In episode 42 of Creator Economy Live, hosts Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan sit down with powerhouse influencer and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Victoria Garrick Browne. From battling mental health struggles as a Division 1 athlete to skyrocketing to influencer fame, Victoria opens up about her inspiring journey.   This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert.    🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW):  Keith: DeMarcus Sawn: https://www.tiktok.com/@artbydemarcusshawn?lang=en  Brendan: Ross (Corporate Bro): https://www.linkedin.com/in/corporatebro/  Victoria: Max Browne: https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmaxbrowne%2F%3Fhl%3Den&is_from_rle    👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)    Keith: Guild - employed by Fortune 1000 companies to manage their education assistance benefits: https://guild.com/  Brendan: K18: https://www.k18hair.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOopiMKXQuKXhxwx1Z3RxLb6bxxz8QMogVsU3zPfQz5AZoiNNBDdw   Victoria: Rare Beauty: https://www.rarebeauty.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoraTpKJCfKlTbO8a6bgt7-5U62sbHhEoDg5O1e8yjUCugJ39hWI

Keith & Brendan talk with finance influencer Humphrey Yang running through his meteoric rise from a financial advisor to a social media powerhouse, the secret behind his multi-platform growth, and what brands get wrong when working with creators.  This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert.    🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW) Keith: Logan Moffitt’s cucumber craze: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/08/15/tiktok-cucumber-boy-viral-recipes/74802440007/  Brendan: Haley Welch, Hawk Tuah Girl: https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fhay_welch%2F%3Fhl%3Den&is_from_rle   Humphrey: https://www.youtube.com/@isaaccarlton    👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)    Keith: https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/away-debuts-influencer-heavy-campaign-film-promote-soft-shell-product-line/1880300   Brendan: Brent Underwood - Kickstarter: Board Game: https://www.board-game.co.uk/product/my-fathers-work-kickstarter-edition/?srsltid=AfmBOory5pUFMWoT0cl44g34GnOBcv34CJxyx6v6kP_wNg9LJt3W-cRj   Humphrey: Cirkul - a brand of water bottles that allow users to add flavor to their water with flavor cartridges, also known as Sips: https://drinkcirkul.com/pages/why-cirkul#:~:text=Cirkul's%20innovative%20bottle%20allows%20you,turn%20of%20the%20flavor%20dial.      Sign up to our newsletter  This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas 4  5 February 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.   https://creatoreconomylive.com/

In this episode of Creator Economy Live, hosts Keith and Brendan chat with Danielle Ito, the influencer marketing lead at Notion, about her diverse experience in creator partnerships across brands like Taco Bell and Madison Reed. They deep dive into influencer marketing on LinkedIn as well as how affiliate marketing is integrating into creator marketing.  As always, we cover the latest industry news, including the FTC’s crackdown on fake followers and TikTok’s growing dominance in video marketing. Plus, discover the top creators and brands of the week. Tune in for insights and trends shaping the creator economy.    👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW):  Silk https://silk.com/   Outerknown:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEGBX2eVe5w   Joe and The Juice https://content.joejuice.com/campaigns/nick-kyrgios     🐄 Our Creators of the Week (COW):   FOSTERTALK https://www.readfostertalk.com/   CR7Studios7 https://www.youtube.com/c/CR7Studios7   @hannahchody https://www.instagram.com/hannahchody/?hl=en    This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on February 4-5 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

In this episode of Creator Economy Live, Keith and Brendan welcome Lia Haberman, a leading voice in the creator economy and founder/author of ICYMI newsletter. Fresh from attending the first ever White House Creator Economy Conference Lia shares her takeaways and gives us a peek into the conversations that took place. Lia also dives into her impressive career from big brand activations, to the academic side of the creator economy.   🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):   Joel Bervell  MatPat  Theo Von  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):   Dunkin’ x Artists Equity  Vegas Sphere  Patrick Ta  This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on February 4-5 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

ICYMI, last week Keith and Brendan were joined by Nadya Okamoto, co-Founder of August, to record the second live edition of the podcast, in partnership with Creator Economy NYC.    Nadya is a force to be reckoned with in the creator economy. At just 25 years old, she's is founder of multiple companies, she has run for public office, AND amassed millions of followers across various platforms. Safe to say, this conversation blew us away. As a self-described "geriatric Gen Z," Nadya leverages her social media savvy to grow both her personal brand and her business. In the conversation, Nadya shares invaluable insights on how she scaled her brand using content creation and how social is feeding more and more into the political landscape.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW): Skibidi ToiletIlona MaherNara Smith 👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):   Kamala HarrisPublicis

On this week's episode of Creator Economy Live, Keith and Brendan are joined by a household name in social medial marketing, Jack Appleby.  Jack shares his journey from a college basketball player to a leading social media strategist. He offers valuable advice for aspiring B2B creators, discusses the most impactful platform for his work and what the future holds for brands using influencer marketing. Jack also reveals which of his posts garnered the most support and how he started his content creation journey on LinkedIn and with Future Social. Before Jack jumps in, as always, Keith and Brendan dive into the news, discussing whether we’re witnessing "The End of Peak Creator." They examine the shift towards niche influencers, TikTok’s explosion of micro-celebrities, and the changing landscape of mainstream media.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):   Timmc (@timmchiusano)  Sam Salem (@samuelsleeves)  Frankie Gaw ( @littlefatboyfrankie)  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):   L’Oréal  UPS Store

This week, we have another special guest appearance alongside Brendan and Keith: Steph Martin, an influencer marketing veteran with extensive experience in fintech, healthcare, DTC, and consumer goods industries. Steph has led influencer marketing for renowned brands such as Hims & Hers and ThirdLove and is the SF chapter ambassador for Women in Influencer Marketing.  Steph shares her journey from traditional PR to leading influencer programs on the brand side. She discusses the evolution of influencer marketing, from its early "wild west" days to a more data-driven, strategic approach. Steph also offers insights into current industry challenges, the importance of creative freedom, and the ethical considerations brands and influencers must navigate.  As always, Brendan and Keith catch up on industry news. Topics include the debate over the value of a well-designed Instagram feed, Walmart's first-ever Creator Upfronts in LA, and the latest features being tested by Meta and Instagram. They also provide a VidCon recap, highlighting the maturing ecosystem and the growing interest in LinkedIn as a platform for creators.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):  Fidias Panayiotou (@ fidias0)  Ruben Hassid (@ rubenhassid)  Caroline Stern (@carolinemstern)  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):  Piece of Cake Moving & StorageZyn  Shipt This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert.  Sign up to our newsletter: https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on Febuary 4-5 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

From glasses of rosé to insightful sessions, tune in to hear what Keith and Brendan got up to at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. One thing that couldn’t be ignored at the festival was how creators are becoming more and more integral in the advertising landscape.    They highlight the growth of social-first and creator-first brands and the increasing presence of major platforms like Pinterest, Snapchat, and TikTok at industry events. The conversation touches on the challenges brands face in measuring the ROI of influencer marketing and the potential role of AI in content personalization and scaling. They also explore the significance of retail media networks and their convergence with the creator economy, suggesting that retail-driven influencer content will become increasingly important.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):  Alix Earle (@alix_earle)  Brandon Marshall (@b_marshall)  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):  Spotify, LinkedIn, Yahoo  Pinterest

This week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast, we have another special guest appearance alongside Brendan and Keith, Nathan Jun Poekert, CMO Advisor and Executive Consultant for his company JUN. For those unfamiliar, Nathan has an impressive background, having served as Head of Social Media, Content, and Digital for American Eagle, and as Global Communications Director for BMW.  Nathan shares his journey from agency roles to brand leadership and eventually consulting. He discusses his evolution in influencer marketing, his rise as a LinkedIn influencer, and offers insights on pushing social media teams to innovate and meet benchmarks.  As always, Brendan and Keith catch up on industry news. Topics include Instagram's shift in algorithm focus to post share rates, tips on posting longer Reels, and the latest features Instagram is testing. They also discuss the challenges new creators face on saturated platforms and the need for incentives to keep them engaged.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):  Camille Moore (@camille.moore_)  Brett (@brettdash_)  Oren John  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):  Hellmann’s: "Mayo Mani" campaign  Whoop  Jacquemus

This week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast, we have an exciting episode featuring Brendan and Keith, with a special guest appearance by Matt Fantazier, who runs Integrated Media at Kenvue. For those unfamiliar, Kenvue is the new consumer business spun off from Johnson & Johnson, and it includes household brands like Neutrogena, Tylenol, and Listerine.  Matt shares his journey through the major transition from J&J to Kenvue, his experiences in integrated media, and the evolving role of creators in today's brand ecosystems. Discover how influencer marketing has shifted from mere explanations to becoming a crucial part of brand strategies.  Before we dive into our conversation with Matt, Brendan and Keith break down the top stories in the industry, including Meta’s NewFronts push, TikTok's premium ad options, and the significant rise in CTV advertising.   🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):    Intellectual Influencers   Tom Goodwin (tomfgoodwin)  Caitlin Campbell (@cc_unsilenced)  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW)  Target (@target)  RSVLTS (@rsvlts)  MBL (@mbl_official_)

This week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast, we have a very special guest alongside Brendan and Keith, CMO of Rare Beauty, Katie Welch. She has been named Glossy’s Top Marketeer in 2022 and has been vital in the meteoric rise of Rare Beauty, the beauty products company founded by superstar musician and actress Selena Gomez.  Katie shares her journey from agency to brand side, looking into the comparisons between traditional and creator-founded brands and the challenges facing influencer marketing agencies. From discussions on the state of influencer marketing agencies to the complexities of the $21 billion influencer industry, this episode provides a comprehensive exploration of the current landscape and what lies ahead for creators, brands, agencies and marketers.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):    Dermatologist Dr. Muneeb Shah (@doctorly) —better known to his 18 million TikTok followers as “DermDoctor”—has released a research-backed skincare brand called Remedy.  Pedro the Racoon (@dailydancing_racoon)   Claire Saffitz (@csaffiz) and Cedric & Edith (@thcedlife)  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW)  Seed Health (@seed)   In n Out (@innout)   Poppi (@drinkpoppi)

Join us this week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast as Keith and Brendan sit down with Ben Relles, a true titan of digital innovation. From his early days of comedy at YouTube to his groundbreaking innovations in content strategy at Reid Hoffman, Ben's journey is one of unparalleled influence.  We explore the latest in the TikTok saga, from legislative maneuvers to ByteDance's looming deadline. Plus, dive into AirChat, the hot new app blending Twitter and Clubhouse dynamics.  We also get into Ben’s current work with Reid Hoffman and what the future of the creator economy looks like with the influence of AI.  🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):  Olayemi (lie) Olurin (@msolurin) - Lawyer, activist, and YouTube creator Olayemi Olurin recently joined New York City Mayor Eric Adams on The Breakfast Club to discuss contentious issues like homelessness and incarceration in NYC, deemed by some as a pivotal interview. On her channel "Olurinatti," she offers analysis and hosts discussions spanning topics from affirmative action to the 2024 election.  Reid Hoffman (@reidhoffman) - Ben Relles worked with Reid Hoffman to recently unveil an AI iteration of Reid, utilizing a custom GPT model trained on his extensive body of work to generate lifelike responses. This innovative technology, crafted by Hour One and ElevenLabs, impresses with its human-like gestures and intonation, marking a significant step in bridging the Uncanny Valley gap.  Almost Friday - (@ almostfriday.tv) - Almost Friday is a media company known for managing popular social media accounts. Originating as a set of Instagram profiles, it rapidly gained traction for its relatable content in weekend culture, sports, music, and character-driven comedy. With a network of over 3.5 million followers, their brands like Friday Beers, Almost Friday, and others collectively garner hundreds of millions of monthly impressions.    👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):  John Deere (@johndeere) - They are hiring a “Chief Tractor Officer” for $200k to launch their TikTok channel (Jen Hartmann - PR & Enterprise Social))  Dude Wipes (@dudewipes) – They recently trended globally on Twitter, sponsored F1, made it to Bain’s insurgent brands list, and are gearing up for their inaugural national campaign – their momentum is undeniable. A special nod to Greg Baroth, their social media guru, credited for much of their success; their witty sponsorships and playful jabs at brands like Taco Bell and Chipotle are garnering attention and yielding results.

Tune in to this week's episode of the Creator Economy Live podcast, where hosts Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan are joined by Jasmine Enberg, the esteemed creator economy analyst from eMarketer. Gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape as Jasmine shares her journey and perspectives since entering the industry.  Explore the latest industry developments, from the ongoing Instagram Vs YouTube ad revenue discussion to the increasing role of AI within the creator economy. Additionally, discover LinkedIn's recent venture into short-form vertical video and uncover innovative B2B marketing strategies reshaping the platform.    🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):  - Cynthia Huang Wang (@cynthiamhuang) - Beauty & Lifestyle creator sharing life in SF as a corporate girlie, with past experiences at RealReal and Eat Just.  - Swagdog697 - Dachshund on rooftop in Brooklyn playing keyboard set to music, with the same footage repurposed over and over to different songs, boasting 435k followers on IG.  - Aerithgirl - A "niche tea lady" with 320,000 followers on TikTok.  👏 Brand of the Week (BOW):  - April Fools' standout brands including Dunkin, Duolingo, 7-Eleven, and Oura.  - Athletic Brewing – the non-alcoholic beer that tastes just like... beer.  - Kiehl’s, for bringing brand trips back to the conversation.  This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to ⁠hello@linqia.com⁠ to speak with an influencer expert. Sign up to our newsletter:  ⁠https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter⁠ This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on February 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

This week on the Creator Economy Live Podcast, we explore the intersections of creativity, influence, and innovation. Your hosts, Keith Bendes and Brendan Gahan, are joined by the former Head of Social at Ryanair, Michael Corcoran, now Managing Partner of Frankly. Dive into the essence of influencer marketing on LinkedIn with Brendan’s groundbreaking venture, Creator Authority, and get the inside scoop on the latest buzz, including the ongoing TikTok saga, MrBeast's Amazon collaboration, and more. Join us as Michael talks us through his pivotal role in redefining Ryan Air's social media strategy, to his ambitious venture with Frankly, aiming to reshape the advertising world. Learn from our discussion on the cultural differences in advertising strategies between Europe and the US, as we explore how the right digital strategy can elevate a brand's journey! 🐄 Creators of the Week (COW): Shelby Lattimore, the innovative third-grade teacher who revolutionized financial education in the classroom. Jon Ronson, the acclaimed author, speaker, and documentarian, whose insightful exploration of public shaming in the digital age offers a timely reflection on the complexities of online culture. Ben Gallagher, the strategic mind behind Luxe Collective's success, stepping up as CEO with a vision to redefine luxury branding in the social age. 👏 Brands of the Week (BOW): Best Cereal by the Watchmen, the breakout sensation in the breakfast aisle, selling over 100k boxes in just two weeks with its unique blend of taste and storytelling. Liquid Death X ELF, for their bold collaboration on Corpse Paint makeup, merging hydration with high fashion in a campaign that's as refreshing as it is rebellious. Specsavers, for their eye-catching campaigns that prove the power of humor and relatability in brand communication, and a special nod to Tinder for its innovative approach to engaging users. This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert. Sign up to our newsletter:  https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on Febuary 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

Join us in this week’s episode of Creator Economy Live as we uncover the story of Brent Underwood, the visionary breathing new life into Cerro Gordo, a ghost town with a haunting history of silver mining and wild western lore. With a combined following of 5 million, Brent's cinematic storytelling has captured the imagination of millions, leading to a book deal that promises to reveal even more about his quest at the edge of Death Valley. We also break records with the Streamer Awards, dive deep into the rise of PRIME's success, and navigate the fine line between initial traction and lasting success. Plus, don't miss our insightful discussion with Brent about the origins of his YouTube channel, the art of storytelling that keeps viewers hooked, his approach to community building, and the monetization strategies that have made Ghost Town Living a phenomenon! 🐄 Creators of the Week (COW): - @alexisanddean - Brent’s book 'Ghost Town Living' and dailydancing_Racoon - Heavy d sparks 👏 Brands of the Week (BOW): - Reddit's groundbreaking deal - Uncle Nearest Whiskey's success story - The unconventional charm of Black Sheep (Frog balls)

In this eye-opening episode of Creator Economy Live, we’re joined by special guest Shayna Macklin, Fractional CMO at Rainbow Shops. Shayna unveils the threads of her success in weaving a vibrant creator practice and a buzzing full-production studio. We're peeling back the layers of MrBeast's TIME cover fame, exploring OpenAI’s groundbreaking Sora, and dissecting Snapchat's fresh campaign stance. Plus, don't miss our candid chat on the shifting sands of influencer marketing as we step into 2024, where the blend of storytelling, brand integration, and community engagement promises to redefine influence.    🐄 Creators of the Week (COW):     Corporate Natalie - known for her insightful takes on the corporate grind.    Humphrey Yang - the master explainer of complex economic concepts in digestible bits.    Kristen Hollingshaus (@hauskris) - who shines with her unique blend of creativity and digital storytelling.    👏 Brands of the Week (BOW):     OpenAI - captures our imagination this week with its trailblazing technologies    Ridge - receives a creative boost from Marques Brownlee who joins as Executive Board Member, Equity Investor, and Chief Creative Partner    Celestial Seasonings - brings comfort and warmth to our cups, proving that brands can be both innovative and nurturing.  This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert. Sign up to our newsletter:  https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on February 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

This episode we’re joined by Lisa Chudnofsky, Chief Brand Officer at The Vitamin Shoppe, to discuss how the retailer leverages creators to elevate the brand, the role employees and personal play in campaigns as well as long-term ambassador relationships. PLUS; we dissect the touchdowns, fumbles, thrills, and spills of the Superbowl...and more importantly the role of creators in the marketing frenzy that surrounds the big game.    🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW):  John Allen – aka Mr Ballen – a former Navy Seal and True Crime YouTuber who founded the MrBallen Foundation, a nonprofit that awards honor grants of up to $25,000 to organizations supporting victims of violent crimes and their families.    Mike Diva – Director and YouTuber who did a Super Bowl commercial for DoorDash.     Jennifer Welch, Angie Pumps Sullivan – hosts of the ‘I’ve Had It’ podcast who make you feel you want to jump in and talk to them. Relatable, hilarious content which is super progressive and provides amazing entertainment.    👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)  CeraVe – A brand that shows it really knows how to leverage creators and infiltrate culture through its hilarious Super Bowl campaign. really understands how to leverage creators and infiltrate culture    Dunkin’ - Delivered an awesome Super Bowl ad with the right blend of nostalgia, celebrity and humor.    Poppi – Fun brand with great ideas deserve a mention for the #bringsodaback campaign as well as imaginative brand activations and an awesome Super Bowl ad This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert. Sign up to our newsletter:  https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on Febuary 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy

This episode we’re joined by Mary Katherine (MK) Woltz who is Director of Media Connections at Danone (Motherbrand to household names inc. Evian, Oikos, Activia etc), to talk about the rise of retail media. We discuss MK's career journey from influencer marketing to retail media and how the two fields overlap, as well as the rising trend of retail media and social partnerships. Tune in to learn what the retail media boom may mean for brands, retailers and creators alike. 🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW): School of Astonishing Pursuits – our very own Brendan Gahan has launched a course in partnership with Jason Bagley as part of the School of Astonishing Pursuits – the course aims to make sense of the chaos that is social and will cover topics including: developing a content strategy, career advice, frameworks and more   Creative Explained - the ‘Dave Grohl of plants’ creates fast-paced videos teaching hacks, tips and tricks, usually by yelling a whole bunch of knowledge on screen with swish and swoosh sound effects   Antony Hopkins - Hollywood legend runs an amazing TikTok page and deserves a shoutout!     👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)   Bud Light - announced partnership with true brand advocate and controversial comedian Shane Gillis who currently boasts the largest podcast on Patreon.   Atria Books - the publisher sponsored Marc Sebastian’s 18-day voyage aboard Royal Caribbean’s nine-month “Ultimate World Cruise,” which has amassed more than 500 million views on TikTok.   Silk - Recently ran the Plenty Good challenge to encourage plant based consumption through an interesting range of creators and celebrities This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert. Sign up to our newsletter:  https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on Febuary 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

This episode was recorded live at Creator Economy Live in Las Vegas. Keith and Brendan took to the stage with Lilly Briger Senior Lead of Creator Partnerships for Barbie & Dolls at Mattel to discuss THE campaign of 2023 and the run-up to ‘B-Day’. Lilly shares her learnings on creator partnerships, awareness vs perception, maximizing budgets as well as the differences in media vs product marketing.   🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW):  Sisa Quispe (@sisa_quispe) - An Indigenous woman of the Quechua Aymara tribe who shares content about preservation in native ways.  MatPat – game theorist and big YouTuber who has elevated YouTube with thoughtful content and storytelling.  Chris Corsini – Prominent YouTube astrologer who shares (scarily accurate) monthly horoscopes and monetizes his community via an interesting subscription model.  👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)  Pop-Tarts – The viral stunt at the end of the Pop-Tart Bowl likely provided more media value for the brand than the whole investment in the game itself.  AllTrails – Popular hiking trail app launched into ChatGPT making it even easier to source and create trails.   Sephora – the ’teen and tween takeover’ - as seen on TikTok - is a testament to marketing (albeit terrifying) how they have managed to capture the hearts and minds of teens.  This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award-winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert.  Sign up to our newsletter:  https://creatoreconomylive.com/newsletter This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on Febuary 3-5 2025 for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.

Get ready for a new year of Creator Economy Live! Our first guest for 2024 is Sean Kim, President and Chief Product Officer at Kajabi. From TikTok to Kajabi, Sean has been at the forefront of creator monetization. Tune in as they discuss the future of the creator middle class, the biggest opportunities for monetization, and how Kajabi is supporting creators. PLUS; the decline of ad revenue, the rise of direct fan monetization and big 2024 predictions. 🐄 Our Creators Of the Week (COW):  MrBeast + Chucky Appleby - teamed up with to launch ViewStats, a database of YouTube channel analytics.  Jack Appleby – newsletter Future Social covers alot of intersection social media <> advertising. Has alot of unique and hot takes.  Colin and Samir – Podcast creators who cover really relevant news on what is trending in the space.     👏 Our Brands Of the Week (BOW)  Albertsons – launched "Survive in a Grocery Store" in partnership with MrBeast. The episode features a contestant who wins $10,000 for each day he lives inside a Safeway store, provided he also chooses $10,000 worth of products to give to a local charity.  Kajabi – launched a whole host of new products including Kajabi payments and Creator Studio (launching next month!) an AI tool which helps creators build out their whole marketing funnel This episode is sponsored by Linqia, the #1 influencer marketing partner for the world's leading brands. Having executed over 3,000 campaigns for more than 650 brands, Linqia combines technology powered by Google Vision AI with award winning service to deliver measurable influencer results. Go to linqia.com or send a note to hello@linqia.com to speak with an influencer expert.  Sign up to our newsletter:   This podcast is brought to you by the biggest event for influencer marketers in the US Creator Economy Live! Join Keith and Brendan live and in person as well as 100s of brands in Vegas on January 17th for lively conversation and debate about everything in the world of influencer marketing and the creator economy.