On this special episode of Earned, we're sharing Conor Begley's onsite interviews with creator economy experts and speakers at CreatorIQ Connect 2024. To start, Conor and Danessa Myricks dive into how leveraging micro-communities and tailored messaging can drive authentic connections and build brand loyalty. Then, Kim Larson discusses the innovative ways platforms are using new tools to amplify engagement with emerging creators and enhance audience connections. Milani Cosmetics CMO Jeremy Lowenstein emphasizes the importance of aligning influencer voices with brand values to build genuine and impactful partnerships. AT&T Lead Product, Creator Intelligence Emanuel Macias shares how centralizing influencer strategies can maximize ROI, streamline creator partnerships, and enhance brand consistency. With BeatBox's Apphia Castillo, the conversation shifts into why prioritizing creators' unique styles fosters authenticity and connecting with diverse audiences more effectively. Finally, the growing importance of valuing creator engagement and meaningful content over follower count is broken down by Lloyd D'Souza, SVP Global Head of Central Video at Condé Nast. Connect with the Guests: Danessa's LinkedIn - @danessamyricks Kim's LinkedIn - @kimlarson Jeremy's LinkedIn - @jeremylowenstein Emanual's LinkedIn - @emanmacias Apphia's LinkedIn - @phiphibb Lloyd's LinkedIn - @lloydsouza Connect with Conor Begley & CreatorIQ: Conor's LinkedIn - @conormbegley CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq Follow us on social: CreatorIQ YouTube - @TribeDynamics CreatorIQ Instagram - @creatoriq CreatorIQ TikTok - @creator.iq CreatorIQ Twitter - @CreatorIQ

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