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Reflecting on 22 Years of Growth and Leadership with Misty Klobucher

2026/04/16

In her final episode of Marketing Sweats, Misty Klobucher looks back on 22 years at Simantel and the lessons learned along the way.

Building a Foundation for the Future with Jim Simantel

2025/11/13

Simantel founder Jim Simantel shares how one bold vision built an agency rooted in creativity, community and lasting relationships. Tune in to our 100th episode to hear the story that started it all.

People-first Leadership with Tim Leesman

2025/11/03

Misty sits down with Simantel co-owner and principal Tim Leesman to talk leadership, partnership and growth, honoring the agency’s roots and the power of strong client relationships.

Championing Diversity in Production with Q Holmes

2025/10/27

Q Holmes highlights how diversity, authenticity and cultural relevance make stories resonate, and how he’s pushing production and leadership forward.

Driving Valuable Outcomes Through AI with Miki Velemirovich

2025/10/13

AI is reshaping marketing, but many organizations struggle to use it effectively. Miki Velemirovich explains why projects fail, the difference between assistants and agents and how leaders can focus on outcomes to create real business impact.

Unlocking Organizational Health with Susan Reising

2025/09/29

Organizational health isn’t just a buzzword. Susan Reising explains how aligning teams, managing change and shaping culture strengthens leaders and brands, and how her new role at Simantel enhances the value the agency delivers to clients.

Strategic Foresight and Futures Thinking with Dan Eizans

2025/09/15

From systems thinking to scenario planning, Dan Eizans explains how future-focused strategy can help brands proactively prepare for what’s next.

The Power of Appreciated Branding with Reid Holmes

2025/08/25

Reid Holmes shares his approach to “Appreciated Branding” — creating work that resonates by solving bigger human problems. He brings fresh insight on creativity, collaboration and building brands that truly connect.

Helping Students Navigate Life After School with Marc Supreme

2025/08/04

Marc Supreme shares how "D@mn, I Graduate in May!” empowers students with post-graduation readiness, mentorship and real-world tools for success beyond high school.

A New Chapter for Bradley University with President James Shadid

2025/07/21

Bradley University’s 13th president, James Shadid, sits down with Misty to talk leadership and his vision for the future of the university — one rooted in collaboration, community and purpose.

Redefining Storytelling Through AI Innovation with Nik Kleverov

2025/07/07

Curious how technology is reshaping the creative process? In this episode we chat with Nik Kleverov about innovation, iteration and what happens when bold ideas meet cutting-edge tools.

A Look at Simantel's First Market Research Report with Jason Brown

2025/04/07

In this episode of Marketing Sweats, Misty chats with Jason Brown, insights director at Simantel, about our latest research report: Problem-solving Through Partnerships. Spoiler: Strong, long-term partnerships matter more than flashy campaigns.

Marketing Law: How We Cover Our Legal Bases with Joe Rosenbaum

2024/11/04

In this episode of Marketing Sweats, Simantel owners Misty and Tim sit down with advertising lawyer Joe Rosenbaum as he reveals his approach to marketing law and how he continues to avoid litigation with all his clients.

Your One-Way Ticket to a Client’s Shortlist and Agency Growth with Lisa Colantuono

2024/10/28

Join Misty to analyze agency growth and new-client relationships from an outside perspective with agency search consultant and AAR Partners President, Lisa Colantuono.

Taking Awkward Politics out of Executive Facilitation with Tim Leake

2024/10/21

In this episode of Marketing Sweats, listen to executive facilitation expert Tim Leake explore the hidden powers of workshops and the importance of making them fun.