Bot or Not: Protecting What's Human with Stu Solomon, CEO, HUMAN
From the Air Force to the frontlines of cybersecurity, HUMAN CEO Stu Solomon has built a career around one mission: protecting what’s human. In a world where AI bots increasingly outnumber people online, he joins Michael Kassan to explore how leaders can safeguard digital integrity, build trust, and lead with humanity in the next era of digital transformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Purple Reign: CEO Jim Lanzone on Yahoo’s Next Act
From Ask.com to Tinder to CBS Interactive, Jim Lanzone has spent his career redefining how we connect online. In this episode, he joins Michael to share how he’s reimagining a 30-year-old internet icon for a new era, leading Yahoo through a bold new chapter defined by innovation, trust, scale, and cultural impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Next Era of Brand-formance with Stephen Upstone, Founder + CEO, LoopMe
Stephen Upstone has spent two decades proving that AI isn’t just a tool, it’s the new operating system for brand advertising. In this episode, the LoopMe Founder and CEO joins Michael to reveal why mobile apps and gaming are marketing’s most undervalued frontiers, how the mid-funnel is becoming the next big battleground, and what it takes to turn disruption into lasting competitive advantage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Reinventing Retail, Redefining Media with Lisa Valentino, President, Best Buy Ads
From Disney to Condé Nast, Lisa Valentino has helped shape some of the most iconic media businesses. And now, as President of Best Buy Ads, she’s turning a trusted retailer into a modern media powerhouse. In this episode, Lisa and Michael unpack how scale, data, and creativity are transforming retail media, why storytelling still matters in a metrics-obsessed world, and how AI, culture, and commerce are colliding to redefine the future of media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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No Half Measures with Jordan Zimmerman, Founder & Chairman, Zimmerman Advertising
Buckle up as Jordan Zimmerman reveals how “brand-tailing,” hyperlocal precision, and AI-powered innovation fueled the rise of one of the world’s largest agencies. In this episode, Jordan proves that outcomes beat accolades and leaves listeners with actionable insights on grit, growth, and reinvention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marketing, media, entertainment and tech are intersecting and transforming faster than ever. How are its power players influencing change and navigating trends across these industries? Join Michael Kassan in the company of the strongest leaders in the industry, who are building great companies from the ground up. It’s “all good.”