Welcome To The Speed of Culture Podcast!
To thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape, brands must move at the Speed Of Culture to keep pace.
Join renowned marketing leader Matt Britton, disruptive new media entrepreneurs, and CMOs from the world's leading brands for an in-depth exploration of evolving consumer behaviors, the urgency of adaptation, and actionable strategies to stay ahead.
Presented in collaboration with Suzy and Adweek.
No expiration date: General Mill’s Doug Martin ensures classic food brands stay fresh
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Doug Martin, Chief Marketing Officer at General Mills, to unpack the evolving role of brand building in a world of AI, cultural noise, and shifting consumer expectations. From Cheerios to Progresso, Doug shares how legacy brands c...
Pay to play: Christina Wootton on why brands shell out big bucks to reach Roblox’s 85M daily users
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Christina Wootton, Chief Partnerships Officer at Roblox, about the evolution of virtual communities, the future of digital branding, and how Roblox is helping brands unlock new revenue streams through immersive experiences. Follow Su...
Nuts & Bolts: ACE Hardware CMO Kim Lefko Retools a 100-Year-Old Brand
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Kim Lefko, Chief Marketing Officer at ACE Hardware, to explore how the century-old brand is evolving through personalization, tech-powered loyalty, and a neighborhood-first mindset. Discover how ACE is driving growth with a new su...
Recent Episodes
Pay to play: Christina Wootton on why brands shell out big bucks to reach Roblox’s 85M daily users
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Christina Wootton, Chief Partnerships Officer at Roblox, about the evolution of virtual communities, the future of digital branding, and how Roblox is helping brands unlock new revenue streams through immersive experiences. Follow Su...
Nuts & Bolts: ACE Hardware CMO Kim Lefko Retools a 100-Year-Old Brand
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Kim Lefko, Chief Marketing Officer at ACE Hardware, to explore how the century-old brand is evolving through personalization, tech-powered loyalty, and a neighborhood-first mindset. Discover how ACE is driving growth with a new su...
Secret Menu: CMO Ken Muench Reveals How Taco Bell, KFC and Pizza Hut Stay Fresh
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Ken Muench, Chief Marketing Officer at Yum!, dives into the strategy behind iconic brands like Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut. He discusses digital transformation, balancing automation with human connection, and building culturally resonant brands at scale. F...
Building a Better Burrito: CBO Chris Brandt is Scaling Chipotle with Purpose & Innovation
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Chris Brandt, Chief Brand Officer at Chipotle, about leading with purpose, staying ahead in digital innovation, and building brand love through authenticity, storytelling, and culture. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz Follow Chris...
Moderation Movement: Inside Athletic Brewing’s Nonalcoholic Empire with CMO Andrew Katz
In this episode of The Speed of Culture , Andrew Katz, CMO of Athletic Brewing Company, explores how the brand is redefining the beer industry with nonalcoholic brews. They discuss consumer trends driving the shift away from alcohol, the importance of brand storytelling, and how Athletic Brewing is...
Beyond April 15: How H&R Block’s Year-Round Strategy is Changing Tax Filing with Chief Marketing & Experience Officer Jill Cress
On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Jill Cress, Chief Marketing & Experience Officer at H&R Block, breaks down how AI, digital transformation, and consumer insights are reshaping the tax industry. From helping Gen Z navigate their first tax filings to leveraging AI-powered tools for real-time ...
Inside Overtime: How CEO Dan Porter Built a Billion-Dollar Sports Brand for the Next Generation
On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Dan Porter, CEO of Overtime, breaks down how the next generation of sports fans consume content, why Gen Z is rewriting the rules of engagement, and how Overtime is building leagues, media, and commerce for the digital-first era. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBiz ...
The Future of TV Advertising: Roku’s Sarah Harms on Streaming, Data, and the Rise of CTV
On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Sarah Harms, VP of Advertising, Marketing, and Measurement at Roku, unpacks how Roku is reshaping streaming TV advertising—offering brands smarter audience targeting, advanced measurement, and immersive ad experiences in a fragmented digital world. Follow Suzy on Tw...
Why the Smart Home Revolution Is Here—And What It Means for Brands with LG Electronics, Louis Giagrande
On The Speed of Culture Podcast, Louis Giagrande, CMO of LG Electronics North America, reveals how LG is redefining the future of smart living. From AI-driven appliances to seamless automation, he shares how technology is making everyday life more intuitive and connected. Follow Suzy on Twitter: @A...
About The Host
Meet Our Host: Matt Britton
Matt Britton is a prolific new media entrepreneur, best selling author, and expert on the new consumer. Throughout Matt's career he has consistently built meaningful companies which have changed the way the world's leading brands have evolved to meet the needs of the consumers shifting the business and cultural paradigm.
Currently Matt serves as CEO & Founder of Suzy a leading market research platform that allows the world's leading enterprises to keep their finger on the pulse of the consumer by enabling on-demand market research and uncoverinbg powerful insights. To date Suzy has raised over $100 Million.
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