#71: Optimizing the handoff between marketing and sales with Gabe Lullo, Alleyoop
Today, we’re going to talk about one of the most persistent and costly problems in B2B: the handoff from marketing to sales. We’ll explore why the traditional MQL model often fails, creating friction and wasting budget, and how a more intelligent, data-driven approach to lead qualification can not only…
#774: Seel CRO Laura Huddle on seeing customer returns as an opportunity
Today, we’re going to talk about something that many retailers see as a pure cost center: customer returns. Instead, we’ll explore how a smart, data-driven post-purchase strategy can actually become a powerful engine for customer retention and lifetime value. We’ll look at the data trends shaping retail, how to…
Eleos Life Launches AI Voice Agent to Deliver 24/7 Customer Support
Eleos Life announced the launch of its innovative AI voice agent, designed to provide instant, around-the-clock assistance to customers without the frustration of wait times. The AI voice agent offers always-on support, drawing answers directly from real Eleos policy documents to address a wide range of customer questions.
Operational Reality vs. Customer Demand: Key Findings from the 2025 E-Commerce Mystery Shopping Report
The 2025 Mystery Shopping Report by Stord reveals a consistent imbalance across U.S. e-commerce brands: while investments in digital storefronts and customer acquisition are substantial, operational foundations in fulfillment and post-purchase experiences have not kept pace with these rising consumer expectations.
W23 Global, a Fund backed by 5 Leading Global Retailers, Invests in Topsort’s AI Powered Ad Infrastructure and Programmatic Vision for the Future of Retail
Topsort, an artificial intelligence (AI) and auction-based retail media infrastructure company that aims to democratize Silicon Valley’s monetization secrets to retailers and marketplaces, today announced an investment from W23 Global, a global grocery retail venture capital fund backed by five leading grocery retailers, Ahold Delhaize, Tesco, Woolworths Group, Empire Company Limited/Sobeys…
The researcher of 2026: Human judgment in an AI-first world
By 2026, market research won’t be defined by tools, methodologies, or new data streams. It will be defined by something far simpler: the choices researchers make about how to work with artificial intelligence.
#268: AI Won’t Fix Bad CX But It Will Expose It with Rajat Chawla
This episode shows how AI magnifies both strengths and gaps in customer experience. Rajat Chawla explains why AI exposes bad CX, how invisible effortless experiences look, and what leaders must …
#773: Building loyalty and trust through focused innovation with Lindsey Kling, Coterie
Today, we’re going to talk about building loyalty and trust through focused innovation, specifically within the competitive landscape of the baby care market. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to welcome, Lindsey Kling, SVP Brand Marketing + Partnerships at Coterie.
MarTech: How marketers can spark traveler wanderlust with emotion, authenticity and video
Expedia’s research reveals how emotion, authenticity and the right mix of video and human-guided content inspire traveler wanderlust and drive bookings. This article was written by Greg Kihlström for MarTech.
Agentic Capabilities Influence $73B in Cyber Week Sales
Cyber Week 2025 represents a pivotal moment for digital commerce, with AI agents influencing an unprecedented $73 billion in sales. For senior marketing and CX leaders, this data underscores a clear imperative: AI is no longer an optional enhancement but a strategic necessity for driving revenue and enhancing customer…
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