Organic social media, press relations, website updates, branding and all things marketing for a theatre and studio.

Manisha spoke to James on the podcast about the joy of working with artists and creative people, marketing for theatre and a diverse selection of shows. And also promoting upcoming shows, aiding the show's production company if they don't have their own marketing team...

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

Performance marketing for supplements using PPC, SEO and AI - and using all tools for sales on socials.

Hollie spoke to James on the podcast about a change in the crossroads of marketing, what led her to the role of SEO in marketing and fully immersing herself in educational events linked to SEO, in-house marketing and being SEO-friendly!

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

How important are brands to the consumer? Steve Kelly from Cora housebuilder speaks about the lack of focus on the customer experience, how housebuilding tends to focus on the builder, or the estate agent - and how that needs to change. His role in merging sales, marketing and customer experience is doing just that.

And how has Steve taken his experience of head of marketing of Harley-Davidson to a completely different market? James speaks with Steve about the similarities with brands... it's all about their needs, their wants. Hear how Steve took his experience from a classic lifestyle brand to the housing market with brand storytelling and emotional connection.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE London, March 2025

When we talk about marketing trends, we talk about websites, social media, podcasts...but marketing events seem to get pushed to the side. Gina from Mash Media event management company talks about the recent rise in the events for the marketing industry.

Marketing budgets are decreasing, but within that, event budgets are increasing...this episode James speaks with Gina about the importance of live events, the face-to-face engagement and how it is such an effective tool for marketers. And how brands should have live podcasts at events to really capture their audience!

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE London, March 2025

There is a huge amount of MarTech out there for marketers. For some it can be very overwhelming and sometimes confusing - have you invested in the correct tools? Do you use them enough? James speaks with Charlie about the growing investment of MarTech, and how to cut through the noise.

In this episode, Charlie speaks with James about the need for leveraging value from the tools that you have already invested...and before marketing teams think about the 'next best thing' such as AI, focus on what tools you already have and how to fully utilise your MarTech investment.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

AI is taking over every conversation, especially for marketers. Adela talks about how adopting these tools and implementing them into your everyday marketing practice is important and should be considered. Are you implementing AI as part of your strategies just yet? If not... don't fall behind.

As marketers, we have many AI tools at our fingertips. In this episode, James speaks with Becky about her role as marketing manager and how others can utilise AI and digital tools to complement their marketing strategies, not take over.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE London, March 2025

In this podcast episode, Marketing Director Lauren Juster from the Folio Society discusses the critical role of strong creative and storytelling in building a compelling website. She shares insights into how a well-crafted narrative can engage visitors and create an emotional connection with a brand. Lauren also highlights the challenges of maintaining consistency while evolving creative strategies to stay relevant in a competitive market.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Twickenham, March 2025

Fran Roberts of Reaktion Books dives into the art of marketing with a limited budget, offering practical advice for small businesses. This episode focuses in on utilizing low-cost digital tools, organic social media growth, and word-of-mouth strategies to maximize visibility. The conversation also covers the importance of building a strong brand identity and nurturing customer relationships to generate long-term success.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Twickenham, March 2025

As marketers, we have many AI tools at our fingertips. In this episode, James speaks with Becky about her role as marketing manager and how others can utilise AI and digital tools to complement their marketing strategies, not take over.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

In front of a live audience, James discusses with Remmy how we can learn from the marketing strategies of Nike, and how it has evolved its brand to stay relevant to their audience through storytelling.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

Marketing in education: how content marketing is working alongside the growing educational sector and how educating others through marketing can ensure a better future for children.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

Personalisation or BUST: James speaks with marketing manager Helen about the importance of personalisation in marketing; how to utilise data to target your audience with who the individual is, what their aspirations are as a business and how CRMs can organise that data to streamline the marketing process.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

Learning about a unique channel; a British sign language interpreting agency, specialising in all forms of non-verbal communications supporting the deaf and hard of hearing.

Sophie spoke to James on the podcast about not just translating BSL (British Sign Language), but using all types of tools for deaf people and using different forms of visual content for marketing to the deaf community. They discuss tools for everyday tasks such as making calls to the doctors, an online BSL translating service and encouraging digital communication such as Whattsap.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

Small teams and tech: James speaks with Mai Mai about how to navigate the balance between using AI, digital and software tools in marketing - and not to go with all the latest trends.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

Going solo: James speaks to Kirsty about marketing in hospitality, the highs and lows of being the only person in your team, imposter syndrome and the challenges of writing for a broad audience.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

Many marketers face the challenges of running the entire marketing function on their own. In this episode James sits down with Katie to discuss how to leverage tools, technology and strategies to accomplish the job of many, on your own!

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

In front of a live audience we discuss AI and in particular the security concerns as it becomes more common place in all our roles.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

We get down to the gritty details of the biggest challenges marketers are facing with agency owner Katie Barber.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

As marketers, what can we learn from combat sports? James sits down with CEO of MMA promotion Caged Steel, Dominic Gibbs to discuss the business how they attract crowds and what all marketers can take from the fight world!

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Sheffield, February 2025

In this episode we sit down with Emma, CMO of Aire Logic to discuss the hidden value of social media comments.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

Brand's a funny thing. Unlike most of our other channels and campaigns, it's almost totally immeasurable. So how if we can't see if it's working or not can we decide if it's in need of a little TLC or a serious overhaul. In this episode of our LIVE podcast recorded at The Etihad, we hear from Founder of Canny Creative, Tony Hardy as he shares his wisdom on rebranding, when it's required and some key things to consider if you do decide to do it.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

In this episode we hear from Gaile Marketing Manager at The Growth Company after our keynote on why quality leads are getting harder to acquire.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

If I told you a heated skirting board manufacturer based in Atherton has the blueprint to grow their social media to 5 million views a month, would I have your attention? In this LIVE episode recorded at our Manchester show, we sit down with Ethan Wadsworth, their Sales and Marketing director to chat about everything from their appearance on Dragons Den to growing a serious social media following.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

Fish tanks, underwater cameras and engagement - event life while working for an agency!

Making the move from agency life to in-house and how to scratch the itch of new pathways and taking skill sets with you. Lynsey spoke to James on the podcast about only being 5 weeks in to her role and the advice she would give to people at a career crossroads.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

Patrick, Marketing Manager at BT, sat down for this most recent episode after one of our keynote talks discussing data and technology and how to use it to your advantage.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

When it comes to social media, there are some brands that just get it right (and some that really don't!). In this LIVE episode of our podcast recorded in Manchester, we're joined by MarTech founder and social media guru, James Urquhart who chats through examples of brands that nail their social media campaigns and breaks down how we as marketers can pull some of that success into our campaigns

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Manchester December 2024.

"fresh off the stage" keynote speaker James Crossland sits down with one of our visitors Hope Nwaiwu, Marketing Manager at Bibby Financial Services to discuss marketing automation, AI and how we can work together in harmony.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

Lauren Colbeck is the CMO of Peppermint Technology and on this episode of our podcast she sits down with our host, James and keynote speaker Jordan Pincombe, fresh off the back of his talk on how marketers can streamline their creative processes across their marketing department.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

In this episode, recorded in front of an audience of marketers at our Birmingham show, we discussed the keys to getting ahead on Linkedin with CEO and founder of Bobble Digital, Manni Singh.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

Will and Sean head-up the team at leading agency WebBox, they speak to 1000's of marketers at events such as ours. In this episode they discuss the most common questions they are asked by marketers at the minute.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

Kate is the marketing manager of environmental behemoth RSK and fresh of the back one of our SEO talks, discusses what she learned and how it challenged what she knew before attending.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

Black Friday is one of the biggest dates in the calendar for a marketer. We were lucky to get 10 minutes to breakdown the keys to a successful Black Friday campaign with Marketing Manager of Sainsbury's Bank, Ash Ali. Recorded in front of a live audience at our Birmingham show.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

Off the back of one of our talks on marketing strategy and running an effective marketing department, we chatted to Oliver Turkman who's the marketing manager of B2B company Apton Partitioning.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

We truly believe the power of podcasting for business is phenomenal. At a basic level having a podcast in your business, however niche, is a content powerhouse that can feed other channels of your marketing mix. In this episode, recorded in front of a live audience, we have two serial podcasters, both called James, to discuss key tips.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham 2024.

The technique of selling property to those that aren't in the market...

Roman spoke to James on the podcast about how estate agency is much more than buying and selling property - its about educating, using marketing techniques and tools for reaching a much a wider audience! Photography, descriptions, grammar and social media should NOT be overlooked.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

Jo Thompson, Marketing Manager, Whitehead Ross who are mid-website build, shares their insights and keys to getting that right alongside what they learned in a seminar regarding audio marketing.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Bristol 2024.

Georgia Duddridge, UX/UI Designer, Synertec shares with us, live from our Bristol event, the keys to designing a brilliant website.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Bristol 2024.

Nicky Yeoman, Head of Marketing, SC Group sits down with James in The Studio at our Bristol event to discuss the challenges and opportunities around events and exhibiting.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Bristol 2024.

We're joined by Naquita Lloyd-Edwards, Engagement Officer from Whitehead Ross and our keynote speaker James Urquhart, Founder of Rupert as we discuss making the most of the comment section on social media.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Bristol 2024.

We're joined by Carrie Garvey who looks after the marketing at Yorwaste. She chats about following trends in marketing... the good, the bad and the ugly.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Leeds 2024.

Liam Mould works on Social Media for Pennyappeal who are a charity that provide poverty relief across Asia, The Middle East and Africa, he shares his thoughts on how to make the most of the comments section on social media.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Leeds 2024.

We sit down together Chelsi Smith, Marketing Officer from Steeper alongside Adam Oldfield, CEO of Force24 fresh of Adam's keynote at our Leeds event and the "7 deadly sins of a marketing department".

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Leeds 2024.

We sit down with Holly who is the Digital Marketing Experience Manager from Mind the mental health charity. We talk about the "mental health spike" and how the marketing team behind the charity plan and operate day to day.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Tottenham Hotspur 2024.

Join us for a really interesting conversation with Helen Donkin about her role as Head of Marketing at Henshaws.

We dig into what it's like to promote the work of a charity, and Helen's journey into her current role, and more.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Old Trafford 2024.

We chat to Ming from Manchester City about his role as Digital Analytics Manager.

He gives some amazing insights into how the club use data and the scale of communicating with a worldwide fanbase.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Old Trafford 2024.

Marketing for financial technology, making the most of budgets and 'selling it' to the executive team and the CEO - and proving success to the C suite!

Tom spoke to James on the podcast about starting out with no marketing department, growing the marketing side of the business, and setting the foundations of a desired marketing team and its goals!

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Birmingham, April 2025

Jon visits our studio at marketingSHOWCASE Old Trafford to tell us more about Close Brothers Asset Finance.

How do you market something with such a specific audience?

And Jon reveals what he'd like to change about the marketing world.

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Old Trafford 2024.

Adam is CEO at Force24 based in Leeds and shares some amazing insights on his approach to key marketing challenges like email and automation.

If you're looking for a fresh perspective on the things you're doing every day, this is the perfect starting point.

Find out more about Force24's awesome work at https://force24.co.uk/

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Southampton 2024.

We're joined by Helen Freeston who is Marketing Director at Paris Smith, a full service law firm with offices in Southampton and Winchester.

Helen shares her thoughts on how to market services which are often quite complex and why she believes so strongly in getting out and meeting people.

Find out more about Paris Smith at https://parissmith.co.uk/

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Southampton 2024.

Nic recently oversaw a complex and length rebranding process in his role as Director of Group Marketing at HCRG Care Group.

He joins us for a chat about that process, the reasons behind the changes, and the processes they used.

Find out more about HCRG Care Group at https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/

Get the lowdown on marketingSHOWCASE and our forthcoming events at https://mktgshowcase.co.uk/

This show is produced and hosted by James Marriott from our podcast partners Sound Media: https://wearesoundmedia.com/

Podcast recorded at marketingSHOWCASE Southampton 2024.