediacopilot • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themediacopilot/ #podcast #media #mediaindustry #petepachal #themediacopilot

Send us a Text Message.Google's Local Business Service Woes: Persistent Bugs and AI-Driven Layoffs Spark Concern:  There have been ongoing support and technical issues with Google Business Profiles. Major bugs affecting local business profiles have persisted for months and in several cases years, including image misassignments and overzealous suspension algorithms that remove legitimate reviews. Google's support and engineering teams have struggled to resolve these issues, partly due to significant layoffs aimed at funding AI projects. While Google's local business services might not generate significant revenue for Google, they are crucial for the company's differentiation in the market. Is Google killing the goose by milking traditional resources for income and not investing enough to stay ahead of the competition. CNET's Future Under Ziff Davis: Challenges and Google Opportunities/Difficulties Post-Sale:  Red Ventures recently sold CNET to Ziff Davis for around $100 million, a significant loss from the $500 million purchase price. Despite Red Ventures' strong SEO and digital product expertise, CNET struggled due to aggressive content strategies and controversies over AI-generated content. CNET, once a trusted tech review site, saw its reputation and traffic decline. Factors like Google's increased emphasis on shopping ads and affiliate revenue pressures contributed to CNET's struggles. The sale to Ziff Davis is viewed as a positive move, but the site's recovery remains uncertain and tracking whether CNET can recover in the SERPS is worth following to see if a well managed, strong domain with good content can overcome Google's algorithmic whims. Google's Antitrust Remedies: Implications for Apple, Mozilla, and the SEO Landscape:  What will the repercussions of Google's recent antitrust liability be?. The potential remedies, such as breaking up Google, ending exclusive default search deals with Apple, and implementing data-sharing practices, all have limits and issues. The big question will be the impact on Apple and Mozilla if Google's default search deals are prohibited. Apple has the potential to develop a robust search engine, considering its existing search index and AI advancements. Perhaps we are seeing the outline of that via Apple's announced relationship with ChatGPT. Given that the settlement could take 4 years and a similar amount of time for Apple to fully implement generative AI across their full user base, changes to the landscape will be slow in coming.  The long-term effects of these potential regulatory changes could impact Google's market dominance. For now and the immediate future, SEO's need not worry as things will change little and when they do it will be slowly.The Near Memo is a weekly conversation about Search, Social, and Commerce: What happened, why it matters, and the implications for local businesses and national brands.Ep 169Subscribe to our 3x per week newsletter at https://www.nearmedia.co/subscribe/

Lauren Newman, EVP of Revenue at Red Ventures, discusses her background in media and publishing and her experience in direct ad sales and commerce. She emphasizes the importance of innovation and relationship management in both areas. Newman shares her success in taking back influence in the beauty industry by showcasing editors as the original influencers. She also highlights the need for publishers to find unique experiences that can only be offered through direct sales, such as CNET's coverage of the iPhone release. Newman then discusses her transition to Skimlinks and the value it provides to publishers in terms of marketplace intelligence and efficiency. She explains how Skimlinks can be a gateway drug to affiliate for new publishers and offers insights into the selling points and ROI of the platform. Lauren Newman discusses the challenges publishers face in making a million dollars and the investment required to succeed. She highlights the importance of publishers being prepared to invest in hiring, content production, and refreshes. Lauren also talks about her move to CNET and the opportunity to bring media expertise to Red Ventures. She explains the partnership between CNET and Best Buy, where CNET's expert opinions and reviews are integrated into Best Buy's store and online experience. This partnership allows for a seamless consumer journey and the ability to measure the entire funnel.

About Alex: Alex Lawrence is currently the Executive Director for Advancement Leadership Lab. Her role focuses on ALL's growth strategy, alumni experience, and overseeing our board of directors and stakeholder partnerships. Alex is no stranger to the leadership lab as she developed the pilot curriculum in 2018, and is thrilled to be back in this role as the organization continues to expand its impact. Her career has challenged her to consistently act like a start-up operator: developing people and structuring culturally competent organizations from the ground up.Alex started her career as an HR consultant for SPX, an international manufacturing company. She led projects in recruiting and mergers and acquisitions in Charlotte, NC and Battle Creek, MI, talent and organizational development in Dusseldorf, Germany, and labor negotiations and employee relations in Delavan, WI and Ocala, FL. This HR work led to a passion for building the talent pipeline and she transitioned to Red Ventures, a marketing acquisition company in Charlotte, NC. Alex led college recruitment strategy and execution at target universities to hire 50 analyst and web developer associates a year. She handled new associate onboarding and career trajectory plans, as well as recruited for HR, finance, and computer engineering roles at RV. Recruiting college talent led Alex back into the classroom at The Ohio State University. During graduate school, Alex held a role in Student Life Advancement, focusing on student philanthropy and leadership development. She stayed at the university post-graduation working as Project Manager for the President and CEO of the Ohio State Alumni Association. In this role, Alex handled administrative duties and projects for the CEO, while acting as a communications partner for department leaders across the alumni association and Advancement. Her family later took her to Phoenix, AZ where Alex worked for an international access-to-education non-profit as the Director of Communications and Marketing, traveling between the U.S. and Arusha, Tanzania. As mentioned above, she then had the opportunity to work from Phoenix to develop the inaugural curriculum for the Advancement Leadership Lab in 2018, and launch the pilot program across 10 universities.In 2019, Alex had the opportunity to return to Columbus, leading organizational operations as Chief of Staff for the Ohio State Alumni Association and stayed on as an advisor for the Advancement Leadership Lab. Transitioning to the Advancement Leadership Lab over the last year as its own 501c3 has been an exciting opportunity, combining Alex's experience in human resources, leadership development, and business operations to build the foundation for an impactful and sustainable organization.Alex has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Services and Counseling Psychology from Elon University and a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education Administration from The Ohio State University. She lives in Columbus, OH with her husband, Danny, and puppy son, Larry. Alex enjoys her side gigs of interior design clients and teaching at CorePower Yoga.About Michael: A graduate of the University of California, San Diego, Mike Eicher began his career in higher education at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he rose from associate director of development in the School of Medicine to deputy director and director, and from there to vice provost for medical science development, then assistant and associate vice chancellor. Under his leadership as vice chancellor, Campaign UCLA, a 10-year effort completed in 2005, raised $3.05 billion. Prior to joining Ohio State, Mike served for six years as senior vice president for external affairs and development at Johns Hopkins University, where he led the Johns Hopkins: Knowledge for the World Campaign. That effort focused on student aid and faculty support, construction of clinical buildings at the medical campus and important renovation projects. It closed in 2008 with commitments of more than $3.7 billion. Mike returned to a public university because he believes in its noble mission and great power. He joined Ohio State in fall 2012 as senior vice president for Advancement and president of The Ohio State University Foundation. Building on his goal to inspire people to choose Ohio State – for their education, medical care, research support, entertainment and more – he has set out to share the university's most compelling stories, engage more than half a million alumni, and expand private philanthropy to support Ohio State's core priorities. Under Mike's direction, Ohio State streamlined and integrated its communications and marketing, alumni relations and fundraising teams. He led the But for Ohio State Campaign, which raised over $3 billion from more than 750,000 donors and became the university's most successful fundraising effort ever. Mike built upon that momentum and, along with his team, planned and launched Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign in fall 2019. While its financial goal is the largest in Ohio State's history — $4.5 billion focused on student success; discovery; and healthy, vibrant communities — what truly sets this campaign apart from all others is its goal to engage 1 million supporters, which is unprecedented in higher education. Mike is focused on organizational growth, health, and wellness, which led to Advancement's establishment of a chief diversity officer position and the Advancement Inclusion Council. Both serve as resources by providing personal and professional development opportunities for staff. Mike's commitment to putting people first has been instrumental in the transformation of Advancement during his tenure. He lives in Columbus with his wife, Inez, and travels frequently. They have two grown children: Brandon Eicher (Kate) and Christine Peterson (Shane). They also have three young granddaughters who they love to spend time with.

In episode 008 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jason Owen, CEO of Heliose, during their Kiln Road Trip. They discuss Heliose's ambitious goal to cut solar costs by 50% and speed up installation to within 72 hours post-sale. Owen highlights the issues of high sales commissions and dealer fees that inflate solar prices and outlines Heliose's strategy to overcome industry challenges, such as high interest rates and lack of regulation. About Jason Owen: Award-winning marketing executive, strategic leader, and data-driven growth expert, architecting strategies for $1B+ market cap companies and start-ups alike. Previously was the COO of Home Insurance.com, Business Unit CMO for Red Ventures, and GM of Credit.com before co-founding a fintech. Invested over $1B in performance media over the course of my career.  Currently building Heliose to transform the way that residential solar is adopted in the US, helping to get the price down by 50% in the next 24 months.   Follow Jason: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrowen/ Instagram: @jasonrowen     About Heliose: Heliose is accelerating America's solar future. Aggregating consumers, lenders, and installers into the first real-time solar marketplace. heliose.io   Bullets: Interview with Jason Owen, CEO of Heliose Mission of Heliose to reduce the price of solar in the US Challenges in the residential solar industry Efforts to streamline the process for consumers to purchase solar Impact of high interest rates on solar Lack of regulation in the industry Technical challenges of implementing Heliose's solution Size of the Heliose team Timestamps: The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:02) Introduction to the podcast episode and the purpose of the Kiln Road Trip, covering the journey and the challenge of interviewing 100 individuals across five states.   Interview with Jason Owen (00:00:53) Introduction to Jason Owen, CEO of Heliose, and his work in accelerating America's solar future.   Founding Heliose (00:01:31) Jason Owen's journey from co-founding Heliose to addressing the challenges in the residential solar ecosystem and the mission to reduce solar prices in the United States. Identifying the Problems in Residential Solar (00:02:49) Discussion on the core problems affecting the price of solar in the United States, including sales commissions and financing fees.   Heliose's Role in the Solar Ecosystem (00:04:01) Explanation of Heliose's role in streamlining the process for consumers to purchase solar and driving down prices through competition and transparency. Consumer Preferences and Digital-First Strategy (00:05:06) Addressing consumer preferences in purchasing solar and the digital-first strategy adopted by Heliose's. Challenges Faced by Heliose's (00:07:19) Discussion on the challenges faced by Heliose's, including high-interest rates, industry regulation, and technical complexities. Team and Expertise at Heliose (00:09:31) Insight into the size and expertise of the Helios team, emphasizing the talent and expertise of the members. Transparency in the Solar Industry (00:10:11) The importance of transparency in the solar industry and the innovative approach adopted by Heliose. Sponsorship and Partnerships (00:13:18) Acknowledgment of the partners and sponsors of the Kiln Road Trip, including Kiln, Motor Camper Vans, and Taurus. Growth Potential of Solar Industry (00:17:10) Discussion on the growth potential of the solar industry and the possibility of a significant increase in solar installations in the United States. The Growth Potential (00:18:42) Discussion on consumer behavior and potential growth in the solar industry. Building Trust and Values (00:19:20) The importance of trust and core values in business, with a focus on consumer trust. Improving Consumer Experience (00:20:21) Comparing consumer experiences in different industries and the need for improvement in the solar industry. The Impact of Community (00:21:03) The positive impact of being part of a community on mental health and entrepreneurship. Advice for Entrepreneurs (00:23:11) The significance of community and the challenges in starting a new business. Stewardship and Responsibility (00:24:38) The responsibility of entrepreneurs to use capital wisely and focus on building rather than publicity.   #SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #parkcity, #JasonOwen, #Heliose, #solarfuture, #residentialsolar, #sales, #executionstrategy,  

Neil Hoyne is the Chief Strategist at Google and author of the book "Converted: The Data Driven Way To Win Customers' Hearts." In this episode, which was recorded in front of a live audience at Red Ventures, Ric and Neil discuss the future of AI, the power of storytelling, and what it means to "outrun the bear." This is 3 Things, with Neil Hoyne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kyle Eng, Director of SEO and Growth Marketing at Red Ventures, shares his insights on the relationship between UX and SEO. Keeping SEO content fresh is pivotal for online visibility and user engagement. With rapid changes in search algorithms and evolving user demands, the challenge is not just about creating quality content but also ensuring its relevance over time. Today, Kyle discusses keeping SEO content fresh. Show NotesConnect With: Kyle Eng: Website // LinkedInThe Voices of Search Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kyle Eng, Director of SEO and Growth Marketing at Red Ventures, shares his insights on the relationship between UX and SEO. User experience (UX) often takes a backseat to the emphasis on technical and content elements. However, in the business of organic marketing, our focus should be providing the most convenient and seamless way for consumers to connect with our products. Today, Kyle discusses building an SEO-powered UX strategy. Show NotesConnect With: Kyle Eng: Website // LinkedInThe Voices of Search Podcast: Email // LinkedIn // TwitterBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Sutton is the Co-Founder of Mansion Group, a PropTech meets FinTech company focused on building the next great hospitality brand. Prior to founding Mansion Group, John spent 12 years with Red Ventures most recently as President and Chief Digital Officer. Red Ventures is likely the biggest media company that most people have never heard of, but they tout brands such as BankRate, The Points Guy, Healthline, Lonely Planet, CNET and many more. John is also an active investor and advisor, working with companies like Open Door, ZPG, and Venture and Private Equity investors.  — Where to find James and Daniel: LinkedIn: James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesborow/  Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldruger/  Twitter:  James: https://twitter.com/jamesborow  Daniel: https://twitter.com/ddruger — Don't miss an episode of Taking Inventory. Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter! Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.takinginventorypod.com/

In this episode, we explore how Bankrate, a leading finance website, has successfully generated millions of monthly organic visits. By investing in high-value content and emphasizing expertise, Bankrate has established itself as an authority in the financial industry. We delve into the history of Bankrate, its content strategy, and the impact it has had on their success. Discussion Breakdown: 1. The Importance of Expertise in Content  - Bankrate's emphasis on demonstrating expertise, experience, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness in their published content. - Trusting a brand that is written by actual experts. 2. History of Bankrate - Bank Rate Monitor founded by Robert K. Heady in 1976. - Transition towards the internet with the establishment of Bankrate.com in 1996. - Bankrate's IPO in 2011 and subsequent acquisition by Red Ventures in 2017. 3. Content Strategy and Results  - Bankrate's focus on creating valuable content and becoming an authority in the finance industry. - The mortgage rate piece that drives over 1.3 million monthly organic visits to their website. - Satisfying search queries to capture a wide audience. 4. Investing in Content and SEO - Strategically investing in content and SEO for business success. - The importance of backlinks to boost website credibility and visibility. Key Takeaways: - Bankrate's success in driving massive organic traffic is attributed to its investment in high-value content and expertise. - The company's long history and trusted reputation have contributed to its authority in the finance industry. - Bankrate's focus on satisfying user search queries through valuable content has attracted millions of monthly website visitors. - Strategic investment in content, SEO, and backlinks can significantly enhance a business's online presence and success. Resources and Tools Mentioned: Bankrate.com The Strategy Bankrate Used to Build a $76.3M SEO Moat [Case Study] ---

In this episode of the Agentic Shift podcast, we talk to Jesse Pujii, co-founder of Ampush and Gateway X, and the first person to be on two episodes of this podcast. Jesse tells us about the long and twisted path he took to eventually selling Ampush to Tinuiti, including several different business pivots, taking minority investment from Red Ventures, firing himself as CEO, hiring and then firing an investment banker, and working through the most challenging negotiating points to get the final deal done. He also shares what he's been doing post-acquisition. Enjoy the show.

Meet John Sutton — Co-Founder and CEO of Mansion, a new fractional ownership offering for those looking to get into short-term rental investing without needing to own or operate an Airbnb. Before starting Mansion*, John was the Chief Digital Officer at Red Ventures — the parent company for brands like Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, Reviews.com, and many others, so it's safe to say John knows his way around building and scaling brands at the intersection of travel, hospitality, and technology. In this conversation, John talks about: Mansion's vision of making real estate investing more accessible and exciting — fun fact, you can own a piece of your own Mansion for as little as $9/share.  Some of the learnings he garnered while at Red Ventures about the future of travel and hospitality  How Mansion's approach is different from that of Techvestor's, Here,  or Wander who have similar offerings. And what he predicts will happen over the next 5-10 years as more of these branded, professionally managed STR funds continue to grow. Learn more about Mansion here Follow John Sutton on LinkedIn This episode is brought to you by Minoan! Want to save 30-40% off West Elm purchase for your Airbnb?  Or hundreds off of instagram famous mattresses from Bear or Purple? Then you'll want to create your free account with our partner Minoan. Minoan provides hosts with a one-stop-shop to get hundreds of discounts on the world's leading brands, and a system where you can manage all of the ordering, tracking, returns, etc. in one place. Saving you time and money! Sign up and tell them that Zach from Behind the Stays sent you there way. Like this episode?  Here are a few others you'll love: How to Build a Portfolio of 100 Single-Family Airbnbs and Transform Them into Unique Experiences How to Build a Franchise-Worthy Hospitality Brand — The Story of Casiola How AI Will Enable Hospitality Entrepreneurs to Scale Their Brands (and Portfolios) Have you signed up for Ping yet? Ping makes it easy for guests to be notified when their favorite Airbnbs become available — and it's the secret tool the best Airbnb hosts use to maximize bookings. Sign up today at bnbping.com About the Show Behind the Stays is brought to you twice a week by Sponstayneous — a free, biweekly newsletter that brings subscribers the best last-minute deals and upcoming steals on Airbnb.   You can subscribe, for free, at www.sponstayneous.com.  Behind the Stays is hosted by Zach Busekrus, co-founder of Sponstayneous, you can connect with him on Twitter at @zboozee.   *The Issuer is conducting public offerings pursuant to Regulation A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, through this Website. The most current offering circular for Mansion Collection I is available here. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investments such as those on the Mansion Group platform are speculative and involve substantial risks to consider before investing, outlined in the respective offering materials and including, but not limited to, illiquidity, lack of diversification and complete loss of capital. Key risks include, but are not limited to, limited operating history, limited diversification, risk of asset damage or theft and lack of voting rights. An investment in an offering constitutes only an investment in a particular series and not in the underlying asset(s). Investors should carefully review the risks located in the respective offering materials for a more comprehensive discussion of risk.

All links and images for this episode can be found on CISO Series. Large language models and generative AI are today's disruptive technology. This is not the first time companies just want to ban a new technology that everyone loves. Yet, we're doing it all over again. Whether its ChatGPT or BYOD, people are going to use desirable new tech. So if our job isn't to stop it, how do we secure it? Check out this post for the discussion that is the basis of our conversation on this week's episode co-hosted by me, David Spark (@dspark), the producer of CISO Series, and Geoff Belknap (@geoffbelknap), CISO, LinkedIn. Joining us is our special guest, Carla Sweeney, SVP, InfoSec, Red Ventures. Thanks to our podcast sponsor, Censys Censys is the leading Internet Intelligence Platform for Threat Hunting and Exposure Management. We provide the most comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date map of the internet, which scans 45x more services than the nearest competitor across the world's largest certificate database (>10B). Learn more at www.censys.com. In this episode: Whether its ChatGPT or BYOD, people are going to use desirable new tech. So if our job isn't to stop it, how do we secure it? Are tools like ChatGPT so different from what we've seen before that we can't apply lessons already learned? What risks are we solving for with it and where do we go from there? Is this just a security issue?

Alex Weingart has led product teams for 12+ years, defining the vision & user experience for amazing consumer products. Most recently, he led the Engagement & Conversion team within Shop, Shopify's consumer marketplace. Previously, he served as Director of Product & Design (overseeing a team of 9 PMs & Designers) at Red Ventures, driving product strategy for some of the biggest entertainment brands: TV Guide, Metacritic, GameSpot, and GameFAQs, and before that, as a product lead at CBS and Microsoft. Outside work, he loves playing tennis, board games, electronic music, and food. Most importantly, he loves coaching other PMs (current and aspiring) - if you're interested, please connect via his LinkedIn.

Jesse is the founder and CEO of Gateway X, a venture studio focused on DTC brands. Previously, he was the co-founder and CEO of Ampush, a digital marketing firm which he bootstrapped to an eight figure exit.Jesse and Auren break down some of the nuances of digital marketing and discuss the state of marketing on the major tech platforms today. They also discuss Red Ventures, “the most impressive company you've never heard of.” Jesse is an expert on DTC companies and shares his insights on the space overall, including where he thinks the next major companies will be built. Auren and Jesse also do a deep dive into the venture studio model and explore how Jesse structures the business and hires CEOs. World of DaaS is brought to you by SafeGraph & Flex Capital. For more episodes, visit safegraph.com/podcasts. You can find Auren Hoffman on Twitter at @auren and Jesse on Twitter @jspujji. 

Jesse (@jspujji) is an entrepreneur, investor, and executive whose passion is helping people learn and grow through the power of entrepreneurship. He currently serves as Founder & CEO of Gateway and as Executive Chairman of Ampush and MySubscriptionAddiction.com.Prior to Gateway, Jesse co-founded and was CEO of Ampush. During his tenure, Ampush grew to over 100 Ampushers, managed over $1BN in media spend, and partnered with brands such as Dollar Shave Club, Uber, Birchbox, and Hulu. He also led efforts in two strategic acquisitions, one divestiture and raising $15M from Red Ventures. Prior to Ampush, Jesse started his career with short stints at both Goldman Sachs and McKinsey. In 2006, Jesse graduated from The University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School with a dual concentration in Finance and Entrepreneurship, and a second degree in Political Science. He lives in St. Louis, MO with his wife and two kids. Outside of work, you can find traveling, playing tennis, watching Pixar movies, and indulging in dark chocolate.Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners:Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16Don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriendsFollow Travis on:IG

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  Today we welcome Sagar Shukla to the podcast. Sagar is a cofounder of Foresight, a B2B software company that helps sales and client success teams reduce churn and expand client relationships. Sagar started his career at Red Ventures and cut his startup teeth as one of DealCloud's earliest employees. Today, Sagar and his cofounder Nigel are using Foresight's seed round to help companies (including their former employer DealCloud) create customer-led growth infrastructure. We cover several topics with Sagar, including… Why studying abroad in Bolivia prompted an entrepreneurial epiphany How working at a large company is like the ‘Snap to Grid' feature The client question that led to founding Foresight The product-building stage vs. the company-building stage for founders What it's like returning to a more mature CLT startup ecosystem …as well as what's next for Foresight in 2023, and beyond. Please enjoy this conversation with Sagar Shukla.   William Bissett is the owner of and an Investment Advisor Representative of Portus Wealth Advisors, a Registered Investment Adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Portus Wealth Advisors. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.    Portus Wealth Advisors does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.   Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under applicable state and federal regulation or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests. Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results. 

Ingvald is a hands-on, award-winning design leader who has helped innovate and commercialize over 100 products, services and experiences across a variety of industries. Ingvald is currently the Sr. Director of User Experience at RVO health, a joint venture between United Healthcare and Red Ventures. Previously, as the co-founder and partner at Pull, he led the Strategy practice. He leverages his multicultural and cross disciplinary background to help companies innovative, and has built cross disciplinary teams and implemented User Centered Design methodologies at companies such as BMW Designworks, Optum and PepsiCo. Ingvald is a graduate of the ArtCenter College of Design with a degree in product design and holds numerous awards and over 30 international patents. He has held speaking engagements at Harvard, USC and Pratt, judged design awards and mentored at UCLA.

Episode 379 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast welcomes Sam Worobec to the stage. Sam has over 15 years of experience in developing talent at scale across various industries. He has a proven track record of creating robust talent pipelines. Furthermore, his expertise ranges from developing talent for world-famous brands to portfolio holding companies, covering industries such as banking, telecommunications, energy, and food service. Growing up with a blue-collar work ethic and a passion for both the arts and business, Sam has found in himself a unique combination of creativity, work ethic, and business savvy. Leveraging technology to enable organizations, upskilling current workforces, training-as-recruiting, and growing future leaders are his specialty. Now, Sam Worobec serves as the Vice President of Learning & Development of Red Ventures.In this bonus episode, you'll hear:Sam Worobec's biggest career accomplishment.Sam's biggest failure and what he learned from this experience.The biggest challenge in the Talent Development Space as seen by Sam.Why Sam is following the trend of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Talent Development SpaceThe book that gave significant impact on the life of Sam and how it supported him in his journey in transforming cultures.The tools, apps, and software that Sam uses lately to make his job more efficient and more enjoyable. How connecting with the senior leaders of your organization can help drive results and catalyze learning in the workplace.Connect with Andy Storch here:WebsiteLinkedInJoin us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!Talent Development Think Tank ConferenceConnect with Sam Worobec here:LinkedInTwitter

Episode 378 of the Talent Development Think Tank Podcast welcomes Sam Worobec to the stage. Sam has over 15 years of experience in developing talent at scale across various industries. He has a proven track record of creating robust talent pipelines. Furthermore, his expertise ranges from developing talent for world-famous brands to portfolio holding companies, covering industries such as banking, telecommunications, energy, and food service. Growing up with a blue-collar work ethic and a passion for both the arts and business, Sam has found in himself a unique combination of creativity, work ethic, and business savvy. Leveraging technology to enable organizations, upskilling current workforces, training-as-recruiting, and growing future leaders are his specialty. Now, Sam Worobec serves as the Vice President of Learning & Development of Red Ventures.In this episode, you will hear: Sam Worobec's explanation of the background of Red Ventures as a portfolio company with several brands across industriesHow Sam demonstrated crisis management as the Head of Learning at Chipotle during the E. Coli crisis in 2016Sam's advice on how to shift mindsets and culture in the workplaceThe key steps in successfully achieving a cultural transformation in organizationsSome interesting points of discussion for professionals in the talent development spaceConnect with Andy Storch here:WebsiteLinkedInJoin us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!Talent Development Think Tank ConferenceConnect with Sam Worobec here:LinkedInTwitter

Vasilios Lambos is the Co-founder and CMO of CognitionDigital.io, a company that provides tools and products to help businesses build campaigns on Amazon advertising. CognitionDigital.io is an Amazon Ads Verified Partner serving advertisers in the retail, automotive, healthcare, and other industries. Vasilios' experience in the automotive space includes serving as the Senior Digital Marketing Specialist at Hendrick Automotive Group and an Associate at Red Ventures' automotive department. In this episode… What are the best online marketing strategies for dealers? How can you use e-commerce to scale your business? The Amazon Ads platform provides great opportunities for dealers to reach new audiences, measure success, and scale their businesses. With the right advertising strategy, dealers can leverage Amazon to target a diverse customer base and maximize sales. In this episode of the InsideAuto Podcast, Ilana Shabtay interviews Vasilios Lambos, the Co-founder and CMO of CognitionDigital.io, about providing Amazon advertising services to dealers. They also discuss the benefits of collaborations in the automotive space and how Vasilios educates businesses about Amazon Ads.

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Ric Elias, the founder of Red Ventures and previous guest on The Drive, returns to discuss his evolving insights on time, relationships, parenting, and how to make the most of the gift of life. In this episode, he reflects on the changes he's made since his near-death experience during the crash landing of Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009. Ric reveals many keys to living a rich life, such as aiming for continuous growth, approaching life with true intentionality, and valuing our time in accordance with that. He talks about relationships as the core of a rich life and provides insights on parenting and how we should think about our relationship with our kids as they grow older. Finally, Ric discusses the importance of staying true to yourself, the value in struggle, and finding meaning in helping others. We discuss: Reflecting on the tumultuous last few years and how his experience on Flight 1549 helped him [2:30]; Parenting: a game of tug of war that you must ultimately lose [5:00]; Importance of friendship and Ric's motivation for his recent “Friends summit” [8:00]; The impact of looking forward and focusing on growth on finishing life well [13:00]; How our relationships with our children evolve as they grow, and a new perspective on purpose [21:15]; Living with complete intention for a rich life, valuing your time, and other life lessons inspired by Ric's near-death experience on Flight 1549 [31:15]; How society's relationship with work has changed, the pros and cons of remote and hybrid working environments, and an update on his company “Red Ventures” [37:45]; Ric's dedication to philanthropy [44:45]; The Golden Door Scholars program aiming to help undocumented students with education and a future career [50:30]; Ric's journey in health and longevity [59:15]; Letting go of guilt and loving yourself [1:02:30]; The relationship between happiness and wealth [1:06:45]; Playing the “infinite game,” staying true to oneself, and ignoring the negative [1:09:15]; Speculating on the meaning of success, the drivers of greatness, and the value of struggle [1:16:00]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Over the past 45 years, Wayne Rash has covered every inch of the tech space. Among his many notable posts, Wayne was executive editor at eWEEK, eWEEK.com, and Ziff Davis Events. He was a senior contributing editor and a senior analyst in the InfoWorld Test Center. Additionally, Wayne worked as a reviewer for Federal Computer Week and Information Security Magazine. He also ran the reviews and events departments at CMP's InternetWeek and was a long-time columnist for Byte Magazine. Today, Wayne is based in Washington, DC, and contributes to Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, CNN_Underscored, and Red Ventures. In addition to his work as a reporter, editor, and reviewer, Wayne has authored five books, including Politics on the Nets: Wiring the Political Process, a 1997 work examining the emerging role of the internet in politics. Wayne also pioneered the use of big data analysis in his reporting. As part of his coverage of the 2016 presidential primary season, he was able to show a likely win for Donald Trump. Wayne is a retired naval officer and a former news director for a number of radio and television stations in Virginia.  In this episode of the Look Left @ Marketing podcast, Davida Dinerman gets Wayne Rash's insights on a wide variety of topics. Here are a few of the highlights: 01:51 - 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy03:31 - Technology advances through the years04:45 - Early online communities that foreshadowed social media05:48 - Tech that had promise but went bust06:53 - The current state of tech journalism09:52 – How content properly generated by companies can be helpful and influential11:45 - How to break into the news business13:29 - The best way to grab the attention of a tech journalist16:59 - Predictions for what's ahead in technology20:29 - The problem with building security into products22:18 - The bleak outlook for tech journalism

Wikipedia for all things fictional, fantasy and entertaining, Fandom has unique insight into how passionate internet users are about different shows, movies and video games. But the data doesn't stop at the behavioral data around those curiosities. Fandom's plethora of user generated content and community boards have also lended itself to the company's first-party data collection. And after 18 years of accumulating data on favorite characters, plot lines and cross-over interests, that first-party data, called FanDNA, is sold to advertisers to inform everything from traditional ad campaigns to research & development on new projects and merchandise. On the latest episode of the Digiday Podcast, Stephanie Fried, CMO of Fandom, discussed how her team started categorizing this data into four, affinity-based groups to help clients understand where to invest and how to best reach their target audiences. She also covered why Fandom is interested in developing the top-of-funnel, discovery side of its business. This year, the company acquired seven brands from Red Ventures, including TV Guide, to start building out data around how audiences find new programming, and is also building a new personalization tool to help recommend content and ads based on previous searches.

In this episode, I chat with Ashray Malhotra, the Founder of Rephrase.ai, a platform for producing videos of virtual humans with synthetic voices reading out a script for marketing, sales, and other business needs. For those who don't know how Rephrase works, a customer can select an avatar, background, and voice, and enter the text that the avatar will recite. The AI processes the script through the voice model and matches the chosen avatar's lip movements to the words to mimic how a real human would look and sound while performing. You can then embed the video on their website, social media page, or wherever else you choose. Rephrase raised $10.6 million in a Series A round led by Red Ventures with participation from Silver Lake and 8VC. If you like our podcast, please don't forget to subscribe and support us on your favorite podcast players. We also would appreciate your feedback and rating to reach more people.We recently launched our new newsletter, Principles Friday, where I share one principle that can help you in your life or business, one thought-provoking question, and one call to action toward that principle. Please subscribe Here.It is Free and Short (2min).

Data Mesh Radio Patreon - get access to interviews well before they are releasedEpisode list and links to all available episode transcripts (most interviews from #32 on) hereProvided as a free resource by DataStax AstraDB; George Trujillo's contact info: email (george.trujillo@datastax.com) and LinkedInTranscript for this episode (link) provided by Starburst. See their Data Mesh Summit recordings here and their great data mesh resource center here. You can download their Data Mesh for Dummies e-book (info gated) here.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonbeidel/In this episode, Scott interviewed Brandon Beidel, Director of Product at Red Ventures.Some key takeaways/thoughts from Brandon's point of view:Be willing to change your mind, especially based on new information. Be willing to measure and iterate. It's easy to get attached to tools or tech because they are cool. Don't! Stay objective.It's crucial to align on what problem(s) you are trying to solve and why before moving forward on vendor/tool selection, no matter build versus buy. If it doesn't have a positive return on investment, why do the work?Beware the sunk cost fallacy! It's easy to not want to shut something down that you've spent a lot on. But don't throw good money after bad.When requirement gathering/negotiating, have a 'maniacal focus' on asking "what does this drive for the business?" You can quickly sort the nice-to-haves from the needs and you can have an open and honest conversation about cost/benefit of each aspect of a request.When thinking about maximizing value, there is always one constraint that is the bottleneck. You can optimize other things but they won't drive the value. Find and fix the value bottleneck.A simple two axes framework when thinking about use cases and requirements is value versus complexity. Look for high value low complexity first.Be open and honest in discussions around expected costs of work/tools - which can be considered part of the complexity. The data consumers understand the value and can weigh the return on investment.It's very important to understand data consumers' incentives so you can collaboratively figure out what is best for all parties.Look to create - in the open - a decision journal relative to build versus buy / vendor selection. It will create an

Episode 7: Today, hosts Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista), Sophia Amoruso (@sophiaamoruso), and Jesse Pujji (@jspujji) recount the wild story of how the digital media company Red Ventures bootstrapped its way to becoming a business with an $11 billion valuation. Then, the crew dives into fundraising—when to do it, how to set your goals, and their best advice for how to raise most successfully. And finally, the crew answers a Startup AMA question around how find the most attractive benefits packages at the best rates as a small company. #TheCrazyOnes #Startups #Entrepreneur Listen to The Crazy Ones here: https://link.chtbl.com/OV4W93_W Subscribe to Morning Brew! Sign up for free today: https://bit.ly/morningbrewyt Follow The Brew! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morningbrew/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/MorningBrew Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@morningbrew 00:33 - Intro 02:02 - The Rundown 03:15 - The story of Ric Elias and Red Ventures 08:09 - Ric's life-changing experience  08:51 - How Red Ventures' growth started to take off 12:10 - Red Ventures' great work culture 13:29 - Jesse's biggest takeaways from working with Red Ventures 15:38 - How Ric Elias spends his time 24:16 - Sophia's experience of fundraising and her biggest lessons learned 30:51 - What kind of businesses should raise money vs shouldn't? 36:29 - Sophia's advice for founders looking to raise capital right now 37:05 - Jesse's advice for founders looking to raise capital right now 37:37 - Alex's advice for founders looking to raise capital right now 37:58 - Startup AMA - How do startups get attractive benefits packages at competitive rates before they get a large headcount? Links:  Ric Elias TED Talk  You've Never Heard of the Biggest Digital Media Company in America

CD Projekt Dropped some HUGE news confirming they are working on a brand new IP, an entire second Witcher trilogy, two other Witcher projects being developed by other studios, and even a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 as well called Project Orion. Sean and Marc discuss their thoughts on this bold initiative by the company to just announce it all at once and if this will lead to redemption for the studio. Sony and Microsoft's battle over the Activision-Blizzard-King deal continues with each side having its final meetings and say before the CMA goes into investigation mode. Microsoft even made an entire site dedicated to the deal. Could this actually help them get the deal passed? Or are the constant complaints from Sony going to halt it? Also, Sony drew the ire of social media with rumored plans to Remaster or possibly even Remake Horizon Zero Dawn to make it more in line with its sequel Horizon Forbidden West so that it creates more hype around the game when the Netflix series launches. Sean and Marc discuss if there's a legit reason for this to even be made, and why are so many are upset with it happening. Plus, things aren't going great for the Overwatch 2 launch, even more, TV shows and Movie news from The Medium, The Mario movie, and possibly even From Software IP too? Tencent wants to fully acquire studios instead of investing, and Fandom acquires a whole slew of gaming sites from Red Ventures too. Sean played Josh Journey Darkness Totems (* A Review Code was provided by Provincia Studios *), while Marc is very close to the end of Grand Theft Auto V. You can also watch this episode earlier on video through our Youtube channel, W2M Network. You can go subscribe and ring the bell there to get notified when here's a new episode: https://youtu.be/qty5XSPCScw Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/aydMgvUN9d Visit Our Website: https://w2mnet.com/ Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@w2mnetwork2 Follow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/w2mnetwork Sean Twitter: https://twitter.com/W2MSean Marc Twitter: https://twitter.com/HumanityPlague Follow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/w2mnetwork Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W2MNetwork

CD Projekt Dropped some HUGE news confirming they are working on a brand new IP, an entire second Witcher trilogy, two other Witcher projects being developed by other studios, and even a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 as well called Project Orion. Sean and Marc discuss their thoughts on this bold initiative by the company to just announce it all at once and if this will lead to redemption for the studio. Sony and Microsoft's battle over the Activision-Blizzard-King deal continues with each side having its final meetings and say before the CMA goes into investigation mode. Microsoft even made an entire site dedicated to the deal. Could this actually help them get the deal passed? Or are the constant complaints from Sony going to halt it? Also, Sony drew the ire of social media with rumored plans to Remaster or possibly even Remake Horizon Zero Dawn to make it more in line with its sequel Horizon Forbidden West so that it creates more hype around the game when the Netflix series launches. Sean and Marc discuss if there's a legit reason for this to even be made, and why are so many are upset with it happening. Plus, things aren't going great for the Overwatch 2 launch, even more, TV shows and Movie news from The Medium, The Mario movie, and possibly even From Software IP too? Tencent wants to fully acquire studios instead of investing, and Fandom acquires a whole slew of gaming sites from Red Ventures too. Sean played Josh Journey Darkness Totems (* A Review Code was provided by Provincia Studios *), while Marc is very close to the end of Grand Theft Auto V. You can also watch this episode earlier on video through our Youtube channel, W2M Network. You can go subscribe and ring the bell there to get notified when here's a new episode: https://youtu.be/qty5XSPCScw Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/aydMgvUN9d Visit Our Website: https://w2mnet.com/ Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@w2mnetwork2 Follow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/w2mnetwork Sean Twitter: https://twitter.com/W2MSean Marc Twitter: https://twitter.com/HumanityPlague Follow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/w2mnetwork Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W2MNetwork

CD Projekt Dropped some HUGE news confirming they are working on a brand new IP, an entire second Witcher trilogy, two other Witcher projects being developed by other studios, and even a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 as well called Project Orion. Sean and Marc discuss their thoughts on this bold initiative by the company to just announce it all at once and if this will lead to redemption for the studio. Sony and Microsoft's battle over the Activision-Blizzard-King deal continues with each side having its final meetings and say before the CMA goes into investigation mode. Microsoft even made an entire site dedicated to the deal. Could this actually help them get the deal passed? Or are the constant complaints from Sony going to halt it? Also, Sony drew the ire of social media with rumored plans to Remaster or possibly even Remake Horizon Zero Dawn to make it more in line with its sequel Horizon Forbidden West so that it creates more hype around the game when the Netflix series launches. Sean and Marc discuss if there's a legit reason for this to even be made, and why are so many are upset with it happening.Plus, things aren't going great for the Overwatch 2 launch, even more, TV shows and Movie news from The Medium, The Mario movie, and possibly even From Software IP too? Tencent wants to fully acquire studios instead of investing, and Fandom acquires a whole slew of gaming sites from Red Ventures too.Sean played Josh Journey Darkness Totems (* A Review Code was provided by Provincia Studios *), while Marc is very close to the end of Grand Theft Auto V. You can also watch this episode earlier on video through our Youtube channel, W2M Network. You can go subscribe and ring the bell there to get notified when here's a new episode: https://youtu.be/qty5XSPCScw Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/aydMgvUN9dVisit Our Website: https://w2mnet.com/Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@w2mnetwork2Follow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/w2mnetworkSean Twitter: https://twitter.com/W2MSeanMarc Twitter: https://twitter.com/HumanityPlagueFollow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/w2mnetworkFollow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W2MNetwork

Elon Musk is all over the news, as he finally faces the inevitable...he signed an agreement and must actually buy Twitter. Joe and Robert go through different outcomes as to what becomes of the little blue bird. Fandom just acquired a boat load of content sites for a song from Red Ventures. How big is the opportunity in acquiring media and content sites for brands? Facebook winds down their newsletter plans and Malcolm Gladwell is shocked. In other news, Facebook sells more ads. Rants and raves include Amazon, travel tips, and content marketing careers research. This week's links: Kim Kardashian Crypto Suit Elon Musk Buys Twitter Fandom Buys Red Venture Sites Facebook Ends Newsletter Meta to Sell More Ad Spots Content Marketing Salary Research --------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google and more. Catch past episodes and show notes at ThisOldMarketing.site. Subscribe at TheTilt.com and get the best content creator newsletter 2x per week.

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Red Ventures, where Ric and our guest Simon Sinek discussed how optimism is different from general positivity, and how an infinite mindset can unlock opportunity and happiness… even when chaos strikes.You may know Simon as the best-selling author of books like “Start With Why” and “The Infinite Game” - or you might know his world-famous TED Talk about how great leaders inspire action. Or maybe, you've seen our previous episode with Simon on 3 Things, called “The Purpose of Business” - which dives deeper into how Simon's philosophy can be applied to leadership, team-building, and more. If you enjoy today's episode, be sure to check that one out. This is 3 Things, with Simon Sinek. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

All links and images for this episode can be found on CISO Series If they can find flaws, security professionals are quick to label it as bad security behavior. But often, what is marked as "bad" may have problems, but when looked at from a reducing risk perspective it's actually a very good security behavior. This week's episode is hosted by me, David Spark (@dspark), producer of CISO Series and Mike Johnson. Our guest is Carla Sweeney, vp information security, Red Ventures. Thanks to our podcast sponsor, Protegrity Protegrity empowers intelligence-driven organizations to use data to drive innovation with secure analytics and artificial intelligence, without fear of violating compliance or jeopardizing privacy. To make this vision a reality, we protect sensitive data anywhere and everywhere to create secure data agility that aligns with the speed of modern business. In this episode: Is a CISO really an architect of choices, for themselves and the other business leaders? Why and how can controls impose friction or drag on business velocity? What are the types of questions you ask when you're referencing a resume and what are some examples of really impressive responses? What are some things that get a bad rap, but are actually quite secure?

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this episode, Ric Elias, founder of Red Ventures, opens up about the fateful day he knew for certain that he was going to die as a passenger on US Airways Flight 1549. Ric dives deep into how that day impacted his life, greatly changed his perspective, and improved his relationship with his family and the broader community. We also talk about his incredible role as CEO of an enormous company, his remarkable work in philanthropy, and all the wisdom he has acquired in his extraordinary life. We discuss:  Ric's life leading up to the day of the plane crash [2:15]; The plane crash—What it's like knowing you're about to die, feelings of regret and sadness [8:00]; The improbable plane landing in the Hudson River [15:45]; Emotions after the safe landing (and a story he's never told before) [22:15]; A powerful story about Captain Sully [26:15]; Earning his second chance at life, and playing the “infinite game” [35:15]; Why time is the ultimate currency, and how (and why) to say “no” [43:00]; Raising kids in an achievement culture, Ric's definition of life success, and what Ric wants to instill in his kids [49:45]; What Ric believes is actually worth getting upset about, and the organizations that are taking steps to help people [1:05:45]; The core principles of Red Ventures (Ric's company) [1:16:00]; Ric's tips for developing business acumen and negotiation skills [1:26:15]; What qualities does Ric look for in people he wants to work with? [1:29:15]; What is the next big problem that Ric wants to solve? [1:32:15]; What is the most challenging part of your business today? [1:34:15]; If Ric could go back and talk to himself in the morning before getting on that plane, what would he say? [1:36:00]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Stephen Miranda is the Director of Design at Red Ventures, a world-class intelligence/analytics company making it easier for people to find information and relevant products and services for their health, travel, finances, homes, education, and entertainment. Stephen shares how his love for making personalized gifts from his early days as an artist still guides his approach as he designs software products. He sees the early user interactions as unwrapping a gift to see how users are receiving the creation. Stephen shares his perspective about how we all have limited time to make an impact in our roles as people change and leadership shifts and what priorities we thought were important shifts too. Are we doing our best to maximize our impact?

Christina - I am coming into the church this Easter. My step mom told me that Catholics are basically mindless. How would you respond? Mark - Does everyone receive a guardian angel or just people who are baptized? John - Since our soul is infused by God, how can it be stained with Original sin? Patrick shares audio from Ric Elias, the CEO of Red Ventures and a survivor of a plane crash, who offers a thoughtful response when asked about his near death experience Vicki - Is administering morphine to someone on hospice morally ethical? Should we have her receive the Anointing of the Sick again? Joshua - Can I listen to the Band U2 since they supported the abortion law in Ireland a few years back? Audrey - Should Catholic couples adopt, opposed to having kids, because of the Abortion law in Texas? Kate - I don't feel forgiven after a confession regarding my abortion. Patrick recommends https://rachelsvineyard.org and https://hopeafterabortion.com for help with healing after an abortion

Mark is a career journalist and senior economic analyst with Bankrate.com, a Red Ventures company, where he is also Senior Director. His focus is on personal finance, business, data creation, collection and analysis, economics and politics. Mark has hundreds of media hits/appearances during live on-air interviews and for print each year providing commentary, color and insight for media outlets including newspapers, online, radio and television. Creating, analyzing and explaining polls and surveys of experts and the public related to the economy, politics and personal finances. Mark covers everything you need to know about the state of the economy today in an insightful and data rich podcast.  You'll love it. Access the shownotes page by clicking here.

Building a data platform for your organization is a challenging undertaking. Building multiple data platforms for other organizations as a service without burning out is another thing entirely. In this episode Brandon Beidel from Red Ventures shares his experiences as a data product manager in charge of helping his customers build scalable analytics systems that fit their needs. He explains the common patterns that have been useful across multiple use cases, as well as when and how to build customized solutions.