Regional grocers are emerging as powerful players in the retail media revolution—and they’re doing it by tapping into their physical footprints, community ties, and a “fortune of data.” In this episode of Millennium Live, Ameet Srivastava from Quad joins us to explore how regional retailers are transforming the in-store experience with digital innovation, hyper-localized advertising, and smarter data strategies. From digital shelf messaging to real-world case studies like Vallarta Supermarkets, we dive into what’s working—and what’s next—for retail media at the local level. 💡 Topics include: How in-store tech is reshaping shopper behavior Why regional grocers are attracting national CPG attention The impact of cookie deprecation on retail media networks Real-world success stories from Quad’s In-Store Connect platform Tips for grocers and brands building a retail media strategy Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this healthcare-focused episode, MillenniumLive had the pleasure to have Mara Lederman, Chief Operating Officer at Signal 1, to unpack a critical question in today’s healthcare landscape: Why is AI adoption slowing down—even as enthusiasm continues to rise? Mara brings a deep, operational perspective to the conversation, offering insights into how health systems can move beyond pilot projects and scale AI effectively. Mara provides explanation into the nuances between AI governance vs. AI management, as well as actionable advice on how to lead responsibly without slowing innovation. For healthcare leaders, navigating the complex path of AI deployment can be extraordinarily challenging, but helping health leaders unlock its full potential across their organization is what Signal 1 does best. Key Topics Include: Why so many AI tools stall after pilot phase How health systems can adopt portfolio-level oversight for AI The biggest misconceptions around managing AI at scale What effective monitoring and oversight look like in practice Lessons from other industries for healthcare AI 👉 Tune in to learn how to go from AI hype… to AI impact. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On this episode of Millennium Live, we’re tackling one of the most pressing and rapidly evolving topics in the modern workplace: Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)—and why traditional models are no longer meeting the needs of today’s workforce. Joining the pod is Stephen Sokoler, Founder of Journey, a first-of-its-kind Proactive EAP built to support every employee, every day. Journey combines a high-engagement digital platform with personalized service to help employees access support before challenges become crises. Stephen shares why conventional EAPs fall short, how Journey is reimagining mental health support, and what it takes to foster a culture where employees feel safe and empowered to prioritize their well-being. We’ll explore the future of workplace mental health, boosting benefit engagement, and the power of proactive care in building healthier, more resilient teams. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

And we're back! In this episode of Millennium Live, we’re joined by Laura Bauer, Vice President of Strategy at Iris Telehealth, to explore a pressing challenge facing today’s health systems: how to reimagine emergency department (ED) care pathways for behavioral health patients. Laura brings deep experience from her years in health system strategy to unpack why behavioral health is one of the most critical—and complex—pressure points in care delivery today. She shares how telebehavioral health is quietly transforming outcomes by helping patients receive the right care in the right place, reducing unnecessary ED visits, hospital admissions, and long-term costs. Key Topics Include: Why EDs have become the default front door for behavioral health How to shift from reactive to proactive care models The ROI of investing in behavioral health pathways Real-world examples of innovation—and impact Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to Millennium Live, where we bring you the innovators, leaders, and disruptors transforming the digital enterprise and for this episode in particular, shaping the future of healthcare. We’re diving into the high-stakes world of hospital decision-making — where data, and safety, and efficiency all converge. Our guest is Howard Brick, Chief Business Officer at Etiometry — a company on a mission to transform critical care and help hospitals deliver safer, more standardized, and more cost-effective care without losing sight of the individual patient. Howard shares how Etiometry fits into a CMO’s enterprise-wide strategy, the outcomes hospitals are seeing, and why ROI is no longer just a financial metric — it’s about patient lives and provider bandwidth. We’ll also look ahead at where Etiometry is going next, from innovation to integration. Additional Key Topics: - What problem is Etiometry solving for hospitals and health systems today? - How can technology drive quality, safety, and clinical transformation at scale? - And how is Etiometry using AI in a way that clinicians actually trust? Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to Millennium Live, the podcast where we connect with the voices shaping the digital enterprise and we’re gonna be diving into what it really means to build an agile omnichannel strategy — one that goes far beyond buzzwords and delivers true business value. We’re joined by Marcus Lancaster, Head of Ecommerce and Retail Strategy at Quad, a company helping brands remove friction, connect with consumers in meaningful ways, and create those personalized experiences. As real-time intent becomes increasingly valuable and consumer behaviors shift faster than ever, we’re gonna rely on Marcus to unpack some of the awesome things Quad is doing - like blending online data with offline experiences, and to help marketers rethink insights and move onto what really matters. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Most Americans get their pharmacy benefits from one of the three large conglomerates that control nearly every aspect of the pharmacy supply chain. This broken system consistently puts employers and members last—but this isn’t the only option. In this episode of the Millennium Live podcast, hear from Vidya Drego, VP of Marketing at SmithRx, as she breaks down a new class of modern pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) and the dependable, straightforward, open-book savings they offer. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this critical episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Colby Potter, Analyst at Sayari, to explore the rising urgency of tackling forced labor risks in global supply chains. And with complex regulations in the U.S. and abroad Canada’s S-211, companies are certainly facing growing pressure to not just understand their suppliers—but also reshaping supply chain due diligence. Key Topics Include: Regulatory developments on the horizon, including in the EU and Canada Real-world examples of hidden supplier risks Practical steps for companies beginning their forced labor risk mitigation journey Whether you're just beginning to address these challenges or refining a mature compliance strategy we hope you enjoy this episode & learn a thing or two about how your organization can gain the visibility it needs to stay ahead of regulatory pressure and uphold ethical standards in an increasingly complex global landscape. 📍Millennium Live is available wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗 Learn more about Sayari at sayari.com (http://sayari.com) Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to the Millennium Alliance Podcast, where today’s most innovative minds come together to share bold ideas, strategies, and actionable insights for transforming the digital enterprise. On this episode, ahead of our Transformational CMO Assembly, we're exploring a marketing channel that's often underestimated but consistently outperforms: Email marketing. We're pleased to welcome our guests from our awesome partner - Validity: Guy Hanson, Vice President of Customer Engagement, and Danielle Gallant, Senior Email Strategist. Together, they going to be unpacking one of the most pressing questions in digital marketing today: How do you get C-level executives to truly understand—and invest in—the value of email? Danielle breaks down the tools and strategies marketers can use to make email’s impact crystal clear, from revenue contribution and brand awareness. Guy takes us deeper into KPIs that move the needle, from subscriber lifetime value to accessibility, and reveals how AI is reshaping the future of email performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on #millenniumlive ! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This episode explores the critical intersection of retail operations, product data and AI, while unpacking how optimizing business processes, improving product attribution for compliance, and leveraging AI for smarter conversions are reshaping the future of retail. We’re thrilled to be joined once again by Arnjah Dillard, a retail industry expert with 30+ years of experience transforming how retailers manage their data, products, and processes. Arnjah shares how optimizing areas like product or supplier workflows can drive measurable improvements, and why now is the time to rethink business operations & data compliance. As retailers rush to adopt AI, the quality of foundational product data becomes critical—AI is only as effective as the data it relies on. So whether you're a leader in tech, merchandising, or strategy, this conversation offers practical insights for navigating today’s evolving landscape. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.