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So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? Here’s What It’s Really Like

As a journalist, media executive, and founder of NKA Media, Nora has lived the version of entrepreneurship that nobody posts about—the part between leaving a stable career and figuring out what comes next. Nora provides an unfiltered look at what the leap from traditional 9-to-5 to founding her startup, Mason Media, actually felt like—not just how it looks in retrospect.

Quality, Speed, and Affordability: Can We Just Have It All?

Join co-founders Eric and Brett as they discuss developing a visual identity for Smashburger and creative platform for Alibaba in less time than it takes to fill out timesheets—proving big ideas at pace isn’t just possible, it’s the future.

McBride Sisters Andrea & Robin: Journey to the Top of the Wine Industry

As co-founders of McBride Sisters Wine Company, Andréa and Robin aren't just making wine, they're dismantling the velvet rope around an industry that's kept the same people in power for a long time. Hear about what it actually takes to break into a gatekept industry, how they've built a brand with staying power, and why representation in wine isn't just good values—it's good business.

AI Applications for Business Owners

Experts from Reprise Activewear and Brooklyn Tea discuss how generative AI tools are already helping businesses democratize creativity, enhance customer service, and tackle barriers to efficiency in analytics, marketing, and more.

Hampton Water Founder Jesse Bongiovi On Running a Family Business

Hampton Water was born in 2018 when Jesse Bongiovi and his father brought on legendary French winemaker Gerard Bertrand to turn a simple idea into a legitimate bottle of rosé. Jesse talks about building a brand in his father's very long shadow, what it actually takes to earn credibility in the wine world, and why Hampton Water is betting that great rosé speaks for itself.

The Key to Creator and Creative Spaces: Representation

Join Marketing Brew, along with Janina Lundy, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Marketing and Brand Strategy at Hartbeat, Ian Schafer, President and Co-founder of Ensemble, and UTA Creators' Co-Head of Brand Partnerships, Nya-Gabriella Parchment to discover how they're revolutionizing the industry and envisioning the future of creator and creative spaces.

Founder, Jon Smith, Explains Building Out Pipeline with Social Selling

Morgan Ingram of Amp Social leads a mini social media sales bootcamp where he shares how to embrace social channels to grow pipeline at scale.

Revolution Founder & CEO Josh Deth On Creating The Best Beer

Today, Revolution is one of Chicago's most beloved independent breweries. In this episode of The CEO Series, host Will Salvi sits down with Josh to talk about what he learned on the way up, why independent brewing still matters, and what it takes to build something that actually becomes part of a city's identity.

DUDE Wipes CEO Sean Riley On His Approach To Being CEO And Building A Brand

As founder and CEO of DUDE Products, Sean has spent over a decade building a brand that's as fun to market as it is to say out loud. Sean talks about what it actually means to be a CEO when your product makes people laugh, and the creative marketing swings that built the DUDE brand.

Creating a Modern Revenue Engine

Samantha McKenna of #samsales shares what it really takes to build a modern revenue engine. From GTM strategy to sales ops and marketing alignment, Sam shares how today’s top teams accelerate growth.


Preparing Your Strategic Playbook

Hear from financial leaders who are keyed in on their defensive efforts, insulating their company from market downturns and assessing risk; learn how the offensive plays are just as critical, whether that’s finding new business opportunities, operationalizing efficiencies, and creating value.

The New Marketing Stack: Tech and Talent

Understanding which technologies have the most potential to positively impact your organization–and how to effectively integrate them–has never been more critical. This panel explores how leaders are making strategic decisions about technology adoption and implementation.

G2 CEO Godard Abel On Raising $257 MILLION and Being A 5x Entrepreneur

As a 5x entrepreneur and co-founder and CEO of G2, Godard Abel has spent his career at the intersection of software and scale. Godard talks about what keeps a serial entrepreneur hungry after back-to-back exits, the peaks and valleys of building companies for decades, and what he's still trying to prove.

Staying on Top on New AI Guidance

Privacy officers seek ways to embrace new capabilities while protecting personally identifiable information. This session outlines everything you need to know about new AI guidance and how to make sure your company complies.

rEvolution CEO John Rowady On The Sports Marketing Business

Sports marketing sounds glamorous. Building a global agency from scratch in Chicago in 2001 is a different story. Founder and CEO of rEvolution, John Rowady talks about what it takes to build a world-class sports marketing agency, and why the brands that win in sports are the ones that show up with a real strategy.

Enhancing the Online Customer Journey

Creating a seamless and engaging online experience is crucial for attracting and retaining customers. During this session, we unpack strategies for mapping and optimizing the digital customer journey, implementing AI-powered solutions, personalization, and post-purchase engagement tactics.

Vita Coco Co-Founder Mike Kirban on How They Beat Coca-Cola

As Co-Founder of Vita Coco, Mike didn't just build a company—he built an entire category. And it wasn't pretty. Supply chain nightmares, near-death moments, and going toe-to-toe with the biggest beverage giants on the planet. William Salvi sits down with Mike to unpack how a simple coconut water from Brazil became a household name, what he learned from the lowest points of his career, and what actually changes when you hand off the CEO title and step into the chairman seat.

Inventory Management in the Digital Age

The challenges of inventory management have been amplified in the e-commerce era, with supply chain disruptions adding further complexity. Hear advice from supply chain experts on advanced forecasting techniques, mitigating supply chain risks, and real-time inventory tracking.