Does your AI-based interface talk to customers the way a real person would or is it tech for tech’s sake? We are here at Forrester CX in Nashville, TN and hearing all about the latest insights and ideas for brands to create better experiences for their customers. Agility is less about bolting on new features just because the tech is available and more about making tomorrow’s experiences feel intuitive and natural to the end customer using them. Today we’re diving into designing for the future of experiences with AJ Joplin, Senior Analyst at Forrester. About AJ Joplin AJ is the lead analyst for Forrester’s research on experience design (XD), design organizations, and design leadership. Helping XD and customer experience (CX) leaders develop and deliver on research-based strategy is AJ’s professional passion. She has observed that the most effective organizations combine clear purpose with the right people and leverage systems to clarify decision-making, prioritization, and workflows. AJ also has years of workshop facilitation experience in human-centered design and design thinking. Using her professional coaching skills, AJ bring clients through ambiguity and into alignment on what matters and what’s next. Resources Forrester: https://www.forrester.com https://www.forrester.com Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 " Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…
Despite being under pressure from a variety of media offerings, radio continues to thrive. Prof Franz Kruger chats to Helen Boaden, Daryl Ilbury and Leslie Ntloko about the state of radio in South Africa, the continent and across the world. #radiowontfall will look at trends in innovation and technology, as well as the relationship between audiences and radio brands in a changing landscape.
Despite being under pressure from a variety of media offerings, radio continues to thrive. Prof Franz Kruger chats to Helen Boaden, Daryl Ilbury and Leslie Ntloko about the state of radio in South Africa, the continent and across the world. #radiowontfall will look at trends in innovation and technology, as well as the relationship between audiences and radio brands in a changing landscape.
Liesbeth Tjon A Meevw who gives a presentation about what it means to be a journalist from and for the African diaspora. How diasporas always look for comparisons and commonalities, and how the world is becoming our home.
Working alongside Kagiso Media, Travis Bussiahn and his team developed two streaming projects aimed at traditional radio audiences. A year into these services, Travis shares learnings and successes in a very new media landscape in the South African context.
Sound Africa is a new space for creative non-fiction from the African continent. The Sound Africa podcast series is a range of documentaries illuminating life through the power of radio. Whether it be the story of a small Northern Cape town hosting the Square Kilometer Array, or the story of Pierre and Yolanda Korkie, Sound Africa.org tells a truly African story.…
Eric Eisen (Marketing Manager: SoCast - Canada) The ability to monetise non-traditional platforms is a key area to ensure financial sustainability in the media sector. Eric Eisen explains how to successfully develop strategies and techniques around selling digital platforms in an ever-evolving technological world. Presentation Slides — PDF (2.2 MB)…
George Wright (Head of Internet Research and Future Services: BBC – United Kingdom) Heading up a team of innovative thinkers and tech trendsetters, George Wright talks about the process of innovation in the radio industry. George will share some thinking and examples of the work currently being carried out by the BBC.…
Yafa Fredrick (Managing Editor: World Policy Journal) The Panama Papers is an unprecedented investigation that reveals the off-shore links of some of the globe’s most prominent figures. A conglomerate of media partners has spent a year sifting through 11.5 million leaked files to expose the off-shore holdings of prominent figures. Yaffa Fredrick explores the leak’s biggest stories in a podcast series for Africa Investigates, an African Network for Centers of Investigative Reporting and World Policy Institute joint initiative.…
The DAB trials have been running in South Africa for more than a year. Lynn Mansfield and Roelf Petersen give an overview of the progress that has been made in the country. In this session, the new LG DAB handset will also be on display – a first in Africa.
The traditional radio journalist is facing a changed work environment as technology connects broadcasters and audiences, and allows the transfer of information to happen immediately. The need to verify and to ensure balanced reporting is, however, still non-negotiable. Angie Kapelianis deals with the skills and environment of operating in the field in ensuring that the story gets told as quickly and accurately as possible. If this is your aim, this Master Class is for you.…
Radio people who believe audience research are few and far between. The recently-launched Broadcast Research Council aims to provide accurate audience measuring for the South African radio industry. Clare O’Neil will present the future of audience research and the session will create insight for broadcasters and marketers interested in the future of radio research.…
Mathapelo Mofokeng (Programme Director: The Children’s Radio Foundation) Teaching children to better communicate and tell their stories empowers the youth within their communities. Mathapelo Mofokeng talks about how the Children’s Radio Foundation changes lives through story-telling.
Zane Derbyshire (Programme Manager: East Coast Radio) In this session we will walk through a series of tips and techniques to best coach and develop on-air teams and DJ’s. The concepts like building memorable moments, selling the music, using callers, using imaging and all-round great technique will also be discussed. This interactive session caters for both programmers and presenters as the process of creating powerful radio is a joint responsibility.…
Being a very politically-charged and war-ravaged area, the CAR is a delicate environment for media practitioners. Father John Mangenou shares his experiences of the radio landscape in this territory and how radio can positively impact the lives of citizens and their journey to peace.
Often described as the glue that keeps the sound of a radio station together, imaging and production form an essential part of any radio format. Xxx guides a very interactive session in radio imaging and shares ideas in creating the perfect sound for your station.
Community radio relies heavily on the use of volunteer staff. The ability to balance an effective training schedule, good programming and time management is a major driver in managing volunteer staff. Both the Universities of Stellenbosch and The Witwatersrand run well-managed staff and volunteer-based radio stations. Charita van der Berg and Mike Smurthwaite share their secrets.…
Nick Efstathiou (General Manager: OFM) Programming and marketing departments in radio stations often meet in a common activation space. Nick Efstathiou details best practices in ensuring both client and radio station enjoy maximum benefit from an event. Having spent both time as a programming and marketing manager, Nick understands the challenge to ‘Think Big’ and to guarantee results for a paying client.…
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