In this episode of OOH Insider, host Tim Rowe sits down with K.C. McLeod of VideoElephant to unpack how content—not just ad inventory—is shaping the future of Digital Out of Home (DOOH). Who Should Listen: Publishers looking to monetize idle or underperforming screen inventoryAdvertisers & Brands eager to stretch their CTV strategy into the physical worldAd Tech Leaders navigating the evolving standards between DOOH and programmatic videoStrategists & Planners who love ble...

(IWC + EssenceMediacom) x Locala Case Study: https://asklocala.com/casestudy/iwc-foot-traffic-brand-engagement/ The Programmatic Primer: https://www.theoohinsider.com/programmatic-primer/ Summary In this episode with Ed Silhan, CRO of Locala, we explore topics like the digitization of print and similarities with DOOH, how a mobile-first platform evolved into an omnichannel DSP, and bolt-on tools for publishers for planning and attribution. Ed shares insights about the transformation from ...

The Programmatic Primer: https://www.theoohinsider.com/programmatic-primer/ Summary In this conversation, Tim and Eric Tilbury talk about the problems with attribution vs outcome-based measurement and why outcomes ultimately beat clicks and other performance metrics that are often the KPIs of a media buy. Eric talks about the role of programmatic traders in campaign execution and how to unlock the power of one-to-many tactics like DOOH in your next programmatic media buy. Key Topics: The l...

"Automation is 100% the job to be done." - Alvaro Villa, FatTail Summary In this episode of OOH Insider, Tim Rowe and Alvaro Villa discuss the challenges facing DOOH advertising, focusing on the importance of maintaining premium inventory standards, the role of automation in direct sales, and the challenges faced by publishers navigating the Programmatic DOOH explosion. Join us as we explore how FatTail helps publishers like WebMD and The Financial Times with end-to-end ad ops, automating d...

Summary In this conversation, Tim and Emmy-Award Winning Media Researcher, Bill Harvey, Founder/Chairman at Research Measurement Technologies, Inc., unpack the evolution of addressable TV advertising technology, focusing on the development of driver tags and their impact on recommendation engines. Bill shares insights from his early work in the industry, the creation of a system that distilled a million words into 265 driver tags, became the concept of 'Resonance' (vs Attention), and how the...

Summary In this episode of Out of Home Insider, Tim interviews Jeromy Sonne, Founder of Daypart.ai, discussing the evolution of his career in advertising, the challenges of running a DSP, and the transformative role of AI in advertising. Jeromy shares insights on how Daypart.ai has pivoted to focus on B2B marketing and the importance of understanding customer needs in the advertising landscape. The conversation also delves into the practical applications of AI in media buying and the future ...

READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO UNLOCKING THE LONG TAIL? SellMoreDOOH.com Summary In this conversation, Tim and Jonathan Moffie discuss the innovative advertising platform Streamr AI, which leverages generative AI to simplify the process of creating and launching commercials for CTV. They explore how the platform solves challenges for brands and publishers, the future of AI in advertising, and trending industry news. Takeaways Generative AI can create commercials in seconds.The platform...

Connect with Ravi Patel, Founder of Swym.ai https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravipats/ Check Out Swym.ai here: https://www.swym.ai/ Marketing Brew Curation Article https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2024/10/15/the-ad-tech-world-s-newest-buzzword-is-curation Microsoft Exits Retail Media https://www.retailbrew.com/stories/2024/10/15/microsoft-is-reportedly-exiting-its-retail-media-business Like learning about advertising? Learn more about Streaming TV at stateofstreaming.com

Summary In this episode of OOH Insider, Tim Rowe celebrates the fifth anniversary of the podcast and introduces a comprehensive series on programmatic advertising. We discuss the current state of global advertising spend, the shift towards DOOH, and the importance of understanding programmatic trading. Tim emphasizes the need for direct sales strategies and best practices for private marketplace (PMP) deals while navigating the challenges of open auctions and remnant inventory. The episode c...

Summary In this episode of the Marketecture podcast, host Ari Paparo is joined by Eric Franchi and Tim Rowe, founder of the OOH Insider podcast, to dive into the world of Out-of-Home (OOH) and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising. The episode kicks off with an exciting scoop about a recently published deck from DoubleClick (get it here), revealing insights that highlight their conservative estimates regarding media revenue. From there, it's an action-packed conversation about Why D...

Summary In this episode of OOH Insider, Tim and Chris Kane from Jounce Media discuss the complexities of Supply Path Optimization (SPO) in the context of DOOH advertising. They explore challenges posed by fragmentation in the RTB supply landscape, sources of demand for DOOH inventory, and strategies employed by networks that are succeeding in this space. The conversation also delves into programmatic advertising's implications and the role of ad networks, emphasizing the need for screen owner...

Summary In this episode, Tim discusses the critical distinction between Connected TV (CTV) and Digital Out of Home (DOOH) advertising with guests Stephen Brooks and Rob O'Rourke from AdXact.io. They explore the importance of content adjacency in unlocking CTV dollars for DOOH, the impact of this integration on the advertising ecosystem, and the role of AdExact in facilitating seamless campaign activation across channels. The conversation also delves into the significance of measurement and r...

The retail media advertising category has experienced explosive growth, with spending expected to reach $141 billion in 2024. This surge has seen retail media evolve from a niche segment to a dominant force in digital advertising, led by giants like Amazon and Walmart. But as retail media networks expand beyond traditional search formats into video, audio, one question remains - how can OOH capture more share of wallet and ride this wave? 📌 Why You Should Listen: This episode is packed with ...

Curious about how AI is disrupting media buying? If so, then this episode is a must-listen! We dive deep with Brecker Brees, Founder of Preflect, a platform aiming to replace media buying agencies with AI. 🤖 The Origin Story of Preflect: Brecker shares the story of why Mark Cuban invested in an AI Media Buying platform. AI in Media Buying: Understand how AI is being used to unlock efficiencies and drive growth for some of the fastest-growing brands. Impact of iOS 14.5: Learn how the chan...

Ever wondered what it takes to go viral on DTC Twitter for the right reasons? Meet Cory Gill, who did just that with his groundbreaking research on the Shopify App Store. 🛒 📌 Why You Should Listen: Whether you're a Shopify app developer, an e-commerce enthusiast, or just curious about the inner workings of app stores, this episode is packed with insights. Cory's research sheds light on the often-overlooked B2B app store ecosystem and offers actionable takeaways for anyone looking to impr...

We sit down with Ben Sharf, Co-Founder of Platter, to discuss making the leap from being an Agency to becoming a SaaS. 🎧 Episode Highlights: Taking The Leap: Discover what made Ben turn down a lucrative consulting job just 12 hours before his first day to join an early-stage COVID testing startup that scaled to $50 million in revenue in just five months. Identifying Pain Points: Platter started as an e-commerce agency. Ben shares how they identified recurring pain points in the Shopify ec...

The Art of Agency Acquisition: What Kyle Hunt Looks for in a Buyout Are you built to scale? Built for sale? Or built for fail? TL;DR: Tune into this episode of OOH Insider with Tim Rowe and Kyle Hunt if you’re thinking about starting your own ad agency, especially if you want to work with D2C and ecom brands. Learn the key pitfalls that make an agency unacquirable The critical difference between working in your business vs. on your businessAnd the seasonal dynamics that impact ad spendin...

There are more than 4.4M sites hosted on Shopify. Best known for as a powerhouse platform enabling DTC and E-Commerce brands, Shopify isn't just for boutique challengers. It's trusted by Blue Chips like Heinz, Tesla, and Red Bull too, but regardless of size - your site speed is a HUGE part of your customer's experience and ultimately, revenue 🤑 Why does it matter? Because media money drives interest. Interest drives intent. And intent shows up as bricks or clicks - store visits or web visi...

In this week's episode, Zachary Pardes, co-founder of Black Valley, a modern media collective, and shares his expertise on how out-of-home advertising can be a game changer for brands. From the power of tangible marketing to the importance of creative and engaging content, Zach breaks down the strategies for cutting thru the clutter with big, bold OOH - how in a world saturated with fake influencers and AI, OOH advertising stands out as a genuine and authentic way to connect with consumers....

Top 10 Takeaways 📰 Brands should focus on acquiring new customers rather than overspending talking to existing customers via paid media. Why? Because the reported ROAS for existing customers is typically higher than the actual incremental ROAS.Incrementality testing is critical to determining the true impact of different marketing channels. Try This: Match market tests can help identify the incremental revenue generated by specific channels.Balancing media spend between creative and actual ...