The Marketing Umbrella Podcast

069: Problem Solver Turned SAAS Founder With Julia Draghici

Join us on the Marketing Umbrella Podcast as we delve into the realm of digital marketing and affiliate strategies with our special guest, Julia Draghici. Julia, who is the Co-Founder & CEO of CPV Lab & CPV One, is a passionate SaaS expert with a wealth of knowledge on business growth. Her expertise has transformed how affiliates, media buyers, and marketing agencies optimize their campaigns.
Tune in as Julia sheds light on the importance of multivariate testing, shares valuable insights into the affiliate marketing landscape, and encourages entrepreneurs to connect with her on LinkedIn for more knowledge.
Some key highlights include:
Pay less on traffic and gain more commission. 
Multivariate testing is crucial for marketing agencies and affiliate marketers to optimize campaigns.
Marketing is a complex task that requires a team of specialists, not a solo act
Closing Thought:  “ The best ideas are often born out of the necessity of solving a specific need.”
To Connect with Julia:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-draghici/ 
CPVlab - https://cpvlab.pro
CPVOne - https://cpvone.com 
To learn more about Umbrella and to connect with CEO Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

068: ”I Know How To,” Doesn’t Scale With Steve Marcinuk

Welcome to another episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast. In this episode, engage in a great conversation with Steve Marcinuk, an AI Entrepreneur and co-founder/Head of Operations at Intelligent Relations. With three successful ventures and one notable exit to his credit, Steve brings vast experience to the table. 
Having broken free from the post-Ivy grind, he pursued a different dream in South America, embarking on a  journey that seamlessly blends AI, PR and marketing. Steve also shared about credibility and traction in media pitching, the strategic use of AI in marketing agencies, and the future potential of generative AI. 
Dive deep into the cutting-edge world of AI-driven marketing with Steve Marcinuk on the Marketing Umbrella Podcast!
Some key highlights include:
The adoption of AI in marketing requires a hacker's mindset and experimentation to identify effective workflows and strategies.
AI-generated content is on the rise, but it is not perfect and may contain errors.
Building efficient systems and processes is crucial for agency success, allowing tasks like sales outreach to be streamlined through AI.
Closing Thought:  “ AI's impact in marketing will continue to grow, and understanding its current state empowers agency owners to leverage it effectively in their space.”
To Connect with Steve:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenmarcinuk 
Website - https://intelligentrelations.com 
To learn more about Umbrella and to connect with CEO Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

067: Stay A Few Steps Ahead With Sangeeta Mulchandani

Welcome to another episode of The Marketing Umbrella Podcast with your host, Kevin Prewett. In this episode, Kevin sits down with Sangeeta Mulchandani, a remarkable third-generation entrepreneur and the founder of Jump Start Studio. Sangeeta shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship while successfully managing multiple businesses, including a digital marketing agency. 
With her extensive travels to 41 countries and her passion for connecting with locals through food, Sangeeta brings a unique global perspective to her work. Tune in as Sangeeta discusses testing ideas, the importance of mindset, and the impact of expert marketing.
Join us in welcoming Sangeeta Mulchandani to The Marketing Umbrella Podcast… 
Some key highlights include:
You're not in business just for one day. You're in business for the long game and the long haul.
Marketing is an investment, not an expense.
Mindset, strategy, and execution are three key things necessary to pick a winning business idea and make it successful 
Closing Thought:  “The quality of services needs to scale as companies scale.”
To Connect with Sangeeta:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sangeetamulchandani 
Website - https://www.jumpstartstudio.com.au
To learn more about Umbrella and to connect with CEO Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

066: Recruiting From a Camper Van With Adomas Pranevicius

Welcome to another episode of The Marketing Umbrella Podcast hosted by Kevin Prewett. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Adomas Pranevicius, a highly accomplished marketer and the founder of Remotely Talents. Remotely Talents provides offshore recruitment
services to business owners around the world, focusing on finding talent primarily in Ukraine.
With all the experiences and insights gained from running startups and navigating the marketing space, Adomas brings a unique perspective to our conversation and shares the heart behind his company.
 
Join us in welcoming Adomas Pranevicius to The Marketing Umbrella Podcast…
Some key highlights include:
●     The HR business is dynamic and project
flow can vary greatly.
●     Offshore talent increases in demand due to
cost-saving measures.
●     Work trends drive traditional businesses
are exploring offshore hiring.
●     Remote Talent can help businesses become
more agile and responsive to changing market conditions
Closing Thought:  “Embracing Remote talent and offshore hiring opens doors of possibilities where borders fade, and expertise knows no boundaries.”
To Connect with Adomas :
●     Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adomaspranevicius
●     Website - https://www.remotelytalents.com
To learn more about Umbrella and to connect with the Founder and CEO Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

065: Sales Proposals That Work With Joe Ardeeser

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Marketing Umbrella podcast. In this episode, host Kevin Prewett sits down with Joe Ardeeser, the genius behind Smart Pricing Table. Joe unveils his groundbreaking proposal software designed exclusively for marketing and digital agencies. Brace yourselves as we delve deep into Joe's remarkable journey, where his unwavering passion for sales and proposal writing ignited the creation of a tool that revolutionizes the proposal process, eliminating tedious back-and-forth and generating proposals with unparalleled speed.
Joe is a former digital agency owner and has the battle scars to prove it.  He’s worked with notable brands such as Bluetooth, T-Mobile, and Scantron and built his agency from just himself to a team of 12.
After selling his agency, he decided to take his passion for sales and proposal writing and create Smart Pricing Table - interactive proposal software that cuts down on back and forth, incorporates upsells and helps generate proposals at lightning speed. 
Join us in welcoming Joe Ardeeser to The Marketing Umbrella Podcast… 
Some key highlights include:
The key to winning over clients lies in your proposal process.
To prevent scope creep and pricing issues, productize your offers and streamline proposal creation.
By overcoming the biggest obstacles in proposal creation and maximizing proposal receptivity, you can increase your chances of winning over potential clients.
Closing Thought:  “What if you thought of your offering more like a product?”
To Connect with Joe:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeardeeser 
Website - https://www.smartpricingtable.com
To learn more about our sponsor, Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

064: Marketing And The Medici Effect With Indus Khaitan

Welcome to another great episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast.  As always, this podcast was created to bring you the best and brightest in the marketing space…  
Our guest today is the founder of Quolum. Quolum helps companies manage their SaaS spend. He started Bitzer Mobile, a mobile security startup that Oracle acquired. Earlier, he led growth at Chargebee. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Join me in welcoming Indus Khaitan to The Marketing Umbrella Podcast… 
Some key highlights include:
Disrupting the norm, unlocking untapped potential, and leaving a lasting impact through innovation and collaboration
The transformative power of embracing diversity in problem-solving
Bridging the gap between technology and marketing opens new doors for possibilities and propels businesses to greater heights
In tech, you can't count your winnings early. You have to play the long game.
Closing Thought:  "Marketing must lead itself to Truth in Advertising to improve our reputation!”
To Connect with Indus:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaitan/
Website - ⁠⁠https://quolum.com
To Learn more about Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

063: The Intersection Of Art And Tech With Christina Hawatmeh

Welcome to another great episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast.  As always, this podcast was created to bring you the best and brightest in the marketing space…  
Our guest today is the founder and CEO of the world’s largest authentic photo library, Scopio. Scopio – which stands for Scope It Out  – aims to distribute images across the world and secure a place for them in our history. Its primary goal is to elevate the stories of individuals who are underrepresented. 
She is also the founder of the first female founded NFT marketplace, and first photography focused NFT marketplace. She was named Top Entrepreneurs to Follow by NY Finance.
After completing her masters in International Affairs from Columbia University and starting her career, she was inspired to start Scopio in 2016. She’s also an author, recently releasing a book called The Year Time Stopped: The Global Pandemic and Photos.
Join me in welcoming a new friend to the podcast, Christina Hawatmeh…
Some key highlights include:
Filling the Gap - Become the best and money will follow… Barbara COocoran
Photo sharing levels the playing field
The world is noisy.   To overcome this, you have to micro target 
Today’s market is visual first
Community is built on “one on one” conversations
Closing Thought:  "Marketing must take a human-based approach!”
To Connect with Christina:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chawatmeh/
Website - https://www.scop.io
To Learn more about Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

062: The Key To Retention? Do Great Work With Robert Patin

Welcome to another great episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast.  As always, this podcast was created to bring you the best and brightest in the marketing space…  
Our guest today is the founder of Creative Agency Success, a consulting firm dedicated to helping creative agencies scale. He is known for being a deeply inquisitive and analytical leader with a distinct ability to devise solutions that elevate companies and lifestyles. A two-time international best-selling author and passionate about sharing next-level strategies so that creative agency leaders will find fulfillment and growth.
Join me in welcoming Robert Patin to The Marketing Umbrella Podcast… 
Some key highlights include:
Your clients are concerned more with results than price
To value them, find ways to elevate Creatives
Create financial models to determine accurate pricing
Your price point needs to adapt for growth
As a founder, you take all the risks…so build a sustainable life around it
Closing Thought:  "We must strive to mitigate the demand for instant results!”
Special link with FREE Resources for our listeners - Creativeagencysuccess.com/marketingumbrella
To Connect with Robert::
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/creative-agency-success
Website - https://www.creativeagencysuccess.com
To Learn more about Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to https://umbrellaus.com

061: Be The Gatekeeper of Your AI Marketing With Abby Hehemann

Welcome to another great episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast.  As always, this podcast was created to bring you the best and brightest in the marketing space…
Our guest today is the Director of Product Marketing at GetResponse – specializing in strategic product positioning and value-driven messaging. With a decade of experience in SaaS marketing, she's on a mission to empower marketers and business owners with the tools and insights they need to grow, engage, and convert their audience.
Join me in welcoming a new friend to the podcast, Abby Hehemann…
Some key highlights include:
Big data is predictive! 
AI increases productivity for agencies
Recommends agencies start with email marketing - low barrier to entry
Big Data - providing volume, velocity and variety
Be the gatekeeper by embedding generative AI into your workflow
Closing Thought:  "Be a problem solver!”
To Connect with Abby:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/abby-hehemann
Website - https://getresponse.com⁠
To Learn more about Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to⁠⁠ https://umbrellaus.com

060: To Stand Out Swim Against The Flow With Ian Anderson Gray

Welcome to another great episode of the Marketing Umbrella Podcast.  As always, this podcast was created to bring you the best and brightest in the marketing space…
Our guest today is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and is the host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. He helps entrepreneurs to level up their impact, authority and profits by using live video confidently. He's founder of Seriously Social - a blog focused on live video and social media tools. He’s an international speaker, trainer, teacher and consultant. He has a passion for making the techno-babble of live video and social media marketing easy to understand. As well as being a geek, husband, and dad to two kids, he is also a professional singer and lives near Manchester in the United Kingdom.
Join me in welcoming a friend to the podcast, Ian Anderson Gray…
Some key highlights include:
It's okay to build a brand around your personal name as long as you are building bigger than yourself
Sometimes you have to swim against the flow to stand out
Video form length is determined by audience needs and wants
Allow your clients to learn with you
ChatGPT and AI in marketing is currently at the "creepy" stage
Closing Thought:  "Shut out the noise and listen to your gut more often!!”
To Connect with Ian:
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/
Website - ⁠http://www.iag.me/⁠
To Learn more about Umbrella and to connect with Itamar Shafir, go to⁠ https://umbrellaus.com