DIGITAL MARKETING & PR PODCAST
Welcome to Marketing News Canada, the podcast exploring how marketing happens across Canada.
Produced by Canada’s largest marketing conference series, SocialNext, we feature candid conversations with marketers, founders, and thought leaders, recorded both live at our events and through one-on-one interviews across the country.
From bold campaigns to community-driven brands, every episode celebrates the ideas, people, and stories shaping Canadian marketing.
Jeff Adamson (SkipTheDishes and Neo Financial)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Jeff Adamson. Jeff is the Co-Founder of SkipTheDishes and Neo Financial. Listen here.
Eric Lebowitz (Critical Mention)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Eric Lebowitz, Vice President of Marketing at Critical Mention. Listen here.
Sean Tyson (Quietly Media Inc.)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Sean Tyson was interviewed. He is the Chief Executive Officer at Quietly Media Inc. Over the past eleven years, Sean has led global marketing initiatives for an array of globally known brands. Listen here.
Braden Hoeppner (Herschel Supply Co.)
Darian chats with Senior Vice President of Marketing for Herschel Supply, Braden Hoeppner. You’ve probably seen their backpacks around town before.
Allan Kambeitz (Best Buy)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Allan Kambeitz, the Category Officer for Computing and Digital Imaging at Best Buy Canada. Listen here.
Will Cady (Reddit)
Will Cady is the head of creative strategy at Reddit and locates homes for brands within Reddit’s diverse communities. Learn more about Will Cady.
Karla Laird (Better Business Bureau)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Karla Laird from the Better Business Bureau. The Better Business Bureau is a not-for-profit organization, funded almost entirely by the dues provided by the local BBB Accredited Businesses. Listen here.
Jonah Berger (The Catalyst)
Jonah Berger is a Marketing Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, an internationally bestselling author, and a world-renowned expert on change.
Zayn Jaffer (Best Buy)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Zayn Jaffer. He is the Category Officer, Home Theatre, Smart Home, & Emerging Business at Best Buy Canada. Listen here.
Tristan Lee (Google)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Tristan Lee. He is the SMB Marketing Lead at Google. As the SMB Marketing Lead at Google, Tristan’s primary focus is on many aspects of marketing relating to small to medium sized businesses. Read more.
Libby Begg, David Brown, and Chris Powell (The Message)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Libby Begg, David Brown, and Chris Powell from The Message. Listen to the epsiode now!
Tabatha Bull (CCAB)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Tabatha Bull, the President & CEO at the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
Jamie Gargatsougias (YouTube)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Jamie Gargatsouguas, she is the Head of YouTube Brand and Sales Strategy at Google. Jamie is a person who sees opportunities in advertising in YouTube and she sees the possibility for growth from creators. Listen here.
Polly Tracey (Best Buy)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Polly Tracey, VP of Communications and Public Affairs for Best Buy Canada. Read more.
Geoff Atkinson (Huckabuy)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Geoff Atkinson from Huckabuy. He's a highly skilled marketer with years of experience.
Justin Manning (Health & Wellness Planning)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Marlon Murr interviews Justin Manning, a vegan financial advisor from Langley, BC. Justin is a devoted vegan, and with this being said, he decided to make veganism part of his brand identity. Listen here.
Anton Shulke (SEM Rush)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Anton Shulke was interviewed. He is the Head of Influencer Marketing (SEO & PPC) at SEMrush. Listen here.
Emma Brooks (Wattpad)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Emma Brooks, Head of Marketing at Wattpad. Wattpad is a platform that allows users to not only read stories but also engage with them. Listen here.
Katie Schaeffers (O2E Brands)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Katie Schaeffers. Katie is the Director of Marketing for O2E Brands. Read more.
Jason Barnard (Kalicube)
On this episode of Marketing News Canada, Darian Kovacs interviews Jason Barnard. He is the founder and CEO of Kalicube. Listen to the episode!