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Marketing Industry Interviews

Explore interviews with founders and CEOs in the Marketing industry. Learn about their journeys, challenges, and strategies for success in building marketing and advertising businesses.

George Hawwa
Marketing

George Hawwa

Growth Director & Founder

/month
4.5/5
B2B
Agency
11–50
Sydney, Australia
Started 2016

George Hawwa is the Founder and Managing Director of Attention Experts, a leading digital marketing agency. He specializes in social media advertising, audience targeting, and hyperlocal marketing strategies, helping businesses and event organizers generate stronger engagement, measurable ROI, and more effective digital campaigns.

June 18, 2026Read Interview
Rory Sutherland
Marketing

Rory Sutherland

Vice Chairman

Estimated $2B+ USD/month
4.5/5
B2B
10,000+
London, United Kingdom
Started 1948

n this interview, Rory Sutherland shares his views on AI, marketing, business incentives, innovation, and decision-making. He explains why companies often focus too much on cost-cutting, how incentives shape behavior, and why creativity, trust, and human judgment will remain valuable in an AI-driven world.

June 17, 2026Read Interview
Raúl Vallecillo
Marketing

Raúl Vallecillo

General Manager and CEO

$1M+/month
4.5/5
B2C
Subscription-based
1,000+
São Paulo, Brazil
Started 1961

In this interview, Raúl Vallecillo discusses the enduring appeal of Panini’s FIFA World Cup 2026 sticker album and the global collecting culture that surrounds it. He explains how licensing, product development, distribution, and fan engagement come together to create one of the world's most anticipated collectibles. Vallecillo also shares insights into consumer behavior, community-building, and how Panini continues to blend nostalgia with innovation to reach new generations of collectors.

June 12, 2026Read Interview
Robert Kyncl
AI, Creators, Technology, Production, Marketing

Robert Kyncl

CEO, Warner Music Group

$1M+/month
4.8/5
B2B
B2C
50+
USA
Started 2015 or

In this interview, Robert Kyncl discusses how Warner Music Group is navigating a rapidly evolving music industry shaped by streaming, pricing power, and artificial intelligence. He explains why scale, strong intellectual property, and trusted brands are becoming increasingly important for artists and rights holders. Kyncl also shares leadership insights on managing change, leveraging technology, and building long-term value in a highly competitive and dynamic market.

December 15, 2025Read Interview
Neil Patel
AI, Marketing, Agencies

Neil Patel

Co-founder, NP Digital

$1M+/month
4.9/5
B2B
Agency
Subscription-based
50+
USA
Started 2015 or

In this interview, Neil Patel discusses why he believes artificial intelligence represents one of the biggest entrepreneurial opportunities of the decade. He shares how founders can identify practical AI applications, build focused businesses with lean teams, and adapt to a world increasingly shaped by automation and intelligent agents. Patel also explains the importance of execution, simplicity, and staying close to customer needs as technology rapidly transforms digital marketing and business growth.

December 13, 2025Read Interview
Eric Siu
Agencies, Marketing

Eric Siu

Founder & CEO, Leveling Up

$500K–$1M/month
4.9/5
B2B
Agency
21–50
USA
Started 2014

In this interview, Eric Siu discusses how he transformed a struggling SEO agency into Leveling Up, a multi-million-dollar marketing, media, and education company. He shares lessons on focus, calculated risk-taking, and building high-performing teams while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Siu also explains how content, long-term thinking, and continuous learning have fueled growth across his businesses, investments, and media platforms.

December 11, 2025Read Interview
Deepak Shukla
Agencies, Marketing, SEO

Deepak Shukla

Founder & CEO, Pearl Lemon Group

$100K–$500K/month
4.8/5
B2B
Agency
50+
Italy
Started 2016

In this interview, Deepak Shukla discusses how he bootstrapped Pearl Lemon from a small startup into a global remote-first agency group. He shares how embracing discomfort, uncertainty, and ambitious challenges helped shape his entrepreneurial mindset. Shukla also explains why hiring, training, and developing exceptional people are the foundations of sustainable growth, and how building high-performance remote teams can create a significant competitive advantage.

December 10, 2025Read Interview
Dharmesh Shah
SaaS, Marketing, AI, Technology

Dharmesh Shah

Co-founder & CTO, HubSpot

$1M+/month
4.9/5
B2B
Subscription-based
Freemium
50+
USA
Started 2015 or

In this interview, Dharmesh Shah discusses the evolution of digital marketing from SEO to answer engine optimization and the growing role of AI agents in business. He shares how HubSpot scaled into a leading SaaS platform through long-term thinking, product focus, and customer-centric innovation. Shah also explains why builders should embrace experimentation, leverage emerging technologies early, and maintain a curious, hands-on mindset regardless of company size.

December 9, 2025Read Interview
John Nunziato
Agencies, Marketing

John Nunziato

Founder & Chief Creative Officer, Little Big Brands

$500K–$1M/month
4.8/5
B2B
Agency
21–50
USA
Started 2015 or

In this interview, John Nunziato discusses building Little Big Brands into a trusted independent branding agency by prioritizing long-term relationships, creative consistency, and client service. He shares insights on evolving established consumer brands, integrating packaging, advertising, social, and motion into a unified brand story, and maintaining relevance in a changing media landscape. The conversation highlights honest feedback, financial discipline, customer trust, and how sustainable growth comes from delivering value over decades rather than chasing short-term wins.

December 4, 2025Read Interview
Dan Martell
SaaS, Marketing, Agencies, Edu

Dan Martell

Founder

$1M+/month
4.9/5
B2B
Subscription-based
Agency
50+
Canada
Started 2015

In this interview, Dan Martell discusses the principles behind building scalable SaaS businesses and helping entrepreneurs create companies that support their ideal lives. He shares insights on time management, leadership, founder development, and the importance of systems-driven growth. The conversation highlights delegation, personal performance, long-term thinking, and how entrepreneurs can increase their impact by focusing on high-value activities while avoiding burnout.

September 15, 2025Read Interview
Jordan Welch
eCommerce, SaaS, Creators, Marketing, Technology, SEO

Jordan Welch

Founder

$100K–$500K/month
4.9/5
B2C
B2B
Subscription-based
Freemium
6–20
USA
Started 2011

In this interview, Jordan Welch discusses his journey from creating gaming content to building and exiting a successful SaaS business while growing a large online audience. He shares insights on entrepreneurship, content creation, e-commerce, and leveraging free educational content as a growth engine. The conversation highlights consistency, adaptability, long-term thinking, and the value of compounding skills and audience trust to create sustainable business opportunities.

September 12, 2025Read Interview
Alex Hormozi
SaaS, Marketing

Alex Hormozi

Founder & CEO

$1M+/month
4.9/5
B2B
Agency
50+
USA
Started 2020

In this interview, Zach Yadegari explains how he transformed a frustrating fitness problem into Cal AI, an AI-powered calorie tracking app that reached an estimated $24 million in annual revenue. He shares the lessons learned from launching products as a teenage entrepreneur, building a viral consumer application, leveraging influencer marketing, and scaling a startup in the highly competitive health and fitness industry. The conversation also explores product-market fit, user acquisition strategies, and the mindset required to build successful technology companies at a young age.

August 26, 2025Read Interview
Priyanka Vemuluri
Retail, Production, Marketing

Priyanka Vemuluri

Founder & CEO

$500K–$1M/month
4.6/5
B2C
Retail
Manufacturing
50+
India
Started 2022

In this interview, Goyaz founder and CEO Priyanka Vemuluri shares how she built one of India's fastest-growing silver jewellery retail brands from a single store to 19 locations across five states. She discusses entrepreneurship, women's leadership, scaling a retail business, customer-driven innovation, team building, and the importance of adaptability, speed, and consistency in achieving long-term growth.

July 28, 2025Read Interview
Indra Nooyi
Retail, Marketing, Production, Health & Wellness, eCommerce

Indra Nooyi

Former CEO

$1M+/month
4.4/5
B2C
B2B
Marketplace
Manufacturing
50+
USA
Started 2009

In this interview, former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi shares the leadership principles that guided her rise from India to leading one of the world's largest companies. She discusses the importance of understanding a business from the ground up, making bold career decisions, developing future leaders, navigating corporate politics, balancing ambition with family responsibilities, and why great leadership requires both performance and purpose.

July 11, 2025Read Interview
Luca Martini
Marketing, Agencies, SEO, eCommerce, Production

Luca Martini

Founder & CEO

$10K–$50K/month
4.7/5
B2B
Agency
Freemium
B2C
Marketplace
6–20
Italy
Started 2015

In this interview, the founder of a YouTube marketing agency shares how he built the business from scratch and grew it into a team of 15 through SEO and content marketing. He discusses client acquisition, scaling a service-based business, building systems, hiring the right people, and the strategies that helped generate consistent growth in a competitive digital landscape.

April 20, 2024Read Interview
Tom Bilyeu
Health & Wellness, eCommerce, Retail, Production, Marketing

Tom Bilyeu

Co-founder & Former CMO

$1M+/month
4.9/5
B2C
Manufacturing
B2B
50+
USA
Started 2010

In this thought-provoking conversation, entrepreneur and investor Tom Bilyeu discusses the power of personal responsibility, the role of mindset in shaping success, and the importance of building a belief system that is both truthful and optimistic. He shares personal experiences with anxiety, self-doubt, relationships, ambition, and fulfillment, while explaining why acquiring skills and taking ownership of one's life can transform the future. The discussion also explores social media, mental health, resilience, leadership, and the challenges facing modern society.

April 29, 2024Read Interview
Jim Keyes
Retail, eCommerce, Production, Marketing

Jim Keyes

Former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster

$100K–$500K/month
4.8/5
Manufacturing
B2B
B2C
Marketplace
50+
USA
Started 1927

This conversation features Jim Keyes, who shares lessons from leading two iconic companies through major transformations and financial crises. He explains why debt—not Netflix—ultimately caused Blockbuster's downfall, reflects on growing up in poverty, discusses innovation at 7-Eleven, and shares his philosophy on learning, resilience, leadership, and overcoming fear. The discussion also covers entrepreneurship, franchising, AI, education, social media, and personal growth.

May 1, 2024Read Interview
Debra Crew
Production, Marketing, Retail, eCommerce

Debra Crew

CEO of Diageo

$1.4 billion/month
4.9/5
Manufacturing
B2B
B2C
30,000+
UK
Started 1997

This interview features Debra Crew in conversation with Nicolai Tangen. They discuss trends in the global beverage alcohol industry, changing consumer behavior, premiumization, brand building, acquisitions, leadership, company culture, data-driven marketing, and career development. The conversation explores how Diageo adapts to moderation trends, the rise of premium spirits, and the importance of resilience, experimentation, and leadership in a changing market.

May 5, 2024Read Interview
Morgan DeBaun
Marketing

Morgan DeBaun

Founder

$633 million/month
4.9/5
B2B
B2C
Agency
Subscription-based
225 employees
USA
Started 2014

Morgan DeBaun shares how she built Blavity from a newsletter created in response to the Ferguson protests into a multi-brand media and events company. She discusses entrepreneurship, acquisitions, fundraising, AfroTech's growth, building ecosystems instead of products, and why environment shapes ambition more than talent.

May 15, 2024Read Interview
Mark Shapiro
Sports, Marketing, Technology

Mark Shapiro

President and CEO

$32 million/month
4.8/5
B2C
B2B
Subscription-based
Marketplace
500 employees
Canada
Started 1977

Mark Shapiro discusses his leadership role with the Toronto Blue Jays, modern baseball operations, player development, analytics, organizational culture, team-building philosophy, and the challenges of leading a Major League Baseball franchise.

May 20, 2024Read Interview