How do I successfully market my business online? What goes into building a custom website? Which digital tools are actually worth it? If you’ve found yourself asking any of these questions, then you’ve come to the right place! The Mix & Matchbox podcast explores innovative digital tools, dissects complicated marketing strategies, and offers pro tips on how to grow your business online. Join podcast host Brent Feldman, Cofounder of Matchbox Design Group, in interviews with members of the Matc ...
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'The Creator Sessions' are candid interviews & conversations with like-minded industry folk, entrepreneurs & start-up founders, sharing their experiences and swapping stories over coffee at our office. That’s it! Hosted by Create and Create Production founders - Tom Otton and Dia Hassan – this is where we talk all things digital, content and start-up culture and share some valuable agency insights. Join our audio community today.
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AI‑SEO Deep Dive: Real‑World Tactics with Matchbox Digital Marketing Team - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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54:58Welcome to the Mix & Matchbox podcast episode that pulls back the curtain on the newest AI‑driven SEO acronyms, strategies, and tools that marketers need to know right now. Your host Brent Feldman sits down with the whole digital‑marketing crew—Lead Strategist James McMinn, Content Manager Rachel Jurina, Account Manager Amber Alessi, and Strategist…
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From Data to AI Agents with Kevin Dean of Manobyte - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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36:40What does it look like when a 100‑person development team shrinks to ten human overseers plus a fleet of AI agents that do the heavy lifting? How can a healthcare system finally unlock the value hidden in its massive data stores? And can the same technology we use to write code also help clean up a polluted bay? In this power‑packed episode of Mix …
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Differentiation in Bank Marketing with Chris Bates of Agora Eversole - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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41:17Title: Exploring Marketing Strategies for Financial Institutions with Chris Bates | Mix and Matchbox Podcast Description: Join host Brent Feldman in this insightful episode of Mix and Matchbox as he sits down with Chris Bates, CEO of Agora Eversole Marketing Agency. Discover how Chris's background in psychology and counseling has influenced his app…
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Ghadeer Khub: Inside Abu Dhabi's Creative Engine
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24:53In this episode of the Creator Sessions, We sat down with Ghadeer Khub from the Creative & Production Department at the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi — filmed inside the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum.From 14 internships to leading award-winning campaigns, Ghadeer’s journey is anything but conventional. In this episode, she shares he…
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Data First Bank Marketing with Dan Novalis of 2Novas - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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47:14In this episode Dan Novalis of 2Novas joins Brent to talk all things bank marketing—why a data and engineering mindset changes everything, how simple segmentation wins more loyalty than big incentives, and how banks can (finally) unlock their website’s potential. Plus: smart ways to use AI without risking compliance. 📌 HOW TO CONNECT Dan Novalis – …
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Podcasting, AI & Human-Centered Marketing at Civista Bank with Autumn Jose - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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17:21🎙️ Mix & Matchbox Podcast | Episode: Autumn Jose on Human-Centered Marketing & Social Stars at Civista Bank Join host Brent Feldman as he welcomes Autumn Jose, AVP & Brand Marketing Specialist at Civista Bank, for a conversation on employee-driven content, internal podcasting, and how banks can engage communities through authentic marketing. For an…
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Transforming Banking: Digital Innovation with David Carlson of MANTL - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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32:12In this episode of Mix & Matchbox, we sit down with David Carlson from MANTL to explore the future of digital transformation in banking. David shares insights on bridging the gap between digital and in-branch experiences, the evolving landscape of account origination, and the role of human interaction in tech-driven financial services. 🚀 Key Moment…
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Data Driven Events – Justin Lawrie of Grey Duck Studios | Mix and Matchbox
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23:35Join us in this episode of Mix and Matchbox as Brent Feldman talks with Justin Lawrie, CEO of Grey Duck Studios. From working as a Disney cast member to pioneering virtual events before they were mainstream, Justin shares a behind-the-scenes look at how smart, data-driven events can generate revenue, track engagement, and cut costs. 🎯 Learn why vir…
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Inside the Network: Live Town Hall with Code and Theory's Dan Gardner and Brent Buntin
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50:01Fresh off the stage at the Web Summit in Qatar, we welcomed Code and Theory’s CEO and Co-Founder Dan Gardner and Chief Strategy Officer Brent Buntin to our office in Dubai — their first visit since we joined the network! In this live-recorded town hall session, Dan and Brent sat down with Tom, Matthew, and Dia to share their vision for the future: …
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Agentic AI Future - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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30:10In the latest episode of the Mix and Matchbox podcast, host Brent Feldman sits down with Sam Mallikarjunan, General Manager at Agent AI, to explore the fascinating world of AI agents. As AI continues to evolve, it is reshaping industries and everyday tasks. This blog post delves into the key insights from their conversation, highlighting the transf…
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Risk-Taking, Bootstrapping & SaaS Growth - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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51:35In this episode of Mix and Matchbox, host Brent Feldman sits down with Emeric Ernoult, the founder and CEO of Agorapulse, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, bootstrapping a SaaS company, and the evolving role of AI in social media. Emeric shares insights on: ✅ How his early social media platform predated Facebook ✅ The key differences between …
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Empowering Small Business With AI - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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31:17In this episode of Mix and Matchbox, we sit down with Adam Nathan, CEO of Blaze, to discuss how AI is transforming digital marketing for small businesses. Adam shares his journey from positions at Apple and Lyft to building Blaze, a platform that helps business owners create compelling content without needing marketing expertise. We dive into: ✅ Ho…
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Making A More Joyful Workplace - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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49:31Jenn Whitmer discusses how to create a joyful workplace that boosts productivity and enhances relationships among team members. In this episode Brent and Jenn explore the crucial role of joy in the workplace and how it can significantly impact employee satisfaction and overall performance. Topics covered include: the importance of embracing conflic…
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Building Multi Million Dollar Companies Through Challenges - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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39:11Discover the secrets behind building a successful business from the ground up. This episode explores fundamental concepts that every entrepreneur should know to thrive in their journey. Gain insights into the seven essential parts of every business, the importance of knowing your ideal client, and tips on crafting effective marketing strategies. Le…
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Homegrown to Global Network: Reflections on joining Stagwell Inc.
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36:33In this very special episode of the Creator sessions, the partners sit down together to discuss the big announcement revealed last week, that Create. has officially been acquired by Stagwell’s Code and Theory Network. This game changing acquisition didn’t happen overnight. For over 15 years, this team has worked to build this agency up to where it …
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Using Behavior Science To Make A Better Work Environment - Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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39:49Implementing behavioral science strategies in the workplace is not just about enhancing employee satisfaction; it’s about driving organizational success. By reducing friction, offering timely rewards, and fostering a culture of appreciation, organizations can build a supportive and productive work environment. Chris Dornfeld of Whistle Rewards chat…
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Unlocking The Power of Executive Assistants | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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44:46There's a million things to do but you don't have to be the person that does all of them. Business owners, entrepreneurs and busy people sometimes think that they aren't ready for an executive assistant but hold themselves back from what bigger things they could be accomplishing by getting the smaller stuff of their own plate. Shannon Waller is a p…
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H.E. Nouf Al-Bushlaibi: Sharing Abu Dhabi’s Vision with the World
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1:07:16In the latest episode of The Creator Sessions, we sit down with Her Excellency Nouf Al-Bushlaibi, Executive Director of the Strategic Marketing and Communications Sector at the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi. Join us as she shares her passion for showcasing Abu Dhabi to the world and the city's remarkable transformation, driven by its …
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Synchronizing Sales and Marketing | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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42:21Brent chats with Andy Culligan, Founder, Fractional CMO, about the importance of integrating sales and marketing, and navigating privacy regulations like GDPR. Learn how to identify your ideal customers and leverage first-party data for better outreach. Andy emphasizes the role of personalization in marketing and explores the impact of AI on custom…
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Brand Transformation and Nearshore Talent | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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57:27We chat with Andrew Howlett about his advice on running a marketing agency as well as a nearshore talent agency, avoiding the RFP process, and keeping AI human. Andrew provides valuable insights about bringing incredible talent to the table without being on a coast and a recent experience reviving the CHIA brand. https://www.struck.com/ Contact Mat…
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SEO and Content Performance | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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21:46This marks our 50th episode of Mix & Matchbox! We're proud to have had so many great guests and interesting things to chat about. We've got plenty more coming soon as well. In this episode we chat with Jessica Embree of Tulip Media based in New Brunswick, Canada. Tulip helps dig deep into client issues as well as campaigns in order to improve their…
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Gain Insight With A Fractional CMO | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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30:14Brent chats with Katie Smith of Wild Path Consulting where she helps organizations as a Fractional CMO. Being a Fractional CMO helps give a business owner the level of a high ranking position without the overhead of hiring one internally. Katie helps bring visibility, opportunities and direction by digging in deep. Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-…
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In this episode of the Creator Sessions, we sit down with Mariam Solika, the Gen Z communications powerhouse behind COP28 UAE and Founder of THE GOOD NEWS, a platform dedicated to spreading positivity across the Arab world. Join Tala as she dives into Mariam's insights on sustainability, her inspiring career journey, and how she's using social medi…
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Building Nonprofit and For-profit Organizations Through Relationships | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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36:25On this episode of Mix & Matchbox we're joined by our own Business Development Director, Rhonda Gray. Her career spans both for and nonprofit roles but with a throughline of relationships. With both the knowledge and experience of being a therapist among many other things, Rhonda helps bring people and opportunities together. Contact Matchbox: Phon…
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Agency Growth Through Financial Data | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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37:35Jon Morris grew his agency Rise Interactive to nearly $40 million in revenue with solid bottom line profit as well. His background in school wasn't marketing but finance. He's now sharing some of the metrics though his software, Engine BI and his consulting group, Fiscal Advocate to help other agencies grow and keep their eye on the numbers that ma…
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Listen in to what Ant Middleton, adventurer, author, TV star, host, and all-around inspiration, shared with us when he stopped by our offices to talk to Tom & Dia on The Creator Sessions. From riveting stories about his dicey climb on Mount Everest to powerful advice on building resilience, the conversation was as exciting as it was inspiring.…
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Honing Public Speaking Talent | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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47:43We speak with Blair Bryant Nichols of BBN Creative Management about helping coach and guide and place speaking talent. From his education in entertainment management, through incredible internships and career roles, Blair has earned a name for helping speakers find their niche and channel what they are best at. https://www.bbncreativemanagement.com…
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Simple Lessons in Coaching, Management and Leadership | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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57:52Our first government official to join us on the podcast, Clay Staires is an American politician who has served as the Oklahoma House of Representatives member from the 66th district since November 16, 2022. He is also the Authority Expert at The Leadership Initiative and the first person to give out their direct line to contact him on the podcast. …
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Hiring Tech Talent In Ukraine | Mix & Matchbox Podcast
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23:34We chat with Kyle Mau about his journey from being an engineer to hiring them. Kyle owns HireUA which helps to "Hire In 5 Days". HireUA sources talent from Ukraine to pair with Western companies to help deliver high quality, skilled talent at lower costs. https://hire-ua.com/mix/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesign…
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It's something I'm sure everyone has heard that people are going back to the office, sometimes by desire and sometimes, well, not. Matchbox Design Group has made it a point to stay remote. Brent Feldman, CEO, and Cullen Whitmore, COO, chat about what it means to be remote, how to retain culture and relationships and what it looks like long term. Co…
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We speak with Dr. Jonathan Baktari, CEO of eNational Testing and e7 Health. We chat about his experience in the medical field, what medical testing means to healthcare and also what it's like to help other organizations through leadership coaching. www.e7health.com https://jonathanbaktarimd.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https:…
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Lately there's been a lot of buzz on social media from 7th Level, creators of the NEPQ method of selling. We chat with Anthony Vizzari, CRO for 7th Level about how this method is setting out to change how people sell goods, services or basically anything. https://7thlevelhq.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigng…
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We talk with Zach Parcell, Owner at Powergrip USA, about his experience starting his company and what it's like to work with a Finnish ownership group. We also discuss his former experience in a marketing role in higher ed and his 168 system for brass tacks steps to get more done and not worry so much. https://powergripusa.com/ https://168system.co…
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We chat with Greg Brooks, CMO & Partner at SearchTides. We dig in deep on the future of SEO, AI and its implications for how people are still important to the equation. https://searchtides.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix…
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Applying Better UX Thinking - Episode 38 - Mix & Matchbox
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46:32Dive deep into the world of user experience with Jon MacDonald, CEO of The Good, as he shares his extensive knowledge and practical tips for applying better UX thinking. In this episode, hosted by Brent Feldman, Jon discusses the evolution of UX, its current trends, and the critical role of user-centric design in digital products. Video Highlights …
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Targeting, Tactics and Budgets in Paid Media - Episode 37 - Mix & Matchbox
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26:54Mary Ann Pruitt, CEO/President at Mosaic Media, joins us to chat about paid media, the nuances of targeting and audience segmentation and tactics to make and impact. https://mosaic.agency/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix-matc…
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What Is Your Digital Marketing Strategy Missing? - Episode 36 - Mix & Matchbox
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38:15In this episode we chat with Nathan Hawkes again but this time it is an open conversation centered around digital marketing, strategy and targeting in a cookieless world. https://www.arcanemarketing.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com…
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Storytelling in SEO - Episode 35 - Mix & Matchbox
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35:27Rachel Hernandez is the Director of Marketing at Next Net Media. Rachel discusses her experience in SEO, writing and how good storytelling can bring any content to life. https://nextnetmedia.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/m…
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Tom & Dia sat down with our new Executive Creative Director, the one and only Kim Jerbo, to talk about his diverse and exciting career trajectory, his approach to the creative process and the dynamics of client-agency relationships across different markets.
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Longevity As An SEO Agency - Episode 34 - Mix & Matchbox
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1:07:50We chat with Nathan Hawkes, President of Arcane Marketing about his career in SEO, being a VP at Netmark and then running his own agency. https://www.arcanemarketing.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix-matchbox-podcast-digit…
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Tom & Dia had an inspiring conversation on creativity and the new era of digital marketing with Moadh Bukhash, Chief Marketing Officer of Emirates NBD. From his unexpected career journey to sharing insights on the evolving marketing landscape, this episode is a must-listen for all creatives and industry enthusiasts.…
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Media Coverage Can Improve Your Credibility and Visibility - Episode 33 - Mix & Matchbox
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46:09Mickie Kennedy, founded eReleases 24 years ago to help small businesses, authors, and startups increase their visibility and credibility through tier-1 press release distribution. He lives in the Baltimore area. Mickie has created a free video Master Class on how to create a winning PR strategy, based on the PR campaigns of his most successful clie…
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Majed Al Mansoori, Deputy Executive Director of the Museum of The Future, joined us for a chat about his career growth for the latest episode of Creator Sessions. From youth delegate to engineer to creative marketer and then climbing the ranks at MOTF from Project Manager, Majed has accomplished a lot in just 13 years.…
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Welcome to Episode 2 of Create Echo, the mini podcast that’s on its way to becoming your go-to source for anything company, community and industry-related. In this episode, Kate gives us updates about TikTok's Creator Programme, some new developments over at X (formerly Twitter), and more.
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Can You Be A Developer & Entertainer? - Episode 32 - Mix & Matchbox
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38:08Brent chats with fellow Matchboxer, Tim Stone. Tim is not only a developer at Matchbox but also a host of Things I Learned Last Night. Tim talks about how he got into development and has advice and recommendations for growing an audience for a podcast. https://www.youtube.com/@TILLNPodcast and https://tilln.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-696…
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From For-Profit to Non-Profit - Episode 31 - Mix & Matchbox
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36:34This week we chat with Joe Wurm with GOLI (Gifts of Love International). Joe shares what it has been like to go from roles leading at other organizations, to product innovation to now the non-profit arena. Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.c…
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Meet marketing maven Katie Golding, Chief Marketing Officer of the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG). We had a blast chatting with her on the podcast about everything from her passion for trail running, women’s empowerment in the region, and many anecdotes from her illustrious career.
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Podcast Marketing and Finding Your Audience - Episode 30 - Mix & Matchbox
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37:19We chat with Tom Schwab, Founder/Chief Evangelist Officer at Interview Valet about his experience as a marketer, Hubspot believer and why podcasts are so important. https://InterviewValet.com/ Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/about/mix-…
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Introducing: Create Echo 📢 This bi-weekly mini-podcast is your new go-to scoop on all things Create (plus the latest in tech, innovation and much more to keep you in the know)! In this episode, Tala gives us updates about the latest Whatsapp features, some special Emirati Women's Day Episodes of the Creator Sessions, and some developments over at C…
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Lessons in Agency Business Development - Episode 29 - Mix & Matchbox
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48:43Charles Howe, Vice President of Client Development for True Media delivers some sound advice and feedback for business development and sales roles within an agency. He shares his career experience and lessons he's learned along the way. Contact Matchbox: Phone: 314-849-6969 Website: https://matchboxdesigngroup.com/contact-us/ Visit Our Podcast Page…
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