Best Cx Optimization Podcasts (2025)

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Building Readiness for AI Agents in Healthcare Systems - with Raheel Retiwalla of Productive Edge 33:22

10h ago33:22

33:22

Today’s guest is Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge — a digital transformation consultancy focused on healthcare. Productive Edge works with payers, providers, and health tech firms to leverage AI, data, and modern platforms to streamline operations, cut costs, and improve outcomes. With two decades of experience in digital…

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How Gen Z is driving change in the retail customer experience 12:17

1d ago12:17

12:17

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast Judy Mottl, editor of Retail Customer Experience, talks with Dr. Steven Stovall, Ph.D., associate professor of management at Southeast Missouri State University, on how the Gen Z consumer is impacting the retail customer experience strategy. Stovall is former corporate executive who managed a global sale…

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How Composable CDPs Are Transforming Retail Media Networks 25:57

2d ago25:57

25:57

AI-powered decisioning is transforming how retail media networks operate, and Hightouch stands at the forefront of this revolution with a freshly announced $80 million funding round at a $1.2 billion valuation. In this conversation with Ian Maier, Ad Tech and AI Lead at Hightouch, we explore how composable CDPs are dramatically reducing implementat…

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How can crypto and fintech brands prevent fraud and maintain customer trust? (feat. Amanda Wick) 34:20

2d ago34:20

34:20

On this episode, we explore the threat landscape in crypto and fintech — and how companies can go beyond maintaining customer trust to turn confidence into a competitive advantage. With the advent of fintech and crypto platforms, financial services have become more accessible, efficient and transparent for customers. However, the combination of soc…

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How Responsible AI is Shaping the Future of Banking and Finance - with Shub Agarwal of U.S. Bank and USC 21:28

2d ago21:28

21:28

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Shub Agarwal, author of Successful AI Product Creation: A 9-Step Framework available from Wiley and a professor of the University of Southern California teaching AI and Generative AI product management to graduate students. He is also Senior Vice President of Product Management for AI and Generative AI at U.S. Ba…

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Designing AI products: Insights from Figma's 2025 report 32:43

3d ago32:43

32:43

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4400s9a ----------------------- Got a question? Want to recommend a guest? Or do you want to tell me how the show can be better? Send me a voice message via email at [email protected] ----------------------- In this episode of Insights Unlocked, Jason Giles, VP of Design at UserTesting, chats with Andrew Hogan…

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[S03E08] Data Minimalism, Experimentation, and Ethical AI with Matt Gershoff 43:37

4d ago43:37

43:37

In this episode, Sani sits down with Matt Gershoff, CEO and Co-founder of Conductrics, to talk about how being intentional, not just fast, leads to better experimentation, better customer relationships, and better outcomes. Matt shares the wild story of how a machine learning summer school (and donkeys in pajamas!) helped spark Conductrics. They un…

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Beyond Headless: The Journey to Joyful Content Optimization 31:24

8d ago31:24

31:24

What happens when you tell a software engineer his CMS platform will shut down in six months, leaving major clients like Adidas and Reebok stranded? You get Storyblock - perhaps the most thoughtful reinvention of content management in decades. Dominik Angerer, CEO and co-founder of Storyblok, takes us on a journey through the broken world of tradit…

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Legacy transformation, agentic AI and how to get it right - Interview with Don Schuerman of Pega 35:03

8d ago35:03

35:03

Today’s interview is with Don Schuerman, the CTO at Pegasystems, an industry-leading low-code platform for AI-powered decisioning and workflow automation. Don joins me today to talk about the upcoming PegaWorld 2025 (PegaWorld is taking place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas from June 1st to the 3rd), Agentic AI (obvs.), how some organizations are imp…

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Google Doesn’t Need Your Blog Posts Anymore, Here’s What to Do Instead with Jono Alderson 9:33

10d ago9:33

9:33

Is content marketing finally dead? In this no-BS conversation, I’m joined by digital strategist Jono Alderson to unpack the new reality of SEO, content, and how Google’s evolution is leaving traditional marketing behind. Jono explains why so much content is now obsolete, how search is changing with AI, and why the only real path forward is to be mo…

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Driving Multi-Modal Retail and Healthcare CX - with Brett Kiley of CVS Health 18:38

9d ago18:38

18:38

In this episode of the AI in Business Podcast, Brett Kiley, Executive Director of Customer Experience and Client Solutions at CVS Health, joins us for a compelling discussion on the evolving landscape of customer interactions. With over two decades of experience, Brett shares how CVS navigates the challenges of personalization, efficiency, and seam…

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Leading AI transformation with Greg Shove of Section 30:06

10d ago30:06

30:06

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4jHDYyu ----------------------- Got a question? Want to recommend a guest? Or do you want to tell me how the show can be better? Send me a voice message via email at [email protected] ----------------------- PROMO CODE for this episode with Section's Greg Shove: USERTESTING30 The code is good for Section cours…

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Starting a resolution revolution - Interview with Tom Eggemeier, Adrian McDermott and Matthias Göhler of Zendesk 57:42

16d ago57:42

57:42

Today’s podcast is a two-parter and features interviews with Tom Eggemeier, Adrian McDermott and Matthias Göhler, which took place at Zendesk’s recent Relate event, which took place in Las Vegas on March 25th-27th. Tom Eggemeier is the Chief Executive Officer of Zendesk, Adrian McDermott is the Chief Technology Officer at Zendesk, and Matthias Göhl…

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Real-World AI in Retail: Talkdesk Leaders Reveal What Actually Works Beyond the Hype 33:00

16d ago33:00

33:00

The gap between AI hype and real-world implementation is creating both challenges and opportunities for retailers worldwide. Talkdesk executives Ed Durbin and Michael Klein pull back the curtain on what's actually happening in retail AI adoption, sharing candid insights from their conversations with retail leaders at NRF and beyond. "We've spent mi…

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Global AI Regulations and Their Impact on Industry Leaders - with Micheal Berger of Munich Re 21:01

16d ago21:01

21:01

Today’s guest is Michael Berger, Head of Insure AI at Munich Re. Michael returns to the Emerj podcast platform to discuss the impact of legislation such as the EU AI Act on the insurance industry and broader AI adoption. Our conversation covers how regulatory approaches differ between the United States and the European Union, highlighting the risk-…

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Is the Internet Dead? The Rise of Bot-to-Bot Web & the Decline of Human Content with Anne Berlin 10:16

17d ago10:16

10:16

In this episode of No Hacks, host Sani is joined by technical SEO strategist Anne Berlin to explore one of the most disturbing and fascinating topics on the web today: the Dead Internet Theory. Is most of what we see online actually created by bots, for bots? What happens when the web becomes a wasteland of AI-generated slop and abandoned digital r…

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How customer journey mapping and storytelling unlock innovation at G2 34:17

17d ago34:17

34:17

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4l9JDil ----------------------- Got a question? Want to recommend a guest? Or do you want to tell me how the show can be better? Send me a voice message via email at [email protected] ----------------------- In this Insights Unlocked episode, UserTesting’s Jason Giles sits down with Dane Howard, Vice President…

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Peak Immersion: The Science Behind Engaged Store Associates 27:33

23d ago27:33

27:33

The hidden science behind retail success isn't found in flashy technology or complicated loyalty programs – it's in the power of engaged store associates. This conversation with Nikki Baird, VP of Strategy and Product at Aptos, reveals groundbreaking research showing that when employees reach "peak immersion" during customer interactions, sales nat…

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AI-driven search volumes are exploding and what brands should be doing about it - Interview with Vivek Pandya of Adobe 29:25

23d ago29:25

29:25

Today’s podcast is with Vivek Pandya, Director, Adobe Digital Insights at Adobe. I recently caught up with Vivek at Adobe Summit in Las Vegas to talk about some new research that Adobe just published called AI to Cart, which highlights the impact that Generative AI-powered chat interfaces are having on consumers, how that is changing their search a…

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GenAI Efficiencies in Manufacturing, Smart Farming, and Beyond - with Steffen Hoffmann of Bosch 21:56

23d ago21:56

21:56

Today’s guest is Steffen Hoffmann, Managing Director of Bosch UK. Steffen joins the podcast to discuss how Bosch is leveraging AI across industries, from precision agriculture to HR automation and manufacturing quality control. Throughout our conversation, Hoffmann gives a revealing insight into how Bosch’s AI-driven black grass detection system is…

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#42: Maintaining authenticity as you scale with Fred Meyers, Queensboro 22:41

24d ago22:41

22:41

How do you take a business from a basement office in Queens to a $25 million company—without losing the personal touch that made it special in the first place? Joining us today is Fred Meyers, President and Founder of Queensboro, a company that has revolutionized the custom logo apparel industry. Fred spotted a market gap while doing laundry in his…

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How FNBO is leverages its content marketing strategy to build trust and increase CSAT 34:37

24d ago34:37

34:37

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4l9JDil ----------------------- Rate Insights Unlocked and write a review If you appreciate Insights Unlocked, please give it a rating and a review. Visit Apple Podcasts, pull up the Insights Unlocked show page and scroll to the bottom of the screen. Below the trailers, you'll find Ratings and Reviews. Click on a st…

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[S03E07] Growing Smarter, Not Louder: The 1-1-1 Framework for Early-Stage Startups with Ward van Gasteren 37:22

29d ago37:22

37:22

Growth doesn’t have to mean being everywhere at once or chasing every shiny new tactic. In this episode of No Hacks, I talk with Ward van Gasteren — one of Europe’s first growth hackers — about how to grow smarter, not louder. Ward shares his go-to method for helping early-stage startups: the 1-1-1 Framework — one audience, one channel, one message…

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Personalization 2.0: What Happens When AI Meets Retail 30:45

29d ago30:45

30:45

Ever wondered what technology investments actually make retail employees happier—not just more productive? Katie Riddle, Global Retail Strategy Lead at Verizon Business, reveals that while 98% of grocery retailers struggle with staffing challenges, the solution goes beyond efficiency tools. "It's not just about making employees more efficient," Kat…

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How AI is Transforming Asset & Wealth Management From Data to Decisions - with Paul Ronan of FE fundinfo 33:52

30d ago33:52

33:52

Today’s guest is Paul Ronan, Chief Technology Officer at FE fundinfo. FE fundinfo is a leading financial data company connecting the investment industry in the UK, Europe, and Asia Pacific through a single integrated platform. With over 30 years of expertise, FE fundinfo empowers asset and wealth managers to streamline operations, improve client ou…

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[SHORT] Winning Buy-In: How to Build a Support Network for Digital Experimentation with Sam Barber 9:02

1M ago9:02

9:02

In this episode, senior experimentation specialist Sam Barber joins me to unpack what it really takes to drive change through digital experimentation. Spoiler: it’s not just about tests and tools, it’s about people. They explore how to build a solid support network inside any organization, how to win over skeptics, and why shouting (strategically) …

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Breaking Down AI’s Role in Genomics and Polygenic Risk Prediction - with Dan Elton of the National Human Genome Research Institute 20:03

1M ago20:03

20:03

Today’s guest is Dan Elton, a Staff Scientist at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dan returns to the program to explore how AI is advancing genetic research, from protein engineering to gene editing and risk prediction. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this space is AlphaFo…

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#41: Connecting deeply with B2B audiences with Jason Ing, Gusto 29:57

1M ago29:57

29:57

Payroll isn’t exactly what you’d call exciting—so how do you take a - let’s face it - rather boring topic like that and make it relatable, engaging, and even funny enough to capture an audience’s attention? Joining us today is Jason Ing, Chief Marketing Officer at Gusto, a leading platform that provides small and medium-sized businesses with payrol…

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How Anthropologie gets omnichannel right (and what to learn) 27:29

1M ago27:29

27:29

Episode web page: https://tinyurl.com/2b3dz2z8 ----------------------- Rate Insights Unlocked and write a review If you appreciate Insights Unlocked, please give it a rating and a review. Visit Apple Podcasts, pull up the Insights Unlocked show page and scroll to the bottom of the screen. Below the trailers, you'll find Ratings and Reviews. Click o…

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[S03E06] What Go-to-Market Really Means — Early Traction, Smart Systems, and AI with Maja Voje 51:29

1M ago51:29

51:29

You’ve probably heard “go-to-market” thrown around like it’s just a product launch. But it’s way more than that — and today’s guest breaks it all down with clarity, energy, and zero fluff. In this episode, I sit down with Maja Voje, an internationally recognized go-to-market strategist who’s worked with over 750 companies, including global giants l…

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Loyalty Programs That Actually Work: A SAP CX Perspective 39:48

1M ago39:48

39:48

What happens when traditional loyalty programs fail to deliver real value? In a world where 57% of US consumers no longer demonstrate true brand loyalty, businesses must fundamentally rethink what it means to create lasting customer relationships. Meghann York, Global Head of Product Marketing at SAP CX, takes us deep into the shifting loyalty land…

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The art and the science of listening - Interview with Zig Serafin, Brad Anderson and Isabelle Zdatny of Qualtrics 1:03:43

1M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Today’s podcast is a three-parter and features interviews with Zig Serafin, Brad Anderson and Isabelle Zdatny that I conducted at Qualtrics’ recent X4 2025: The Experience Management Summit, which took place in Salt Lake City on March 18th-20th. Zig Serafin is the Chief Executive Officer of Qualtrics, Brad Anderson is the President of Products, UX …

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CEO Chris King defines Monster Mini Golf's 'philosophy of fun' CX strategy 14:42

1M ago14:42

14:42

In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast, Chris King, CEO of Monster Mini Golf; shares insight on how the indoor family entertainment brand fulfills its 'philosophy of fun' and why it's the center piece of the brand's customer experience strategy. Monster Mini Golf is an indoor family entertainment brand with 30-plus franchise locations across …

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De-Identified Data and AI Adoption in Healthcare - with Ben Webster of NLP Logix 20:16

1M ago20:16

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Today’s guest is Ben Webster, VP of AI Solutions at NLP Logix. NLP Logix is a fast-growing AI services firm based in Florida that serves both the public and private sectors. Ben returns to the program to explore the complexities of de-identifying patient data for AI-driven healthcare applications. Hospital chains are increasingly leveraging first-p…

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[SHORT] What Google Analytics Can’t Tell You (But Your Users Will) with Daniël Granja Baltazar 9:25

1M ago9:25

9:25

Google Analytics shows you what users do — but it can’t tell you why. In this episode, Daniël Granja Baltazar explains how qualitative research reveals the story behind the numbers, helping marketers improve conversion, fix broken journeys, and build better customer experiences. With real examples from his work at Vodafone Business, Daniël shares h…

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AI in Biopharma Innovation and Regulatory Challenges - with Nishtha Jain of Takeda Pharmaceuticals 26:36

1M ago26:36

26:36

Today’s guest is Nishtha Jain, Head of Innovation and Digital Technology at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Nistha returns to the program to discuss the transformative impact of AI across the pharmaceutical value chain. She and Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello explore how AI is improving drug development efficiency, addressing data challenges, and …

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#40: Harnessing the Power of PR to Scale B2B with Karla Jo Helms, JOTO PR Disruptors™ 27:29

1M ago27:29

27:29

Is your brand’s story building trust—or are you leaving credibility to chance? Our guest today is Karla Jo Helms, Founder and CEO of JOTO PR Disruptors™. Karla is an expert in transforming B2B brands through innovative public relations strategies. With a career dedicated to building trust, managing crises, and leveraging data-driven storytelling, s…

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Search Experience Optimization (SXO): The Future of SEO? 26:47

1M ago26:47

26:47

Episode web page: https://tinyurl.com/45pcxtn9 How can businesses move beyond traditional SEO rankings to create a truly engaging and high-converting user experience? In this episode of Insights Unlocked, host Nathan Isaacs sits down with Georgia Tan, co-founder of Switch Key Digital, to discuss the future of search and the rise of Search Experienc…

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Is automation the key to more human, personalized experiences? (feat. Bal Mahal and David Wachs) 26:51

1M ago26:51

26:51

On this episode, we explore practical strategies for maintaining authentic customer connections and how, paradoxically, automation can make your experiences more human — not less. As brands scale, creating personalized customer experiences becomes increasingly challenging. Automation, when thoughtfully implemented, can create space for human team m…

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[S03E05] The Power of Founder Brand: Why B2B Growth Starts With You with Ognjen Bošković 40:51

1M ago40:51

40:51

Most B2B founders wait too long to start building their personal brand—if they think about it at all. But those who get it right unlock a massive competitive edge. In this episode, Ognjen Bošković breaks down what founder branding actually is, why it works, and how to do it without falling into the typical LinkedIn traps. About the Guest Ognjen Boš…

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Optimizing Grocery: AI Solutions and Future Trends 31:46

1M ago31:46

31:46

When Amanda Oren and I finally connected after a month of calendar wrangling, I knew the wait was worth it. As VP of Industry Strategy for Grocery North America at Relex, Amanda brings a unique perspective – she joined the company after being a customer herself, giving her both the retailer's and the technology provider's view of the rapidly evolvi…

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Testing and experimentation is everyone's problem - Interview with Shafqat Islam of Optimizely 47:25

1M ago47:25

47:25

Today’s podcast is with Shafqat Islam, President at Optimizely, who joins me to talk about a new research report they have just published called Tested to Perfection, experimentation, personalization, privacy and all things in between, including the key things that marketers should be doing more of to better engage their customers. This interview f…

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The Evolving Role of Banks in Fraud Detection and AML Compliance - with Nick Lewis of Standard Chartered Bank 30:15

1M ago30:15

30:15

Today’s guest is Nick Lewis, Managing Director for the High Risk Client Unit at Standard Chartered Bank. Nick joins today’s show to discuss the shifting landscape of fraud prevention and AML compliance in financial services. As governments increasingly shift regulatory responsibilities onto the private sector, banks find themselves at the forefront…

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[SHORT] Podcasting 101: Building Brand Awareness and Networking with Anja Lordanić Mustać 12:22

2M ago12:22

12:22

Just Start. That’s the message Anja Lordanić Mustać had for anyone procrastinating on launching their podcast. I had an awesome chat with her about why podcasting is such a game-changer for personal branding and business. We talked about: 🎙️ Overcoming the fear of starting (because yeah, you’ll suck at first, and that’s fine!) 🎙️ The crazy networki…

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Tackling Retail Crime and Loss Prevention with AI Driven Video Security - with Mike Matta of Solink 27:33

2M ago27:33

27:33

Today’s guest is Mike Matta, Co-founder and CEO of Solink. Solink is a cloud video security and analytics platform that works with your existing cameras, access controls, and operational technologies like POS and labor management, helping you modernize and improve security and operations without costly upgrades. Mike joins today’s show to discuss h…

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How UX and marketing drive better customer experiences 8:52

2M ago8:52

8:52

Episode web page: https://tinyurl.com/4txxcx83 ----------------------- In this episode of Insights Unlocked, we explore how marketing, UX, and customer experience teams can collaborate to craft impactful, data-driven strategies. Our guests—Emily Carrion, CMO at Entrepreneurs' Organization; Katie Karr, a Senior User Experience Designer at Workiva; …

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AI and Agentic Systems in Healthcare Workflow Optimization - with Ylan Kazi of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota 21:13

2M ago21:13

21:13

Today’s guest is Ylan Kazi, Chief Data and AI Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota. Ylan returns to the show to discuss the latest developments in AI adoption within healthcare. The conversation explores key obstacles, including cultural resistance, the need for an AI Hippocratic Oath, and the risks of holding AI to unrealistic standar…

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Why Red Teaming is Critical for AI Security - with Tomer Poran of ActiveFence 28:58

2M ago28:58

28:58

Today’s guest is Tomer Poran, Chief Evangelist and VP of Strategy at ActiveFence. ActiveFence is a leader in providing AI safety and security solutions that mitigate the risk of advanced GenAI systems, helping platforms detect and prevent harmful content, malicious activity, and emerging threats online. Tomer joins today’s podcast to explore the cr…

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[S03E04] Optimizing Events & Growth: Behind the Scenes of Europe’s Biggest Growth Summit with Julia Rumpf 46:38

2M ago46:38

46:38

What does it take to optimize one of Europe’s most impactful growth and digital experimentation conferences? In this episode, Julia Rumpf shares her insights into planning GMS—from curating high-impact speakers to leveraging AI and digital tools to enhance attendee experience. She reveals the intersection of digital and physical event elements, the…

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Beyond Price: The Untapped Value of Eco-Conscious Shoppers 29:34

2M ago29:34

29:34

Sustainability and health consciousness aren't just buzzwords – they're reshaping consumer loyalty in profound ways that retailers can no longer afford to ignore. My conversation with Joel Percy, Regional Director at Eagle Eye, dives deep into the striking findings from their Green Loyalty Survey that reveals just how powerfully these factors influ…

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