Brand Groupies

Mark Schaefer is a globally recognized author, keynote speaker, futurist, and marketing strategist, and the voice behind GROW, one of the world’s top marketing blogs. In this episode, Mark shares his career path from corporate marketing to becoming one of the most trusted thought leaders in the industry. He discusses the principles behind his bestselling book Known, why personal branding is more critical than ever in an AI-driven world, and how marketers can stand out by embracing humanity, creativity, and vulnerability. Mark also dives into insights from his latest book, Audacious, and shares what businesses are still getting wrong - and how to future-proof their brands in an era of rapid technological change. Tune in for practical advice on building trust, staying relevant, and winning as a human in the age of AI.

What is Brand Groupies?

Launched in 2018 by Brand Groupies Founder & CEO Carey Balogh, this podcast shines a spotlight on the ultimate insiders - the brand groupies - powering the ever-evolving built world. Each episode dives into the stories, passion, and creativity driving national leaders in architecture, design, real estate, and beyond.

As a women-owned strategic communications agency, we've spotlighted visionary executives for over a decade, leveraging Social Media, Public Relations, and Podcasting as an interconnected ecosystem to build brand visibility and drive business growth. We make our clients impossible to ignore.

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