On this week's Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone is joined by Cindy Shen, Head of Account Management, EMEA at Everflow. With over 20 years of marketing experience, Cindy brings a unique perspective from traditional marketing to the affiliate space. Together, they explore how breaking down departmental silos and fostering cross-team collaboration can dramatically transform affiliate program performance and reputation.

Our thanks to Everflow.io as our sponsor, this season.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[04:30] Why affiliate marketing remains misunderstood despite its growth.
[09:20] Case study of successful cross-team collaboration in a mobile app company.
[19:50] Tracking beyond initial conversion to maximise customer lifetime value.

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In this introductory episode of Season 21 of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone is joined by Michael Cole, SVP of Marketing for Everflow. They discuss the importance of tracking and attribution, the challenges brands face in recognising the full value of affiliate partnerships, and the need for a broader understanding of customer journeys beyond immediate transactions. The season will provide you with insights, case studies, and practical strategies for affiliate managers to enhance their programs and demonstrate their value to stakeholders.

We are delighted to welcome Everflow.io as our sponsor, this season – let’s kick off Season 21 with Lee-Ann in conversation with Michael!

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[01:45] Introduction to Affiliate Marketing Season 21
[06:46] The Importance of Tracking and Attribution
[12:12] Challenges in Affiliate Marketing Perception

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#AffiliateWINS: Your Victory Lap Starts Now!
Time to flip the script: less calling out, more calling UP. Share your affiliate marketing triumphs, champion your outstanding partners, and spread the wisdom that's working.

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As Season 20 of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast concludes, host Lee-Ann Johnstone looks back at the wealth of insights shared by industry trailblazers across ten compelling episodes. From content creators who stumbled into affiliate marketing and now command audiences of millions, to targeted approaches for finance and B2B markets, Season 20 delivered practical wisdom for affiliate professionals of every stripe.

Change drives the affiliate marketing world, and this season captured the swift evolution happening throughout the industry. With AI advancements, content creation shifts, and fresh partnership models emerging, the podcast remains the essential resource for staying ahead of these transformations.

As we wrap up this season, we're excited to highlight three major trends that dominated our conversations and will continue to shape the affiliate landscape in the months ahead.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[02:11] Affiverse Updates: Issue 3 of the Affiverse magazine, our brand new website (featuring a FREE directory), and our upcoming Elevate 2025 Summit.
[25:15] Sage Accounting's Alexander Feist, the head of affiliate marketing, talks about the rapid evolution of B2B affiliates.
[31:30] Irina Makarova, CMO at PIN-UP Partners, shares actionable insights on scaling affiliate programs and entering new markets.

Thank you for your support throughout 20 seasons of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast! Join us next week as we delve into Season 21.

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We’re back with another enlightening episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast. This week, Irina Makarova, CMO at PIN-UP Partners, shares her experience transitioning from FinTech to iGaming. Irina shares how PIN-UP Partners maintains its market-leading position through community building, transparency, and strategic market expansion. This conversation offers valuable lessons on leveraging branding to create loyal affiliate communities and identifying emerging market opportunities that can benefit both new and established affiliate programs.

Our thanks go to PIN-UP Partners for sponsoring this episode.


Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[05:22] Building brand community through merchandising.
[21:10] The transparent approach to affiliate partnerships.
[29:54] Strategic expansion into cricket betting markets.


About Our Episode Sponsor:
This episode is proudly sponsored by PIN-UP Partners, one of the fastest-growing affiliate programs in the iGaming industry. Their commitment to transparency, innovation, and affiliate success has established them as market leaders.

PIN-UP Partners recently launched their own internal podcast series exploring industry trends and best practices - check it out here.

Discover more about the PIN-UP Partners program.


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In this episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, host Lee-Ann Johnstone speaks with Jodie Millward, the Agency Partnerships Lead at Linkby. They discuss the evolution of affiliate marketing, focusing on the shift from traditional CPA models to CPC-driven content. Jodie shares insights on how Linkby empowers brands, especially smaller ones, to access premium content without upfront costs. The conversation highlights the importance of performance marketing, brand awareness, and the potential of Linkby as a future leader in performance PR. Practical tips for brands looking to leverage the platform are also provided, along with trends in the affiliate marketing landscape.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[03:19] Understanding CPC vs CPA in affiliate marketing
[13:44] Performance marketing and brand awareness
[18:28] Practical advice for small to medium brands

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In this episode, Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Alexander Feist, Head of Affiliate Marketing at Sage, discussing the rapid growth of B2B affiliate marketing. They explore the importance of building strategic partnerships, the challenges of global program execution, and the need for innovative commission structures. Alexander shares insights on creating a community around affiliate programs and offers valuable tips for affiliate managers. The conversation also touches on future trends in B2B affiliate marketing, emphasising the role of technology, content-driven affiliates, and the significance of human interaction in building successful partnerships.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[05:05] The Growth of B2B Affiliate Programs
[11:30] Global Strategies for Local Markets
[26:11] Future Trends in B2B Affiliate Marketing

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In this episode, Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Stephen Davis from Finder.com, discussing the intricacies of finance affiliate marketing. Stephen shares his journey into the finance sector, the current state of the industry, and the importance of understanding user behaviour. The conversation also covers effective pitching strategies for affiliate managers, the onboarding process for new clients, and the strict compliance regulations that govern the finance industry. Tune in as Stephen debunks common myths about finance affiliate marketing and shares insights on successful partnerships.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[05:22] The current state of finance affiliate marketing.
[16:40] Navigating compliance in finance affiliate marketing.
[26:23] One tool or resource that every finance affiliate/ manager should look at.

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In this podcast episode, Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Greta Dunne, founder of Marker Video, discussing the importance of authenticity in marketing. They explore the rise of micro-influencers, the impact of user-generated content, and how brands can leverage authentic content to build trust with consumers. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in content creation and the future of social media marketing.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[07:30] “Every person is a micro-Influencer”
[09:04] The Role of AI in Authentic Content
[17:41] Leveraging Authentic Content for Brands

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