Podcast

The Marketing Strategy Series - Interview with Kevin Dunckley: Episode 7

Kevin Dunckley, Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer at HH Global, on the interconnectedness of innovation and sustainability and the post-Covid world of work.

This week, I'm delighted to share my interview with Kevin Dunckley, Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer at HH Global.

HH Global is a renowned marketing execution partner, operating in 44 countries. As its Chief Sustainability and Innovation Officer, Kevin is responsible for driving progress and supporting the values that make HH Global so successful.

In our chat, Kevin's passion for his job and his clients really shines through. He explains the interconnectedness of innovation and sustainability, and shares some fascinating insights into the post-Covid world of work. Did you know, for example, that 40% of all employees are currently considering their next role? That blew my mind.

Timestamps

  • How did you get into marketing? 0:20
  • What does your current role involve? 1:20
  • Your role involves both sustainability and innovation. Which of these do you see as most important? 2:13
  • Do you have any tips on how to think differently? How do you challenge yourself to think in different ways? 3:00
  • What are your tips for aspiring marketeers? 4:35
  • What are your tips for getting started with marketing planning? 5:46
  • Do you have an example of a brand that's really effective at marketing? What challenges do you find when implementing marketing plans with clients? 9:20
  • The importance of knowing the customer 10:30
  • How has Covid changed your work and your clients' work? 11:22
  • What do you think are the most common pitfalls marketers face, and how can we overcome them? 16:05
  • What advice would you give your younger self when you were first starting in marketing? 17:55

I'd like to give a massive thank you to Kevin for taking part in this interview with me. If you want to know more about Kevin and his work, check out his LinkedIn profile.

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