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BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Hootsuite's Social Media Strategy Lead, Trish Riswick | It's ok to feel the cringeUnpopular truth? The best companies aren’t just building great products, They’re building thought leaders from within.🔥 Empowering employees to find their voice 🔥 Encouraging the C-Suite to actually show up online 🔥 Using social as a business growth engine, not just a branding toolThat’s why this BOSS interview is a must-watch.🎙️ Meet @Trish Riswick, team lead of social marketing at Hootsuite, and one of the sharpest voices out there on social strategy, employee advocacy, and the power of showing up, cringe and all.We talked about: 📍 The real re...2025-07-1013 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Soyoung Kang, CMO eos!“Why?” and “Why not?”If you’ve ever been in a meeting with Soyoung Kang, CMO eos Products, those are the two questions you’ll hear most.That curiosity has powered her unconventional career:📍 From management consulting📍 To retail merchandising📍 To building one of the most beloved beauty brands in the worldIn this new BOSS interview, we finally got to have the conversation we’ve been meaning to have for years, after connecting on social and running into each other at events.What we covered:🔥 Her 3-part career journey, and how each stage built diffe...2025-05-2711 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Chris Schmicker, Head of Marketing at Shop - Your career doesn't have to be a straight line Your career doesn’t have to be a straight line. In fact… the best ones rarely are. 👏Chris Schmicker's journey proves it.📍 Editorial ➡️ revenue-driving marketing📍 Legacy media ➡️ growth tech📍 B2B ➡️ B2C📍 And yes, Honolulu ➡️ NYCNow?He’s Head of Marketing for Shop (Shopify’s consumer platform)🔥 A few takeaways from this new BOSS interview:✅ “Being flexible and agile in your career is a virtue, not a vice.”✅ “Your job title doesn’t define your transferable skills.”✅ “When you start a new role, do 100 one-on-ones in your first 100 days.”✅ “B2B and B2C aren’t separate anymore. Peop...2025-05-0610 min
A Public AffairBonnie Raitt Day
Fifty years ago today, on April 29, 1975, Bonnie Raitt gave a benefit concert with Mose Allison for WORT at the Capitol City Theatre in downtown Madison. This was a major event in the history of our station. On today’s very special edition of A Public Affair, WORT’s Production Coordinator Aaron Scholz is behind the mic to explain why. In addition to a special message from Bonnie Raitt, we hear four interviews with folks who helped coordinate the benefit show, were at the show, or were involved with WORT before we went on the air over...2025-04-2953 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanI didn't think it was POSSIBLE but Christian Muche, Co-Founder of Possible is back on BOSS“You’re watching BOSS with Ali Levitan because if you’re not learning from the boldest leaders out there… you’re falling behind.”—Christian Muche, Co-Founder of POSSIBLEOnly two people have ever returned to BOSS for a second interview.The first? Lauren Birnbaum, one of TikTok’s earliest U.S. hires.The second? Christian Muche.Why?Because what he’s building with POSSIBLE is more than a conference.It’s a business accelerator for the entire marketing ecosystem.Here’s w...2025-04-1710 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Erica Lockheimer, LinkedIn's former VP Engineering and now Founder & CEO of HumanizeHer made the leap from corporate into entrepreneurship“How did I make that decision? I’ll tell you, it was scary as hell.”That’s how Erica Lockheimer, LinkedIn's former VP Engineering and now Founder & CEO of HumanizeHer, described her leap from corporate leadership into entrepreneurship.We talked about the fear, the courage, and the mindset shift it takes to bet on yourself, build a movement, and create impact.💡 Why she left LinkedIn after 13+ years💡 How she built a global community of women in tech💡 Why “If you don’t ask, the answer is always...2025-03-1910 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanWhoa, there's something much bigger here in my BOSS interview with Dave Gerhardt, Founder Exit FiveI'm writing this description about my new BOSS guest, Dave Gerhardt, Founder Exit Five, while making my coffee, and I expect this post to go nuts.Prove me right!👉 ❤️ Follow me, Ali Levitan, for more BOSS conversations on marketing & sales insights, driving revenue like a BOSS, and finding my dream job in 2025 🚀2025-03-0411 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanYou won’t believe this…Becca, LinkedIn’s #1 female creator in sales and marketing, is on BOSSYou won’t believe this… Becca Chambers ✨ LinkedIn’s #1 female creator in sales and marketing, just joined me on BOSS, and she’s getting 4 MILLION impressions a month. 🤯 And she’s giving Gary Vee a run for his money Oh, and she loves talking about her ADHD. Let’s go as I release the FULL BOSS conversation here today! This conversation blew my mind. Becca is unapologetically real, insanely smart, and the kind of person who makes you want to drop what you’re doing and start building your LinkedIn voice toda...2025-01-2612 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanContent is Queen. 👑 Lauren Birnbaum, TikTok's Head of Partnerships is BACK on BOSSContent is Queen. 👑 Lauren from TikTok is BACK on BOSS. We’re talking content, creators, and what brands still get wrong about TikTok. Plus, her bold predictions for 2025. 🔥Let’s go! 🚀When Lauren Birnbaum, TikTok’s Head of Partnerships, first came on BOSS, her episode quickly became one of the most downloaded ever.She joined TikTok as one of the first 10 employees in the U.S. while interviewing at 8 months pregnant—and hasn’t slowed down since. 💥Now she’s back with even bigger insights:📈 Why content is still King—but good content is everything.⚡️...2025-01-0711 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanMeet Aneesh Lal, the Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn—packed with lessons you’ll want to steal.Meet the Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn—packed with lessons you’ll want to steal.Aneesh is reshaping the game for creators in the B2B space, turning LinkedIn into a goldmine for brand deals.💡 Here’s the wake-up call:If you’re not leveraging LinkedIn to build your brand and close deals, you’re leaving money on the table.In my latest BOSS interview, Aneesh reveals how he went from a cushy six-figure job to creating a movement that’s bringing in $150K a month in LinkedIn brand deals for creators.📌 W...2024-12-0311 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanHow Hilary Smith, EVP at NBCU, went from crafting comms headlines to creating social impact Here’s how Hilary Smith, EVP at NBCUniversal, went from crafting comms headlines to creating social impact through storytelling and a bold career move.I just sat down with her on BOSS, and her journey blew me away.We talked about how she went from launching PR campaigns and hit TV shows to leading CSR initiatives that empower underserved communities. Spoiler: her story is packed with lessons you’ll want to steal.Why this interview is a MUST-watch:1️⃣ How starting in corporate comms set her up to lead with empathy and purpose...2024-11-1912 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Cheria Young - Ever wish work felt more meaningful or fun?Ever wish work felt more meaningful and fun?In this episode of BOSS, Cheria Young—founder of Grow There—shares her inspiring journey and mission to transform how we work. From her days as a professional singer to Director of Innovation at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and VP of Culture + Experience at Known, Cheria brings a unique perspective on aligning culture, purpose, and even fun to drive real growth. Huge thanks to [@RossMartin] for the introduction that made this inspiring convo happen!What you’ll get from this episode:How to build a compan...2024-11-0112 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Lululemon's Anne Wintroub, Head of Social Impact & Engagement Are YOU Ready to be a Catalyst for Change? If YOU want to understand how to truly lead in the worlds of social impact, mental health, and DEI, then YOU can’t miss this episode of BOSS with Anne Wintroub, Head of Social Impact & Engagement at Lululemon.This isn’t just another interview—it’s YOUR blueprint for driving real, impactful change in any organization. Anne reveals exactly how YOU can leverage empathy, influence, and purpose to be the leader who makes a difference.In this BOSS interview, Anne dives deep into: The fu...2024-10-0811 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Bill, former CMO/CRO at Slack, Zendesk, and Salesforce 🚨 New BOSS episode alert! 🚨🎙️ I’m thrilled to sit down with Bill Macaitis, a "business nerd" turned powerhouse CMO and CRO who’s helped scale companies like Slack, Zendesk, and Salesforce. He’s now on a mission to help marketers level up with his latest venture: SaaS CMO Pro—a new platform designed to give marketers the insights they need to master go-to-market strategies and drive impact. 💡In this fast-paced 10-minute episode, we dive into:Building relationships with recruiters, VCs, and networks to create your own luck.Why thought leadership and social selling are crucial for today’s le...2024-09-2608 min
BOSS by Ali Levitan🎧 New BOSS Episode: Frank Jung—From CAA Powerhouse to FMC Visionary 🎧In this episode of BOSS, I sit down with Frank Jung, the mastermind behind Franchise Media Collective (FMC) and a former leader at CAA. Frank shares his journey from representing top talent at CAA to creating FMC, a curated, data-driven community for media and tech professionals.We explore:The untapped opportunities Frank identified in media and tech. 🚀The crucial role of long-term relationships in driving business success. 🤝The future of work, including the rise of fractional C-suite roles. 🔮Frank's insights are invaluable for any leader aiming to stay ahead in a fast-evolving industry. Plus, we dive into...2024-09-0411 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanFrom MTV to IAB to Media Advisory: Scott Schiller on Media Mastery and Career GrowthIn this can't-miss episode of BOSS, we sit down with Scott Schiller, a media visionary and the original founder of the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB). With a career spanning MTV, NBCU, S350 Media Advisors, and beyond, Scott shares his unparalleled insights and experiences that have shaped the media and entertainment industry.🚀 What You’ll Learn:Scott's Career Principles: Discover the guiding principles that have driven Scott's success: curiosity, fun, community, results, and self-improvement.Pivotal Career Moments: Hear the story behind the creation of the IAB and how it transformed digital advertising.Advice for Future Bosse...2024-08-0811 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Ad Council's SVP Development, Rocco Pallatto🔥 New BOSS Episode Alert! 🔥 Just dropped an insightful and fun episode with Rocco Pallatto, SVP of Development at Ad Council 🎙️Rocco's journey from dreaming of being a rock star to driving impactful social campaigns is nothing short of inspiring. 🎸✨Key Highlights:☑ Work Ethic & Gratitude: "You have to have a strong work ethic and be dedicated to being the best at whatever job you're given."☑ People Matter: "Many of my past bosses are now friends and mentors. They know my strengths and weaknesses better than I do."☑ AI Trends: "We a...2024-07-2410 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Roblox's VP Global Brand Partnerships, Stephanie Latham🚨 New BOSS Episode Alert! 🚨 Hey Podcast fam! I just had an amazing conversation with Stephanie Latham, Roblox's VP Global Brand Partnerships 🚀We dove into her journey from teaching kindergarten to heading to Ogilvy to Barbarian to Global Partnerships at Meta to leading global brand partnerships at Roblox. Stephanie dropped some serious wisdom on consumer behavior, leadership, and career growth that you don't want to miss:✨ "You can't ignore consumer behavior. Early movers might have a bumpy start..but they end up with a competitive advantage."✨ "Authentic leadership is so important. Being yourself help...2024-07-0910 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Seth Matlins, MD, Forbes CMO Network Excited to share my latest BOSS episode featuring Seth Matlins, Managing Director of the Forbes CMO Network! We met at the POSSIBLE Conference in Miami, and his insights are pure gold for marketers and leaders alike. 🎤✨🔑 Highlights:"The majority of CEOs and CFOs have no marketing background... They think they understand marketing simply because they've been marketed to, but they do not." Seth's take on the disconnect between executives and marketing."Marketing's job is to sell, no matter what you're selling, whether it's yourself or an idea, product or a service..." A powerf...2024-06-0711 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS: Rising Stars with Erick Dominguez, GA Account Director and Sales Super Star Hey friends! After countless requests, I’m thrilled to finally introduce my first very special "Rising Star" episode of BOSS 🎙️✨ Meet Erick Dominguez, General Assembly Account Director who has been making an impact at GA for over five years (and we used to work together!)👋 We met back in August 2019 when Eric joined GA. I'm a huge Erick fan and his passion for technology, sales, and helping others is truly inspiring.🎧 In this episode, we dive into Erick's journey:His love for technology sparked by his older brother 💻2024-05-2810 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Jason Schulweis, the new Chief Commercial Officer at The Female Quotient, TFQ🎙️ Welcome to this week's BOSS with Jason Schulweis, the new Chief Commercial Officer at The Female Quotient. With a remarkable career trajectory through Deep Focus, Yahoo, Thrillist, Live Nation Entertainment, MediaLink, and Morning Brew, Jason is now poised to leverage his strategic partnerships expertise in a role that promotes gender equality across industries.🎤 With over 435,000 LinkedIn followers and a total audience of over 4 million across all social platforms, including Shelley Zalis's, The Female Quotient is uniquely positioned through its content and community to make a significant impact. Jason is enthusiastic about this growth and paying it forwa...2024-05-0210 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Ross, B2B Agency CEO, content wizard, author, and creator with 40K+ LinkedIn followers🎧 "Ross, welcome to Boss." Yes, it rhymes, and yes, Ross Simmonds, the CEO content wizard behind B2B Marketing success has 40K LinkedIn followers and is going to be one of those interviews that sticks with you.📘 In this episode, Ross unveils insights from his brand new book, "Create Once, Distribute Forever," teaching us how powerful and perpetual well-crafted content can be.💡 What's Inside:🧠 The undervalued power of content in shaping our experiences.🌐 How Ross’s love for the internet funded his education and led him to dominate the B2B...2024-04-2612 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Leah Meranus, CEO of dentsu X, N. America, as we talk AI and more Guess who dropped by BOSS? Leah Meranus, the "accidental media agency" boss and now CEO of dentsu X, N. America! Dive into Leah's unexpected journey from a marketing enthusiast to a top executive, navigating through plot twists and pivotal moments. Discover how embracing the unforeseen led her to the helm of dentsu X and her insights on the transformative impact of AI in our professional lives. Leah shares her guiding principle: "Escape to where the puck is going," offering valuable advice for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving world. Tune in to explore Leah's story of unexpected paths, adaptation...2024-04-1010 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Christian Muche, the CEO and visionary taking Miami Beach by storm with POSSIBLE!Join Ali Levitan as she chats with Christian Muche, CEO of POSSIBLE, about revolutionizing the event landscape through innovative digital and human connections. Discover Christian's journey from tech giant to event pioneer, and why POSSIBLE is the must-experience event in Miami Beach this April. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to elevate their marketing and event strategies today.#BOSSSeries #MarketingInnovation2024-04-0410 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with David Cohen, the CEO of the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB)David Spills on what's shaking up the digital world: "The pandemic pushed digital evolution into overdrive.. and it's never been the same." He's not just talking about the boom in e-commerce or how every brand suddenly got serious about its online presence. It's bigger. "AI, streaming, privacy, measurement, sustainability" and it's not stopping there. "We've got this upswell around third-party cookie deprecation and privacy implications. How do we prep as an industry? It's super dynamic."2024-04-0211 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanUnlocking AI: Insights & Practical Tips from Barak Turovsky, Cisco's Innovation VisionaryWelcome to BOSS - the executive interview series that keeps you learning and ahead of the curve! In this episode, host Ali Levitan sits down with Barak Turovsky, the visionary driving AI innovation at Cisco. Discover the transformative power of AI for businesses and individuals as Barak shares invaluable insights and strategies for staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape. Tune in now to gain a competitive edge in the world of artificial intelligence and learn why it's crucial to "ChatGPT your competition before your competition ChatGPTs you"! 🎙️✨#AI #Business #Innovation #Leadership #BOSSPodcast #Cisco #ArtificialIntelligence #Transformation #TopPodcast #ListenN2024-02-2711 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Tiffany Moore, the powerhouse SVP at CTA—the brains behind CES!Hey, BOSS listeners! Ready to join the tech party? Tiffany Moore, the powerhouse SVP at CTA, and the brains behind CES 2024, shares all the juicy deets in this epic podcast episode. From mind-blowing tech trends (think digital health and AI everywhere!) to her passion for civility in Congress among policy-makers, we're covering it all.Picture this: Tiffany spills on CES discoveries, serendipitous encounters with legends like Stevie Wonder, and why CES is a reunion for tech enthusiasts. Plus, get the lowdown on women crushing it in innovation—spoiler alert: they're total rock stars!Tiffany also di...2024-01-2412 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with NBCUniversal's SVP, Monica Williams, on AI & transformation The incredible Monica Williams, SVP at NBCU, joins us on BOSS, straight from CES. We explore her journey, from raising her hand for opportunities to the transformative power of GenAI.Monica shares insights on trusting your network, forming a personal board of directors, and the need for business transformation. Brace yourself for a tech revolution as Monica describes how AI is set to "shape and shake" the way we work. Plus, get a glimpse into her awe for her kids and her heartfelt passion for supporting children with ADHD and creating that community.Join us...2024-01-1809 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Justin Hochberg, CEO at VBG, transforming Forever 21 and Barbie on RobloxIn this BOSS episode, Justin Hochberg, CEO of Virtual Brand Group, reveals how he transformed major brands like Forever 21 and Barbie into virtual powerhouses on platforms like Roblox. Join us as Justin explores the endless possibilities of the Metaverse, digital currency, and why brands can't afford to ignore this digital revolution. According to Justin, 600 million people in Gen Z and Gen Alpha buy products this way every month. Plus, a recent study said 79% of kids for the holidays want video games or video game-related items with 39% of that wanting game currency. Tune in for a glimpse into the future...2023-12-1911 min
Kino oder CouchTimothée Chalamet zeigt endlich was er kann
Ein Film voller Details, wunderbarer Songs, die die Geschichte weitererzählen und einem Timothée Chalamet, der endlich zeigt, was er kann. Natürlich ist die Rede von „Wonka“, der Steven ganz begeistert hat. Tim war auch im Kino und hat sich 2 ½ Stunden die Liebesbeziehung zwischen Napoleon und seiner Frau Joséphine angeguckt. Nebenbei gab es bei den beiden aber auch Weltuntergangsstimmung, aufgrund von „Leave the World Behind“, dem neuem Netflix-Film, mit Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke und Mahershala Ali in den Hauptrollen. Und dann gibt es natürlich noch reichlich Tratsch bei den Gossip Boys, sowie Glückwünsche an Sandra Hüller...2023-12-141h 02
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Matt Wurst, CMO, "Keep making non-crappy content" 🎙️ "In this era of content overload, we're swimming in the sea of crap. Thanks to you, Ali, and our network, let's rise above it. Keep making non-crappy content that stands out," advises Matt Wurst on BOSS. Join us for executive-level insights, witty banter, and a commitment to excellence. #BossPodcast #NonCrappyContent #ExecutiveExcellence #Content #CMO #Marketing 2023-11-2810 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Ben Relles: A Journey from YouTube to AI CreativityBOSS welcomes Ben Relles, a successful entrepreneur with a rich career spanning from a successful YouTuber to working with Reid Hoffman on AI projects. In this engaging exchange, Relles shares his journey, understanding and insights on the creator economy, his experience at YouTube, his passion project 'Good to Vote', his thoughts on AI and creativity, and advice for the BOSS audiences. Relles envisions his future at the intersection of AI and creativity, contributing to streamlining people's businesses. 2023-11-0708 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Josh Golden, CMO at Quad & Former President of Ad AgeJoin Ali in a lively "BOSS" episode as she chats with Josh Golden, the marketing guru & CMO with a sense of humor. From a jet fuel leak at CES to starting JetFuel together with other industry leaders to inspire the next generation, their journey is anything but ordinary. Josh shares valuable insights on brand transformation, the power of brilliant teams, and his career evolution as a recycling production assistant to the President of AdAge to CMO at Quad, a publicly traded company.Discover Josh's secret to success, a unique blend of resiliency, mentorship, and embracing challenges. Laugh along as...2023-10-3109 min
The Exit Interview with Kim RittbergFrom Banking to Media to Startups & How to Leverage “Social Selling”: Ali LevitanAre you doing “social selling”? Ever made a huge pivot or dream of it? Master networker Ali Levitan shifted from investment banking to TV to being a global growth executive driving multi-million B2B revenue deals. We're talking about the importance of social selling which means leveraging content to directly grow leads. Plus she shares her journey into thought leadership and building her personal brand through her podcast and LinkedIn executive interview series ‘Boss.’Ali offers awesome advice on career and life success and the importance of following your passions.
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BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Stephanie Miles, AARP's SVP, Membership Lifecycle Management Join us for another insightful BOSS conversation with Stephanie Miles, SVP of Membership Lifecycle Management at AARP. Discover how she climbed the corporate ladder, gained a leadership position at a renowned nonprofit organization, and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Whether you're a college student or an aspiring executive, this interview provides essential career wisdom you won't want to miss. Tune in to elevate your career aspirations with BOSS! 💼🌟 #CareerSuccess #LeadershipInsights #BOSSInterviews2023-10-2409 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Rembrandt Flores, Co-Founder 8Commas | Investor | Advisor | Flip Join me as I talk Web3, cryptocurrency, AI, and more with Rembrandt Flores, Advisor, Investor, Co-Founder of 8Commas, and champion of Flip (the social e-commerce app). Don't miss our story about the Oscar after-party at Prince's House, trends that you should be keeping your eye on, and how to network like a BOSS. This is a BOSS episode that you just can't miss.2023-10-1711 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Michelle Sneed, Founder A Few Good Women & Former Tyler Perry Studios Executive 🚀 Brace yourself for a game-changing BOSS podcast episode featuring Michelle Sneed, the visionary Founder & CEO of A Few Good Women Productions and former Tyler Perry Studios Executive. Step into her extraordinary journey from a love of teaching to entertainment, witness her mission to reshape the narrative in diverse storytelling, and get ready to ignite your own path to success. Don't just listen – take action! Share, engage, and join us in building a future where diverse voices thrive in the entertainment world. #BOSSPodcast #DiverseStorytelling #Networking #Leadership🔥2023-10-0311 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with P&G's Jenny Su, Director of R&D - Gillette Division Don't miss this BOSS interview with Jenny Su, a trailblazing leader at Procter & Gamble! From intern to director, Jenny's insights are pure gold. Unleash your potential, build trust-based leadership, and supercharge your career now! Listen to the podcast and transform your future today2023-09-2609 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Rachel Krupa, Founder Goods Mart & Krupa ConsultingIn this BOSS #TBT episode with Rachel Krupa, Founder of the Goods Mart & Krupa Consulting, we grab a snack and take a trip down memory lane as we dive into the world of PR, startups, and building connections that last over two decades. From MTV's Power Girls to founding the Goods Mart, Rachel's journey is nothing short of inspiring.Discover how she transformed her passion for food and wellness into a thriving business that's making waves in New York City, hotels, and even corporate pantries!2023-09-2109 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Aria Finger, Chief of Staff, Reid Hoffman and Former CEO DoSomething.org Join me for an electrifying BOSS interview with Aria Finger, where she shares her incredible journey from DoSomething.org to collaborating with Silicon Valley legend Reid Hoffman as his Chief of Staff. Aria's insights on networking, AI's transformative power, and work-life balance are a must-listen. Discover her advice for young professionals and her call to support criminal justice reform. Tune in now and be inspired!2023-09-1912 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Peter Fader, Wharton's Marketing Professor from October 2020Remember when school was all virtual? Catch my #TBT BOSS interview with Wharton's Marketing Professor, Peter Fader, to hear our conversation from October 2020 when The Wharton School was fully virtual. Peter shares his expertise on adapting to the rapidly changing landscape of work, marketing, and leadership during the tumultuous year that was 2020. Discover the importance of curiosity, resourcefulness, and creativity in navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by the COVID-19 crisis. Professor Fader also discusses the role of data analytics in shaping the future of businesses and the need for a more agile and innovative mindset in leadership. Listen...2023-09-1409 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with The New York Times' Guy Griggs, VP National Sales Get ready for an electrifying BOSS interview! Join Ali as she sits down with Guy Griggs, VP National Sales, New York Times Advertising. In this dynamic conversation, Guy shares his secrets to success, emphasizing integrity, networking, and the importance of grit in his journey. Discover the latest trends in advertising and gain valuable insights for your career.Don't miss this powerful episode and gain inspiration from Guy's remarkable career. Listen now!2023-09-1211 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with The Wall Street Journal's VP of Marketing Strategy, Reema RaoIn this empowering episode of BOSS, we unlock the treasure trove of leadership wisdom with Reema Rao, Vice President of Marketing and Subscription Strategy at The Wall Street Journal. Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of a trailblazing executive, uncovering the secrets to success, resilience, and meaningful impact. Reema's journey unfolds with tales of her role in launching HBO Max and driving the monumental success of Game of Thrones. Through her diverse experiences in tech, media, financial services, fashion, and beauty, Reema shares in less than 10 minutes how she's championed digital transformation and fueled growth in every...2023-09-0509 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Google's Trina Maynes, Seasoned HR Business LeaderTrina and I met almost 20 years ago at Viacom where she was my incredible HR business partner. She's since had amazing experiences at Nike, Calvin Klein, and now Google. We talk about finding career champions who will speak up for you in rooms that you're not in, following your passions, and how LinkedIn is your friend. We also talk about how AI and machine learning are going to be game changers in terms of how work gets done. Did you hit play yet on this 11 minute episode?2023-08-0811 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Global Citizen's Head of Global Broadcast & Original Content, Lee RolontzWe talk about Lee's amazing role at Global Citizen, her first production ever that was in China with the group Wham! (George Michael), as well as our time together at VH1 where Lee and her team created quite a few memorable franchises from Hip Hop Honors to the Do Something Awards to recreating Divas. We also talk about good mentors and bad mentors and how change creates opportunity.2023-08-0110 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Pattie Sellers, Co-Founder of Fortune Magazine's Most Powerful Women, former Fortune Editor, and Co-CEO SellersEastonMedia This BOSS #TBT episode is with Pattie Sellers, the Co-Founder of Fortune Magazine's Most Powerful Women event, former Fortune Editor, and Co-CEO SellersEastonMedia. We talk about interviewing risk takers, world changers, and rule breakers as well as her dinner with Kamala Harris in 2013.2023-07-2709 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with The Adecco Group's CEO for One Month US winner, AJ McBride Thrilled to have AJ McBride on BOSS today as she's a senior at Baylor University and the winner of The Adecco Group's CEO for One Month US competition from 27,000 amazing student applications.We talk about how she grew up as a missionary kid in the Middle East working with refugee camps and non-profits, what it feels like to be the "CEO for One Month" winner, the importance of paying attention in accounting class for board room conversations, showcasing stories of people taking different career paths, TikTok, and finding a BOSS intern!2023-07-2510 min
AWS for Software Companies PodcastEp013: Empowering Data-Driven Marketing Teams with AdPredictiveAdPredictive’s Ali Levitan, EVP of Business Development & Growth, and Laura Crossley, VP of Experience, join us to discuss how AdPredictive’s partnership with AWS Clean Rooms is empowering marketing teams with data-driven tools. Topics Include:Introduction to Ali Levitan & Laura CrossleySolving the big problems for MarketersThe challenges marketers are facing in current environmentThe partnership of AWS Clean Rooms and AdPredictiveUse Cases and Success StoriesExpanding the power of data to non-technical marketing teamsOvercoming challenges throughout the integrationInnovating and staying focusedAdvice for other software leadersAdPredictive is passionate about supporting marketersAccessing the AdPredictive solutionInterview wrap upFree...2023-07-2517 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Wells Fargo SVP & Head of Comms, Sukhi SahniIn this #TBT BOSS episode I interview the incredible Sukhi Sahni, SVP & Head of Communications at Wells Fargo. We talk about how "We have to pave the path forward for future leaders" and how "Some of it was luck. Some of it was just knowing the right people at the right time. A lot of my early decisioning was tied to what my visa status was so I'm very open about that." We also talk about being thoughtful about how we work and paving a path for where the future needs to be as well as taking care of...2023-07-2009 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Entrepreneur Magazine writer & Business Development Consultant Terry RicePlease welcome Terry Rice to BOSS. Terry is Entrepreneur Magazine's staff writer, Business Development Consultant, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, and someone you MUST Follow on LinkedIn for daily updates and advice. I love that Terry has been watching BOSS on LinkedIn for the past 3 years and I'm thrilled to have him on the show now that it's also a podcast.We talk about finding work that you're excited about (beyond just corporate jobs at Facebook, Adobe and more) and creating your own opportunities as well as changing the context to do the same work and get paid more. We also...2023-07-1810 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Capital One's Lauren Liss, SVP In this #TBT BOSS episode I interview Lauren Liss, my very first mom friend and Capital One's Managing VP (she's now an SVP!) for Premium Products, Rewards and Partnerships, and a total BOSS! She speaks to the importance of honesty and transparency and shares a very personal story and experience with pregnancy loss. "It can feel incredibly isolating and I think a lot of women suffer silently at their desks, at their office, and alone." I love how Lauren is encouraging dialogue and encouraging support!!!! This is a must watch2023-07-1309 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Jeremy Flynn, Clear Channel Outdoor's SVP Data Products & StrategyMy next BOSS guest, Jeremy Flynn, Clear Channel Outdoor's SVP Data Products & Strategy, talks about solving big problems, making out of home more data driven, trying new innovative solutions, the importance of happiness, and his earlier career in startups.We met IRL this January at CES with Dan Levi, Clear Channel's CMO. I'm thrilled to share that Clear Channel Outdoor is a launch partner for AdPredictive's 360° Customer Visualization Solution with unique insights powered by the new AWS Clean Rooms. We talk about how it's critical for brands and advertisers to be able to use their first party data in a p...2023-07-1110 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #TBT with Nextdoor's Stephanie Lawrence, Head of Agency DevelopmentThis #TBT BOSS episode is with the incredible Stephanie Lawrence, Nextdoor's Head of Agency Development! Stephanie's career also spans roles at Pinterest, Viacom (shout out Viacom alumni!), Brand Networks, Microsoft, Starcom, MEC and more. How did Stephanie get to where she is today? "Many many long days and nights in the digital industry."2023-06-2909 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with TikTok's Head of Partnerships and the 3rd US employee, Lauren Birnbaum This week's BOSS features TikTok's Head of Partnerships who also happens to be my neighbor. We talk about taking that LinkedIn cold call, building relationships, taking risks, and stressing less. Lauren was only the 3rd employee in NY and 10th employee in the US at TikTok! Lauren was almost 8 months pregnant when she interviewed. Plus, when should I let my kids get their own TikTok? Go download the episode now2023-06-2709 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS #throwbackthursday with Ryan Harwood, CEO at Gallery Media Group (PureWow & ONE37pm)Today's #throwbackthursday episode is with Ryan Harwood!BOSS fans please welcome Ryan Harwood, CEO of Gallery Media Group, Founder of PureWow, Dad of 2 young kids, former Goldman Sachs, and fellow University of Pennsylvania grad! Go Quakers.Find out how Ryan became in charge of his own destiny and pivoted careers. You'll hear Ryan speak about the importance of high EQ, kindness, empathy, and being your own true self.You don't want to miss his job tips if you're looking for a new opportunity.Did you hit play yet? Do it!Gary Vaynerchuk #boss #thisis2020 #empatheticleadership #leadership #findyourpurpose2023-06-2209 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Nadya Okamoto, Period Power Author & Co-Founder August Welcome Nadya Okamoto, Co-Founder of August and Period Power Author to BOSS! We just reconnected at the Fortune MPW NextGen event and I knew that I had to have her on BOSS. I also owe her a huge thank you as she also convinced me to turn the LinkedIn series into a podcast!We talk about being a founder in her teens and 20s, employee heart checks, humility about what she doesn't know, destigmatizing periods, launching at Target, and overall startup culture."I started my career when I was 16.. and started building a nonprofit called Period that was really focused...2023-06-2010 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS - Throwback Thursday with the Bonin Bough, Group Black's Co-Founder & Chief Strategy OfficerThis Throwback Thursday episode is with the incredible Bonin Bough, Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, Group Black. I first interviewed Bonin for BOSS in 2020 when he was the CGO of Triller and former CDO at PepsiCo, Mondelēz International, Interpublic Group (IPG) executive takes on BOSS! Bonin believes in investing in people and he collects hard copies of Harvard Business Review! "The Mark of a great number 1 is where their number 2 goes to lead!" AND "I would pay to be 6!" We touch on politics. It's election time. GO VOTE NOW! "When I was 36 years old, I was the oldest C-level executive o...2023-06-1509 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS: *NEW* with Susan McPherson, connector, angel investor, founder, and authorHuge thank you to Fortune Most Powerful Women NextGen event for finally bringing me together IRL with my incredible #BOSS guest, Susan McPherson.Susan is a serial connector, angel investor, and Founder who runs McPherson Strategies, a social impact communications firm that is B-Corp certified and works along Fortune500 companies, NGOs, and social enterprises. Susan founded "Don't Ban Equality" in 2019 alongside the ACLU, the Center for Reproductive Rights and Planned Parenthood as a platform for companies to come and learn and engage with other companies."We know power is in numbers...We're coming up on one year when the Supreme...2023-06-1211 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS Throwback Thursday with Sarah Iooss, Head of Sales at Twitch from 2021Throwback Thursday from 2 years ago:BOSS is thrilled to welcome Sarah Iooss, Head of Sales, America at Twitch (Part of Amazon Advertising now)! We met at Viacom and became close friends when stranded at the airport during a CES trip with Michael Saperstein, Josh Golden, and Paul Kontonis.Sarah was a first mover in #digitaltransformation "I immersed completely in digital media and have loved every second of it watching all of the biggest changes occur""I got a call from my current boss, Walker Jacobs, about a role at Twitch. I thought I was going back to a gaming company...2023-06-0809 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Paul Canetti, Founder & Professor at Columbia Business School - June '23Welcome to BOSS Paul Canetti, Founder & Professor at Columbia Business School (Tech & Product focus). I first met Paul during my time at General Assembly when he made me and my clients (i.e. L'Oréal Jessica McGiff-Drapiza Ana Melara) smarter in the tech, product, and UX space. "The thing I always really find myself wanting to do when it comes to tech and my career since then is try to figure out what is that next thing that's on the bleeding edge and how can I help other companies sort of get there to take advantage of it. If I'm p...2023-06-0612 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Lola Bakare, CMO Advisor & LinkedIn Top Voice in Marketing & Advertising - taped 2022As we get ready for Cannes '23, I'm thrilled to share this conversation with Lola right after Cannes '22BOSS is thrilled to welcome & LinkedIn Top Voice in Marketing & Advertising '22! She's fresh off of her first Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity experience and bringing these incredible insights straight to you...."The content creation creator theme is something that we're going to see so much more of.""I really made this transition from passionate frontline practitioner to thought leader, thought sparker, guide, and content creator on all things marketing, particularly inclusive marketing and marketing leadership.""If you get a...2023-06-0512 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Dylan Huey, Gen Z Founder & Influencer Club at USCI met my next BOSS guest IRL at #ces2023 at an amazing dinner hosted by Ben Relles. Dylan Huey is a Gen Z Founder and Content Creator with 1 Million Followers AND my youngest BOSS guest to date. He's also a University of Southern California student and runs the first and only influencer club at USC that has expanded to UCLA, LMU, Chapman and Duke (University of Pennsylvania friends let's get on this!) Dylan started his content creation when he was getting bullied in middle school. "I wanted to show other people that there are others that relate to them....I...2023-06-0111 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Kim Rittberg, Host of "Mom's Exit Interview" Podcast & FounderPlease welcome my friend, Kim Rittberg, Founder of Henry Street Media, LLC, Host of "Mom's Exit Interview" Podcast, University of Pennsylvania alumni, and award winning video strategist Featured in Business Insider and others to BOSS! Kim launched the digital video unit for Us Weekly and also worked on branded content at POPSUGAR and Netflix. "This was the nascent days of digital and I knew it. I smelled it. I was like I want in. If I don't get into digital now, I'm going to miss the boat...I really aggressively pursued moving into digital media""I host a podcast called "...2023-06-0110 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS with Katy Stover, Founder & CEO at HigherPeopleBOSS welcomes Katy Stover, my friend and former General Assembly colleague and now the Founder/CEO of HigherPeople to BOSS! HigherPeople helps other companies strategically Recruit, Reskill, and Retain Talent, primarily EdTech companies. Huge shout out to all of the GA alumni that Katy just saw at the ASU+GSV Summit conference and all of the alumni that we worked with for so many years...Also a shout out to some of our favorite clients, including Suzanne Mulder "Startups are always so wild because when you're in them..it's intense and in a lot of ways chaotic but also beautiful...2023-05-3012 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS Flashback Friday interview with Carla Hassan, former CMO Citi and now CMO JPMorgan ChaseThis is a Flashback Friday BOSS from 2021 as Carla is now the CMO at JPMorgan Chase....BOSS is super excited to welcome Carla Zakhem-Hassan, CMO at Citi, to the show! Carla has had an incredible career history with roles at Toys"R"Us, PepsiCo, and Kellogg Company. We originally met at CES 2017, the year that CES failed to include any women keynotes. Thank you Leslie Berland for pulling together an incredible #HereWeAre event that year that included Kimberly Bryant, Linda Boff, Morgan DeBaun, Myrna Soto, Kara Swisher, and Padmasaree Warrior."I have a 13 year old daughter. I always talk to...2023-05-2609 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS interview with Norman de Greve, CMO at CVS Health in 2022Today's BOSS from 2022 features the CMO of CVS Health, Norman de Greve (He. Him. His.). Thank you to Michelle Peluso & Carissa Falzarano for making the introduction. CVS has been a lifesaver for me and my family during covid from vaccine & flu shots to free pharmacy delivery to hand sanitizer and halloween candy. "I've seen the evolution of this company from a corner drugstore to what's now the 4th largest company in America and the biggest healthcare company in America."Speaking about work during Covid: "It's been a lot of work but it's also been kind of rewarding to feel...2023-05-2509 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS Interview with Rose Stuckey Kirk, Verizon's Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer and Marketing Executive -2022 Please welcome Rose Stuckey Kirk, Verizon's Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer and Marketing Executive to BOSS. Rose started her career in journalism. "I was trained in this way of thinking about who, what, where, how, and why. When you think about that with every issue that you take on, you're sort of solving problems in interesting ways. You're thinking about who your customer is, what the issue is, what has to be done, what is your responsibility....I think a lot about how we simplify the problems that we're solving in business...." "I think the way we show up...2023-05-2511 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS interview with Evan Shapiro, Media Universe Cartographer - May 2023BOSS fans, this is an exciting episode. I'm thrilled to welcome Evan Shapiro, Media Universe Cartographer, after meeting him at CES through a curated executive dinner hosted by Ben Relles."Given the rate of change in media over the last 30 years.. if you try to plan everything in a truly regimented way you're going to be surprised and disappointed...""Investing time, investing money, and most especially investing risk/skin the game, putting yourself out there, promoting yourself, building a brand for yourself that isn't just self promotion but is actually a brand.. I think it's been proven over the...2023-05-2513 min
BOSS by Ali LevitanBOSS interview with Donna Sharp, MD at MediaLink - May 2023BOSS is super excited to welcome Donna Sharp, Managing Director at MediaLink, who leads Marketing Transformation with the Fortune500 to identify the right people, process, partners, and platforms. I loved meeting her this year at CES."One of the magical things about working in this industry, particularly as someone coming straight out of college, is that your proximity to changing media channels and platforms can make you extremely valuable and strategic even as a new junior member of the team."You'll hear about her career history including a move to China with Mars Wrigley. Me: "How do you get...2023-05-2411 min
Storytelling SagaModern FamilyAli discusses the long-running family mockumentary series, Modern Family, created by Steven Levitan and Christopher Lloyd. She shares how she got into the show, scenes that always make her laugh, favorite emotional moments and episodes with clever storytelling methods, plus her thoughts on the series finale.2020-05-111h 10
Madison in the SixtiesBest of Madison History Podcast, vol. 1
Muhammad Ali comes to town, and Bobby Knight turns us down .. two dancing nudes are bad news for the UW … and a block party becomes a three-night riot.
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