#442: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Industry Voices: Maritz’s Mary Luckey on Reward Strategy, Personalization, and the Future of Loyalty
Send us a text For brands aiming to deepen engagement and create meaningful loyalty experiences, the traditional "earn and burn" model is no longer enough. In today’s Industry Voices, Mary Luckey, Reward Strategy Director at Maritz, shares her perspective on how loyalty programs must evolve to remain relevant — and why reward strategy is at the heart of that transformation. With more than two decades at Maritz — and experience across both consumer and B2B loyalty programs — Luckey focus...
6 Maj 202521min
#441: Executive Spotlight: Tim Glomb, Wunderkind
Send us a text In this Executive Spotlight, Loyalty360 CEO Mark Johnson speaks with Tim Glomb, Head of Operational AI at Wunderkind. Glomb’s unconventional journey—from touring the world with platinum-selling rock bands to producing for MTV and now leading AI operations at a marketing technology powerhouse—offers a fresh, candid view on the future of customer loyalty. With decades of experience on both the brand and tech sides of the fence, Glomb shares his no-nonsense take on brand integrati...
3 Maj 202518min
#440: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Brand Story: Virginia Lottery Bets Big on Customer Loyalty with Purpose-Driven Personalization
Send us a text In a category often rooted in tradition, the Virginia Lottery is proving that innovation in customer loyalty can thrive even in a highly regulated and complex environment. Under the leadership of Prudence Milligan, Senior Customer Strategy Manager, the Virginia Lottery has launched a forward-thinking, points-based loyalty program that not only sets a precedent within the lottery industry but also reflects a larger commitment to community impact and customer engagement. “O...
1 Maj 202524min
#439: Industry Voices: Accelerating Loyalty Through Mobile-First Engagement with Bambu’s Kyle Pretsch
Send us a text Brands are inundated with tools, touchpoints, and evolving consumer behaviors amid increasing economic uncertainty. In the current context the challenge isn't merely building loyalty, it’s operationalizing it at scale and speed. For Kyle Pretsch, President of Bambu, the solution starts with a fundamental shift in perspective: meet customers where they are, move fast, and deliver value with intent. In this edition of Loyalty360’s Industry Voices, Pretsch shares...
29 Apr 202533min
#438: Everyday Getaways and Extraordinary Customer Loyalty: A Deep Dive with Tropical Smoothie Cafe®
Send us a text In today's highly competitive restaurant landscape, standing out requires more than just great food. It demands seamless digital experiences, deep emotional connections, and a loyalty strategy that touches every part of the brand. Tropical Smoothie Cafe is meeting that challenge head-on, leveraging loyalty principles to create what it calls “everyday getaways” for its guests. At the heart of this effort is Melissa Cummings, Vice President of Digital Marketing. With over t...
24 Apr 202525min
#437: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Industry Voices: Switchfly’s Nowell Outlaw on Travel as the Ultimate Loyalty Catalyst
Send us a text Brands are continually seeking innovative ways to enhance member engagement and provide additional value through their customer loyalty strategies. Integrating travel experiences into rewards portfolios has emerged as a compelling strategy to achieve these goals. In this edition of Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Industry Voices, Loyalty360’s Ethan Perry speaks with Nowell Outlaw, CEO of Switchfly, a travel experience platform that assists companies in creating memorable moments f...
22 Apr 202525min
#436: Executive Spotlight: Ryan Draude, Giant Foods
Send us a text In this Executive Spotlight, Loyalty360 CEO Mark Johnson speaks with Ryan Draude, Head of Loyalty Offer Management and Shopper Marketing at Giant Food. Draude shares his forward-thinking perspectives on building loyalty in a highly competitive and increasingly value-driven grocery market. With experience spanning financial services, hospitality, and retail, Draude brings a rich, cross-vertical understanding to loyalty program leadership. He discusses how Giant Food is different...
19 Apr 202537min
#435: Publix’s Approach to Nurturing Loyalty with a People-First, Legacy-Driven Approach
Send us a text For nearly a century, Publix has been a cornerstone of the Southeast’s grocery landscape, earning a level of customer devotion that transcends traditional shopping habits. Founded in 1930 by George Jenkins, the company has grown from a single store in Winter Haven, Florida, to nearly 1,400 stores across eight states, all while remaining true to its founding ethos: take care of your people, and they will take care of your customers. In a recent episode of Leaders in Custom...
17 Apr 202524min
