5. Frost Prioleau discuss why 24% of us use location-based targeting for offline measurement.
Release Date: 07/24/2019
184. AI, Attribution & Attention: Insights from IAB’s Angelina Eng | Programmatic Digest Podcast
Programmatic Digest
In this episode of the Programmatic Digest, host Manuela Cortes sits down with Angelina Eng, Vice President at IAB, to unpack the evolving world of measurement, attribution, and attention in digital advertising. Angelina shares her deep expertise in helping reduce friction across the ad tech ecosystem and establishing industry best practices through IAB’s Measurement, Addressability, and Data Center. She breaks down the misconceptions around last-touch attribution, the importance of assisted attribution, and how weighting ad formats can better reflect their role in the funnel. We also...
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183. Curate the Path: How DPO + AI Boost Publisher Yield with Petri Kokkonen from Relevant Digital
Programmatic Digest
Petri Kokkonen from Relevant Yield explains how his team helps publishers grow revenue through Demand Path Optimization (DPO), curation, and AI-driven decisioning.
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182. How LATAM is Reimagining CTV with Alberto Grande from EXTE– Live Episode from Cannes Lions 2025
Programmatic Digest
In this special Cannes Lions edition of the Programmatic Digest Podcast (Español), host Manuela Cortes sits down with Alberto Grande, Regional Lead at EXTE, to explore the evolving media landscape in Latin America. Alberto shares how his team built a creative-first programmatic powerhouse from scratch, the growing impact of Connected TV (CTV) across LATAM, and how partnerships like LG are redefining attention metrics. They also dive into market-specific buying behavior, cultural preferences in ad formats, and the challenge of measuring outcomes beyond CTR. If you're curious about how CTV is...
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181. How Programmatic Buyers Think About UGC with Andrew Super from Nextdoor - Live Episode from Cannes Lions 2025
Programmatic Digest
Direct from La Croisette, The Programmatic Digest lands at Cannes Lions 2025 to unpack the biggest stories, trends, and power players shaping the future of advertising. Join us as we interview industry leaders, innovators, and disruptors live from the Croisette—diving into everything from UCG to data privacy and the evolving programmatic landscape. Bite-sized insights. Big-league conversations. Fresh from the beach.
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180. From History Major to MadTech Leader: Heather Macaulay on Tech Stack Clarity, Connectivity, and Career Advice
Programmatic Digest
In this episode of the Programmatic Digest, we sit down with Heather Macaulay, President of MadTech, an AdTech consultancy transforming how teams approach data, integrations, and strategy. Heather shares her unexpected journey into ad tech—from Newbury Street project management to Pubmatic to founding MadTech—and the lessons she’s picked up along the way. We dive into what it really means to have a strong, scalable tech stack, the common mistakes advertisers make when choosing tools, and why platform connectivity is now mission-critical. Heather also breaks down how MadConnect,...
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179. From Intern to Programmatic Media Director: Navigating Career Growth and Industry Insights with David Wiener
Programmatic Digest
In this episode of the Programmatic Digest, we talk with David Wiener, Director of Programmatic Media at a large agency group. He shares how he got started in programmatic as an intern at a small shop while studying at Hofstra and how he worked his way up through companies like Quotient to his current leadership role. David talks about how he stayed motivated during career changes and the challenges many face in this industry, like job stress and feeling stuck. We also talk about how to keep growing and knowing when it’s time to make a move. We then break down what makes campaigns work well....
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178. Audience First, Attribution Always: A Practical Workshop for Traders
Programmatic Digest
This is the third episode in a special 3-part series sponsored by Drako! Check out the YouTube Interview here: In this episode, we sit down with Giorgia Howell, Head of Managed Services at Drako, to break down the art and science of smart programmatic advertising. Whether you’re a newbie trader or learning how to manage client expectations better, this one’s packed with gold. Key Takeaways: Custom targeting is a game changer Use geo-targeting, competitive conquesting, and location data to find the right users in the right places. Don’t skip pre-campaign planning Understand...
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177. Programmatic Media Planning with a Data-First Mindset
Programmatic Digest
This is the second episode in a special 3-part series sponsored by Drako! Check out the YouTube Interview here: In this episode, I talk with Natalia Ruelas from Drako about her journey from studying marketing in Canada to becoming an account manager in programmatic advertising. She shares how important it is to research and measure everything to help campaigns perform better. We discuss why small teams and good communication matter in this complex ad world. We also dive into campaign optimization. Natalia explains why it’s not enough to have a plan, you need SMEs that can...
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176. Choosing The Right Data Partner In The Crowded Programmatic Market
Programmatic Digest
This is the first episode in a special 3-part series sponsored by Drako! In this episode, I talk with Stewart Sullivan, CEO of Drako, about his journey from being a marketing student at Concordia University to leading a fast-growing programmatic data company. Stewart shares what it’s like to work in ad tech as a former trader and why it’s so important for media buyers and data partners to work closely together. You’ll learn how Drako grew from just reselling a DSP to building their own powerful location data tools that help solve real problems for advertisers. We talk about: How to...
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175.5. Programmatic Hands-On Keyboard Training (June Specials)
Programmatic Digest
What it is: A 4-week live accelerator for programmatic traders and ad ops pros who want to level up fast inside the DSP, using real campaigns and walkthroughs. Who it's for: Junior traders who want hands-on experience Client service or ad ops pros managing campaigns In-house marketers pivoting to programmatic Traditional Media Buyer What they’ll get: Weekly live DSP walkthroughs (recorded if they miss it) Campaign optimization using real examples (Bring your own or use our case studies) Slack channel access for Q&A and peer support Hélène’s personal feedback on one campaign...
info_outlineThis week, we discuss Washington Post's new contextual beast - Zeus. Is IGTV the new YouTube? Some YouTubers are using IGTV as a testbed. Despite all rumors, Netflix will remain "Ad-Free". Were you part of the 80 million users of the FaceApp? Not us, we did not fall into the Russian trap. COPPA might be getting another review by the FTC, stay tuned as this law affects programmatic ninjas every day.
Later on, Frost Prioleau joins us in the Sensei’s Corner to discuss research results from a MarketingLand article on Location-based targeting and give us his point of view on GDPR and CPPA.
Frost Prioleau is the Co-Founder and CEO of Simpli.fi. An experienced online advertising executive specializing in targeting, optimization, and technology, Prioleau focuses on corporate strategy, driving Simpli.fi’s growth, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Considered to be a thought leader in online advertising, Prioleau often speaks on the topic at industry trade shows. In addition, he shares his opinions and insights about retargeting in his monthly column published on Search Engine Land. Prioleau is a graduate of Princeton University, where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering Management Systems.
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- Frost Prioleau: Linkedin | Twitter | Simpli.fi
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