AI In Marketing

Welcome to another exciting episode of Leader Generation. Chris Harihar joins us for a fascinating discussion about AI—especially ChatGPT—and how it's shaking things up in the field of public relations. 
Get ready to hear about the various AI applications in public relations, from press release writing to pitch support. Plus, stick around for some insights on data security, the art of experimentation and the potential of AI tools to reshape the PR and communications industry. 
We’ll talk all about embracing higher-impact, value-driven endeavors that promise stellar results for clients. So, buckle up for this episode, packed with ideas to help you stay on the cutting edge of PR innovation.
Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op. To provide feedback and ask marketing questions for future episodes, message Tessa on LinkedIn.
 
About Chris Harihar:
Chris Harihar is the EVP of Public Relations at Mod Op (formerly Crenshaw Communications).
With deep expertise in business and tech media relations, Chris counsels clients at a high level while maintaining hands-on involvement in media relations and content strategy. He has developed and run highly successful programs for leading B2B and tech brands, from Verizon Media/Yahoo and DoubleVerify to Signal AI, IDG (now Foundry) and WeTransfer. Chris can be reached on LinkedIn or at [email protected].
 
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is the Chief Technology Officer and Host of the Leader Generation podcast at Mod Op. She’s been leading data-driven marketing and technology teams for 15+ years on both the agency and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa has deep skills in data and tech architecture, software product development and management, digital transformation and strategy. As CTO, she oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging and securing the right platforms and data to deliver valuable and measurable results across physical, digital and virtual experiences. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at [email protected].

Ever wondered how top companies maintain the edge in today's rapidly advancing technological landscape? Enter the AI Council. 
In this episode, Tessa Burg emphasizes how having a well-orchestrated AI Council is not just a strategic move, but a game-changer for businesses. By harnessing the power of diverse expertise and aligning it with the innovations in AI and machine learning, companies can unlock unprecedented growth opportunities. 
Dive into this podcast to discover how the right structure and focus of an AI Council can become your secret weapon to drive business growth.
Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op. To provide feedback and ask marketing questions for future episodes, message Tessa on LinkedIn.
 
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is the Chief Technology Officer and Host of the Leader Generation podcast at Mod Op. She’s been leading data-driven marketing and technology teams for 15+ years on both the agency and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa has deep skills in data and tech architecture, software product development and management, digital transformation and strategy. As CTO, she oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging and securing the right platforms and data to deliver valuable and measurable results across physical, digital and virtual experiences. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at [email protected].

In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of technology. The discussion centers on the value of expertise and the important role marketers continue to play in an age dominated by artificial intelligence and machine learning. 
You'll gain insights into the unique qualities that humans bring to the table, setting them apart from the algorithms and data-driven systems. Discover who is poised to thrive in this AI-infused world as we explore the traits and strategies that will help individuals leverage their expertise to effectively stand out.
AI isn't a magical switch that can be flipped on; it requires humans to unlock its full potential. Tune in to learn how to navigate this exciting era where expertise and AI become a powerful combination.
Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op. For feedback and marketing questions for future episodes, message Tessa on LinkedIn.
About David C. Baker:
David C. Baker is an Advisor, Author and Speaker. He owned a marketing communications firm for six years. He then started a management consulting firm and became the leading authority on positioning, reinventing and selling firms in the creative and digital space.
David is the author of five books, three of which focus on the central elements of the business of expertise: positioning, financial management and leadership. He also speaks regularly on more than 70 topics relevant to entrepreneurial expertise and appears as a guest on podcasts every month.
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is the Chief Technology Officer and Host of the Leader Generation podcast at Mod Op. She’s been leading data-driven marketing and technology teams for 15+ years on both the agency and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa has deep skills in data and tech architecture, software product development and management, digital transformation and strategy. As CTO, she oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging and securing the right platforms and data to deliver valuable and measurable results across physical, digital and virtual experiences.

As artificial intelligence shapes a swiftly changing landscape, marketers are grappling with uncertainties about their future roles. However, amidst this evolution, today's marketers offer unique value that AI—like ChatGPT—can't replicate. 
Join Tessa Burg for this episode as she highlights the exclusive data that businesses have that sets them apart. Learn how marketers can harness this data to excel through personalization, prediction and pattern identification, gaining a competitive edge that’s uniquely human.
Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op. For feedback and marketing questions for future episodes, message Tessa on LinkedIn.
 
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is the Chief Technology Officer and Host of the Leader Generation podcast at Mod Op. She’s been leading data-driven marketing and technology teams for 15+ years on both the agency and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa has deep skills in data and tech architecture, software product development and management, digital transformation, and strategy. As CTO, she oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging and securing the right platforms and data to deliver valuable and measurable results across physical, digital, and virtual experiences.

In this episode, Tessa Burg from Mod Op explores the future impact of generative AI on SEO and how it could potentially decrease unbranded website traffic. With Google's development of Search Generated Experience (SGE), businesses need to prepare strategies to offset traffic loss from non-branded keywords. 
Tessa discusses the importance of building brand and community, creating non-commoditized content and capturing customer behavior data to optimize offerings and increase conversion rates. Stay ahead of the game and find out how to navigate the evolving SEO landscape in this informative discussion.
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is the Chief Technology Officer and Host of the Leader Generation podcast at Mod Op. She’s been leading data-driven marketing and technology teams for 15+ years on both the agency and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa has deep skills in data and tech architecture, software product development and management, digital transformation and strategy. As CTO, she oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging and securing the right platforms and data to deliver valuable and measurable results across physical, digital and virtual experiences.

In this episode, we dive deeper into Google Performance Max with returning guest Matz Lukmani. If you're a marketer who isn't seeing the expected results from Performance Max, we’ll cover some tips to help you turn the tide. We’ll discuss how to continue optimizing and improving performance once your campaign is up and running. Plus, Matz will share new features and enhancements on the horizon—and so much more.
Stay tuned for more exciting episodes where we'll continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing and uncover strategies to generate exceptional results. This episode of the Leader Generation Podcast is hosted by Tessa Burg, Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op.  
About Murtaza (Matz) Lukmani:Matz Lukmani is the EMEA Product Lead, Performance Max and Attribution at Google. Based in London, UK, Matz has been with Google for 7+ years, working on products like Google Analytics 360, Google Ads, Search Ads 360 and Firebase Analytics. He leads Performance Max Campaigns and Attribution offerings within Google Ads, Search Ads 360, and Google Analytics in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
About Tessa Burg:Tessa Burg is Host of the Leader Generation podcast and Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op after the acquisition of Tenlo in 2022. In her previous role as Vice President of Technology, she helped clients execute engaging, multi-platform experiences and products to bring their brands to life. In her role as CTO, Tessa oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging the right platforms to deliver valuable and measurable marketing communications, entertainment and experiences.

Are you ready to take your ad performance to the next level? In this episode of the Leader Generation podcast, we explore Google Performance Max and how it can supercharge your advertising efforts using the power of artificial intelligence.
Google expert Matz Lukmani will give an overview of this cutting-edge solution that can help you optimize your ad campaigns like never before. If you’re wondering if Google Performance Max is right for you, we’ll discuss how businesses of different sizes and industries can use it to deliver exceptional results tailored to specific needs. Matz will also address rumors about Google using extra ad spend on low-performing placements. Plus, the incremental lift that Google Performance Max can bring to your marketing efforts.
In this episode, we only scratched the surface of what Google Performance Max can do for your business. Join us for [Part 2], where we'll dive deeper into the features and implementation strategies that will help you harness the power of this AI-driven technology.
To discover more on the topic of AI, join Tessa at the Marketing AI Conference (MAICON). She’ll join the panel discussion, “Unlocking the Power of AI for Agencies.” Use the code LEADERGEN100 when registering at maicon.ai to receive $100 off.  
This episode of the Leader Generation Podcast is hosted by Tessa Burg, Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op.  
About Murtaza (Matz) Lukmani:
Matz Lukmani is the EMEA Product Lead, Performance Max & Attribution at Google. Based in London, UK, Matz has been with Google for 7+ years, working on products like Google Analytics 360, Google Ads, Search Ads 360, and Firebase Analytics. He leads Performance Max Campaigns and Attribution offerings within Google Ads, Search Ads 360 and Google Analytics in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is Host of the Leader Generation podcast and Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op after the acquisition of Tenlo in 2022. In her previous role as Vice President of Technology, she helped clients execute engaging, multi-platform experiences and products to bring their brands to life. In her role as CTO, Tessa oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging the right platforms to deliver valuable and measurable marketing communications, entertainment, and experiences.
 

Get ready to talk more about the world of AI and machine learning in marketing. We discuss the role marketing leadership plays in championing this technology and driving its adoption. We'll also explore how marketers can embrace AI tools to amplify their skills, unleash their creativity tackle complex problems and align efforts with the overarching business vision. Join us to hear more about how marketing leaders can become the driving force tor igniting change fueling growth.
To dive deeper into the topic of AI, join Tessa at the Marketing AI Conference (MAICON). She’ll be joining the panel discussion, “Unlocking the Power of AI for Agencies.” Use the code LEADERGEN100 when you register to receive $100 off.  
 
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is Host of the Leader Generation podcast and Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op after the acquisition of Tenlo in 2022. In her previous role as Vice President of Technology, she helped clients execute engaging, multi-platform experiences and products to bring their brands to life. In her role as CTO, Tessa oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging the right platforms to deliver valuable and measurable marketing communications, entertainment and experiences.
 

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of Web3 marketing. We explore the immense potential that Web3 holds for marketers while addressing the skepticism surrounding it. 
Web3 goes beyond technology; it’s become a cultural representation and a powerful tool for connecting with Gen Z. We examine how Gen Z actively embraces and utilizes Web3, and discuss strategies for effectively engaging them through this platform. 
Join us as we uncover the latest trends in Web3 marketing and share compelling examples of successful brand adoptions. Get ready to explore the intersection of technology, culture and marketing in the realm of Web3.
This episode of the Leader Generation Podcast is hosted by Tessa Burg, Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op. 
 
About Jonathan Verk:
Jonathan has been building companies and brands in entertainment, advertising, tech and media for over 25 years. He was named the Executive Vice President of Web3 and Business Innovation at Mod Op following the acquisition of CreativeDepartment in 2023. After the sale of an early AI ‘telehealth for divorce’ app in 2021, he launched CreativeDepartmint to help fortune 500 companies navigate and leverage Web3. CreativeDepartmint helped clients such as WarnerBrothers, CBS, Fox/Blockchain Creative Labs, Boston Pizza, drive over $10M in revenue launching NFTs, metaverse activations and Blockchain games. 
 
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is Host of the Leader Generation podcast and Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op after the acquisition of Tenlo in 2022. In her previous role as Vice President of Technology, she helped clients execute engaging, multi-platform experiences and products to bring their brands to life. In her role as CTO, Tessa oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging the right platforms to deliver valuable and measurable marketing communications, entertainment and experiences.

Welcome to this bonus episode of the Leader Generation podcast. We’re bringing you an unfiltered conversation about one of the most high-trending topics in marketing today—AI and machine learning. Sometimes, the most interesting conversations happen before or after a planned podcast interview. This is one of them. 
We had the pleasure of talking with Lauren Rothwell, Co-Founder and CEO of Blaze, to discuss the impact of AI and machine learning on the marketing landscape. From data collection and analysis to natural language processing and image generation, these technologies are transforming the way we approach marketing.
We're excited to share our insights and perspectives with you. So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back and enjoy this unscripted chat about the future of marketing.
About Lauren Rothwell:
Lauren Rothwell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Blaze, a community growth tool  It seamlessly centralizes data from key platforms like Discord and Twitter. This helps make community management and marketing easier. Plus, helps companies understand their users better, so they can create personalized experiences.
About Tessa Burg:
Tessa Burg is Host of the Leader Generation podcast and Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op after its acquisition of Tenlo in 2022. In her previous role as Vice President of Technology, she helped clients execute engaging, multi-platform experiences and products to bring their brands to life. In her role as CTO, Tessa oversees Mod Op’s technology stack to ensure the agency is leveraging the right platforms to deliver valuable and measurable marketing communications, entertainment, and experiences.
About Cheryl Boehm:
Cheryl Boehm is Co-Host of the Leader Generation podcast Director of Copywriting at Mod Op. She’s a digital content writer who strives to deliver the best online experiences to customers and prospects that, ultimately, lead to company growth for clients. Cheryl pushes to personalize content strategy with an individual “cheat code” that empowers each client to reach their end game fastest.
About Mat Segal:
Mat Segal is a Digital Producer at Mod Op. He’s a seasoned communicator and planner with a decade of experience bringing digital concepts and campaigns to market. With a specialty in digital strategy and production, he’s fluent in all aspects of digital marketing, from creative and launch to tracking and trafficking.