This week, we're sharing a panel discussion from the "Naavik Gaming Podcast" hosted by David Taylor. Matt's joined by Harry Bienenstock, Head of Growth at Voldex, and Evan Zirschky, CEO of Turning Tables. It’s a great conversation about how brands and advertisers can engage with Roblox.

In 2023 alone, 240 brand activations took place on Roblox, doubling from the previous year. Gaming activations can produce a variety of results, so how can brands understand where it is best to navigate their innovative marketing budgets to reach specific goals on these platforms? We hope you enjoy these highlights and make sure to check out the full episode on Naavik's podcast page here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naavik-gaming-podcast/id1568736386?i=1000669436944

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This week we're sharing an interview Matt did on The Shorty Awards podcast, "It's No Fluke."

Learn more about how Matt has driven 20x revenue growth over four years, spearheaded multiple M&A transactions, overseen international expansion, and supported the company’s IPO while building a dedicated team of high-performing, talented individuals.

Hear about how Matt's background leading Endeavor’s digital and social media operation helped establish Marvel Comics' entertainment studio and launch Marvel.com!

We hope you enjoy this episode and check out the "It's No Fluke" podcast! See you next week for more episodes of B.E.A.M.

Listen to It's No Fluke here:

https://shortyawards.com/its-no-fluke-podcast

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On this week’s B.E.A.M. podcast, Matt talks about three news stories relating to immersive media, marketing and AI. Listen as Matt discusses how luxury brands can engage with the metaverse and how marketers should replicate their YouTube strategy on Roblox. Finally, Matt shares how Meta’s new AI tools have boosted their advertising. You won’t want to miss these key insights!

Links to stories discussed:

• How brands are adapting to new luxury consumer demands
• How brands from Walmart to L’Oreal are stepping up their game in Roblox in 2024
• Meta's ad biz booms with AI

Learn more about the podcast and Super League here:

https://www.superleague.com/beam-podcast

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This week, Matt is joined by Jacqui Bransky (VP of Web3 & Innovation at Warner Records). They discuss what’s broken about the music industry and how artists can leverage their presence in immersive spaces like Roblox and Fortnite. They also go in-depth on their collaboration for the Soundz experience with Bebe Rexha. Listen for great insights from Jacqui about the role music plays in the metaverse!

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https://www.superleague.com/beam-podcast

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This week, Matt is talking about the Top 3 news stories relating to marketing to Gen Z. Listen as Matt discusses
Adidas’ new collaboration with Fortnite. Later Matt analyzes American Eagle’s new campaign. Lastly, he weighs in on Duolingo’s unique approach to notifications.
Listen to the full episode for insights at the intersection of next-gen marketing, immersive platforms and AI!

Links to stories discussed:

• ADIDAS ICONIC THREE-STRIPES LAND IN FORTNITE, BRINGING CUSTOMIZABLE IN-GAME COSMETICS TO PLAYERS GLOBALLY
• AdAge’s Gillian Follett: HOW AMERICAN EAGLE IS TARGETING GEN ALPHA AND MILLENNIALS WITH ITS NEW BRAND PLATFORM
• Business Insider’s Kelli Maria Korducki: The World’s Meanest App

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Learn more about the podcast and Super League here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.superleague.com/beam-podcast⁠⁠

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This week, we’re doing something different: Matt is flying solo to talk about the Top 3 news stories on all things immersive and next gen. First, Matt discusses the challenge brick and mortar retailers face to attract Gen Z customers and how they can embrace tech. Then, Matt delves into brands' relationship with platforms like Fortnite and Roblox. And finally, Matt reviews a story from The Verge about a new AI health initiative. Listen for insights at the intersection of next-gen marketing, immersive platforms and AI!

Links to stories discussed:

1. Forbes’ Megan Poinski on How to Make Gen Z Stop Scrolling and Pay Attention
2. Digiday’s Alexander Lee on Why Fortnite and Roblox still rely on social to drive discovery and engagement of branded experiences
3. The Verge’s Kylie Robison on Open AI and Arianna Huffington are working together on an ‘AI health coach’

Learn more about the podcast and Super League here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.superleague.com/beam-podcast⁠⁠

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This week, Matt has a conversation with co-hosts of the Beyond Pixels show Nodo Ivanidze (Metaviu) and Dan Barry (Web3 & Metaverse Marketing Network)! They talk about how the metaverse is the new social network. They discuss the future of companies like Roblox, Fortnite and Meta. They also analyze challenges from building environments to using tools like generative AI. Make sure to listen to this insightful episode!

Learn more about the podcast and Super League here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.superleague.com/beam-podcast⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Nodo here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nodo-ivanidze/

Follow Dan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrydaniel/

Watch the Beyond Pixels show here: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondPixels_

In place of a BEAM episode this week, we’re sharing an interview Josh Neuman did on the Beyond Pixel show!

Listen to Josh Neuman discuss Super League’s Webby Award winning Imagine Dragons experience. Get the inside scoop about the Webby Awards: what goes into making the show and selecting the categories. This episode also features guests, Claire Graves (The Webby Awards) and Blake Behnam (Sawhorse).

We’d like to thank Dan & Nodo for graciously sharing this episode with us. Look forward to an upcoming conversation with them on BEAM!

Please note, this episode has been altered to fit the audio medium. To watch the original video conversation visit HERE

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Listen to the Beyond Pixels show here: https://beyondpixels.show/