Feb. 23, 2026

Ep. 122 Smarter Media for Mid-Market Brands with Marilois Snowman from Mediastruction

Ep. 122 Smarter Media for Mid-Market Brands with Marilois Snowman from Mediastruction
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Marilois Snowman, Founder and CEO of Mediastruction, discusses her journey in the media industry, focusing on the unique needs of mid-market brands. She highlights the evolution of media spending, the importance of measurement, and the role of AI in optimizing marketing strategies. The conversation delves into the significance of both digital and linear media, the impact of consumer behavior changes, and offers valuable advice for brands looking to enhance their media strategies.


Takeaways

  • Marilois Snowman founded Mediastruction to address mid-market brands' unique needs.
  • The evolution of media spending has shifted significantly towards digital.
  • Mid-market brands often lack the language and understanding of media mix modeling.
  • Education is crucial for brands to understand the algorithms behind media planning.
  • Customization of algorithms is essential for effective media mix modeling.
  • Connected TV is becoming a valuable medium for mid-market brands.
  • Linear TV still holds significant power in marketing strategies.
  • AI can enhance data analysis but requires careful oversight.
  • Consumer behavior is shifting, impacting web traffic and SEO strategies.
  • Brands need a data evangelist to navigate the complexities of marketing data.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mediastruction and Marilois Snowman

01:02 The Genesis of Mediastruction and Marilois Background

02:04 Mid-Market Measurement Gaps and Growth Goals

02:42 The Rise of MMM and the Evolution of Media Spend and Measurement

04:35 Demystifying MMM and Building Customized Paid Media Solutions

06:59 Scaling Beyond Search and Social and Rethinking Channel Mix

08:16 CTV, Linear TV, and the Synergy Effect for Regional Brands

11:02 AI in Marketing Analytics, Hallucination Risk, and Guardrails

13:33 The Shift from SEO to AI-Driven Discovery and Declining Web Traffic

16:08 Advice for Brands: Hire a Data Evangelist and Build Smarter Measurement


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