Chain Smoke: The Series

[http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dude-150x150.png]As part of our Cannes Lions series, Lauren catches up with Daniel Wakswaser, Global marketing Vice President of Consumer Connections and Capabilities at Anheuser-Busch InBev at a busy French café just across from the Palais. Wakswaser shares great insights and tips from his perspective as an executive who is responsible for a number of areas from global paid media to experiential deals and properties as well as the company’s internal studios and creative culture.  How will emerging tech impact this space as it intersects with advertising?  Pour a glass of French wine and listen to find out.

[http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/bdavies-150x150.png]Join Lauren as she speaks with Bridget Davies, VP of Revenue and Seller Growth at eBay. The two chat at the yacht marina amidst the wonderful chaos that is the Cannes Lions Festival 2019.  Listen now for insights into the future of tech and advertising, as Davies sees the space, as well as challenges and opportunities for women in the industry and much more.

[http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/holly-150x150.png][http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/kristen-150x150.png]Join Lauren on site with the founders of the Flourish Conference.  Holly Glowaty and Kristen Thiry give important insights into the unique world of branded currency – that is, rewards programs, loyalty programs and gift cards – as it intersects with blockchain and more. This important space, which serves as a vital brand extension for many companies, is rapidly undergoing change.  Learn where the opportunities are now.  After Holly and Kristen finish, stay tuned for bonus “drops” directly from executives from top brands who attended the conference to hear why they attended.

[http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/theresa-150x150.png]Theresa McEndree, VP Marketing, Blackhawk Network

[http://chainsmokewithldc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/grkl-150x150.png]Get ready! It’s the annual Blockchain NYC/Consensus Conference Week where all things blockchain and digital currency will be discussed as they relate to a variety of industries. Get an insider perspective from Gregory Klumov, the CEO of first-ever Euro stablecoin innovator Stasis.