Best Fresh Event Production Podcasts (2025)

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The New Rules of Stage Design: What Apple, Samsung, and Tesla Teach Us About Event Stages 12:05

2d ago12:05

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What does your event stage really say about your brand? In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne dives into one of the most exciting shifts in business events today: the evolution of stage design. What used to be a flat backdrop is now a powerful canvas for storytelling, innovation, and brand identity. Whether you're staging …

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June 2nd, 2025: Salesforce to acquire Informatica, Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance, Lowes Launches Its Marketplace, and Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap 11:27

3d ago11:27

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Today on our show: Salesforce to acquire Informatica Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance Lowes Launches Its Marketplace Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://w…

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Special Episode: Scott Eckert on Leading Mirakl and the Marketplace Revolution 36:52

7d ago36:52

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In this special CEO spotlight edition of the Watson Weekly, host Rick Watson welcomes Scott Eckert, newly appointed CEO of Mirakl, for an inside look at how his leadership is poised to accelerate Mirakl’s role at the heart of modern commerce. With a distinguished career spanning innovation leadership roles at Dell, Rethink Robotics, and Walmart’s S…

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Not All Leads Are Equal: The KPI You’re Missing with Francois Fournier from DTN 31:15

9d ago31:15

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What if your best event ROI isn’t in the lead list, but in a breakfast conversation? Event leaders today face an overwhelming challenge: prove event value, defend the budget, and deliver real business impact, all while expectations rise and resources shrink. If you’re still measuring success by foot traffic or lead scans, this episode will change t…

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May 26th, 2025: Rapid Fire Headline Update and Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions 23:46

10d ago23:46

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Today on our show: Rapid Fire Headline Update Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly…

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Episode 269: One Big Beautiful Confrontation 1:38:08

12d ago1:38:08

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In this episode of The Saulty Show, the crew is joined by rising TikTok truth-teller @ConspiraCookie, a former Democrat turned libertarian who’s calling out the chaos from deep-blue Washington State. Together, they break down the wild event this week: Trump’s bold, no-nonsense confrontation with the South African president over the ongoing violence…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Pimcore & the Data Layer Revolution in B2B 17:53

14d ago17:53

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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From WOW to ROI: How To Create Events That Mean Business with Isabelle Camp 36:19

16d ago36:19

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In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Isabelle Camp, Global Head of Events at Cohere, to break down what it really takes to design events that deliver measurable business impact. From strategic planning to post-event automation, Isabelle shares the systems, team alignment strategies, and data practices that tr…

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May 19th, 2025: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings, Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now, FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership, and Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings 10:28

17d ago10:28

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Today on our show: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by…

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Episode 268: The Peacemaker 53:57

19d ago53:57

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In this episode of The Saulty Show, we’re talking about Trump’s trip to the Middle East — and surprise, surprise… the media’s ignoring the actual peace and focusing on a gift from Qatar. Meanwhile, Trump’s out there making real moves. From Saudi Arabia to Syria, people are paying attention — and some are even celebrating in the streets. We break do…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Conscious Commerce & Regulated Realities: The Aysnd Way 21:06

21d ago21:06

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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How Technology Can Act as Your Event’s Concierge with eShow’s Akshar Patel 35:00

23d ago35:00

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com What if your event tech worked like a personal concierge? Akshar Patel of eShow joins Matthew to reveal how smarter tools are streamlining planning, slashing stress, and leveling up the attendee experience. What you’ll learn: Strategies for integrating systems and breakin…

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May 12th, 2025: Shopify Needs Incentive Alignment to Win in Enterprise, 3 Notables From BigCommerce earnings call, Instacart CEO Departs for OpenAI, and Shopify Reports Solid Earnings Amid Global Uncertainty ... 17:51

24d ago17:51

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In this week’s Watson Weekly, we will discuss Fidji Simo is out at Instacart CEO to join OpenAI. This is a huge feather in Simo’s cap and leaves an opening at Instacart which I predict will be filled by their Chief Product Officer Daniel Danker. Not only did Danker and Simo overlap from their time at Facebook, but Danker was promoted by Simo into h…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Inside B2B Growth: Smith Commerce on Scaling Smart 19:17

28d ago19:17

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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Coca-Cola, Salesforce, and HubSpot: The AI Event Strategies Behind Their Big Event Wins 10:50

1M ago10:50

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne tackles a pressing question for marketing and event professionals: in a landscape dominated by AI-generated content, how do businesses break through the noise and build authentic connections with their audien…

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May 5th, 2025: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter, UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, and Kohl’s Fires Its CEO 14:37

1M ago14:37

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Today on our show: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Kohl’s Fires Its CEO - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerc…

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Turning Tariffs into Tactics — Cross-Border Commerce in 2025 with Alex Yancher, CEO of Passport 57:11

1M ago57:11

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In this insightful episode, The Watson Weekly welcomes Alex Yancher (Yon-cher), CEO of Passport, just hours after the U.S. government announced sweeping new global trade tariffs. With $3.3 trillion in cross-border e-commerce at stake, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Guided by a Thomas L. Friedman-inspired prologue, we dive deep into the …

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Tariff Turbulence: Have You Got Your Priorities Right For Upcoming Events? 49:27

1M ago49:27

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com Matthew sits down with Nicola Kastner, powerhouse CEO of the exclusive Event Leaders Exchange (ELX), to uncover what’s really shaping event strategy in 2025. From navigating economic turbulence to adapting to global policy shifts, they dive into the biggest challenges—and…

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April 28th, 2025: Composable Conference in Chicago shows MACH progress, ChatGPT and Shopify partnership teased, and Shopify promotes internally for Chief Design Officer: What's going on? 14:49

1M ago14:49

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Today on our show: Composable Conference in Chicago Shows MACH Progress ChatGPT and Shopify Partnership Teased Shopify Promotes Internally for Chief Design Officer: What's Going On? - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. h…

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Episode 267: Masculinity Under Fire 1:09:09

1M ago1:09:09

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This week on The Saulty Show we’re breaking down HBO’s Adolescence—a well-crafted series, but one that sneaks in the idea that traditional masculinity is something to fix, not celebrate. Let’s be honest: there’s a cultural push to paint strength and grit as ‘toxic,’ whether in Hollywood or D.C. But here’s the kicker—conservatives are firing back, f…

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IMEX Latest Industry Report: What are the trends we can’t ignore? 38:32

1M ago38:32

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com Following the release of “The Power of Experiences” report, IMEX Group’s CEO Carina Bauer joins Matthew to discuss their key findings. Backed by the latest research, this report unveils a future where events don’t just connect people - they restore trust, ignite belonging…

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April 21st, 2025: Walmart Investor Day shows strong tariff headwinds, is 2025 the year to eat the entire enchilada, Shop for Brands on Amazon seen in the wild, and Amazon surveys its sellers on tariffs ... 17:04

2M ago17:04

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Is Walmart More Exposed to Tariffs Than They Are Admitting? In a recent investor day, Walmart indicated that only one-third of its products are not made in the USA. Are we sure about that number? Given the fact that there is no universal definition of made in the USA, I think that number could be a lot higher than the company is letting on. Learn a…

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GO WEST LIVE - Let’s Talk About the Reality of Rising Costs 42:03

2M ago42:03

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com Get ready for a special edition episode: live from GO WEST, Canada’s premier gathering of meeting and event pros. Matthew teams up with a panel of industry experts including Tim Lang, President of Canadian Audio Visual Providers Association and ProShow Audio Visual; Andre…

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The Debate: Is Replatforming Worth It? 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

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The biggest debate in eCommerce. The business case for replatforming Replatforming can either be trying to use a band-aid on a large wound or it could be like squeezing juice. Vince Santo (The Maze Group) debating Chris Silver (Discoverist AI) on replatforming. Architecture: The headless straw man debate. Headless technology enables brands to move …

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Redefining Retail: Commercetools, InStore, and the Future of Unified Commerce – A Conversation with Dirk Hoerig 1:00:48

2M ago1:00:48

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In this special episode of The Watson Weekly, we sit down with Dirk Hoerig, co-founder of Commercetools, to explore the company’s journey from Germany to global eCommerce leader. Dirk shares insights on their ideal customer, key pain points they solve, and why their North American market entry succeeded where others failed. We also dive into the la…

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Global Trade Tensions: Is the Event Industry in Crisis? 44:56

2M ago44:56

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com How are rising tariffs, trade wars, and global tensions shaping the future of the event industry? In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne sits down with industry experts Nick Borelli and Evan Babins to break down how shifting trade policies and geo…

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April 7th, 2025: Key takeaways on public and private markets, Shoptalk did not answer my key industry questions, Consumers getting stressed out, and Amazon makes last minute bid to buy TikTok 13:36

2M ago13:36

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Is There a Worse Owner For TikTok Than Amazon? Look, I am going to bottom line it for you guys. I can’t think of a worse owner for Tiktok than logistics company Amazon. I know there are a lot of chocolate and peanut butter theories of how these two great companies could taste better together, but I think this would be the start of a slow boringific…

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Watson Weekly: Navigating the Digital Commerce Maze with Bryan House 43:50

2M ago43:50

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Why is digital commerce still hitting roadblocks in 2025? In this special episode, Bryan House of Elastic Path joins us to unpack the paradox: companies claim to have a clear digital strategy, yet budgets for tech investment remain elusive. We tackle the real barriers—lack of knowledge, outdated mindsets, and the hidden opportunity cost of standing…

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Event Industry Advocacy: Wendy Porter on Creating Impact Beyond the Stage 40:46

2M ago40:46

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Wendy Porter, founder and chief events officer at Wendy Porter Events. Join them as they discuss: Wendy's journey from acquisition marketing manager to founding her own event agency The importanc…

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March 31st, 2025: Shoptalk Recap 9:46

2M ago9:46

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Today on our show: Shoptalk Recap - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweeklyBy RMW Commerce

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Why Anyone Can Call Themselves an Event Producer (And Why That’s a Problem) with Aaron Kaufman 52:53

2M ago52:53

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this candid episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne sits down with Aaron Kaufman, President of Fifth Element Group, for a frank and unfiltered conversation about the events industry. Join them as they discuss: Why events is still considered a vocation r…

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March 24th, 2025: Adobe teases new commerce offerings, BigCommerce launches new account functionality, Klarna files IPO paperwork, and welcome to Shoptalk Week! 13:07

2M ago13:07

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Is Adobe Hopeless or Will The New Product Teases Get Them Back in the Game? This week on the Watson Weekly podcast, we unpack two new product announcements from Adobe that are expected to launch by June 2025. One is the Adobe Commerce Optimizer, an eCommerce front-end that can be used with any storefront platform. This is one that I’m excited to se…

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How Do You Build Buzz Without Big Budgets? 26:53

3M ago26:53

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Yvonne McNair, the distinguished Chief Experience Officer at Captivate Productions. Join them as they discuss: Creating the "fear of missing out" through surprise elements Balancing creative visi…

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March 17th, 2025: Paypal in hot water over its Honey application, AllBirds sales plunge in 2024, why did Walmart buy a mall? And upcoming eCommerce debate event at Shoptalk 11:25

3M ago11:25

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Is Paypal Running an Affiliate Scam? That’s What Google’s New Chrome Rules Seem to Be Saying. Many users don’t realize that Paypal’s Honey Application, the plugin which is supposed to secure you discounts on items. Instead, it looks to be cutting certain publishers out of affiliate credits that they would otherwise be due. You’ll find this and othe…

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Trade Wars & Your Events: What You Need to Know About Tariffs 13:39

3M ago13:39

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne tackles the often-overlooked topic of tariffs and their impact on the events industry. Setting politics aside, Matthew examines the practical realities of how trade taxes affect every aspect of event producti…

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March 10th, 2025: Target 2024 earnings shows company falling behind, when will merchants stop treating data as a project? Commercetools layoffs throws into question IPO plans, and has Shopify Enterprise ... 14:02

3M ago14:02

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Today on our show: Target 2024 earnings shows company falling behind When will merchants stop treating data as a project? Commercetools layoffs throws into question IPO plans Has Shopify Enterprise turned a corner? - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's …

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The Secret Sauce to Game-Changing Partnerships: Lessons from Netflix, CBC & More 29:03

3M ago29:03

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Brett Hendrie, Director of Strategic Events at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. Join them as they discuss: Strategies for developing compelling content that engages d…

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March 3rd, 2025: Is Beyond.com doomed? Klaviyo reports 2024 earnings, Klaviyo coming for Salesforce Service Cloud, and Paypal Investor Day offers problematic vision 15:39

3M ago15:39

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Today on our show: Is Beyond.com doomed? Klaviyo reports 2024 earnings Klaviyo coming for Salesforce Service Cloud Paypal Investor Day offers problematic vision - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerc…

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Is Events Truly an Industry – and Does It Even Matter? 51:54

3M ago51:54

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this panel episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Nick Barelli from Zenis and Evan Babbins from Scotiabank's event planning team to explore a provocative question: Is events truly an industry? Join them as they discuss: Challenges around g…

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February 24th, 2025: Walmart reports fiscal year 2025 earnings, Saks stopped paying vendors on time, TikTok subscriptions could help creators, and BigCommerce reports 2024 earnings 17:11

3M ago17:11

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Today on our show: Walmart reports fiscal year 2025 earnings Saks stopped paying vendors on time TikTok subscriptions could help creators BigCommerce reports 2024 earnings And finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today’s episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.…

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The Criste Cast #7 | Charlie Wiltshire: The Truth About VR, Content Creation & Big Tech 1:57:44

4M ago1:57:44

1:57:44

Send Us a Message! 🔵🟡🔴 WATCH ON YOUTUBE ▶ https://youtu.be/aN2J_gWBhU8 Today, I sit down with Charlie Wiltshire—the sharp-witted creator behind GetHip and one of the most outspoken voices on the state of VR and online content. From calling out the industry's biggest issues to redefining his own creative journey, Charlie shares unfiltered thoughts o…

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Scaling Event Marketing: Product-Led Growth Lessons from SaaS with Jillian Ruiz 37:41

4M ago37:41

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Jillian Ruiz, Head of Global Marketing and Events at Behavox, a leading provider for AI archiving compliance and security. Join them as they discuss: Integrating product-led growth strategies wit…

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February 17th, 2025: Shopify Q4 2024 earnings: The age of efficiency comes to Shopify, it’s not just you - age of efficiency accelerating, Amazon Q4 earnings wins the Grammy for free cash flow, and Amazon ... 17:55

4M ago17:55

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Today on our show: Shopify Q4 2024 earnings: The age of efficiency comes to Shopify It’s not just you - age of efficiency accelerating Amazon Q4 earnings wins the Grammy for free cash flow Amazon ad engine getting hungry: look out Google Shopping And finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, a…

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The Four Key Outputs to Track Event Success 28:38

4M ago28:38

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, Matthew is back with another AV Advisor deep dive. This time he explores the fundamental approach to measuring event success through four key output categories. Join him as he discusses: Why focusing on results rather than proc…

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February 10th, 2025: Trump eliminates the de minimis for China, AI won't solve all the problems, but we don't realize it yet, UPS Q4 2024 earnings, AI is not the new SEO. Brands could be in a marketplace ... 13:56

4M ago13:56

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Today on our show: Trump eliminates the de minimis for China AI won't solve all the problems, but we don't realize it yet UPS Q4 2024 earnings: steering towards margin, away from Amazon AI is not the new SEO. Brands could be in a marketplace without realizing it And finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of ve…

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Special Episode: Global eCommerce Leaders Forum, Cross-Border Trends, & Honoring Kent Allen 35:26

4M ago35:26

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Today on a special edition of our show: Remembering Kent Allen Evolution of Global eCommerce Pioneers in Cross-Border Trade Current Trends and Players Jim Okamura Partner, McMillanDoolittle and co-founder, Global E-Commerce Leaders Forum Jim has over 25 years of consulting experience focused on strategic planning in the retail industry. His work in…

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Balancing Creativity and Budget: Lessons from Atlassian's Jeremy Youett 29:54

4M ago29:54

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Jeremy Youett, Head of Proprietary Events at Atlassian. Jeremy shares valuable insights on balancing creativity with budgetary constraints, selecting strategic partnerships, and measuring event s…

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Episode 266: Nothing Says ‘I Want to Stay in America’ Like Waving a Foreign Flag! 1:08:39

4M ago1:08:39

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On this episode of The Saulty Show, the crew discusses Trump’s latest wins and how his policies are shaking things up. We dive into mass deportations and the protests they’ve sparked—though oddly enough, the protestors are waving the flags of the very countries they supposedly fled. Make that make sense. We also break down the tariff war now raging…

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February 3rd, 2025: Risks to Amazon in the AI Wars, private equity outlook in 2025, Artificial Intelligence moving from creating to doing with OpenAI Operator, how to grow faster is an elusive question ... 14:57

4M ago14:57

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Today on our show: Risks to Amazon in the AI Wars Private equity outlook in 2025 Artificial Intelligence moving from creating to doing with OpenAI Operator How to grow faster is an elusive question And finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today’s episode is sponsor…

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The Debate: Industry Events You Don’t Want to Miss in 2025 44:37

4M ago44:37

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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this episode of Production Value Matters, our panel is back to dive into the must-attend industry events and how to make the most of them. From selecting the right conferences to maximize your ROI to balancing industry-specific and unexpected non-endemic events, we’ve …

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