The Speed of Culture Podcast

In this episode of The Speed of Culture Podcast, Matt Britton sits down with Beth Wood, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Principal Financial Group. Beth shares her insights on navigating financial services, the role of grit in leadership, and Principal's unique approach to brand-building through empathy and expertise.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Beth Wood on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Paul Basford, US President and Managing Director of William Grant & Sons. Paul shares insights into driving growth, navigating shifts in consumer behavior, and embracing premiumization across William Grant’s portfolio of high-end spirits.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Paul Basford on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Amy Martin-Ziegenfuss, Chief Marketing Officer at Carnival Cruise Lines. Amy shares insights into how Carnival successfully navigated the post-pandemic travel surge, the brand's approach to customer segmentation, and how they tap into the creator economy to bring their onboard experiences to life.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Amy Martin-Ziegenfuss on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Gail Hollander, Chief Marketing Officer at The J.M. Smucker Company. Gail discusses the importance of understanding cultural truths, how to remain relevant in a fast-evolving CPG landscape, and the art of balancing short-term wins with long-term brand equity.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Gail Hollander on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton talks with Tom Gargiulo, Chief Marketing Officer at BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition. Tom shares the challenges of competing in the sports hydration market, how AI reshapes the brand’s strategies, and what it takes to build a winning team in the industry. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Tom Gargiulo on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Julia Goldin, Chief Product & Marketing Officer at the LEGO Group. Julia shares how LEGO ignites creativity in both children and adults, discusses the brand’s exciting partnerships with global icons like Pharrell Williams, and highlights LEGO’s dedication to diversity and inclusion. Plus, she gives an inside scoop on the much-anticipated LEGO Movie set to release on October 11th!Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Julia Goldin on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com