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Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

My choice for the Nobel Peace Prize this year: Chef José Andrés and the World Central Kitchen.

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Moss Appeal @mossappeal.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Catch up on what's up in #media and #marketing via #InsiderInterviews #podcast! My recent episodes feature @rishadt.bsky.social #WendyLund, @mackmckelvey.bsky.social #PeterJones #SheilaMarmon #LouPaskalis and more! Listen on any audio platform or watch at: bit.ly/InsiderInter...

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

One of my favorite episodes to record @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social. I'm so fortunate to be able to work with @bethpyne.bsky.social every day. She gives 400% to everything she touches. Truly an incredible colleague and industry pro.

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

S2 Ep31 Aaron Andalman, co-Founder & Chief Science Officer, Cognitiv chats w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social. Hear about balancing the rigor of academia w/ the fast-paced nature of tech, the science behind gut instincts, key traits of top decision-makers, etc. thecredentialed.com/gut-instinct...

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From Gut Instincts to AI Insights with Dr. Aaron Andalman - The Credentialed

Discover the science behind decision-making in this episode of The Cred Podcast. Mack McKelvey sits down with Dr. Aaron Andalman, Chief Science Officer & co-founder of Cognitiv, to explore gut instinc...

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

RIP to this legend. Listening to her as I sit here working today. #RobertaFlack

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Last night's hockey game (USA vs Canada) is officially in my top 3 favorite games of all time. 🇺🇸🇨🇦 Now...just need the @wshcapitals.bsky.social to win the Stanley Cup this year!

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

S2 Ep26 Hear Gary Goldberg, Founder/President, SquadLocker chat with host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about the role of failure in success: “Take pleasure and triumph in your failures. Don’t fear them... And I tell people I fail forward.” thecredentialed.com/the-role-of-...

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The Role of Failure in Success with Gary Goldberg - The Credentialed

In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Gary Goldberg, Founder and President of SquadLocker, Inc., to explore the complexities of leadership, decision-making, and the po...

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

S2 E25 What ever happened to @jibjabofficial.bsky.social? CEO, Paul Hanges chats w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social about managing an emotional piggyback to leading the fondly dubbed “cockroach of the internet,” Paul shares his take on leadership & spreading joy. thecredentialed.com/bumpers-bets...

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Bumpers, Bets, and Context: Paul Hanges’ Approach to Decision-Making - The Credentialed

In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey chats about decision-making with Paul Hanges, CEO of JibJab, where the mission is to spread joy.

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

I'm writing a series of articles @fastcompany.com on what #marketing capabilities/hires are essential for Seed, Series A, B, C+ companies (based on decades of experience). Here's the 1st article in the series: www.fastcompany.com/90973859/why... (First marketing hire vs first overall hire) #startup

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Why every seed-stage startup founder’s first hire should be a product marketer

By hiring a product marketer, your startup can strategically position itself for product market fit—and ultimately, the critical A round.

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

S2 Ep24 @mackmckelvey.bsky.social talks w/Gina Bianchini, founder/CEO, @Mighty Networks. Gina shares her distinctive approach to decision-making, underscoring the importance of self-care, taking bets, and building a culture where it's safe to fail. thecredentialed.com/people-magic...

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People Magic, Placing Bets & Perfecting the OODA Loop - The Credentialed

In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Gina Bianchini, founder and CEO of Mighty Networks. With an impressive background in the tech world, Gina shares her distinctive ...

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

S2 Ep21 Check out The Horizontal Climb: Marcy Quinn Samet’s Holistic Path to the C-Suite w/host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Hear her unique take on balancing speed w/thoughtful leadership, why she doesn’t believe in work-life balance & more. thecredentialed.com/the-horizont...

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The Horizontal Climb: Marcy Quinn Samet’s Holistic Path to the C-Suite - The Credentialed

In this episode of The Cred Podcast, host Mack McKelvey sits down with Marcy Quinn Samet, Founder and Chief Growth Architect of LBRBCOLLECTIVE, to discuss her unconventional career path to the C-suite...

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

S2 E20 Host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social interviews Ronnie Kwesi Coleman, Founder/CEO, Meaningful Gigs. After selling his prev startup for >$40M, Ronnie seeks to create 100K skilled jobs for Africans. Also learn about how AI is reshaping the future of creative work. thecredentialed.com/solving-hard...

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Solving Hard Problems Through Creative Thinking & Customer Obsession - The Credentialed

In this episode, we sit down with Ronnie Kwesi Coleman, the Co-Founder & CEO of Meaningful Gigs, to explore his remarkable journey from humble beginnings as a college dropout from Ghana to serial entr...

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David Leavitt @davidleavitt.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Dr. King said it best #MLKDay

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Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

What’s the difference between a gov controlling an algorithm, silently eliminating reach for things it doesn’t like, vs the same gov using its power, to demand that the platform remove the things it doesn’t like.? In China they are overt. With TikTok in the US, they control silently

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Casey Newton @caseynewton.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

TikTok is Schrödinger's app, perpetually alive and dead at the same time, depending on random subatomic events that occur out of view

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Sarah Wood @sarahwood.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Never forget.

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Honored to be on the Board of Trustees for Creative Spirit. This morning, we rang the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange. @salientmg.bsky.social

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Alice Wong @sfdirewolf.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

🔥 Sending solidarity to all the seniors & disabled folks trying to survive #LAFires #LAFirestorm2025 📖Receive a signed copy of Disability Intimacy for every $100 donation to @MaskBlocLA 💰Venmo account.venmo.com/u/MaskBlocLA 📩Email receipt: DisabilityVisibilityProject@gmail.com

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Amy Widdowson @amynw.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Listening to @brianosh.bsky.social on storytelling and the importance of being actual, real humans in comms was just what I needed this morning. An encyclopedic / self-reflective convo on changes in media and PR with @mackmckelvey.bsky.social and Heidi Keele open.spotify.com/episode/63vV...

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Building Brands From Within: The Power of Authentic Storytelling with Brian O'Shaughnessy

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

S2 Ep18 Empowering Caregivers: Insights from Michael Walsh, CEO, Cariloop & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social In addition to Cariloop’s vital role in the workplace, Michael discusses his own decision-making process & the evolution of leadership at a growing startup. thecredentialed.com/empowering-c...

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Empowering Caregivers: Insights from Cariloop's CEO - The Credentialed

Michael Walsh shares a deeply personal journey that led to the founding of Cariloop, a platform designed to support caregivers through every stage of their journey. From his own caregiving experience ...

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

S2 Ep17 In this episode, host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social chats with Julie Bernard, #CMO, Lily.ai about her extensive experience in navigating the complexities of the B2B landscape, emphasizing the importance of empowering teams and driving impactful decisions. thecredentialed.com/embracing-ch...

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Embracing Change: A Conversation with Julie Bernard - The Credentialed

Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the leadership journey of Julie Bernard, Chief Marketing Officer at Lily AI. Julie shares her extensive experience in navigating the complexities of...

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

S2Ep16 Connecting Leaders to Their Future Potential w/Stephen Bailey, co-Founder/CEO, ExecOnline & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social Bailey offers invaluable advice on taking ownership of mistakes & fostering a culture of accountability. #leadership #podcast thecredentialed.com/connecting-l...

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Connecting Leaders to Their Future Potential with Stephen Bailey - The Credentialed

Join host Mack McKelvey in an insightful episode of The Cred Podcast as she sits down and discusses the intricate world of decision-making with Stephen Bailey, the co-founder and CEO of ExecOnline.

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Phishers are working overtime this Holiday Season. Stop sending me fake USPS texts, please!

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

OK marketers and product/tech leaders, thoughts?

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The StartUp Marketer @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

From our own @alexstonehouse.bsky.social: I'm so curious to know what others are feeling is their biggest challenge right now, and going into 2025. Drop your opinion on the poll question below, or drop a note in the comments. www.linkedin.com/posts/alex-s...

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Alex Stonehouse on LinkedIn: I'm so curious to know what others are feeling is their biggest challenge…

I'm so curious to know what others are feeling is their biggest challenge right now, and going into 2025. Drop your opinion on the poll question below, or…

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Laurel Rossi is also the co-founder & Chairwoman of Creative Spirit (in addition to being the CRO/CMO, Infillion). She's relentless and extremely inspiring.

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

This was a full-circle moment. Vernon Irvin was my boss for about 10 years at 4 companies. He has been my mentor/sponsor and I owe so much of my professional success to him. I'd encourage you to listen to this episode of @thecredpodcast.bsky.social; this one was a huge thrill for me.

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

#Christmas came early. Flew to Houston on Thursday & drove our newly-adopted baby girl home to Vermont. •12 states • 1800+ miles • 2 1/2 days. Jinx is home. #bullterrier

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Mack McKelvey @mackmckelvey.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Love to hear from rising stars in #startup #marketing. Thank you for sharing your perspectives @thekayprince.bsky.social! Such a great reminder for all of us who are continuously hosting in-person events. #sobriety

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The StartUp Marketer @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

🌟 Meet the Judges for The StartUp Marketer’s 2024 OSSUM Awards! 🌟 The jury is packed with CMOs & senior marketers from top B2B & B2C companies. Gain well-deserved recognition & amplify your company’s achievements. 👉 Enter now: thestartupmarketer.com/ossum-awards/ cc: @bluestripegroup.bsky.social

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The StartUp Marketer @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

S2 Ep5 3X #startup CMO, Miriam Kendall, sat down with hosts: @mackmckelvey.bsky.social & Heidi Keele to explore that coveted #CMO role & the tough realities of startups. Hear why Miriam left Under Armour for the startup world & why she hasn’t looked back. #marketing www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq0F...

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The StartUp Marketer @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

🐙 New week, new ask--who are the innovative #marketers we need to add to our @thestartupmarketer.bsky.social Starter Pack? 👀 We are looking for marketers who work in any corner of the startup world--especially those bringing innovation and disruption to the field AND their companies every day! 🐙

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The Cred Podcast @thecredpodcast.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

S2 Ep9 Transforming Mid-Career Malaise into Mastery w/Adrion Porter & host @mackmckelvey.bsky.social He talks about how he helps people find magic in the middle of their careers, lives, & transitions, rather than staying stuck in feelings of stress & stagnation. thecredentialed.com/transforming...

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Transforming Mid-Career Malaise into Mastery with Adrion Porter - The Credentialed

After undergoing a career shift in his forties, Adrion Porter decided to take a step back and evaluate what purpose-driven work meant to him. For Adrion, that entailed helping people find magic in the...

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