The Dead Pixels Society podcast
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News, information and interviews about the photo/imaging business. This is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Gary Pageau, editor of the Dead Pixels Society news site and community.
This podcast is for a business-to-business audience of entrepreneurs and companies in the photo/imaging retail, online, wholesale, mobile, and camera hardware/accessory industries.
If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email host Gary Pageau at gary@thedeadpixelssociety.com. For more information and to sign up for the free weekly newsletter, visit www.thedeadpixelssociety.com.
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Revolutionizing the Photography Industry: GotPhoto's Acquisition, Digital Transformations, and Future Plans
Ready for more insights on the cutting-edge of the volume-photography industry? Join Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society for a candid discussion with *Benedikt Greifenhofer,* CEO of* GotPhoto**,* where he shares the fresh news of GotPhoto's latest business move: the acquisition of *Next Gen Photo Solutions*. The acquisition of Next Gen allows for seamless integration of their services through GotPhoto, plus the company plans to invest in the current Next Gen system to help create an elevated service, providing the photographer with better offerings
Greifenhofer also discusses the strategic advantage of embracing AI and digitization in the photography industry. In the second segment, he discusses how this digital transformation has lowered barriers to entry and increased profitability for photographers. He also discusses the significant impact of COVID-19, examining how companies have adapted to a more digital-focused environment to meet evolving customer expectations. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 14, 2023
Mastering Finance: From College Dropout to Successful Entrepreneur with Chris Miles
Ever wonder how the masters of finance manage to retire not once, but twice? Our guest today, *Chris Miles*, a financial expert from Utah, will not only answer that question but will also walk you through his journey from being a college dropout to a successful entrepreneur. Miles pulls back the curtain on the world of passive real estate investing, revealing how he found financial freedom and how you can do the same.
We dive into the heart of Miles' strategies, exploring how to maximize business profits and convert them into stable, predictable passive income. He lays bare the power of leveraging money to create additional income streams and offers sage advice on navigating through complex financial concepts like 401K and IRA plans, stock markets, and property equity. From the world of real estate investing, we hear Miles' views on potential pitfalls and how to avoid them, as well as his insights on effective property management and investment options that yield a high return.
In the final segment, we discuss the importance of diversifying passive investments and understanding ROI. Miles underscores the necessity of diversifying income streams, even your emergency funds, and encourages listeners to explore avenues like oil and gas investments.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 7, 2023
The Impact of Generative AI on the Imaging Industry with Hans Hartman, Visual1st
Want to unravel the mysteries of Generative AI and its impact on the imaging industry? In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, *Gary Pageau *interviews expert, *Hans Hartman*, the chairman of *Visual1st*. Discover the transformative difference between Generative AI and traditional AI, and how AI can generate media from simple prompts.
Hartman also ventures into the complex arena of digital rights in AI-generated images and a hard look at the ethical dimensions surrounding AI-generated images and the legislative and industry efforts to counterbalance the possible negatives of this groundbreaking technology.
Hartman also offers a preview of the upcoming Visual1st Conference. Listen in as Hartman provides a brief overview of the program, including a dual keynote by him and *Alexis Gerard,* a pioneer in digital imaging, covering "Profiting from major technology transformation - How about AI?" He also describes fireside chat sessions featuring industry leaders such as *Jo*25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Aug 31, 2023
Exploring Operational Excellence for Business Expansion with Alicia Butler Pierre
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Alicia Butler Pierre,* the founder, and CEO of Equilibria, Inc., about operational excellence. The conversation revolves around the critical role of operational excellence in business expansion, sharing her company's unique approach to tackling issues like high turnover, audits, and escalating customer complaints using the Lean Six Sigma framework.
The discussion moves beyond just identifying problems, delving into the intricate balance between sales and operations. How can organizations ensure they deliver on their promises without compromising their operations? Alicia shares her insights. Additionally, we explore the necessity of possessing a robust business continuity plan and a disaster recovery tool. This conversation covers scenarios from dealing with supply chain disruptions to navigating natural disasters or coping with an essential component of your business shutting down. We wrap things up with a sneak peek into Butler P25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Edited by* Olivia Pageau**
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Aug 24, 2023
The Art of Reinventing and Selling Businesses with Tracy Gunn
Ever imagined an escape route from your own business? In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, guest *Tracy Gunn* of *Get Exitable* has not only dreamed it, but she also lived it. Gunn was at a point where she was juggling multiple businesses, feeling trapped, and desperately wanting out. And no, her way out was not just shutting down; she reinvented her businesses and made them so appealing that they attracted potential buyers. Listen to Gunn's journey from business revamp to its successful sale.
But, as we all know, selling a business is not easy. It requires strategic planning, organizational skills, and a whole lot of creativity. Gunn shares her insights on how she shifted her focus on building her assets, and her healing process from the hassles of running multiple businesses. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook about your business to potential buyers, even if it feels like the biggest headache in your life.
We also explore the often overlooked aspects of selling a business - what do the buyers really look for? Are there any underappreciated factors that can make a business more appealing? Gunn shares her thoughts on these questions and more, including possible alternatives to selling, like mentoring a successor or taking a year off to enjoy the business before passing the baton. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Aug 17, 2023
Creating Opportunities: The Story behind Spectrum Studios
*Gary Pageau *of the *Dead Pixels Society* explores the inspiring journey of *Jim Pridemore*, co-director of Spectrum Studios, a non-profit organization making a significant impact in the lives of young adults on the autism spectrum. This episode reveals the mission behind Spectrum Studios, its unique business model, and how the business is creating employment and personal development opportunities for those who have aged out of high school. You'll learn about the various revenue streams they've established, including a digital photo lab and movie digitization services, all while providing essential skills and training for their team.
Get ready to be moved by the transformational experiences of Karen and Jim, and their journey with Spectrum Studios. Jim Pridemore speaks candidly about the game-changing experience at the IPI conference in Las Vegas and how it led them to introduce new services, like film and video archiving, which is now their primary revenue source. This episode is a valuable source of insights about integrating individuals on the autism spectrum into the workplace, emphasizing the importance of education and understanding. Listen and be inspired by our guests' dedication to making a difference and driving positive change in the lives of those on the autism spectrum.Mediaclip
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Aug 10, 2023
Digital Content and Marketing ROI Decoded with Sara Nay, Duct Tape Marketing
Ready to streamline your marketing and avoid shiny distractions? Our guest, *Sara Nay*, COO of *Duct Tape Marketing* and founder of *Spark Lab Consulting*, shares her knowledge, adding layers of insight on how to make your small business marketing more effective, with *Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society*. Nay takes us through the history of Duct Tape Marketing, their systematic approach, and the Marketing Hourglass concept that helps guide your customers on their journey. She drives home the importance of understanding your target audience and resonating with their needs while underlining the need to focus your marketing efforts for maximum impact.
Ever wondered how to measure ROI when exploring digital content and marketing? Nay provides enlightening insights into this aspect, exploring different avenues available to small businesses from hiring an in-house marketer to outsourcing a fractional CMO. We also delve into the customer journey, the art of tactfully building a referral base, and ensuring a great experience for your customers every step of the way. Nay emphasizes the necessity of having a well-run business foundation for your marketing to be fruitful. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Aug 3, 2023
Artificial Intelligence and its Impact Across Industries: A Talk with Manuj Aggarwal
If you've ever pondered the meeting point of artificial intelligence and human creativity, this podcast episode is a feast for your thoughts. Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society is joined by *Manuj Aggarwal*, the inspiring founder of *TetraNoodle Technologies*, whose journey from a small Indian town to the forefront of Canadian tech entrepreneurship is remarkable. Aggarwal’s fascination with computers and technology, his work helping companies evolve their tech presence, and his passion for AI come alive as he deciphers AI's capabilities.
Aggarwal presents a compelling vision of AI as a disruptive force with applications that could reshape entire industries. He adds a personal touch to the discussion, including his experiences and insights into the potential for a marketplace for AI-generated artworks.
The conversation takes a meditative turn as we explore the convergence of AI with fields like healthcare, logistics, and real estate. Aggarwal reveals how AI can supplement human understanding and decision-making, offering a unique perspective on how meditation can help us better grasp our thought patterns. Spoiler alert: the parallels between AI and meditation are fascinating! In a finale, we delve into how AI can help us ask better questions, tell better stories, and even build better relationships.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 27, 2023
Setting the Record Straight: Kodak Digital History
Ready to uncover the journey from film to digital photography? In this episode, *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with four former *Eastman Kodak Co.* executives - *Ben Gibson**, **Bill Jackson**, **Mike McDougall*, and *Craig McGowan* - who were there on the front lines of early consumer digital imaging.
In this conversation, our very first panel discussion traverses the winding path from film to digital, dissecting the trials and triumphs that marked this monumental shift. The panel describes the challenges faced by the evolution of Kodak's business units and the challenges they faced. The panel elaborates on Kodak's entry into consumer electronics and its strategic partnerships with Japanese manufacturers.
Finally, we retrospectively analyze Kodak's digital legacy. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Hosted and produced by *Gary Pageau*
Edited by* Olivia Pageau**
*Announcer*: **Erin Manning*
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Jul 20, 2023
Unveiling the Power of Content Marketing with Rai Hyde Cornell
Ever wonder how content marketing could change the game for your business? The Dead Pixels Society is fortunate to chat with *Rai Hyde Cornell*, the CEO and senior copywriter for Cornell Content Marketing. Cornell shares her journey into content marketing and the difference it holds against traditional advertising. She shares that content marketing isn’t just about pushing a product or service; it's about supplying your audience with crucial information to aid them in making the best decisions, creating a bond of trust, and fostering a long-lasting relationship.
This episode is a treasure trove of actionable insights. Cornell unravels the secret to building a productive content marketing strategy, underlining the necessity of understanding the audience, the business, and the unique connection between them. We also explore the power of SEO and keywords in boosting your content's visibility.
Cornell connects the dots between content marketing and email marketing, illustrating the significance of taking a “snapshot” of website traffic and lead numbers to drive return on investment. We explore the magic of content upgrades and lead magnets and how email marketing can be used to send updates and offers to your target audience.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Shout out to podcast supporter *Keith Osborn* of *Memory Fortress* for becoming a paid subscriber.
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Hosted and produced by *Gary Pageau*
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*Announcer*: **Erin Manning*
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Jul 13, 2023
Uncharted Path: Noah Hutton's Transformation from Enthusiast to Entrepreneur
Imagine being a high school student with a simple passion for photography, only to discover that this passion could become your business. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Noah Hutton, the creative behind NTH Productions. As he takes us on his journey, we learn about his transition from a typical nine-to-five job seeker to a confident entrepreneur. His story is one of tenacity, adaptability, and a willingness to face challenges head-on.
Hutton's foray into real estate photography proved to be a game changer, opening up opportunities for video work. We chat about how equipment like the Sony a7 III camera and Zhiyun Crane 3s gimbal has played a vital role in his work. Plus, he gives us a glimpse into his strategy of incorporating community elements into his videos. We also discuss the practicalities of business, such as Noah's FAA 's Small UAS Rule (Part 107) certification, which allows him to use drone technology for business purposes.
Then, Hutton touches on the importance o…
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Jul 6, 2023
WhiteWall's Evolution: A Tale of Photolab Innovation with Jan-Ole Schmidt
Step into the world of top-notch photographic printing with *Jan-Ole Schmidt* from the award-winning European photo lab, *WhiteWall**, *as he pulls back the curtain on the company's evolution, from its humble beginnings to an international operation delivering gallery-grade images to more than 50 countries. Schmidt tells *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society how WhiteWall has maintained the essence of a photo lab, blending traditional silver halide printing with Ultra HD prints, and their unique collaboration with LUMAS enables the offering of limited editions at affordable prices, without sacrificing quality.
Then, Schmidt breaks down WhiteWall's multi-channel approach. Hear how they utilize physical stores, galleries, and sample sets to replicate the in-person experience for their customers and the swift delivery process all the way from Germany. He shares his insights on the importance of physical photos in this digital era.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brays…
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Jun 29, 2023
From Listening to Leading: How Communication Transforms Business with Adi Segal
What if the key to improving your business, your team, and even your personal relationships was as simple as listening? This week, *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society sits down with *Adi Segal*, CEO of Hapi, whose roots in emergency medical service taught him the transformative power of active listening. Segal shares his insights on how tuning in to understand, rather than merely respond, can revolutionize the workplace, boosting company culture and elevating employee retention and recruitment rates.
Segall illustrates the game-changing potential of listening for success. Join us in this enlightening exploration of how learning to listen can be the linchpin in growing stronger relationships, cohesive teams, and thriving businesses. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 22, 2023
Pioneering Sports Photography as a Service with Haim Ariav, Glossy Finish
What if you could turn your passion for youth sports photography into a thriving business? Join *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society for an enlightening conversation with* Haim Ariav*, founder and CEO of *Glossy Finish* and co-founder of GFcrew, as he shares his journey from fashion photographer to youth sports photography mogul. Discover how Ariav's innovative approach to providing photography as a service, rather than a product, has set him apart in a competitive market and allowed him to work with some of the largest youth sports events in the country.
In this episode, we dive into Ariav's fascinating story, from his start in multimedia to the creation of his mobile photo lab and the lessons learned from Lifetouch. We also explore GFcrew and GFcrew/Pro – two powerful platforms designed to help sports photographers grow their businesses. Learn how leveraging these platforms can help you get more clients, boost your profits, and benefit from the coaching and mentorship provided…
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Jun 15, 2023
Mastering the Art of Marketing and Communication with Joe Rockey
What if we told you there's a way to overcome the limiting factors that stunt the growth of many mid-sized businesses? Join Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society in a conversation with Joe Rockey, a business coach, speaker, and the brains behind Elite Business Conversations. Rockey takes us through his journey of starting and working on 15 different businesses, including his Local Football Flavor podcast that brings NFL fan bases closer together.
Discover how effective communication can be the key to unlocking your business's full potential, as Rockey shares strategies for creating a nurturing environment for ideas to be heard and acted upon. We also dive into the essence of crafting an impactful marketing message that piques your customers’ interest and highlights the value of your products and services.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 8, 2023
Crafting Stunning Videos with Plainly's Automated Platform: Insights from Neb Savicic
Ever wondered how to create professional-quality videos without the hassle of human intervention? Join us as *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society explores the world of automated video creation with *Neb Savicic*, one of the founders of Plainly. Savicic shares the story behind Plainly's birth and how they developed a system for photo studios to generate stunning videos using their existing assets, integrating seamlessly with various eCommerce solutions. We also discuss the impact of the pandemic, leading to widespread acceptance of digital products, and how Plainly identified key markets using SEO techniques.
In this conversation, Savicic reveals the cost structure of partnering with Plainly's platform and the warm reception they received at SPAC earlier this year. We go deeper into how Plainly can collaborate with volume photography companies to produce eye-catching videos quickly and cost-effectively, offering an unparalleled product to clients. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business,…
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Jun 1, 2023
Discovering Skylum's Marketing Secrets in the Age of AI Photo Editing, with Juliana Chyzhova, Skylum
Join *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society for an insightful conversation with *Juliana Chyzhova*, the Chief Marketing Officer of *Skylum*, as we explore the evolution of their company and their flagship product, Luminar Neo. Discover how Skylum's dedication to photography apps and cutting-edge AI technology has led to the creation of this powerful and versatile platform. Chyzhova also shares the company's approach to offering both one-time licenses and subscription models, catering to different user preferences.
We also discuss Skylum's expansion into organizing captivating photography expeditions and the challenges of crafting successful photo walks. Chyzhova provides valuable insights into regional differences in the adoption of subscription models and Skylum's commitment to balancing the addition of new features without overwhelming users. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 25, 2023
Thriving in Independent Photo Printing: Secrets to Success with IPI's Brenda DiVincenzo
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Brenda DiVincenzo*, vice president of member success, at the *IPI Member Network*. Listen in as we discuss the importance of IPI's networking, education, and marketing programs, and how their forum has supported business owners by providing invaluable tips and ideas. Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming IPI event, July 9-13, in Fort Worth, Texas, where members will have the opportunity to network, attend educational sessions, and learn about new market trends and opportunities.
Not only will we explore the exciting change of venue for the IPI event, but we'll also delve into unique cultural experiences such as a networking dinner at the popular Mexican restaurant Joe T. Garcia's, and a private event at Billy Bob's Texas - the largest honky-tonk in the United States. We discuss embracing the culture and charm of Fort Worth and how these memorable experiences will contribute to the growth and learning of attendees.
Finally, we t…
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May 18, 2023
Making the most of social media marketing, with Dan Peterson, FlipSwitch Marketing
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Dan Peterson*, founder of FlipSwitch Marketing. In this interview, Peterson talks about strategies for small businesses to use social media marketing, tactics to determine the most effective social media platform, and methods to improve search results using social media.
Peterson grew up in central Illinois in an entrepreneurial family. He started his career in management before quitting to tour with a band in the early 2000s. After getting married in 2008, he worked in sales and sales training. He founded FlipSwitch, his digital marketing agency, in 2012.
Get ready to unlock the secrets of small business digital marketing success with our special guest, Dan Peterson, founder of Flip Switch Marketing. His journey from growing up in a family business to becoming an entrepreneur offers valuable insights on how to make an impact in the digital world. We promise that by the end of this episode, you'll have a roadmap to elevate your digi…
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May 11, 2023
Overcoming fear in business leadership, with Joe Hart, Dale Carnegie
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Joe Hart*, president and CEO, *Dale Carnegie and Associates Inc.* In this interview, Hart talks about the Dale Carnegie course program, leadership, overcoming fear in business, and resolving conflicts.
Since 1912, Dale Carnegie Training has helped millions of people and businesses around the world improve their performance. In over eighty countries and in more than thirty languages, the company applies Dale Carnegie’s founding principles to inspire individual and organizational transformation, excellence, and success by tapping into each person’s potential.
Hart is also the co-author of the just-released book "*Take Command: Find Your Inner* *Strength, Build Enduring Relationships, and Live the Life You Want** " *co-authored by* Michael Crom*, the grandson of Dale Carnegie. Take Command offers powerful tools and time-tested methods to help you live an intentional life by transforming how you approach your thoughts, emotions, r…
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May 4, 2023
Creating community with a camera store, with Mark Comon, Paul’s Photo
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Mark Comon*, *Paul’s Photo *and *Creative Photo Academy*, Torrance, Calif. In this interview, Comon talks about being a second-generation camera store owner, building relationships in a community, and using creativity as a Paul’s Photo in Torrance, Calif., which has been an area fixture in since company founder Paul Comon started selling cameras in 1961. Today, the store offers top camera brands and accessories, photo printing, workshops, classes, and events for photographers of all skill levels.
Creative Photo Academy has been a hub for photographic inspiration, learning, creativity, and fun since 1988. The academy offers online classes, workshops, photo walks, day trips, and photo adventures that appeal to photographers of all skill and interest levels. The educators are award-winning, internationally recognized photographers, authors, teachers, lecturers, and more.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 27, 2023
Growth in the European photo products market with Jeremy Wills, Futuresource
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with* **Jeremy Wills**,* principal analyst, pro displays and imaging, for *Futuresource Consulting*. In this wide-ranging interview, Wills discusses the growth opportunities for the photo output markets in various European countries, how various regions differ from each other, the shift to mobile apps, and more.
Futuresource Consulting, based in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, is a market research consulting company providing a range of specialist intelligence reports and ongoing personal debriefs to support with business decision-making. The company delivers fact-based insights and market forecasts on a global scale – advising on strategic positioning, identifying key trends, analyzing competitors, and underpinning major technological developments. All services are tailored to the individual needs of each client to deliver the best possible results, ranging from bespoke custom research and end-user analysis to multi-clie25 Minutes of U…
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Apr 20, 2023
Building a photography career as a young entrepreneur, Audrey Tappan
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Audrey Tappan*, branding photographer. In this interview, Tappan talks about her journey to become a working photographer, using tried-and-true networking techniques.
Tappan grew up in rural Florida with two entrepreneurial parents who taught her what hard work looked like and how networking is king. Based out of NYC, Tappan specializes in fashion and product photography and loves helping freelancers find their brand and vision. She constantly explores the latest trends in visual branding, ensuring her projects are “scorching hot, and has consulted many fellow entrepreneurs on how they can also find their fire.” While Tappan has her own otherworldly aesthetic, she listens to her clients and collaborates on vision.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 13, 2023
Supporting sustainability in graphic arts and printing, with Rick Bellamy, Inflecton and Dscoop
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Rick Bellamy,* managing partner of the Inflecton and executive chair of Dscoop. In this interview, Bellamy talks about developing sustainability standards and best practices for the printing industry, and how this can drive a triple bottom line for benefiting people, the planet, and profits. He also talks about the upcoming Dscoop Edge World Expo, where the Dead Pixels Society will host photo-specific education and events.
Bellamy has more than 20 years of leading and successfully navigating companies through inflection points, utilizing a unique triple bottom line (People, Planet, Profit ) framework to guide companies to a future of sustainable growth that generates business value.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 6, 2023
Growing the app-to-store print market, with Bruce Seymour, Autopilot Print
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Bruce Seymour,* managing director, US, of *Autopilot Print*. In this interview, Seymour talks about the company’s decade-long history offering print-to-retail mobile apps, customer trends, the never-ending value of the photo print, and mass-market photo category success factors.
MEA offers ad tech and e-commerce solutions to help photo labs grow and drive customers into stores. More than 21,000 stores and photo labs in 11 countries are live on MEA’s technology platform. MEA owns photo printing apps including Photo Prints+, Photo Prints Now, Local Prints Now, and Printicular. MEA services customers worldwide and is based in New Haven, CT, and New Zealand. Autopilot Print is a complete technology solution for photo labs. The company offering includes targeted customer acquisition and tailored customer experiences that effortlessly convert traffic to paying customers.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Mar 30, 2023
Creativity as a driver of photo business, with Wendi Flores and Steve Klinetobe
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Wendi Flores*, of *Foto Crush*, and *Steve Klinetobe*, of *Odd Comma*. In this interview, Flores and Klinetobe talk about how photo companies can use creativity to boost sales and be more effective than ever before.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
* How creativity is now a currency, and the need for brands to be emotively authentic to be successful.
* Creative problem solving as a way to move the industry forward and the importance of having boundaries to be successful.
* The power of photo and print to create a legacy, and how retailers have used photo to create value.
Flores is a well-known creative force in the photo imaging market. Established in 2011, Foto Crush was created to look beyond the industry's one-art-style-fits-all approach, to one driven by the creative pursuits of our customers. The company creates photo cards, stationery, and gifts for major retailers like Snapfish, Walmart, Walgreens, Fuji…
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Mar 23, 2023
Growing the digital printing community, with Peter van Teeseling, Dscoop
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Peter van Teeseling*, executive director, *Dscoop*. In this interview, van Teeseling talks about the history of the Dscoop organization, the value of community and highlights from the upcoming *Dscoop Edge World Expo St. Louis*.
The Dead Pixels Society is returning to the annual DScoop global conference. The society is once again hosting a Photo Imaging CONNECT mini-conference track at Dscoop Edge St. Louis World Expo, May 7-10, 2023, at the America’s Center conveniently located in the heart of downtown St. Louis, Mo. In addition to the excellent Dscoop education and networking program, there will be four 45-minute sessions, two on Monday, May 8, and two on Tuesday, May 9, specific for the photo imaging segment. Click here for a special $50 discount; the code will be applied automatically.
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Mar 16, 2023
Supporting the school photography and yearbook industry with David Crandall, SPOA
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with David Crandall, executive director of the *School Photographers of America (SPOA)*. Crandall talks about the association’s upcoming conference, developing the school photography boot camp, and ways members can be more involved.
School Photographers of America is a non-profit association formed in 2020 on behalf of school portrait studios to advocate for and protect their copyrights, as well as establish and govern healthy standards and best practices for the school photography industry. This will ensure school photography remains a rich tradition in schools across North America.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Mar 10, 2023
Expanding from digital printing to personalized photo, with Joe Montalbano, Advertek Printing
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Joe Montalbano*, co-CEO of* Advertek Printing*. In this interview, Montalbano talks about the start of the company’s digital printing business and its expansion into the personalized photo printing market.
Founded in 1996, Advertek Inc. is one of Canada’s leading commercial printing/packaging and personalization companies. Co-CEOs Joe Montalbano and Simon Spina bought the business in 1999, three years after its founding. The company has its headquarters in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, working out of a 30,000-square-foot digital and dye-sub printing plant in nearby Brampton, Ontario, as well as a 30,000-square-foot litho and finishing plant in Vaughan, Ontario.Mediaclip
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Mar 2, 2023
Expanding AI technology in photo apps, with Timur Khabirov, Prequel
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Timur Khabirov,* co-founder and CEO of *Prequel, *the mobile photo and video editing platform. In this interview, Khabirov talked about the history of the popular app, the philosophy that is driving its growth, and the potential for AI-driven photo and video content.
Founded in 2018 by Khabirov and Serge Aliseenko, Prequel has been able to position itself as one of the Top 10 photo and video editing apps in the U.S. With more than 60 million users and an average of 2 million Prequels made a day through social platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Prequel appeals to a wide array of creators including influencers, brands, and celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Bella Hadid, and Rihanna. The company has 200 employees in the United States.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Feb 24, 2023
Rejuvenating the WPPI show, with George Varanakis
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *George Varanakis,* strategic advisor of the *WPPI Photo Group*, part of the Emerald Exhibitions company. Varanakis started his industry career at WPPI/Rangefinder and was among the team that built WPPI into a must-attend photography event. Now, after a sojourn into video-streaming and education startup, he’s returned to WPPI. In this interview, Varanakis shares the challenges and opportunities for growing events in the post-COVID market.
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Feb 16, 2023
Learning to love email marketing, with Kendra Corman
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with marketer *Kendra Corman.* In this interview, Corman talks about ways businesses can build their email lists and create content that engages customers and builds relationships. Corman has more than 15 years of marketing experience working with one of the top brands in the world all the way down to solopreneurs just starting out. Her passion is making sure that marketing expertise is affordable and accessible to all businesses.
For more information, take her quiz at https://kendracorman.com/quiz. This quiz helps people understand their email list-building style and provides them with actionable information they can use to grow their list and create engaging email newsletters. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Feb 2, 2023
Build strong business relationships with gifts, with Steve Buzogany, the Appreciation Advocate
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with Steve Buzogany, founder and CEO of the *Appreciation Advocate*. In this interview, Buzogany talks about ways businesses can show appreciation to customers throughout the year, not just at the holidays. He recommends personalized business gifts, not logo’d promotional merchandise.
Buzogany is the Founder and CEO of The Appreciation Advocate. Since 2012, he has been a small business owner who focused his business on one thing...building deep and meaningful relationships. By doing so, he could sell nearly $100 million worth of real estate, working 3-4 days a week and taking off 1-2 months per year. Today, Buzogany teaches other small businesses how to quickly stand out among the crowd, build deep and substantive relationships, eliminate burnout and take more time off, generate more referrals, increase income, and have more fun in their career.Mediaclip
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Jan 26, 2023
Reinventing a volume photography business, with Eric Miller, MillerFoto
In this special 100th episode, Gary Pageau talks again with our very first guest, Eric Miller, of MillerFoto. Since the launch of the Dead Pixels Society podcast in March, 2020, the global pandemic reshaped how many businesses operate. Volume photography is no different, and Miller walks us through the decisions he made to reinvent his business operations and marketing practices. These changes included outsourcing production and ramping up video marketing. MillerFoto is a woman-owned school photography and yearbook company based in Metairie, La.
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Jan 19, 2023
Reliving family memories with photos, with Lisa McCabe, Capture
*Gary Pageau* talks with *Lisa McCabe,* president of *Capture*. In this interview, McCabe talks about the rebranding of YesVideo to Capture, how technology has changed the company’s offerings and how memories are the core of the consumer photography business. Capture (formerly YesVideo) is one of the leading photo and video media transfer companies. Capture helps users digitize all formats of older media so they can easily view and share them with friends and family forever, and from any device.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jan 12, 2023
Building your brand, with Anika Jackson, Your Brand Amplified
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society* *talks with *Anika Jackson,* founder of *Your Brand Amplified*. In this interview, Jackson talks about branding and social media practices for small and medium-sized businesses. Jackson is the founder and chief strategist for Your Brand Amplified, a marketing and communications agency, and host of the podcast by the same name. As a Marcom executive, she has done it all including experiential marketing/event production, launch marketing, public relations, digital, and influencer throughout her multiple-decade career. She is also an adjunct professor at USC.
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Jan 6, 2023
Launching a film processor, with Gary Wong, FilmNeverDie
*Gary Pageau* talks with *Gary Wong*, co-founder of FilmNeverDie, a professional lab in Australia. As the film processing business continues, there’s a growing need for replacement processing equipment. Wong’s company developed its own rotary film processor, the CP800, first as a Kickstarter project and then as a product to sell. In this interview, Wong talks about the business, why they chose to build a film processor, and what it takes to build a film-oriented photo business.
FilmNeverDie, established in 2011, is a professional photo lab and retail store based in Melbourne, Australia, with sister stores located in Malaysia and China. Our creative team is united by one passion - film photography. Fostering the film community is their reason for being, offering monthly photo walks, black-and-white developing courses & professional photographer seminars. Mediaclip
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Dec 27, 2022
Reinvigorating a school portrait business with Mark Hommerding, SchoolPictures.com
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talked with Mark Hommerding, president of SchoolPictures.com in Ypsilanti, MI. In this interview, Hommerding talks about his long career in the volume photography business, including stints with Jolesch, Herff Jones, and Lifetouch, before taking over SchoolPictures.com. Since the takeover, the business has doubled, which has brought with it management challenges.
SchoolPictures.com is a Michigan-based school portrait company that provides high-quality photography services with the goal of generating money for schools and serving the academic community.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Dec 15, 2022
Growing a portrait business with Lisa Staff
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talked with *Lisa Staff*, of Hilton Head, S.C.-based photography studio, Lisa Staff Photography. In this interview, Staff talks about brand strategy, reinventing your business, and lessons learned from decades of location shooting.
Staff has been photographing fashion and connecting with people from all walks of life for more than 20 years. She heads one of the most sought-after photography studios in the Carolinas and photographs Design, Weddings, and Fashion in Hilton Head, SC. She is also an internationally featured wedding photographer featured in publications in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. A Canadian transplant to Hilton Head, she now loves calling the Lowcountry her home. In addition to running Lisa Staff Photography, Lisa is currently the acting photography director and Instagram Strategist for the upscale boutique magazine Local Life-based in Hilton Head, S.C. See her work on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lisastaffphoto/.…
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Dec 7, 2022
Building a sustainable specialty retail business, with Peter Mohr
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Peter Mohr,* business coach and entrepreneur. Mohr helps entrepreneurs transform their frustrations into freedoms by using a variety of frameworks that help them cut through the chaos and overwhelm of running a business. With more than 27 years as a business owner, he's refined many of his tips, tools, and techniques in the trenches within his own businesses. In this interview, Mohr discusses the reality of specialty retailing, using his own experience operating two Shoetopia retail stores in Ontario, Canada.
If you think selling cameras or prints is hard, imagine selling shoes! Go to his website and check the health of your business.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Dec 4, 2022
Preserving family memories and history, with Mitch Goldstone, ScanMyPhotos
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Mitch Goldstone*, CEO of ScanMyPhotos.com. In this episode, Goldstone talks about his beginnings as a one-hour photo lab operator and developing one of the first volume photo scanning operations.
ScanMyPhotos.com has professionally preserved more than one billion memories, milestones, and special event photos for its customers since 1990. The photo digitizing company specializes in photo, 35mm slide, and negative film scanning. All photo digitization and fulfillment are professionally performed on-site at the ScanMyPhotos.com corporate headquarters in Irvine, CA.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 24, 2022
Improving Your SEO with Brandon Leibowitz
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Brandon Leibowitz, the founder of SEO Optimizers. SEO Optimizers is a digital marketing company focusing on helping small and medium-sized businesses get more online traffic, which in turn converts into clients, sales, leads, etc. In this interview, Leibowitz talks about the importance of backlinks, optimizing images, and how to obtain more organic reach on Google.
Dead Pixels Society listeners can get a free gift from Brandon Leibowitz & the SEO Optimizers Team by going to https://seooptimizers.com/gift. Get special early access to the SEO Masterclass.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 20, 2022
Building a new photo economy with Ori Guttin, Viewbug
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Ori Guttin,* co-founder of* Viewbug*. In this episode, Guttin talks about the tools developed for photographers for minting NFTs and its newest innovation, Viewbug Coins. Viewbug Coins allow users to earn coins, give them to other users, and to spend them on prizes. Viewbug is a long-standing community of millions of photographers that challenges and rewards creativity. The app has been recognized by Apple as an "App of the Day" and "New Apps We Love".
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Nov 4, 2022
Incentivize your customers with Marco Torres
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Marco Torres. *Torres is the Founder of MarketingBoost.com, he has helped thousands of business owners worldwide boost sales and scale their businesses by as much as 5-fold through the use of incentive-based marketing. He teaches entrepreneurs how to soar sales & marketing through the use of “Value-Add-Incentives” instead of discounts. His Facebook Groups combined are home to more than 80,000 active business owners who are raking in sales with his advice and amazingly affordable travel incentive subscription program.
In this interview, Torres talks about ways retailers and brands can enhance their offerings with incentives, rather than resorting to discounts.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Oct 26, 2022
Entrepreneurship and imaging with Guy Kawasaki
Back in 2008, *Gary Pageau* interviewed entrepreneur and author *Guy Kawasaki *at the Ice Oasis ice rink, just prior to Kawasaki's ice hockey match. The audio was never published but, with Guy's permission, we're now publishing it. In 2008, the tech world was a very different place, so some of the company names and technologies may seem outdated and quaint, but the conversation covered broader topics that I think are still interesting to consider.
Today, Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of Canva and the creator of Guy Kawasaki’s Remarkable People podcast. He has written 15 books, including Wise Guy, The Art of the Start 2.0, The Art of Social Media, and Enchantment.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Oct 15, 2022
Extraordinary women with cameras, with Darcy Reed
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Darcy Reed, author of the new book for children, "Extraordinary Women with Cameras: 35 Photographers Who Changed How We See the World." The book, featuring illustrations by Vanessa Perez, captures the stories of iconic female photographers, including Dorothea Lange’s haunting portraits of American history, Margaret Bourke- White’s bravery as the first female war correspondent in WWII, Florestine Perrault Collins’ influential images depicting Black life in the 1920s, and Anne Geddes’ joyful and elaborately-staged portraits of adorable babies.
Reed is a writer, editor, and actor. Her books include The College Bucket List, Disney: Ninety Years of Mickey Mouse, Wonder Woman Trivia Deck, The Photography Trivia Deck, Captain Marvel: The Tiny Book of Earth's Mightiest Hero, Extraordinary Women With Cameras, and Shakespeare: Famous Last Words.Mediaclip
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Oct 6, 2022
Creating the life you want in photography with Rose and Timmy Coleman
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Rose and Timmy Coleman of Center Stage Photos. The Colemans talk about how they were able to structure their successful sports photography business around their family through the use of modern technology and services. Rose is the co-owner of Center Stage Photos, a sports photography company she started in 2016 with her husband Timmy. As a second-generation photographer with over 20 years of experience in the industry, Rose Coleman lives and breathes photography. Based in Oklahoma, the pair travel around the U.S. photographing sports teams and clubs. At home on their ranch in Central Oklahoma, the two spend time with their three kids and work on finishing their own studio on the property.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 30, 2022
Declutter your photo life with Adam Pratt
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with photo organizer Adam Pratt. Pratt talks about photo organization, workflow, benefits of camera scans, and much more. Pratt also talks about his new book, Declutter Your Photo Life, offering a straightforward step-by-step workflow to bring users complete control and creating a calming order out of your photo chaos. Pratt is the owner of Chaos To Memories, a photo organizing business based in Wheaton, IL.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 8, 2022
Building a commercial photography business with Robert Lowdon
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with commercial photographer *Robert Lowdon.* Lowdon talks about starting out as a new commercial photographer, building his portfolio, and adapting the business to changing market conditions.
*Robert Lowdon Photography* is a creative and original professional photography company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Our lead professional photographer Robert Lowdon has extensive experience in Commercial, Landscape, Industrial and Editorial Photography.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 1, 2022
Creating the digital inkjet printing market, with John Doe, JONDO
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with* John Doe*, the owner of JONDO. In this interview, Doe talks about the early days of high-quality digital inkjet printing, inventing "giclee," and bringing digital photography into fine-art printing.
JONDO is a print-on-demand mass manufacturer of home decor and art products with standardized production facilities. The company has more than 30 years of experience making high-quality products for artists and consumers alike. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Aug 27, 2022
Highlights of the upcoming SPAC 2023 conference
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Calvin Harrell*, board member,* *and *Coree Cooper,* SPAC gal, about the SPAC 2023 conference. In this episode, Harrell and Cooper talk about the features and events that make the SPAC conference different.
*School & Sports Photographers Association of California (*SPAC) is a group of independent volume-based photographers committed to the continued growth of the industry. The non-profit group holds an annual conference and trade show each January at the South Point Hotel Casino and Spa in Las Vegas.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Aug 12, 2022
Building a subscription photo gallery service with Daniel Agee, Glass
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Daniel Agee*, head of community and marketing for year-old photography startup, *Glass*. Agee discusses the company's drive to create a company based on photography, not algorithms or data mining. A subscription-based service, Glass began as an iOS-only app but recently announced a web version.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Agee describes the challenges and opportunities of building a community-based photography service.
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Aug 4, 2022
Providing magical theme park experiences with Lee Palmer, Kodak Moments
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Lee Palmer, EMEA-APAC Region Business Manager, Kodak Moments, about the company's new exclusive official On-site Imaging Provider for Disneyland Paris. Palmer discusses how Kodak Moments is working with this high-profile client to deliver an innovative photographic experience for guests.
*Kodak Moments* is a leading global provider of photo products and services to retailers, consumers, and entertainment properties. Powered by over 100,000 consumer touchpoints across 30 countries globally, its mission is to be the brand consumers choose to celebrate and preserve life’s memories, from the big events to the everyday moments that matter.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 29, 2022
Visual1st conference with Hans Hartman
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Hans Hartman, *chair of the Visual1st conference, about the next in-person edition of the Visual1st conference. The highly-regarded Visual1st conference returns to the Golden Gate Club at the Presidio, San Francisco, Calif., Oct. 4-5, 2022. The event features four panels, product demos, and fireside chats on topics like adding video to photo apps, sustainability, visual commerce, and visual content rights.
*Visual 1st is the premier global conference focused on promoting innovation and partnerships in the photo and video ecosystem, *hosting executives and entrepreneurs at photo and video app development startups, mobile device vendors, carriers, cloud storage providers, software companies, print product providers, camera manufacturers, and many others. Visual 1st is held annually in October.
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Jul 16, 2022
Trends in wedding and portrait photography with Zenfolio
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Pamela Vachon* and *Keith Barraclough* about Zenfolio's recent industry survey of photographers, the changes wrought by COVID, and how technology is changing how photographers work.
*Pamela Vachon* is vice president, marketing operations, at Zenfolio. Keith Barraclough is CTO, EVP analytics, at Zenfolio,
Zenfolio Inc. offers advanced business solutions enabling photographers to easily show, share and sell their images and videos. For the past 15 years, *Zenfolio* has proudly served photographers around the globe.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 30, 2022
Trends in sports and volume photography with Jeff Gump, Gump Solutions
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with* Jeff Gump*, *Gump Solutions,* about insights from the recent *SPOA* conference, trends in sports photography, digital delivery, and much more.
Gump has been sharing his experience with photographers throughout the country for more than 25 years. Groups like SYNC – SYNC Sports, SPAC, SPAA, PPA, Texas School, PSPI, and regional and state associations have called on Gump to share his vision for High School and Youth sports photography.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 20, 2022
Wedding and event photography trends with Olivia Pageau
In this special Father's Day episode, *Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Olivia Pageau,* a marketing and events expert, about trends in the event and wedding photography industry. She talks about what traits high-end wedding and event venues are looking for in wedding photographer partners, trends wedding photography, and why the classic black-and-white portrait remains wall-worthy.Mediaclip
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Jun 8, 2022
Opening new markets for graphics and mural printing, with Paul Baron, The Wall Printer
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Paul Baron**,* serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO of *The Wall Printer.* Founded in 2019, The Wall Printer is a way to print vertically on drywall, brick, glass, tile, vinyl, cement, or wood. The printer provides for digital image printing, indoors or outdoors, on any surface, with original art or signage.
The Wall Printer says it is the only vertical wall printer sold by a U.S.-based business, with the training, service, supplies, and locally supporting customers throughout North and South America. Wall Printers are in more than 50 markets in the US, Canada, Mexico, Central & South America, Puerto Rico, and The Caribbean.
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Jun 2, 2022
Recruiting and retaining employees, with Carrie Schochet, Purple Squirrel Advisors
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Carrie Schochet*, founder and CEO, *Purple Squirrel Advisors,* an executive recruiting firm. In this episode, Schochet talks about employment trends, tactics for attracting employees, and modern workplace culture.Mediaclip
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Apr 23, 2022
Early digital photography, social media and life balance with Brian Solis, author and futurist
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Brian Solis**,* author and futurist, about the early days of digital cameras, what Kodak got wrong, the growth of social media, and why balancing your life is vitally important.
Brian Solis is Global Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce, the global leader in Customer Relationship Management (CRM). His work at Salesforce focuses on thought leadership and research that explores digital transformation, innovation and disruption, CX, commerce, and the cognitive enterprise.
Brian Solis has been called “one of the greatest digital analysts of our time.” He is also a world-renowned keynote speaker and an award-winning author of eight best-selling books including, X: The Experience When Business Meets Design, What’s the Future of Business, and The End of Business as Usual.
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Apr 16, 2022
Growing volume industry leadership with David Crandall and Tim McCain
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *David Crandall, *executive director of the *School Photographers of America*, and *Tim McCain, *CRO of* **ImageQuix/PhotoLynx* to discuss the importance of the upcoming MVP and SPOA conferences for the volume photography industry. Crandall and McCain talk about the importance of leadership development in the business world and how the MVP and SPOA conferences differ from other photo industry events.
The *Mastering Volume Photography (MVP)* conference, June 8=9, is an experiential event bringing together a broad range of industry professionals in the volume photography market.
The *SPOA International Conference on School Photography and Yearbooks* will be held June 9-11, in Houston, Texas. The conference is built to unite the industry and have every person leaving knowing the impact they make on schools, children, and families across the world.
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Apr 9, 2022
Mastering Marketing Discipline with Tim Fitzpatrick, Rialto Marketing
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Tim Fitzpatrick*, president of *Rialto Marketing*. Fitzpatrick discusses the three most important aspects of marketing for small businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as the metrics they should use to gauge their success.
Rialto Marketing, based in Highlands Ranch, CO , helps B2B service-based businesses create, implement, and manage a marketing plan to communicate the right message to the right people, so they build results that last.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 1, 2022
Building a luxury portrait business in the wake of COVID 19, with Jenna Noelle, photographer
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Denver photographer *Jenna Noelle* of *Jenna Noelle Creative*. In this interview, Noelle describes her career path as a new photographer gaining skills in the portrait business before launching her own wedding portrait venture. She shares her business philosophy and strategy for getting through the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the shift in her market emphasis to luxury weddings. She has also launched a consulting business, *Endless Summer Collective*. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Mar 23, 2022
Website marketing essentials, with Michael Buzinski, Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Michael Buzinski*, president of *Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing*. In this episode, Buzinski talks about the practical steps a small business should follow to boost SEO and gain new customers. It's not just all about chasing the latest social media trend.
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Mar 9, 2022
Art, Design, Photography and Technology, with Ginger Hartford, ARTISTREE
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Ginger Hartford**.* enterprise account manager, *ARTISTREE, a Michaels Company*. Hartford shares her expertise on design trends, partnerships, sustainable output, trends in wall decor, and the role of digital technology in new forms like NFTs.Mediaclip
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Mar 2, 2022
Enabling online sales anywhere, on any platform, with Aaron Day, CEO, Amaze (formerly Famous)
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Aaron Day*, the new CEO of SaaS eCommerce company, *Amaze*. (The company changed its name to Amaze from *Famous** *just prior to the recording of this episode.) In this interview, Day talks about how the company is bringing its decades-long experience in eCommerce tool development to offer a portfolio of simple tools for making online selling easy for a wide array of creators, photographers, entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Founded in 2011, Amaze gives online merchants the power to instantly create,
beautifully branded shopping experiences without code.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Feb 24, 2022
The life of a working photographer, with Joe McNally
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with professional photographer *Joe McNally*, whose 40-plus year career spans National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, four Olympic Games, Nikon Ambassador, and much more. McNally talks about how his career started in 1976 as a Daily News copyboy, armed with a master's degree in photojournalism from Syracuse, and working his way up to success. McNally also discusses how photographers have to continually grow their skills, especially in video and filmmaking, and how the Nikon Z9 changed his mind about the mirrorless platform.
McNally also shares details of his new book, "The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer (Rocky Nook), which candidly shares stories, lessons, and insights he has collected along the way of his career.
Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer whose prolific career includes assignments in nearly 70 countries. McNally is known worldwide as not only one of the top,…
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Feb 18, 2022
Connecting personalized photo production with Maddy Alcala, Gooten
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Maddy Alcala*, the president of *Gooten*, the on-demand personalized products solution provider, about the company's role in the marketplace, its growth opportunities, managing a challenging ecosystem and even the origin of the company's unusual name.
Gooten works with eCommerce businesses, retailers, and global merchandising companies to reduce or eliminate their inventory positions while giving them the ability to rely on on-demand, high-quality, scaled production wherever they need it. Gooten’s network of strategic manufacturing partners, all best-in-class specialists in the products they produce, ensures that brands are confident in the quality products their customers receive, every time. Founded in 2015, Gooten is headquartered in New York City with a globally distributed team across North America, Europe, and South America.
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Feb 5, 2022
Leadership lessons in a family business and beyond, with Claudia Dencer, Leonard's Photography
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Claudia Dencer*, executive vice president and general manager of *Leonard's Photography, *St. Augustine, FL. Dencer talks about growing up in the third generation of the family photography business and how the business has changed and has adapted to massive changes. She also describes the leadership skills she has learned.
*Leonard’s Photography *has a 36,000-square-foot production facility, with approximately 250 employees, and studio locations scattered around the state.
Dencer is also the first female chairman of the *School Photographers Of America (SPOA)**. *She also talks about how important the tradition of school photography and yearbooks is and the importance of businesses of all sizes having a voice in the direction of the association. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jan 25, 2022
Growing the volume photography market, with Benedikt Greifenhofer, CEO, GotPhoto
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with* Benedikt *Greifenhofer*, *recently appointed global CEO of volume photography tech company, *GotPhoto**. *In this interview, Greifenhofer talks about how the new company structure will drive growth, how GotPhoto was well-positioned to manage business changes wrought by the pandemic, and future profit opportunities for clients of the fast-growing business. *
*GotPhoto Inc. is an award-winning workflow platform provider for volume school photographers. The company has offices in Germany and the United States and operates in 12 countries on five continents. The platform’s web-based tools automate administration and sales tasks, allowing the photographer to spend more time building their business rather than being bogged down in routine tasks.*
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Jan 17, 2022
Managing personal and professional challenges, with Gillian Stein, CEO, Henry's
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Gillian Stein*, CEO of *Henry's*, Canada's largest photo specialty retailer. In this wide-ranging interview, Stein talks about the company's recent restructuring, the response to COVID-19, how to serve content creators, plus her personal mental health challenges, as well as the establishment of The Henry's Foundation to provide support for Canadians living with mental illness.
Proudly Canadian, family-owned, and operated, Henry's first opened its doors in 1909 and has evolved into the leading specialty digital imaging retailer in Canada. Henry's carries over 15,000 imaging-related products from all of the top brands and is the source for creators across Canada.
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Jan 9, 2022
Planning for family business succession, with Mackey McNeill
*Gary Pageau* of the* Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Mackey McNeill*, CPA, of *Mackey Advisors* and author of *The Prosperity Playbook*, about considerations for family business succession. McNeill describes what factors to consider when passing on or selling a business.
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Dec 31, 2021
Booststrapping for success with Joaquin Cuenca Abela, Freepik Company
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Joaquin Cuenca Abela*, one of the founders of Europe's fast-growing graphics company, *Freepik Company*. Based in Spain, Freepik was founded in 2010 by brothers *Alejandro and Pablo Blanes*, along with their friend *Joaquín Cuenca Abela*, founder of *Panoramio* (acquired by *Google*).
Abela talks about how the company grew from a bootstrapped free online resource for finding graphics to a full-fledged subscription service that recently topped 500,000 subscribers. The company has 400 employees. In May 2020, the Swedish investment fund *EQT* acquired a majority stake in Freepik Co., making this operation one o25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Dec 18, 2021
Using AI to create photo books, with Kasper Rybak, Printbox
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Kasper Rybak*, product owner, Printbox, about the development of Smart Creation, the company's AI-powered photobook software. Rybak discusses how continuous customer feedback was instrumental in the development and on-going improvement of Smart Creation. He also shares some of the unexpected results from early adopters.
Printbox is an enterprise photo products software that allows companies to sell all types of personalized photo products online. It provides four online editors, AI-driven Smart Creation, as well as a Mobile App. Printbox equips the clients with built-in e-commerce, production, and product management modules, along with hosting and administration services.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Dec 4, 2021
Preserving interactive family stories with Heather Maio-Smith, CEO and co-founder, StoryFile
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Heather Maio-Smith*, CEO and co-founder, *StoryFile*, about using AI-driven video conversations to preserve family history.
In 2010, Maio-Smith developed the first 3D interactive conversation with Holocaust Survivor Rose Schindler through her creative agency Conscience Display. At the time, she was creating physical video installations at the United Nations, USC, and in Havana, Cuba. As a leader in content-based technology, she has spoken about Natural Conversation at Microsoft (2017), US Holocaust Museum (2017), Dartmouth College (2018), FoST (2018), SXSW (2019), SXSW (2019), The LA Times Festival of Books (2019), M.I.T. (2020), and AI Summit (2020).
StoryFile is a company that turns video into a conversation. This next generation of technology uses artificial intelligence to support video conversations on any device. The company offers a consumer service called StoryFile Life and a business-to-business service offering called Con…
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Nov 21, 2021
Building passive income for photographers with Rick Sammon
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with photographer and author,* Rick Sammon,* about his latest book, "How to Make Money While You are Sleeping: A Photographer’s Guide to Passive Income – And Other Savvy Business Strategies." The book, which is Sammon's 43rd, covers a wide range of tactics for photographers and other creatives to create diverse income streams. In this interview, Sammon covers the main lessons from the book and shares some stories and business advice from his long photographic career.
Award-winning photographer Rick Sammon is one of the most active photographers on the planet – dividing his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, and making personal appearances. Rick is a man on a mission – a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting, and rewarding for others.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 7, 2021
Expanding the pro photography business with Rachel LaCour Niesen, Foreground
*Gary Pageau** *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with professional photographer, *Rachel LaCour Niesen,* chief product officer of *Foreground*, about the company's marketing approach, acquisitions, and the recent addition of a print store to its ShootProof brand. She also talks about challenges meeting the needs of different types of photographers and how the company responded to the recent high-profile closure of a portrait studio.
LaCour Niesen also shares the history of her passion project, *Save Family Photos*.
Foreground helps photographers and photo consumers create memories that last a lifetime. The company brings expertise from leading brands like *ShootProof, Collage, Táve, Design Aglow, *and *Cole’s Classroom* to create an innovative product suite.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Oct 26, 2021
Financial basics with Heather Zeitzwolfe, CPA
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Heather Zeitzwolfe, *CPA, about the dos and don'ts of small business finance, especially for those in the creative fields.
Heather Zeitzwolfe is a CPA certified with the State of *Oregon’s Board of Accountancy* and a member of the *AICPA*. She is a Financial Coach trained through the *Ramsey Solutions’ Master Financial Coaching* program, a *Certified Tax Coach* through the American Institute of Certified Tax Coaches, and a *Certified People Advisor* through Gusto payroll.
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Oct 17, 2021
The story of developing a wall decor product, with Jeff Southard, Collagewall
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Jeff Southard, *CEO and designer, *Collagewall*. Southard describes how a fire in his home led him on a journey to invent a new system for hanging and displaying photos. Over the past decade, Collagewall has grown through direct-to-consumer marketing and through partnerships with photo labs and online companies. Southard talks about product development, strategies and how to make a successful collage.
Collagewall is an easy patented solution to create photo collage displays on walls. Collagewall kits are simple to order, easy to hang & rearrange. Collagewall is available directly from Collagewall and from partners.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Oct 10, 2021
Competing in online retail with Jason R. Boyce
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with online retail expert *Jason R. Boyce* about the challenges of today's fourth-quarter holiday season, strategies for competing against Amazon, how to respond when Amazon copies your product, and the benefit of private-label products.
Boyce is the founder and CEO of Avenue7Media.com and the co-author, with *Rick Cesari, *of The Amazon Jungle. Boyce is an entrepreneur and CEO with nearly 20 years of e-commerce and Amazon Marketplace experience. He founded Avenue7Media.com in 2019 and co-founded Dazadi.com in 2002. Avenue7Media harnesses the power of Amazon for product development, account management, and marketing on the U.S.'s largest e-commerce platform.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 30, 2021
Photo print and media market outlook, with Ina Hilker, Felix-Schoeller Group
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Ina Hilker,* head of market intelligence, *Felix-Schoeller Group*. Hilker was the author of a new free report, "Photo Printing Market Trends," from Felix-Schoeller. In this interview, Hilker discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the photo printing market, considerations for the application of different printing technologies, and the outlook for the post-pandemic future.
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The Felix Schoeller Group, headquartered in Osnabrück, Germany, is a globally active family-owned company founded in 1895. With more than 3,703 employees at 19 locations in 11 countries, we develop, produce and market specialty papers for photographic applications, for digital printing systems, for the packaging market, for self-adhesive applications and for the furniture, wood-based panel, and wallpaper industries. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 17, 2021
AI Portrait Retouching with TJ Rak, Skylab
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with* TJ Rak* of *Skylab,* developers of a new AI-powered portrait retouching tool. Rak dispels myths about AI, discusses the benefit of AI in the COVID-impacted world, and shares his vision for AI-driven workflow and product development.
Skylab is advancing research in computational photography and computer vision. The company has developed an AI-powered tool for retouching, extraction, color correction, and cropping.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 9, 2021
Building a better photo-sharing service, with Tom Oswald, CEO of ClickASnap
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Tom Oswald*, CEO of U.K.-based photography site *ClickASnap *about the potential for monetizing photos with advertising, about building marketing tools within the platform, and how to compete with established players like Instagram.
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Sep 5, 2021
Saving Photo Memories with Cathi Nelson, The Photo Managers
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Cathi Nelson,* founder of *The Photo Managers*, about Save Your Photos Month, the need for personal photo organizing and the important role stories and photos play in all societies around the world.
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Aug 25, 2021
Maximize SEO and marketing with Lorraine Ball
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with marketing expert *Lorraine Ball*. She talks about effective strategies for boosting SEO, for creating content, and how to gauge the effectiveness of marketing.
Ball is the founder of Roundpeg, a digital agency in Carmel, Indiana, building smart strategies for businesses who want to use internet marketing to grow. Founder of the Digital Toolbox, an online community for business owners needing to know more about digital marketing. She is also the host of More than a Few Words, a weekly podcast, marketing conversation for business owners.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 22, 2021
Retail shopping and marketing trends in a post-COVID world, with Michael Osborne, Wunderkind
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Michael Osborne,* president of *Wunderkind** *about retail and marketing trends, how COVID-19 affected retail, and why *Precision Camera* is his favorite camera store.
Osborne is the President of Wunderkind. With more than 30 years of experience in marketing technology, he is an established industry leader trusted by major brands such as Bloomingdale's, Hilton, and Santander Bank. His work focuses on delivering excellent client experiences by leveraging multichannel data and profiles. He is also an expert in executive leadership, retail trends, and sales, having led Bazaarvoice to its IPO in 2012.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 11, 2021
Driving a sales-oriented photography business, with Lynn Cartia
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Lynn Cartia,* a New Mexico-based professional photographer for more than 30 years. Cartia gained notoriety a few years ago with her humorous alter-ego, *Missy MWAC*, but soon discovered there was a need for straight-to-the-point advice for photographers.
In this interview, Cartia talks about sales strategies, the need for photographers to sell prints, and how classic business practices, while not trendy, are what build a successful long-term business.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 27, 2021
The launch of a new pen tablet company, with Bill Lindsay, Xencelabs
*Gary Pageau *of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Bill Lindsay*, Channel/Enterprise Sales Manager, at *Xencelabs*, a new pen tablet company. Lindsay talks about how the product was developed, how customer feedback drove the design of the tablet, and the challenges of launching a new photo hardware company in a pandemic.
Xencelabs is a new global company with a new approach to professional digital design tablets, staffed by industry veterans.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jun 17, 2021
Using video to market your photo business, with Erin Manning, Erin Manning Media
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Erin Manning* of Erin Manning Media, about her start as a photo industry educator, her award-winning video projects, and her best tips for getting started using video to boost your business and connect with customers.
Erin Manning is a professional photographer, author, educator, and media personality living in Los Angeles, California. She helps people understand photography and technology by translating technical jargon into everyday words and facilitating learning with a clear, friendly teaching style. Her production company, Erin Manning Media, specializes in "conception to completion" full-service production, creating inspiring educational content.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 29, 2021
The changing trends of photographer education, with Skip Cohen
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with industry veteran *Skip Cohen*, of *Skip Cohen University (SCU)*. From his start washing bottles in a *Polaroid Corp. *lab, Cohen has crafted a long-standing career in multiple stages in the photographic industry. In this interview, Cohen talks about his varied career, starting his own company, business practices for photographers, and what lessons can be learned from COVID-19.
Cohen is president and founder of SCU, founder of Marketing Essentials International, and past president of *Rangefinder Publishing *and *WPPI.* He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining *Hasselblad USA* in 1987 as president. He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 22, 2021
A different approach to school photography, with Annie Poissant, Fotosko
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Annie Poissant*, of Fotosko, a Quebec portrait and school photography company. Poissant talks about her company's unusual approach to environmental school portraits and how that led her to become owner and director of Photosuite Canada, a company offering a managed services solution for Canadian independent volume photographers as well as the distributor of Netlife Photosuite PRO solution in North America.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 2, 2021
Serving independent school photographers with Mike Limbach, Studio Source Yearbooks
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Mike Limbach*, the founder of *Studio Source Yearbooks**. *In this podcast, Limbach talks about how the business was started 10 years ago, what market niche it serves, and how its services are prioritized for independent school photographers who are competing with much bigger competitors. *
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Apr 24, 2021
Lessons learned from a life in the photo business, with Fred Lerner, MailPix
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Fred Lerner,* CEO and founder, *MailPix*, about the photo/imaging business. A meeting in a summer camp darkroom started Lerner on a decades-long career with leading photo industry companies like *Berkey Photo* and *Eastman Kodak Co.*, as well as his own photofinishing labs, *Lerner Photo* and *Lerner Processing Labs.* He was also active in the Australian photofinishing industry at the dawn of one-hour processing. Later, Lerner was part of the startup scene with *Ritz Interactive *and now *MailPix*.
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Apr 14, 2021
Web to print to printing photo books, with Jeff Alexander, Alexander's
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Jeff Alexander*, president of Alexander's, the Lindon, Utah-based digital printer. Starting as a retail copy shop, Alexander's has grown into a large-scale variable data printer. The company has expanded into full-color digital printing, making photo books for high-profile clients like *Chatbooks*. In this interview, Alexander talks about the challenges of keeping pace with technology and the marketplace through innovation and dedication.
From its 1979 inception as a walk-in copy shop in a small Utah university town, the privately-held Alexander’s has grown to become a full-service cross-channel digital print and marketing firm with clients around the globe and a reputation for excellent customer service.Mediaclip
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Apr 2, 2021
Camera hardware technology and trends, with Drew Cicala, co-owner, Lensrentals
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Drew Cicala*, co-owner of *Lensrentals*, one of North America's largest photography rental companies. Cicala talks about what is driving the rental market, the challenge of keeping up with the latest technology, and what keeps customers coming back.
Founded in 2006 by *Roger Cicala*, Lensrentals is the largest online rental provider for photography, videography, and lighting equipment and accessories in the United States. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with a satellite office in Nashville, Lensrentals ships gear to customers in all 50 states and also provides in-person pickups and returns to local customers.Mediaclip
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Mar 25, 2021
Changing landscape of professional photography with Glen A. Clark
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Glen A. Clark**, *Cr. Photog., F/S-PPC, a longtime professional photography industry veteran. Clark has been on all sides of the business for more than 35 years, focusing on marketing and sales within and for professional photography, imaging, and communications industry initiatives. He has worked as a commercial and portrait/wedding photographer/illustrator, as well as a studio manager and supplier's rep.
In this episode, Clark shares what has changed in professional photography over three decades, what hasn't changed, and what the enduring principles of the industry are.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Mar 21, 2021
Adapting to rapid technology change, with Marion Duchesne, CEO and founder, Mediaclip
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Marion Duchesne*, CEO and founder of Mediaclip, a Montreal, Canada, leader in the photo personalization software market. Duchesne has lead the company through numerous technological, marketing, and strategic changes over the 15-year-life of the company.
Duchesne also talks about her experience as a woman founder in the photo technology industry and her efforts to expand opportunities for young women in tech.
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Mar 10, 2021
iPhone photography and the professional, with Scott Kelby, KelbyOne
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with industry educator, professional photographer and author, *Scott Kelby,* about the impact of COVID-19 on photographic education and workshops, how the iPhone is putting pressure on the traditional camera makers and what his favorite iPhone app is.
*Scott Kelby* is an American photographer, publisher, and author. He is the CEO of *KelbyOne*, an online educational community for Photographers, Photoshop, and Lightroom users. He has authored dozens of books, including his latest, "The iPhone Photography Book."25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Feb 19, 2021
The changing professional photography market with Zenfolio
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society interviews two executives from *Zenfolio*: *Pamela Vachon,* Vice President of Customer Support and Success, and *Robert Campbell, *Video Content Creator and Live Broadcast Host. They discuss Zenfolio's extensive offerings that not only support photographers and help them run their business but also put them in touch with potential customers.
*Zenfolio Inc.*, a Centre Lane Partners company, offers advanced business solutions that enable photographers to easily display, share, and sell their images. For more than a decade, Zenfolio has proudly served more than 100,000 photographers around the globe. *Photobooker.com by Zenfolio* is a digital marketplace that enables photographers to promote their work and book new clients.
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Feb 19, 2021
Talking cameras, smartphones and photowalks with Jefferson Graham
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society talks with Jefferson Graham, photographer, journalist, musician, and former USA Today tech columnist, as he launches his new website, The Best Photowalk. Graham talks about the switch from film to digital, what camera makers are doing wrong, why Google Photos is the turkey of the year and much more.
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Feb 12, 2021
Zen, photography, and technology with Michael Rubin
Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society welcomes back photographer, podcaster, teacher, and entrepreneur *Michael H. Rubin*. Since we last spoke with Rubin, he closed his retail printing business, *Neomodern*, and is moving to Santa Fe, NM. He will be teaching the online workshop, "*Photographic Haiku: A New Approach to Creative Photography**", *March 15-26, 2021, through the *Sante Fe Workshops*. He is also the co-host of the "Everyday Photography, Every Day" podcast.
In this episode, Rubin talks about how the analog to digital conversion made the 1990s a unique time in technology, remastering Grateful Dead albums, and continuing to teach a new generation of photographers how to see in new ways.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Feb 6, 2021
Consumer retail photo printing with Kodak Moments
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Scott Robinson**,* Director of Strategic Future Products at *Kodak Moments**. Robinson* talks about the touch-free retail printing trends, consumer photo printing, retail changes in the age of COVID-19, and what channels are experiencing growth.
*Kodak Moments* is a leading global provider of photo products and services to retailers, consumers, and entertainment properties. We inspire consumers to bring their memories to life—delivering innovative, high-quality photo products and experiences they find truly meaningful. Powered by over 100,000 consumer touchpoints across 30 countries globally, it’s our mission to be the brand consumers choose to celebrate and preserve life’s memories, from the big events to the everyday moments that matter.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jan 28, 2021
Matt Sweetwood on his new business, Insurious, on retailing, and on cameras
*Gary Pageau *of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Matt Sweetwood*, entrepreneur, author, CEO and co-founder of *Insurious**.* After leaving the family camera store,* Unique Photo*, in 2015, Sweetwood embarked on a career as a consultant, an author ("Leader of the Pack") and startup CEO. Now he's back with Insurious, an online insurance company for cameras, audio equipment and more.
Never one to be shy about his opinions, Sweetwood talks about his new company, how photo retailers can compete in the age of COVID, and how the camera hardware vendors are contributing to the decline in the camera market.
Insurious was created with the vision that access to top-rated insurance products and licensed professionals should be easy. The company's mission is to provide high-quality coverage in 7-minutes or less, 100% online.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jan 20, 2021
Western European photo trends with Jeremy Wills, Futuresource
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Jeremy Wills*, senior market analyst, Pro AV and Imaging, for *Futuresource Consulting*. Wills covers the Western Europe photo market. In this podcast, Wills talks about the photo personalization market in Europe, the role of photo printing, the booming greeting card market, the behavior of Millennials and Generation Z, and more.
Wills joined Futuresource Consulting in 2001. He holds a degree in French from Kings College, University of London. Futuresource has been tracking the consumer-ordered photo printing markets for more than 20 years in line with the evolution of digital printing technology and e-commerce innovation.
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Jan 13, 2021
ImageQuix and Capturelife combine; what does it mean for school and event photography?
*Gary Pageau *of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Rich Scanlon**, *CEO of *ImageQuix,* and *Scott DeFusco**, *founder and CEO of *Capturelife,** *about the breaking news that *ASG,* the parent company of ImageQuix and *Photolynx*, has acquired Capturelife. We'll talk about what the combination means to customers for both companies, where future growth opportunities are, and the changing volume photography landscape.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jan 8, 2021
The consumer-focused approach of award-winning photo app, Popsa
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with* **Liam Houghton**, *CEO, and *Declan Mellett,* chairman, of* Popsa*, the U.K.-based photo book app. Houghton and Mellett talked about the company's non-traditional beginnings, it's customer-focused design and strategy and the future role AI will play in the creation of personalized photo content.
Popsa launched in March 2016. The app is now available in 50 countries around the globe and has been translated into 10 different languages.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 21, 2020
Photo personalization growth potential with Andrew Cousin, CEO, Circle Graphics
*Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with* Andrew Cousin,* CEO, *Circle Graphics, *about the acquisition of Bay Photo, the growth in photo personalization market and the challenges faced by eCommerce companies in the age of COVID-19.
Circle Graphics is a leader in grand and large-format digital graphics, outdoor advertising, business signage, wall decor, art reproduction, and professional photographic output.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 14, 2020
The business case for automatic image correction with EyeQ
*Gary Pageau *of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with* Brad Malcolm*, CEO, and *Jeff Stephens*, CTO, of *EyeQ*, the makers of the Perfectly Clear suite of intelligent image-correction products. Malcolm and Stephens talk about the updates to their new iAuto 2021 update, the challenges of correcting for skin tones for a worldwide customer base, and the business case of automatic image correction.
*EyeQ* recently launched iAuto 2021, offering a variety of enhancements including sharpening, depth, skin tone preservation, and contrast. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Nov 6, 2020
Three things retailers must do, with John Kelly from Zenreach
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with John Kelly, CEO of *Zenreach*, a walk-through marketing company. Kelly describes the three activities a brick-and-mortar retailer must not stop doing in the age of COVID-19.
Zenreach is an American technology company based in San Francisco. It produces marketing software used by brick-and-mortar businesses allowing customers to access public Wi-Fi. These details are used to create user profiles, track subsequent visits, and deliver targeted ads.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Oct 29, 2020
Mobile Printing with Phil Mazzilli of the Mopria Alliance
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Phil Mazzilli*, a *Qualcomm* executive representing the Mopria Alliance. Mazzilli talks about how the alliance standards enable printing from mobile devices to a wide variety of printers; most recently, the alliance announced its code is now part of Android 11. Mazzilli is the chair of the marketing group of the Alliance.
Founded in 2013, by Canon, HP, Samsung, and Xerox, the Mopria Alliance has grown to 22 members representing the worldwide printer and scanner business. In addition to the founding companies, the Mopria Alliance today includes Adobe, Brother, EFI, Epson, Fuji Xerox, Huawei, Lexmark, Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Microsoft, OKI Data, Pantum, Primax, Qualcomm, Toshiba, Ricoh, Xiaomi, and YSoft.Mediaclip
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Oct 22, 2020
Photo personalization trends with Ilze Folkmane, Printful
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Ilze Folkmane**. *communications manager, *Printful*, about trends in consumer purchasing, how COVID-18 is affecting holiday shopping and product shipping and the keys to Printful's growth.
Printful is an on-demand order-fulfillment and warehousing service that fulfills and ships products including clothing, accessories, and home & living items for online businesses. The privately-held company has 1,100 employees in six plants in the United States, Mexico, Spain and Latvia.
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Oct 16, 2020
Making Magic with Rob Mauldin and Candy Parks
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Rob Mauldin* and *Candy Parks* of the *MagicMakers Group* about company culture, serving customers, how COVID is impacting businesses of all kinds, and ways to adapt.
Rob Mauldin, a founding partner of the MagicMakers Group, focuses on Business Transformation and Experience Development. He was a member of the Disney Cruise Line launch team and was a key executive in the Entertainment organization that led the transformation of Disney's consumer photography service, Disney PhotoPass, at Disney theme parks around the world. After a distinguished 21-year Disney career, Rob founded The MagicMakers® Group with partner and fellow Disney executive *Cal Almaguer.*
*Candy Parks* specializes in *Consumer Research and Quantitative Analytics - "Measuring the Magic"*. She is an accomplished executive with nearly 30 years of experience, in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
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Oct 9, 2020
COVID and School Photography, with James Aziz, Edge Imaging
*Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *James Aziz**, *the new CEO of *Edge Imaging*, about what brought him to the company, the challenges faced by the school photography industry in the face of COVID-19, and the bright future.
Aziz came to Edge Imaging effective March 16 from *Transcontinental Printing and Packaging*’s Premedia services for Printing and Packaging. Aziz has expertise in finance, operational reporting, continuous improvement, manufacturing systems, cost-containment, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, as well as strategic planning.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Sep 24, 2020
Visual 1st conference with Hans Hartman
*Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Hans Hartman**,* president of *Suite 48 Analytics* and chair of *Visual 1st*. Visual 1st is the premier global conference focused on promoting innovation and partnerships in the photo and video ecosystem, hosting executives and entrepreneurs at photo and video app development startups, mobile device vendors, carriers, cloud storage providers, software companies, print product providers, camera manufacturers, and many others. In 2020, the conference will be the Visual 1st 2020 – Virtual Edition conference, *Oct.14-15*. In this interview, Hartman discusses the program and how the event has adapted to maintain its networking capabilities.
The event will be held Oct. 14+15; 8:00 am - 12:00 noon, Pacific Time, with optional attendee roundtable get-togethers: Oct. 21, 22, 23, 24 at 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM, Pacific Time.
To register, click here. Ticket price: $199; Early Bird price: $99 (until Sept. 30).
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Sep 16, 2020
Graphics, photo and lenticular printing with Stan Freimuth, Tracer Imaging
*Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Stan Freimuth,* chairman of *Tracer Imaging*, a leading provider of lenticular prints. Freimuth discusses his long industry career, spanning the photofinishing, graphic arts, and digital imaging, with companies including *Pako Corp., Fuji Photo Film USA, Presstek* and now *Tracer Imaging*. In particular, Freimuth talks about how different photo companies in the 1990s and 2000s responded to the digital challenge and the on-going intersection of the graphics industry with photo/imaging.
Tracer Imaging, founded in 2004, is one of the countries leading lenticular printers, providing services to commercial markets and consumers (through retail partners).
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Sep 10, 2020
The future of professional wedding photography, with Michael Warshall, EMOTION Photography
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Michael Warshall,* chairman of Australia's EMOTION Photography. Featured last year in the Dead Pixels Society, EMOTION Photography is a digital-first operation built around the belief the customer – in this case, brides – would prefer to hire a photographer with immediate access to images, as well as the understanding there are photographers willing to be paid a flat rate to photograph a wedding. The entire process is handled through a mobile app. EMOTION Wedding Photography was started by industry veterans *Michael Warshall, Vittorio Natoli* and *Peter Meyers*.
In this episode, Warshall discusses his company's customer-driven approach to wedding photography, how the company has adapted its services based on customer feedback, the decision to automate the entire process and trends in the wedding business.
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Aug 29, 2020
Photo moonshot with Makaila Nichols, the Blatantly Honest Foundation
*Gary Pageau* of the *Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Makaila Nichols,* author and founder of the *Blatantly Honest Foundation*. At 18, Nichols wrote "Blatantly Honest," a best-selling book about her battle with body issues, bullying and sexual assault. From there, she started the Blatantly Honest Foundation to "change the stigma behind bullying and other social issues by educating the public, encouraging students to share their stories and to become Blatantly Honest in their own lives."
In addition to educational resources and talks on bullying, body image, mental health and more, Blatantly Honest conceived the *Moon Missio**, *a program to help today’s youth take part in mission planned for 2021 and send their image into space. Participants can choose personal or professional images and send them to the moon where no one can look down on them again. Capturelife is a technology partner; to participate, browse to moonmission.capturelife.com.
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Aug 22, 2020
Expanding the graphics market with Canva
*Gary Pageau *of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Aaron Day,* Global Partnership Lead, with *Canva*. Day discusses the Canva business model, how the company is partnering with leading leaders like FedEx Office, and a sneak peek at the future of photo printing.
Founded in 2012 by *Melanie Perkins, Cliff Obrecht*, and *Cameron Adams*, Canva is a graphic design software solutions provider helping users to design presentations, social media graphics, and more with various layouts, images, photo filters, icons and shapes, and fonts. The platform combines a drag-and-drop design tool with a stock library of photographs, illustrations, and imagery.
Valued at $6 billion, Sydney-based Canva is considered to Australia's most valuable private tech company.Support the show
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Aug 13, 2020
Rick Bellamy, CEO of RPI, on the printing market, consolidation and COVID
*Gary Pageau* of *The Dead Pixels Society* talks with *Rick Bellamy,* CEO of *RPI**,* about the company's recent acquisition of Blurb, the forces driving industry consolidation, the future of print and RPI's leadership role in COVID-19 response.
RPI is a leading make-on-demand producer of private label personalized print services to businesses around the world, including books, greeting and holiday cards, apparel, and business products for e-commerce companies, mass retailers, and Fortune 1000 corporations.
The Seattle-based company, which celebrated its 40th year in business in 2019, has additional production facilities in Kennesaw, GA, Rochester, NY, and Eindhoven, NL.
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Aug 6, 2020
Imaging Industry Research with Rise Above Research
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with the co-founders of the new imaging industry marketing research company, *Rise Above Research*. *Ed Lee,* founder and director, has more than 20 years of experience covering the consumer and professional digital photography and imaging markets as an industry analyst and market researcher. *David Haueter* has 20 years of experience as an industry analyst, with stints at *Gartner *and *Keypoint Intelligence -InfoTrends*, primarily covering the photo output markets.
In this interview, Lee and Haueter discuss the changes driving imaging device markets and photo output and gifting.
Rise Above Research offers annual syndicated advisory services as well as custom consulting services that help clients understand market trends, identify opportunities, and develop strategies to grow their businesses.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 30, 2020
David Crandall of the School Photographers of America
*Gary Pageau *of The Dead Pixels Society talks with *David Crandall*, the executive director of the new industry association, the *School Photographers of America*. Crandall discusses how School Photographers of America will take the issues facing volume photographers direct to decision-makers, how it will pursue policies, and ways industry members can become more involved.
School Photographers of America was formed during the COVID-19 pandemic when the entire United States closed down schools in March of 2020. With no school picture days and the country in a financial crisis, health pandemic and with unemployment at a historic high, Crandall (then a *Strawbridge Studios Inc.* sales executive) had a vision to rally the industry to protect all school photographers' copyrights and raise awareness of our industry, as so many small businesses were being left behind by government aid.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Jul 23, 2020
Virtual IPIC update with Brenda DiVincenzo
*Gary Pageau* welcomes back* Brenda DiVincenzo*, vice president of member success, at the *IPI Member Network*. Brenda shares the latest changes to the *IPIC Conference*. Now in a virtual format, the Aug. 23-26 "Breakthrough" conference will have many of the features of the IPI annual convention, but now through the Whova app. Attendees will be able to watch sessions as they happen and engage in online discussions and social activities.
The event focuses on topics that will *grow sales, increase profits, reduce costs, streamline operations and create traffic f*or IPI retailers, labs and members. Topics should be introduced and emphasized by the use of storytelling and specifics should be relayed in the form of interactive and demonstration methods.
The people who attend IPIC represent a wide range of industry roles. Owners are encouraged to bring members of their team and family and, as registration is free to IPI members, the new virtual event is an opportunity to reach an even grea…
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Jul 16, 2020
Excire launches AI-powered image management tool, Excire Foto
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Erhardt Barth,* co-founder of *Excire Inc.,* about the company's new desktop-based image management tool, *Excire Foto**. *Excire Foto is a powerful app designed for easy photo management and quick content-based browsing. As a local program, it doesn't require cloud computing and therefore has built-in privacy. Pageau and Barth discuss the company's background, the technology, the need for intelligent image management, and the role of privacy in AI.
*Excire Inc.* is an American corporation dedicated to bringing useful AI technology to photographers. The Excire technology is developed by the Pattern Recognition Company (PRC), a German AI firm started in 2005 as a spin-off of the University of Lübeck.
Professor Barth is co-founder of the *Pattern Recognition Company* and* Excire Inc. *and CEO of PRC. He has a PhD in electrical engineering from the Technical University of Munich, did post-doctoral work at NASA Ames, and is an interna…
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Jul 3, 2020
10,000 Headshots to offer free portraits to unemployed workers nationwide
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with the team behind 10,000 Headshots, the largest, single-day photo initiative to provide 10,000 unemployed Americans nationwide with a complimentary, professional headshot to include with their resumes and post to job sites. The event will be Wednesday, July 22.
10,000 Headshots is the brainchild of *Tony Taafe, *who co-founded Headshot Booker with renowned portrait photographer, *Peter Hurley,* national event photographer, *Lauren Lieberman,* and developer, *Joseph Pelosi*. In this episode, Taafe, Leiberman, and *Ryan Jacobs*, founder and CEO of *SpotMyPhotos* (the company providing the hosting platform and capture technology), joined us for this episode to talk about the origins of the project and the importance of it during this pandemic.
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Jun 16, 2020
The future of retail with Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks about retail in the age of COVID-19 and civil unrest with *Bob Phibbs*, the Retail Doctor. A frequent speaker at PRO events, Phibbs has worked with some of the top retail brands. He and his work have appeared on ABC, Fox, MSNBC, and PBS, and featured in articles in Entrepreneur, the New York Times, and the *Wall Street Journal*. He also performs business makeovers for the Los Angeles Times and received the highest sales increase award from the #1 mall in America.
In this interview, Phibbs talks about how photo retailers need to adapt their sales strategies to compete and to thrive in today's challenging environment.
With more than 30 years' experience creating proven sales increases of 20-50%, The Retail Doctor can help bring your retail organization back to excellent health with amazing customer service.
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Jun 8, 2020
Printing garments on demand with Tim Pontin of Printful
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Tim Pontin*, photographer, *Printful*, the fast-growing on-demand printing company.
Printful is an on-demand fulfillment company offering eCommerce warehousing and custom print and embroidery product drop-shipping services for online retailers.
Established in 2013, Printful is one of the leading custom print-on-demand product drop shippers in the USA and Europe with six fulfillment centers (three in the United States, two in Europe, one in Mexico) and 800-plus employees worldwide.
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May 30, 2020
Preserving generations of photo memories with Glen Meakem of Forever.com
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Glen Meakem*, CEO and founder, *Forever.com*, the permanent cloud photo storage and sharing company. A serial entrepreneur, Meakem founded *FreeMarkets Inc.* in 1995, which was later sold for $500 million. He also formerly headed up a venture capital fund and was a former radio host based in Pittsburgh, Pa. For the past eight years, he has devoted his energy to Forever.com.
In this podcast, Meakem talks about the value proposition of offering permanent photo storage, the Forever.com offering and business model, and the importance of preserving family history.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 22, 2020
The importance of photo memories and metadata standards, with Vivid-Pix and FamilySearch
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks with *Rick Voight*, CEO of *Vivid-Pix*, about the value of restoring and reliving family memories. Vivid-Pix is the publisher of *Vivid-Pix Land&Sea SCUBA* and *Vivid-Pix RESTORE* image-enhancement software products.
We are also joined by *Gordon Clarke*, strategic solution manager, of *FamilySearch International*, the world's largest genealogy organization. FamilySearch International is the largest genealogy organization in the world. FamilySearch is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization sponsored by *The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints*. Gordon and Rick discuss the formation and goals of the just-announced *Family History Metadata Working Group.*
The FHMWG is a collaboration between public organizations and private companies including founding members from *FamilySearch,* *MemoryWeb*, *Vivid-Pix*, the *Family History Information Standards Organisation* and *The Permanent Legacy Foundation*.25 Minutes of Unfinished Busi…
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May 15, 2020
Photo organization with David Vaskevitch of Mylio
*Gary Pageau* of the Dead Pixels Society talks the *David Vaskevitch,* the founder of peer-to-peer media-organization tool provider *Mylio *about the challenges of selling subscriptions in the age of "free," competing against *Adobe* and *Google,* and partnering with Seagate. In this hour-long interview, Vaskevitch discusses his career at Microsoft, his love of photography and the value of pictures.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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May 8, 2020
The future of photography and retail with Neomodern's Michael Rubin
*Gary Pageau* from the Dead Pixels Society talks with photographer *Michael Rubin* about the photography, printing and retail. Rubin operated, until recently, the *Neomodern* print store and gallery in downtown San Francisco. He is also the co-host of the "Everyday Photography, Every Day," podcast.
In this episode, Rubin discusses why he doesn't think a photograph is a photograph until it.s printed, as well as the circumstances forcing the unfortunate closure of the Neomodern retail space. 25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 30, 2020
School photo challenges with GotPhoto
*Benedikt Greifenhofer*, co-founder and CEO, *GotPhoto*, talks with *Gary Pageau* about the challenges faced by school photo companies in the age of COVID-19. Digitization was already on its way to changing the industry; how can GotPhoto help firms survive and thrive?
GotPhoto is an award-winning workflow solution automating repetitive online sales and marketing tasks and workflow processing.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Apr 24, 2020
Photo specialty survival with Brenda DiVincenzo of IPI Member Network
*Gary Pageau* interviews* Brenda DiVincenzo*, vice president of member success, at the *IPI Member Network*. Brenda shares with us the latest news from IPI, plus shares tips and tactics photo specialty firms are using to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.25 Minutes of Unfinished Business, hosted by Alex Brayshaw
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Mar 27, 2020
Small business strategies for photographers during COVID-19 with Eric Miller
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented problems for photographers and retailers. The Dead Pixels Society editor *Gary Pageau* talks with *Eric Miller* of Miller Foto about tools and tactics to survive and thrive.
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