This week, Lee-Ann Johnstone welcomes Alanas Ivšinas, iGaming Affiliate Marketing Expert, to the Affiliate Marketing Podcast for an insightful deep-dive into what truly makes partnerships thrive in one of the most competitive sectors of affiliate marketing.
With over a decade of experience working across both sides of the table - from affiliate networks to major operators like GG Media Group - Alanas brings a rare perspective on deal-making, negotiation psychology, and the art of building lasting commercial relationships.
Whether you're struggling with partner retention, looking to structure better deals, or want to understand how industry veterans navigate complex negotiations, this episode delivers actionable wisdom from someone who's seen it all. Essential listening for affiliate managers, network professionals, and anyone serious about elevating their partnership game.
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Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[05:40] The essential elements that separate successful partnerships from costly failures.
[10:20] A detailed breakdown of a streaming deal gone wrong and the expensive lessons learned
[21:52] Industry trends including Google updates, AI impact, and what's coming next for affiliate partnerships.
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