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.

This week on Millennium Live, we’re diving deep into one of the most complex — and costly — issues facing health plans today: payment integrity. Matt Akromis, VP of Client Success at AMPS, joins the podcast to break open the "black box" of traditional payment integrity systems and explain why many payers are unknowingly leaking millions. Matt reveals the industry shifts making payment integrity is more essential than ever, the blind spots in legacy solutions, and the critical importance of reviewing high-dollar claims before they’re paid. He shares real-world results from AMPS’ innovative tools, highlighting ClaimInsight. If you’re evaluating vendors, worried about hidden inefficiencies, or just want to stay ahead of emerging trends in claims management, you'll learn what makes AMPS’ approach smarter, more accurate and why health plans should think twice before sticking with the status quo. This isn’t just another talk about cost containment — it’s a candid conversation about taking control, gaining visibility, and building smarter, more defensible payment integrity strategies. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This episode of MillenniumLive explores how leading retail brands are moving "Beyond Segmentation" to cultivate deep, lasting customer relationships. We're thrilled to be joined by Lara Compton, SVP of Global Marketing at SheerID, whose insights are transforming how retail brands approach personalization and customer engagement. Drawing from a recent roundtable at the Transformational CMO Assembly, Lara delves into personalization strategies that drive new acquisitions, foster loyalty, and maximize Customer Lifetime Value (CLV).  We'll discuss how brands are strategically orchestrating customer journeys with innovative, non-transactional initiatives. Discover the vital role of technology infrastructure and unique KPIs for measuring tangible impact on loyalty and CLV. Lara also addresses ethical considerations for data privacy while building trust and brand affinity.  Tune in to gain insights for enduring growth in a truly customer-centric era. Thanks for listening to another episode of MillenniumLive, where we bring you exclusive conversations with the most forward-thinking leaders transforming the digital enterprise. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this special MillenniumLive episode, we’re joined by Lisa Cole of 2X to unpack one of the most important shifts happening in B2B marketing today—moving from a funnel-obsessed model to one built on pull, not push. Lisa introduces the concept of Brand Gravity, the centerpiece of her new book, and a compelling answer to the fatigue many marketing leaders feel in chasing leads that never convert. She explores how companies can create “digital mass” by investing in three pillars—content, credibility, and community—to attract modern buyers who are invisible in traditional funnels but very much in control. From debunking outdated lead-gen habits to sharing how top brands are building long-term momentum, this episode is a must-listen for CMOs who are ready to ditch the hamster wheel and embrace a smarter, stickier model of growth. Key Themes: Why the traditional B2B funnel is breaking down Brand Gravity and the power of digital mass The new growth stack: content, credibility, and community Shifting internal mindsets from chasing leads to attracting buyers Measuring long-term brand momentum in a short-term world Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In Episode 330, we dive deep into the world of blockchain security with Yev Broshevan, Co-Founder and Chief Business Development Officer at Hacken — a global leader in Web3 cybersecurity and auditing. From massive exploits like the $1.5B Bybit incident to the implosion of FTX, the decentralized world has witnessed some of the most high-profile security failures in digital history. Yev walks us through what really went wrong in these cases — and what must change to prevent history from repeating itself. We explore how today's most pressing cybersecurity threats in blockchain differ from traditional Web2 challenges like ransomware and data breaches, and what enterprises need to understand before venturing into decentralized technologies. Yev also sheds light on the underground world of Web3 attackers — from lone actors to sophisticated nation-state groups like Lazarus — and breaks down how new regulations like MiCA and DORA could reshape the future of crypto compliance, risk management, and trust. If your organization is building in Web3 or just starting to explore blockchain, this episode is essential listening. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

We recently caught up with Jason Averbook, Senior Partner at Mercer, and a leading analyst, thought leader and consultant in the area of human resources, the future of work and the impact technology has on that future. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape every facet of the enterprise, Jason shares how AI is revolutionizing HR practices, from streamlining data processes to driving better workforce planning. We dive into some exciting AI innovations transforming HR today and explore how leaders can use AI to identify and develop critical employee skills, foster agility, and build a more capable workforce now, and for the years to come. Jason also provides transparency with integrating AI into people practices, including strategies that will have a big impact on the enterprise. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we’re joined by Nick Toman, Chief Product and Transformation Officer at SBI, The Growth Advisory. With five acquisitions in just two years—including a cutting-edge AI technology asset—SBI is making bold, strategic moves. We dive into what's behind this accelerated pace of expansion and how it aligns with SBI’s ambitious new market positioning. Nick also breaks down the four key dependencies every CEO should be focused on for growth: talent, customer journey, revenue, and new technology. How are clients responding to SBI’s transformation? What can other leaders learn from this approach? Tune in to this episode of the MillenniumLive Podcast to hear Nick’s insights on the future of growth advisory and what it takes to lead meaningful change in today’s evolving market. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Dr. Tom Milam, Chief Medical Officer at Iris Telehealth to explore how on-demand telepsychiatry is transforming emergency departments and inpatient care, addressing mental health crises with innovative digital solutions. Tom dives into how virtual mental health care—particularly telepsychiatry—is disrupting that status quo, offering timely psychiatric evaluations, reducing unnecessary inpatient admissions, and improving outcomes for both patients and healthcare systems. Tom also discusses the challenges and breakthroughs in implementing telepsychiatry in emergency settings, its integration with hospital EHRs, its role in reducing healthcare disparities, and the promising future ahead with greater innovation such as AI. Whether you're a healthcare leader, clinician, or innovator, this conversation offers vital insights into the digital in-roads redefining mental health care—right where it’s most urgently needed. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we welcome back Will LaForest, Chief Technology Officer at Confluent, to discuss the latest innovations in real-time data streaming and the evolution of Confluent’s platform. Will shares how Confluent has grown far beyond its Apache Kafka roots into a complete Data Streaming Platform (DSP) that’s now trusted by thousands of customers—including 40% of the Fortune 500. We dive into how this platform acts as the "central nervous system" for organizations, powered by Kafka, Flink, Tableflow, and Govern. We explore the major challenges enterprises face with fragmented data, the divide between operational and analytical systems, and how Confluent helps customers “shift left” by reimagining data architecture using proven principles from security and DevOps. Tune in for a another great episode with Confluent, and dive into the future of data in motion—and why it's just getting started. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.