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Welcome to IMpulse - The Influencer Marketing Podcast, hosted by Prateek Panda of Phyllo. We talk to the best and brightest in influencer marketing to hear their stories and share their experience, creating meaningful and engaging conversations that provoke, educate and inspire.
How Michael Kempner (MWW) Is Rebuilding Trust in a Crisis-Driven World (With AI & Purpose)
IMpulse - The Influencer Marketing Podcast
40 minutes
3 months ago
How Michael Kempner (MWW) Is Rebuilding Trust in a Crisis-Driven World (With AI & Purpose)
In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Kempner, Founder & CEO of MikeWorldWide (MWW) — one of the world’s most respected independent PR agencies. With over 38 years at the helm, Michael shares timeless lessons on building trust, managing reputational risk, and staying culturally relevant in a world of “permacrisis.”
We discuss how MWW blends AI innovation with human storytelling, their crisis simulation strategies, and what it really takes to lead a people-first agency at scale. Michael also shares his thoughts on creator partnerships, risk mitigation, and the role of empathy and authenticity in modern PR.
🎯 Key Topics Discussed:
1. Building trust through authenticity in PR & creator marketing
2. How MWW integrates AI to mitigate brand risk
3. The concept of “permacrisis” & reputation management
4. Crisis simulation: how brands pressure-test their response systems
5. How to future-proof your agency culture with innovation
6. The role of social listening in cultural relevance
7. Lessons from 30+ years of client retention and leadership
7. Why peace of mind is a learned leadership skill
IMpulse - The Influencer Marketing Podcast
Welcome to IMpulse - The Influencer Marketing Podcast, hosted by Prateek Panda of Phyllo. We talk to the best and brightest in influencer marketing to hear their stories and share their experience, creating meaningful and engaging conversations that provoke, educate and inspire.
