South African Digital Marketing Podcast

This episode is a recording of the live session I hosted at the Digital Marketing Conference last week.Joining me on the stage were my guests:Lisa Aspeling is a marketing and content strategist, and serial entrepreneur who helps founders turn bold ideas into brands with soul. She’s built Anago Marketing, The Murder Mystery Guide, Flower Café and most recently Founders Café — and is known for mixing sharp strategy with unforgettable storytelling.Jonathan Liebenberg built an 8 figure SEO agency in his 20s. He sold it to Woww - a Seal Team of 40 digital experts, working with over 500 brands worldwide. As Woww's;s Head of Business Development - Jonty is on a mission to create jobs, grow businesses, and ensure South Africa claims its stake in the AI gold rush.Michelle Geere is CEO of Adbot, turning solo marketers into giant slayers with AI-powered Google Ads automation. She's on a mission to prove that the right technologydoesn't replace people—it makes small teams unstoppable.The four us discussed how modern digital marketers need to think about channels, content and clients in world were AI is shaking up how and why we do the work.For more conversations like this one, subscribe to SA Digital Marketing Podcast and follow me on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-mentor/

"You've got to drive your own bus"In this episode, I chatted to Tracey-Lee Zürcher-Campbell who is Head of Marketing at Payflex. She also trains up and coming marketers while ALSO regularly speaking at conferences around the country.How does she manage to do all of that while leading an agile marketing team in a rapidly growing business? Well, that’s exactly what we get into in this episode!Follow Tracey-Lee on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-lee-z%C3%BCrcher-campbell-86531712/For more conversations like this one, subscribe to SA Digital Marketing Podcast and follow me on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-mentor/

In this episode, I chatted to Natalie Druion, the Executive Head of Conversations for the Momentum group. If you're wondering why you’ve never heard of that job title before, it’s because Natalie is the first person in the country to have it!So in this episode we get into exactly what a Executive Head of Conversations does, how she got the role and how to manage organisational change without bumping your head too many times.You can connect with Natalie on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliedruion/Please subscribe to podcast wherever you listen, and follow me on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-mentor/

"If you have the right attitude, it doesn't matter what qualification you have"In this episode of the SA Digital Marketing Podcast, I spoke to Bronwyn Pretorius, CMO of Ackermans.We discussed her career journey, working for brands with a purpose, managing an extensive and diverse team and the importance of a positive attitude.Follow Bronwyn on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bronwyn-pretorius-cm-sa-a3627527For more conversations like this one, subscribe to SA Digital Marketing Podcast and follow me on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-mentor/

In this episode, I chatted to Dylan Bosman - Director of Marketing of BluLever Education.We discussed his career growth from Marketing Manager to Director, managing internal perceptions of marketing and the importance of conscientiousness, humility, and a consistent work ethic for aspiring marketing leaders.Follow Dylan on Linkedin hereFor more conversations like this one, subscribe to SA Digital Marketing Podcast and follow me on Linkedin here

In this first episode of Season 3, I chatted to Miguel Netto, Head of Marketing at Bootlegger.We spoke about the realities of leading a marketing team in a fast-paced environment, the importance of a strong foundational strategy and how to stay agile while planning ahead.Follow Miguel on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-netto-00b1b086/Follow me on Linkedin for more SA Digital Marketing Podcast content:https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-mentor

In this final episode of season 2, I spoke to James MacDonald - the founder of Silience Digital.We chatted about why anyone in their right mind would want to start an agency, the difficulties of growth, and how to maintain "the unspoken act of everyday excellence".Follow James and find out more about Silience Digital here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmacdonald123https://siliencedigital.com

This episode features Justine Nienaber, the co-founder of Punkystarfish Digital Agency. Justine and I discuss the people who can impact a digital marketing agency and how to foster positive working relationships. We also chat about Justine's five key trends that digital marketers should be aware of in 2025.Follow Justine on Linkedin here.Follow Punkystarfish Digital Agency hereWant to make my day? Simply subscribe, rate or leave a review for this podcast wherever you get it!Send your questions, thoughts and opinions to podcast@tmdigital.co.za