He Said, She Said: Razor Branding™ Podcast

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding™ Podcast, Jaci and Michael Russo welcome global brand leader Fernando Andreazi for a dynamic conversation about what it really means to build brand equity in a global market. Fernando shares insights from his international career in brand management, marketing strategy, and consumer engagement—unpacking the nuances of branding across cultures, the importance of local relevance, and how to build emotional connections at scale. With experience spanning Latin America, North America, and Europe, Fernando brings a perspective rooted in adaptability, empathy, and strategy. Whether you’re leading a global brand or just trying to grow your message beyond your zip code, this episode is filled with takeaways for brand leaders who want to think—and act—bigger. Fernando Andreazi is a global marketing executive and brand strategist with decades of experience driving growth and transformation for international brands. With a deep understanding of cross-cultural engagement, he has led teams in Latin America, Europe, and North America—focusing on brand equity, emotional storytelling, and scalable strategy.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding Podcast, brand experts Jaci and Michael Russo talk with Mickie Kennedy [https://mickiekennedy.com/], founder of eReleases [https://ereleases.com/], about the power of using press releases for brand awareness and earned media coverage. With over 25 years of experience in public relations and media strategy, Mickie breaks down how small businesses and startups can use PR to increase visibility, boost credibility, and drive real results. He shares insights on writing effective press releases, understanding how journalists choose stories, and how to get picked up by outlets, even without a huge budget. Whether you’re launching a product, building your reputation, or looking to increase online visibility for your brand, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to get your name in the news.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding Podcast, Jaci and Michael Russo sit down with Daale Carter [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daale-carter-74784328/], Managing Director of energy BBDO [https://energybbdo.com/] and a standout voice in the global advertising world. With a career that started in entertainment law and moved through experiential marketing, strategy, and media, Daale brings a rare blend of experience, empathy, and leadership to the conversation. From her early days producing music events to now leading teams for one of the most respected agencies in the world, Daale shares insights into what makes great brands connect—and why the client-agency relationship is everything. The conversation dives into creative strategy, team dynamics, consumer-centric thinking, and the evolving role of AI in the branding process. This episode is filled with smart takes, real talk, and plenty of inspiration for marketers and businesses at every level.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding Podcast, it’s just the hosts—Jaci and Michael Russo—going deep on what it really takes to make an agency-client relationship work. No guests. No filters. Just 25 years of experience packed into one conversation about collaboration, communication, and what happens when trust breaks down. From misaligned expectations and territorial marketing teams to the misuse of AI and the trap of Frankenstein feedback, Jaci and Michael talk candidly about the red flags, the success stories, and the reason agencies should always be invited in like vampires (yes, there’s a reference). Whether you work with an agency, are part of one, or just want to understand how branding actually works, this episode is a masterclass in the reality behind the process.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding Podcast, Jaci and Michael Russo talk with Robert J. Pelletier, CEO of Pacific Hardwood [https://pacifichardwood.com/home], about how he turned a traditional manufacturing business into a $20M industry leader through storytelling, relationship-building, and relentless content creation. From using Instagram to drive $8M in sales to embracing AI for content planning, he offers a blueprint for how even the most “unsexy” businesses can build powerful, profitable brands—without selling out or sounding like robots. Whether you’re building custom floors or scaling your startup, this conversation will shift how you think about brand-building, personal voice, and the future of marketing.