In this episode, host Lee-Ann Johnstone interviews Todd Stearn, Founder and CEO of The Aragon Company and Vibrant Performance. Todd shares insights from his unique position running an integrated affiliate ecosystem that includes networks, publishing, and agency services - giving him unprecedented visibility into performance marketing from every angle.

From his early days learning affiliate marketing on the job in 2010 to building a seven-figure monthly spend program that won multiple industry awards, Todd reveals how data transparency and cross-channel integration are revolutionising affiliate campaign performance.

Our thanks go to Everflow as this season’s sponsor. Would you like to talk about sponsoring our podcast, or gaining a brand mention? Take a look here.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:

[02:30] Todd's journey from university graduate to building an integrated affiliate empire

[10:05] The performance influencer trend that's disrupting traditional paid social marketing

[26:45] Three essential pieces of advice for affiliate managers who want to level up their programs

ELEVATE 2025: Time is running out to join the revolution!

Join us in London on July 15 and 16 for two days of pure performance marketing acceleration.

Check out the agenda, get your ticket AND get your entries in for the BRAND NEW AFFIVERSE RAV AWARDS here.

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In this episode, Lee-Ann Johnston interviews Mark Jacobs, the Director of Affiliate Success at Ideal Living, focusing on the health and wellness segment of affiliate marketing. They discuss Mark's journey into the industry, the evolution of affiliate marketing, and the importance of building authentic partnerships with affiliates. Mark shares insights on how to transition from a transactional approach to a more partnership-led model, emphasizing the significance of understanding the customer journey and the role of affiliates in that process. In this conversation, Mark Jacobs discusses the intricacies of affiliate marketing, particularly in the health and wellness sector. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating marketing budgets, differentiating in a competitive market, and the significance of building strong partnerships with affiliates. The discussion also touches on the evolving landscape of affiliate marketing with the rise of AI, the necessity for transparency, and the value of personal branding in the industry. Mark shares insights on team structure, engagement strategies, and the critical role of trust in fostering successful affiliate relationships.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[08:56] Health and Wellness Affiliate Programs
[21:08] Evaluating Marketing Mix and Budgeting for Success
[27:06] Engagement Over Growth: Fostering Partner Relationships

ELEVATE 2025: Time is running out to join the revolution!
Join us in London on July 15 and 16 for two days of pure performance marketing acceleration.

Check out the agenda, get your ticket AND get your entries in for the BRAND NEW AFFIVERSE RAV AWARDS here.

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In this week's episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, Lee-Ann Johnstone is joined by Michael Cole, SVP of Marketing at Everflow, to discuss the evolution of affiliate marketing measurement and attribution. With $5 billion in transactions tracked through Everflow's platform last year, Michael shares valuable insights on how brands can leverage data to optimise their affiliate programs.

Our thanks go to Everflow as this season’s sponsor. Would you like to talk about sponsoring our podcast, or gaining a brand mention? Take a look here.

Listen to find out more about:
• How one finance client achieved 740% program growth by sharing event-level data with affiliates.
• Warning signs that your current tech stack isn't serving your program's growth needs.
• Practical first steps for implementing more sophisticated tracking without overwhelming resources.

ELEVATE 2025: Time is running out to join the revolution!
Join us in London on July 15 and 16 for two days of pure performance marketing acceleration.

Check out the agenda, get your ticket AND get your entries in for the BRAND NEW AFFIVERSE RAV AWARDS here.

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“I love Affiverse’s Affiliate Marketing Podcast.” <– If that sounds like you, please give us a 5 Star rating here! Taking the time to do that, helps us support more people in our community to access digital and affiliate marketing insights, expert lead learnings and allows us to share the latest online marketing tactics that help Affiliate programs and businesses to grow.

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In this episode of the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, Gaurav Arora shares his extensive experience in the affiliate marketing industry, discussing the evolution of affiliate networks, the importance of direct partnerships, and the need for strategic segmentation in affiliate programs. He emphasises the significance of building relationships with account managers and understanding the diverse roles of publishers in the customer journey. The conversation also explores best practices for leveraging affiliate networks effectively and the future of affiliate marketing in the context of AI and data-driven strategies.

Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct:
[04:32] The Role of Affiliate Networks vs. Direct Partnerships
[12:32] Segmenting Affiliate Programs for Growth
[22:15] Best Practices for Working with Affiliate Networks

ELEVATE 2025: Time is running out to join the revolution!
Join us in London on July 15 and 16 for two days of pure performance marketing acceleration.

Check out the agenda, get your ticket AND get your entries in for the BRAND NEW AFFIVERSE RAV AWARDS here.

Miss it and miss out!

#AffiliateWINS: Your Victory Lap Starts Now!

Join the #AffiliateWINS movement! Share your affiliate marketing triumphs and success stories on social media to help spread positivity throughout the industry.

Time to flip the script: less calling out, more calling UP. Let's make #AffiliateWINS the hashtag that dominates feeds everywhere!

Ready to brag? Share success stories like these:

• "Just closed our best Q1 ever with the partner who's been in it with us since day one. Loyalty pays dividends. #AffiliateWINS"
• "Our affiliate just turned a shoestring budget into 5x ROAS using nothing but authentic UGC and love. Small spend, massive returns. #AffiliateWINS"
• "Here's to the quiet achievers steadily driving volume without the spotlight. You're the backbone of this industry. #AffiliateWINS”

Each week on the Affiliate Marketing Podcast, we're showcasing why affiliate isn't just a moment—it's EVERY moment in your business. Share your #AffiliateWINS as we unveil an incredible lineup of guests and features, brought to you by our season sponsors at Everflow.io.

Use the hashtag to shout-out your wins and positivity on social channels or contact us directly with your stories.

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

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

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

Get Your Questions Answered by Lee-Ann!

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

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

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

Get Your Questions Answered!
Use this form to submit a question to Lee-Ann and get it answered on the Affiliate Marketing Podcast.

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

Let's make #AffiliateWINS the hashtag that dominates feeds everywhere! Want to learn more about elevating your affiliate program? Subscribe to the Affiliate Marketing Podcast for weekly insights from industry leaders.

Subscribe to our podcast HERE!

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“I love Affiverse’s Affiliate Marketing Podcast.” <– If that sounds like you, please give us a 5 Star rating here! Taking the time to do that, helps us support more people in our community to access digital and affiliate marketing insights, expert lead learnings and allows us to share the latest online marketing tactics that help Affiliate programs and businesses to grow.

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

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

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

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

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

Get Your Questions Answered! Use this form to submit a question to Lee-Ann and get it answered on the Affiliate Marketing Podcast.

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

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


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


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

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

Discover more about the PIN-UP Partners program.


Do you have a question you need the answer to? Use this form to submit a question to Lee-Ann and get it answered on the Affiliate Marketing Podcast.


Want to learn more about elevating your affiliate program? Subscribe to the Affiliate Marketing Podcast for weekly insights from industry leaders. Subscribe to our podcast HERE!


Rate, Review & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts
“I love Affiverse’s Affiliate Marketing Podcast.” <– If that sounds like you, please give us a 5 Star rating here! Taking the time to do that, helps us support more people in our community to access digital and affiliate marketing insights, expert lead learnings and allows us to share the latest online marketing tactics that help Affiliate programs and businesses to grow.

Send me a text with your questions