In this episode of Marketecture, Ari Paparo sits down with Gary Mittman, CEO of KERV.ai, to discuss how AI-driven video analysis is transforming contextual relevance and shopability. Mittman explains how KERV’s technology identifies key moments in video content to enable dynamic, targeted ad placements, creating new opportunities for publishers and…
In this week’s episode of The Refresh, Kait from Marketecture dives into a chaotic mix of acquisition rumors, ad fraud allegations, new tech rollouts, and a shift in how advertisers think about data and identity. From TikTok’s uncertain future to Spotify’s programmatic power play, here’s what went down. This week’s…
Chris Kane, and Mike O'Sullivan have a spirited debate on the Marketecture Live stage. Eric and Ari break down the latest on ad verification, Applovin’s response to short-seller attacks, the ongoing DSP fee wars, and major moves by X and XAi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices)
In this episode, Zvika Netter, CEO and co-founder of Innovid, discusses the recent merger with Mediaocean and Flashtalking. He shares insights into the journey of Innovid, the impact of the merger on the advertising technology landscape, and the importance of company culture in integrating teams. Zvika emphasizes the vision for…
In this episode sponsored by Mediaocean, Zvika Netter, CEO and co-founder of Innovid, discusses the recent merger with Mediaocean and Flashtalking. He shares insights into the journey of Innovid, the impact of the merger on the advertising technology landscape, and the importance of company culture in integrating teams. Zvika emphasizes…
Marketecture’s Jeremy Bloom and co-host Josh Palau go deep on what matters to brands. Each week the Brand Forum brings in leading brand marketers to talk advertising, media, and marketing through an insider's lens. In our inaugural episode, Josh and Jeremy sit down with Alex Birchmeier of Conagra Brands. Alex…
Rich Caccappolo of DMG joins Alan Chapell to discuss news publishers' approach to content monetization and AI amidst all the regulatory noise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices)
Eric dons his professorial glasses and trots out his most sumptuous-sounding microphone to hold office hours as he and Joe discuss the performance TV thesis' equivalent for the open web, how Joe can work with early-stage startup founders, and how you know you have product-market fit (hint: it's like porn).
In this episode, Oren Kaniel, CEO and co-founder of AppsFlyer, shares insights into the evolution of mobile attribution and marketing analytics over the past 14 years. He discusses the initial gap in the market that led to the creation of AppsFlyer, the pivotal moments that validated their approach, and the…
This interview was recorded at Marketecture Live. Sean Black from DailyMotion talks about myths and misunderstandings in the CTV market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices)
In this week’s episode of The Refresh News, Kait from Marketecture unpacks the countdown to TikTok’s next ban deadline, Facebook’s surprising return to its roots, and Meta’s controversial push for principal-based media buying. It’s a blend of tech speculation, platform nostalgia, and some hard-hitting ad industry strategy. This week’s highlights:…
Ari, Eric, and Brian Wieser dive into the revised 2025 ad forecast, what’s driving uncertainty, and the potential impact of pharma ad bans. Plus, AI advancements reshaping media buying, IAB’s latest technology, and YouTube allowing host-read ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices)
In this episode, Jackelyn Keller, CMO of Comscore, discusses the evolution of advertising currency, the transformation of Comscore from a measurement company to a data-centric organization, and the importance of navigating data chaos in the advertising industry. She emphasizes the need for partnerships and the role of data in understanding…
Marketecture’s Jeremy Bloom and co-host Josh Palau go deep on what matters to brands. Each week the Brand Forum brings in leading brand marketers to talk advertising, media, and marketing through an insider's lens. In our inaugural episode, Josh and Jeremy sit down with Alex Birchmeier of Conagra Brands. Alex…
Research and measurement guru Rick Bruner joins Alan to discuss how measurement fits into the ads space - and stirs the pot a bit re: the need for identity in measurement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices)
Matt Newcomb, head of Azerion in the US, UK, and APAC, joins Eric Franchi and Joe Zappa to dive deep into mergers and acquisitions. They discuss how the CEO can maximize a company's chances of a favorable exit, integration best practices, what will drive adtech M&A over the next couple…
Welcome to the Future of Thought Leadership – on the Mediterranean. In June 2025, AdTechGod, Marketecture Media, and The Advertising Forum are ditching the lanyards and boarding the yachts at Cannes Lions 2025. Hot Yachts – the ultimate studio where the biggest names in AdTech, marketing, and media drop anchor…
In this episode of the AdTechGod Pod, Heather Macaulay, President of MadTech, shares her journey through the ad tech industry, discussing her career path, the culture at MadTech, and the always changing AdTech and MarTech industry. She emphasizes the importance of connectivity, efficiency, and personal relationships in the industry, while…
At the Marketecture Live event, Bill Wise (CEO of Mediaocean) and Grant Parker (President of Innovid) discussed the merger of Flashtalking and Innovid, emphasizing scale, independence, and AI-driven innovation in ad tech. They highlighted balancing control and transparency for advertisers while competing with Google’s ecosystem. The conversation covered AI’s role…
In this week’s episode of The Refresh, Kait from Marketecture covers a surprisingly calm week in advertising—on the surface. From Claude’s long-awaited web search update to billion-dollar losses at Apple TV+ and a broader philosophical take on the state of the ad industry, this one is quiet but loaded. This…
Brian O'Kelley joins Ari on stage at Marketecture Live where they go in depth on the latest product announcements from Scope3. Also, Ari and Eric discuss highlights from Marketecture Live, including Innovid’s brand launch, Netflix’s Ad Suite, updates in ad tech, and recent media M&A activity. Learn more about your…
The Brand Forum is the newest podcast from Marketecture. Every week we'll feature conversations with leading voices from brands, exploring their challenges, techniques, and vision for how to move advertising and marketing forward. Hosted by Marketecture co-founder Jeremy Bloom, and Pfizer's Josh Palau, we hope The Brand Forum will become…
In this episode sponsored by Comscore, Molly Seymour, Campaign Measurement Manager at Ford Motor Company, discusses the complexities of media measurement from a brand's perspective. She emphasizes the importance of tailored KPIs for different media channels, likening them to various types of vehicles. The conversation explores how Ford optimizes campaigns…
