Advertise on podcast: AdTech Heroes - Interviews with Advertising Technology Executives

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, recorded live at Amazon Unboxed in San Francisco, Jon Wallett welcomes Liz Joyce, Senior Product Marketing Lead - Technical at Amazon, and Amalia Fatone, Head of Retail Media at Witailer. They discuss how AI is taking retail media from reporting to activation, from agentic workflows and MCP integrations to human-led strategy and creative that goes beyond price. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, recorded live at Amazon Unboxed, Jon Wallett welcomes Jason O'Toole, EVP, Head of Commerce and Retail Media at Dentsu. They discuss how agentic AI, including the newly launched Amazon Ads Agent, is transforming the way agencies plan and activate campaigns, from keeping humans in the loop to custom audiences, identity, and conversational AI shopping. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Raman Khanna, VP of Addressable Investment at Omnicom Media. They discuss how AI is reshaping pharma marketing, from team adoption and building patient trust to breaking down data silos between HCP and consumer audiences. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett talks with Ashok Ganapam, President, AdTech and Monetization at MediaMint, about how agentic AI and data science are transforming decision-making in ad tech. They explore what agentic AI really means beyond the hype, how it's reshaping ad operations, engineering, and business intelligence, and what it takes for teams to adopt it successfully. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Kevin Hein, Chief Growth Officer at GIPHY. They discuss how communication has evolved from the analog world of early mobile phones to today's internet culture, shaped by emojis, GIFs, and artificial intelligence.  The conversation explores the rise of visual self-expression, why group chats have become more trusted than traditional channels, and how brands can authentically tap into this shift without losing the human element AI still can't replicate. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett chats with the creator behind Digital Chadvertising, the award-winning ad industry meme page. They discuss why "authenticity" has become the industry's buzzword of the moment, how AI-generated content is revealing gaps that were already there, and why community is emerging as the solution. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes David Kaufman, VP of Product Management and Head of Monetization Product Solutions & Operations at TikTok. They discuss how automation and AI are reshaping the advertising ecosystem, from streamlining creative production to powering agentic buying flows and integrated commerce. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Gabrielle Levy, SVP of Precision at Digitas North America. They discuss how workplace culture and creative expression are being reshaped in a post-pandemic, task-oriented world. The conversation explores how modern leaders can step past screens to foster intentional mentorship, navigate the tensions of an efficiency-driven industry, and revive authentic human connectivity within advertising. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this special episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast live from Cannes Lions 2026, Jon Wallett welcomes Charlotte Maines, Vice President, Devices Content & Advertising at Amazon. They discuss the rise of agentic and conversational ads, how shopping is changing, and what it means for advertisers when agents, not people, are the ones searching and deciding. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Matt Prater, EVP, Innovation at OuterBox. They discuss how generative AI is transforming search and performance marketing, from the shift beyond exact-match keywords to the rise of contextual discovery, structured data, AI-powered workflows, and smarter customer experiences.  The conversation explores how marketers can stay focused on fundamentals, improve discoverability, and balance automation with human insight as search behavior continues to evolve. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Sascha Lock, Executive Director (SVP), Integrated Investment at Hearts & Science. They discuss how people-first leadership is shaping the future of media in an AI-driven world, from navigating constant change and managing client expectations to building stronger partnerships through transparency, accountability, and human connection.  Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Lisa Markou, Executive Vice President, Platforms at Publicis Collective. They explore how automation, creativity, and connected data are transforming the way modern media operates, from streamlining workflows and testing new technologies to integrating dynamic creative and aligning complex data ecosystems. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Jared McCarthy, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Venue Ad Network (VAN). They explore why live music venues are becoming a powerful alternative to digital advertising, bringing authenticity and human connection back into the brand experience.  Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Alyssa Collier, Performance Marketing Manager, Paid Social & Display at Etsy. They explore how cultural identity and consumer behavior are reshaping brand connection, and where AI can help marketers uncover emerging trends without losing the human layer. The conversation digs into why demographics fall short, how shared experiences drive relevance, and what it takes to build brands that feel authentic in a fast-moving cultural landscape. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact

In this episode of the AdTech Heroes podcast, Jon Wallett welcomes Sarah Leinberger, Vice President, Head of Marketing at Yoobi. They discuss how transformation and agility are reshaping modern marketing, from leading purpose-driven brands to adopting AI-powered tools, agile workflows, and consumer-centric strategies. The conversation explores how marketers can move faster, stay authentic, and balance technology with human insight in an ever-evolving industry. Interested in being a guest? Contact us: adtechheroespodcast.com/contact