After Earnings
After Earnings is a podcast that connects modern investors with the executives and decision-makers shaping the stock market. It focuses on the growing influence of retail investors and brings conversations that were once exclusive to hedge fund managers to a broader audience.
Episodes
Twilio CEO on the Company's Turnaround Strategy, AI-Powered Customer Communication & the Robocall Problem
Ann Berry is joined by Khozema Shipchandler, CEO of Twilio, to discuss the company's turnaround strategy, the changing landscape of customer communication and how Twilio is leveraging AI to personalize interactions.
00:00 Khozema Shipchandler, CEO of Twilio, joins01:06 Taking over as Twilio's CEO01:50 What Twilio does03:19 Fighting commoditization with pricing power and the CDP data asset05:20 Tw
Zscaler CFO on Next-Gen Cybersecurity, How AI Models Expose Vulnerabilities & the Software Selloff
Ann Berry is joined by Kevin Rubin, CFO of Zscaler, to discuss how the company's zero trust model protects nearly half of the Fortune 500, what frontier AI models revealed about cybersecurity vulnerabilities and whether the software selloff is missing the bigger picture.
00:00 Kevin Rubin, CFO of Zscaler, Joins01:19 What Zscaler does: zero trust cybersecurity explained02:08 Castle and moat vs. d
DraftKings CFO on Prediction Markets, the “Super App” & Sports Betting Integrity
Ann Berry is joined by Alan Ellingson, CFO of DraftKings, to discuss how the company is navigating the rising popularity of prediction markets, its new “Super App” designed to let users seamlessly operate across jurisdictions, and how DraftKings is working to maintain integrity in sports betting.
00:00 Alan Ellingson, CFO of DraftKings, Joins00:38 Q1 earnings highlights: revenue, EBITDA, and prof
Duolingo CFO on the Going “Big" Strategy, AI Content Growth & Expanding Beyond Languages
Ann Berry is joined by Gillian Munson, CFO of Duolingo to discuss the company's transformation as it pursues user growth over short-term revenue. They dive into Duolingo’s expansion beyond language learning, growth opportunities across Asia, and how AI is accelerating content production. Gillian also reflects on transitioning from Duolingo’s board to stepping into the CFO role.00:00 Gillian Munson
Booking Holdings CEO on Travel, Brand Distinction and Connected Trips
Ann Berry is joined by Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, to survey the state of the global travel industry amid geopolitical uncertainty and Glenn’s strategy to creating synergy across multiple brands — including its Connected Trip vision. They unpack the rise of alternative accommodations versus Airbnb, and the role of AI through products like Priceline’s Penny and new startup initiatives. Gl
Ferrovial CFO on Building JFK Terminal 1, its Heathrow Exit, and the Growth Opportunity in Highways
Ann Berry is joined by Ernesto López Mozo, CFO of Ferrovial, to outline the company’s infrastructure assets, from highways to airports, and where it sees the strongest growth opportunities. They unpack the financing behind JFK Terminal 1, why Ferrovial exited Heathrow, and how private equity is impacting the sector. Plus, they discuss the key drivers behind the company’s IPO on the U.S.-based Nasd
Snowflake CEO on AI Risk, Product Innovation and Winning Enterprise Customers
Ann Berry is joined by Sridhar Ramaswamy, CEO of Snowflake to discuss Project SnowWork, the company’s new platform that brings outcome-driven AI agents into enterprise workflows. They break down why constant innovation is critical as AI drives competition across the software industry. They also discuss Snowflake’s path to GAAP profitability, its M&A strategy, and how volatility is impacting compen
Everpure CEO on Preparing Data for AI, The Company Rebrand and Investing in Sales Talent
Ann Berry is joined by Charles Giancarlo, CEO and Chairman of Everpure, to discuss the company’s shift from data storage to data management in the AI era. They break down how companies are preparing their data for AI and the strategy behind Everpure’s rebrand from Pure Storage. They also discuss the rising demand for enterprise data infrastructure, the importance of investing in sales talent, and
Zeta Global CEO David Steinberg on AI Marketing, Connected TV Advertising and Zeta’s Path to $2B+ Revenue
Ann Berry is joined by Zeta Global Co-founder & CEO David Steinberg to discuss how the company is using AI to transform digital marketing. Steinberg explains how Zeta’s platform helps enterprises acquire, retain and monetize customers, why the company invested in AI years before the recent boom and how it built its consumer data cloud. They also discuss the “software apocalypse” narrative weighing
Coursera CEO Greg Hart on the Udemy Deal, the Skills Economy and the Future of Online Education
Ann Berry is joined by Coursera CEO Greg Hart, to discuss where online education is headed, Coursera's position within a rapidly changing skills economy and what the company’s combination with Udemy means for learners, enterprises and creators. They explore how Coursera is using generative AI inside its products, along with the company’s broader approach to scale, monetization and long-term growth
Dynex Capital Co-CEO Smriti Popenoe on Mortgage REITs, the Fed and Risk Management in Housing Finance
Ann Berry is joined by Dynex Capital Co-CEO Smriti Popenoe, who explains how mortgage REITs operate and how Dynex invests in agency mortgage-backed securities. Popenoe walks through the mechanics of leverage, interest-rate sensitivity and how those factors affect returns and dividends. They also discuss the Fed’s role in shaping financing costs, the function of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in the h
Gen CEO Vincent Pilette on Norton, Security and Financial Wellness
Ann Berry is joined by Gen CEO Vincent Pilette to break down Gen’s business model and growth strategy following its expansion beyond cybersecurity. The conversation covers how brands like Norton, Avast, LifeLock and MoneyLion fit together, how Gen thinks about consumer trust and how financial wellness is being integrated into its core security platform. Pilette also discusses customer adoption, gl
CLEAR's CEO Caryn Seidman Becker on Frictionless Travel, Biometrics & International Expansion
Ann Berry is joined in-studio by CLEAR's CEO Caryn Seidman Becker They review the company’s latest quarter, the rollout of eGates and how the company is preparing for global expansion. Caryn shares what’s driving CLEAR’s growth across travel and enterprise, why healthcare is a major unlock and the ways digital identity is becoming a core layer of modern life.
Highlights include: CLEAR's orig
ScottsMiracle-Gro's President & COO Nate Baxter on Modernizing the 160-Year-Old Lawn and Garden Business
Ann Berry is joined in-studio by Nate Baxter, President & COO of ScottsMiracle-Gro. They discuss how the 160-year-old company is modernizing its iconic brands, balancing innovation with sustainability, and sunsetting its cannabis subsidiary. Nate explores shifting consumer demographics, regional growth strategies and the company’s planned packaging refresh.Highlights include:- How Scotts and Mira
NiCE’s CFO Beth Gaspich on AI, Acquisitions and the Future of Customer Experience
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann sits down with Beth Gaspich, the Chief Financial Officer of NiCE - a decades-old enterprise software company looking to transform itself into an AI-driven customer experience platform.They discuss how NiCE aims to redefine contact centers through automation and conversational AI, NiCE's nearly $1 billion acquisition of Cognigy, and the company’s approach to f
Robinhood’s CIO Steph Guild on Investing, Tokenization & Prediction Markets
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry speaks with Steph Guild, Chief Investment Officer at Robinhood, about how the company is expanding beyond active trading into broader wealth management. Guild explains how Robinhood Strategies works and how it aims to help retail investors build long-term portfolios. She also shares her perspective on tokenized assets along with thoughts on prediction m
e.l.f. Beauty’s Billion-Dollar Glow-Up: CFO Mandy Fields on rhode, Tariffs & Global Expansion
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Mandy Fields, Chief Financial Officer of e.l.f. Beauty to unpack how the company balances celebrity-led brands, marketing spend and the business realities of tariffs, pricing and growth.
00:00 – Mandy Fields Joins
00:48 – How Marketing Spend Is Driving e.l.f. Beauty’s Growth
02:00 – Working With Celebrity Founders: Hailey Bieber and
Hamilton Lane Co-CEO Erik Hirsch on Retail Investors, Evergreen Funds and Private Markets
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Hamilton Lane Co-CEO Erik Hirsch for an in-depth conversation about the future of private markets. They discuss how Hamilton Lane is opening private capital to retail investors, why fund manager selection matters more than thematic bets in today’s environment and how the firm navigates being a publicly traded company.
00:00 – Erik Hir
Udemy CEO Hugo Sarrazin on AI-Powered Learning, Subscriptions & the Future of Online Education
On the latest episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Udemy CEO Hugo Sarrazin to discuss the company’s pivot from a traditional online course marketplace to an AI-powered platform designed to re-skill the global workforce.
Highlights include:
- Udemy’s shift from one-off course sales to a subscription model
- The company’s enterprise push to re-skill workforces at scale
- The fu
Block CFO & COO Amrita Ahuja on Cash App, Afterpay, and the Future of Fintech
On the latest episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Amrita Ahuja, the CFO & COO of Block, to break down the company’s recent performance and how it's leveraging its multiple brands to drive long-term growth. The conversation explores Block’s capital allocation strategy, AI-powered underwriting and how each of its businesses from Cash App and Square to Afterpay aims to expand financia
ZoomInfo Founder and CEO Henry Schuck on AI, Sales Strategy & the Story Behind Ticker Symbol GTM
On the latest episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Henry Schuck the Founder and CEO of ZoomInfo to break down the company’s recent earnings, including revenue growth and profitability. They discuss ZoomInfo’s efforts to leverage AI for product development, customer acquisition strategies, and how the company is navigating increased competition and market challenges in the sales inte
Axon and AI: Drones, Bodycams and the Future of Policing
On the latest episode of After Earnings with Ann Berry, Axon’s COO and CFO Brittany Bagley discusses how the company is navigating its push into AI-powered policing tools, including body cam video automation and drone-based first response, while weighing the ethical and privacy concerns that come with expansion in the enterprise and retail markets.
Highlights include:
• How Drones and Small Ro
Coinbase's Paul Grewal on Crypto's Next Frontier: Regulation & Corporate Adoption
On the latest episode of After Earnings with Ann Berry, Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal breaks down how evolving U.S. regulation, political uncertainty and global inflation are driving a wave of corporate interest in crypto - especially Bitcoin and stablecoins - as reserve assets.
Highlights include:
• Why More Corporations Are Buying Bitcoin Over U.S. Treasuries
• The Genius Act
VinFast CIO and VP of IR on Ramping Up: Affordable EVs, New Factories and Emerging Market Focus
On the latest episode of After Earnings with Ann Berry, VinFast Chief Investment Officer Chien Nguyen and Vice President of Investor Relations Amandae Baey dive into how VinFast plans to accelerate its global growth in the electric vehicle market.
Highlights include:• How VinFast is doubling annual vehicle production• Growing the EV market with affordable models• Asian consumers and the shift f
TurboTax to Credit Karma: How Intuit’s AI Bet Is Paying Off
On the latest episode of After Earnings with Ann Berry, Intuit CFO Sandeep Aujla outlines how the company is transforming tax filing, personal finance and small business operations through AI and platform expansion.Highlights include:• Intuit’s new marketing strategy to engage tax-prep customers.• How Intuit is combining human and artificial intelligence to dramatically expand TurboTax Live.• How
CAVA CEO on Winning Customers, Vertical Integration, and Riding the Mediterranean Wave
On the latest episode of After Earnings, CAVA CEO Brett Schulman joins Ann Berry to discuss how he is taking on his fast casual rivals with AI, format flexibility and bold flavors.
Highlights include:• Why Schulman believes Mediterranean is the next major fast casual wave.• How CAVA tailors store formats and incorporates AI to keep restaurants efficient and reduce food waste.• How CAVA’s verti
Okta CEO on Building a Password-Free Future & Developing Standards for AI Security
On the latest episode of After Earnings, we spoke with Okta CEO Todd McKinnon about how his company aims to become the one-stop shop for digital ID across all businesses and applications.
Highlights include:
• How Okta is working toward a password-free future.
• Why - when it comes to security - Okta sees itself as the superior choice versus Microsoft every time.
• How Okta is responding t
Lyft CEO on Silver Riders, Self-Driving Cars, and the $100M Ad Bet
On the latest episode of After Earnings, we spoke with Lyft CEO David Risher about designing Lyft Silver for older adults who have been left out of the rideshare boom, how the company is turning its app into a $100 million advertising platform, and what it will take to balance a future of autonomous vehicles with the human touch that keeps rides personal.$LYFT
Roblox CEO on Shopping, Socializing, and Selling in 3D
On the latest episode of After Earnings, we spoke with Roblox founder and CEO David Baszucki about why gaming is becoming an always-on digital marketplace, how AI is accelerating the work of Roblox creators, and what it’ll take to grow the platform’s share of global gaming spend from 3% to 10%.
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Tariffs, Toys, and the Kidult Takeover with Hasbro
On the latest episode of After Earnings, we spoke with Hasbro CFO and COO Gina Goetter about how the company is navigating tariff pressure, why 60% of toy sales now come from adults, and how Hasbro's billion-dollar Magic: The Gathering franchise is driving growth. $HAS
01:03 Tariff Impact on the Toy Industry
02:42 Hasbro's ""Playing to Win"" Strategy
07:10 The Rise of the Kid-Adult Market
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When Will Quantum Computing Be Ready for Prime Time? Inside Rigetti’s Big Bet
On the latest episode of After Earnings, we spoke with Rigetti CEO Dr. Subodh Kulkarni about quantum science and its applications today. He talked about how Rigetti tries to compete with the quantum computing R&D budgets of Big Tech players, the company's push towards a 100-qubit processor, and the promise of new breakthroughs. $RGTI
00:00 Comparing quantum computers with the human brain
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Grab and Go: How Super Apps Are Changing the Game
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Grab CFO Peter Oey. Grab is a leading super app in Southeast Asia, offering everything from ride-hailing to food delivery, grocery services, and digital payments. The company went public via a $40B SPAC in 2021, but its stock has since dropped 64% as it works toward profitability. Still, growth hasn’t slowed; revenue rose 19% in 2024, and
How Adobe Will Compete with Free AI Tools and Protect Users' IP with CFO Dan Durn
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sits down with Adobe CFO Dan Durn to unpack the company’s strategy as free generative AI tools flood the market. Adobe is expanding its focus beyond professional creatives to attract everyday users and businesses, with Firefly AI now integrated into its core products, enabling features like text-to-video and automated image enhancements. The company kic
A New Pursuit: A Travel-Focused Future with CEO David Barry
On After Earnings, Ann Berry chats with Pursuit CEO David Barry about the booming demand for adventure travel. From the White Lotus Effect to wellness tourism, acquisitions, and wildfires, they cover it all... including how a weak Canadian dollar and national park cuts could shake up the industry.
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00:00 START
00:51 Media like White Lotus fuels travel trends.
04:02 Recent acquisitions expa
Why tastytrade Thinks Retail Investors Can Beat Institutions
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry sat down with tastytrade’s Tom Sosnoff to discuss his journey and the changing landscape of retail trading. Retail investors now account for 20-30% of U.S. trading volume, and platforms like tastytrade are evolving to support them. Focused on education and data-driven trading, tastytrade offers live market insights, strategy content, and tools for activ
Cutting the Cord: AT&T’s Push Beyond Landlines and Legacy Tech with CFO Pascal Desroches
On the latest After Earnings, AT&T CFO Pascal Desroches joins Ann Berry to unpack the company’s strategy, investments, and competitive landscape. They dive into AT&T’s $22 billion fiber push, its plan to connect 80% of U.S. homes by 2030, and how it’s streamlining operations to focus on core telecom services. $T
00:00 START
00:45 Core Business Lines: Mobile and Fiber Services
01:34 Recent Earning
Beyond the Burrito: Chipotle’s Next Chapter in Growth and Technology with CFO Adam Rymer
Chipotle's ($CMG) stock is up 70% in two years, making it the third-largest U.S. restaurant chain by market value, nearing $80 billion. In 2024, revenue rose 14.6% to $11.3 billion, with slightly improved operating margins. However, investors expected a stronger 2025 outlook than the company's projected low-to-mid single-digit growth in same-store sales. CFO Adam Rymer spoke with Ann Berry about C
Synopsys: Unpacking Silicon & Systems in the Age of AI
With the CHIPS Act, rocketship growth in AI and a long trend of automation, companies like Synopsys ($SNPS) are getting unprecedented investor attention. On the latest episode of After Earnings, CFO Shelagh Glaser joined Ann Berry to discuss:
• Source of record revenue growth to $6B in 2024
• The $35B acquisition of $ANSS + partnerships with $NVDA, $AMZN, and $TSM
• Executing on AI-driven growth i
Royal Caribbean CFO Naftali Holtz on wooing millennials, bigger cruise ships, and the future of land vacations
The cruise industry is booming, with 37 million passengers expected this year. Royal Caribbean Group, one of the world's largest cruise operators, with 66 ships visiting ~1,000 destinations, saw its stock surge after reporting strong 2024 earnings growth and record new bookings. Ann Berry spoke with CFO Naftali Holtz to break down why - and to address public perception of the sector's impact on t
Plant-based Food: Hype or the Future?
The food industry has seen a surge in plant-based and lab-grown alternatives, with Beyond Meat going public in 2019 and Oatly following in 2021. Pat Brown founded Impossible Foods in 2011. Despite the recent challenges faced by Beyond Meat and Oatly, Pat remains committed to his mission, now focusing on tackling climate change and reducing carbon emissions.
00:00 START
00:24 The Rise and Challeng
Flip Phones Are Back?! Plus, Navigating Changing Administrations with Lenovo
On this episode of After Earnings, Ann Berry chats with Ryan McCurdy, President of North America at Lenovo. Ryan, who joined Lenovo in September 2023 after over 20 years at Intel, discusses how the company's new marketing partnerships with FIFA, F1, and celebrity endorsements, including Paris Hilton, have boosted brand awareness. He also shares his insights on the PC replacement cycle, Lenovo's st
How Lemonade Uses AI to Compete in the MASSIVE Insurance Market
Lemonade, founded in 2015, has harnessed AI to revolutionize insurance products and operations. CEO Daniel Schreiber joins host Ann Berry to share his vision for growing the business 10x. They dive into AI’s role in expanding into auto insurance, the use of “synthetic agents” to drive cash flow with General Catalyst, and the psychology behind insurance fraud.
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00:27 Lemonade’s Business Mode
How Roku Empowers Small Businesses in the Streaming Era
This week, Ann sits down with Roku CFO Dan Jedda to discuss the company’s content strategy, growth in ad revenue, and new products designed for small and medium-sized business clients. The episode explores whether TVs will ever be profitable for Roku, the role of ads in Roku City, and how partnerships with Instacart and Trade Desk are shaping the company’s future.
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00:00 START
00:33 Roku’s
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff on the "AI Labor Force," AI Bubble Risks, & Tech in the New Government
In this episode, Salesforce founder and CEO Marc Benioff sits down with Ann Berry to discuss the company's growing Agentforce product, valuations in the AI sector today and Salesforce's track record in start up investing. Ann also asks Marc if we will see him working with Elon Musk on DOGE, and whether Twitter / X is an asset he wished he'd bought.
$CRM
0:00 START
01:54 The Impact of AgentForce
How AI Could Impact Your Credit Score with Upstart CEO Dave Girouard
In this episode of After Earnings, Ann speaks with Upstart CEO and co-founder Dave Girouard about how the company uses AI to assess creditworthiness. Dave shares insights on the limitations of FICO scores, Upstart’s data points, recent earnings, and growth strategies.
$UPST
00:00 Start
00:25 Limitations of FICO Scores
00:50 New Approaches by Fintech Companies
01:42 Upstart’s Credit Assessment
02:2
Zoetis: The Major Player in the $500B Pet Market You May Not Have Heard Of
The pet industry is growing fast and could reach a global market size of half a trillion dollars by 2032. This episode looks at why people bought more pets during COVID, the trend of treating pets like family, and key public companies in the pet space, like Zoetis. Zoetis Executive Vice President and CFO Wetteny Joseph shares how the company works in both companion and production animal health. He
Airbnb: New Host Features, Unique listings, and International plans with CBO Dave Stephenson
In this episode of After Earnings, Airbnb’s Chief Business Officer and Former CFO, Dave Stephenson, spoke with Katie and Ann to discuss the company’s unique differentiation strategies, including exclusive listings and a co-host marketplace. He highlights innovative marketing initiatives, a shift from search engine reliance, and the company’s global expansion efforts. Amid regulatory and market cha
Docusign: 1 Billion Users and Why CFO Blake Grayson Is Banking on Agreement Automation
In this episode of After Earnings, Katie Perry and Ann Berry talk with Blake Grayson, CFO of Docusign, about the company's shift from e-signatures to intelligent agreement management. Grayson discusses Docusign's new IAM platform, AI-focused acquisitions like Lexion, and global expansion plans. He also shares insights on financial performance, growth strategies, and how Docusign plans to innovate
Affirm: Apple Partnership, Gen Z Appeal, & Investor Questions w/ COO & CFO Michael Linford
In this episode of After Earnings, COO & CFO of Affirm Michael Linford sits down with Katie to reflect on the outstanding Q2 performance for the popular Buy Now, Pay Later company. Linford shares the secret sauce that contributes to Affirm’s rapid growth and areas of opportunities to seize, such as key partnerships with Amazon and Apple. Also, some insight to why Affirm is considered one of the mo
Arm: SoftBank Ownership, Licensing Growth, and Global Reach with CFO Jason Child
In this episode of After Earnings, Arm CFO Jason Child joined to talk about the company's growth since its IPO, its relationship with SoftBank, and its approach to AI. He shared insights on Arm's engineering culture, key partnerships with tech giants like Google and Microsoft, and how going public has impacted recruitment. Jason also discussed Arm’s strategies in mergers and acquisitions, as well
Pfizer: Oncology Breakthroughs, GLP-1 Weight Management and Strategic M&A Insights with CFO David Denton
In the latest episode of After Earnings, Pfizer CFO David Denton shares insights into the company’s achievements and future strategies with Ann Berry and Katie Perry. They discuss topics like acquiring Seagen, the use of AI in drug development, and ongoing initiatives in oncology and weight management. Denton addresses shareholder concerns about financial performance, emphasizing Pfizer’s dedicati
Yext: The Inner Workings of the Internet, AI's Impact on Search, & Hype Cycles with CEO Mike Walrath
In this episode of After Earnings, Katie talks with Mike Walrath, CEO of Yext, about digital presence management. Mike explains how Yext helps companies keep their online info accurate, which is key for revenue and customer satisfaction. They discuss challenges from AI and the need for reliable data, plus Yext's recent acquisition of Hearsay and AI's growing role in business.
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Upwork: Navigating the Intersection of Fractional Work and AI Innovation with CFO Erica Gessert
Katie Perry sat down with Upwork CFO Erica Gessert to discuss trends shaping the freelance marketplace. With 38% of the U.S. workforce participating in freelance work, Upwork is positioned at the intersection of rising fractional workforces and AI advancements. They brokedown the benefits for enterprises, the growth of AI-enabled freelance jobs, and Upwork's strategic initiatives, including partne
AI Supercomputing, Rural Development, and Data Centers with Applied Digital CEO Wes Cummins
On this episode of After Earnings, Katie Perry and Ann Berry chat with Wes Cummins, CEO of Applied Digital, about NVIDIA's latest earnings and how it's shaking up the tech world. They dive into what Applied Digital is doing with AI, the challenges of building data centers in rural areas like North Dakota, and the impact on local communities. They also talk about the future of AI supercomputing and
Duolingo: Growth, AI Tools, and What's Up With That Owl with CFO Matt Skaruppa
Ann Berry spoke to Matt Skaruppa, CFO of Duolingo, about the earnings and the company’s growing subscriber base, new products, and how that little green owl mascot came to be. Highlights include hitting 100 million monthly active users, innovations in AI integration, and Duolingo's mission to make education universally accessible. Are you heading to Duocon?
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00:00 START
01:04 Duolingo's J
GoDaddy: Beyond Domain Dominance with CFO Mark McCaffrey
Katie Perry spoke with Mark McCaffrey, CFO of GoDaddy, about the company's recent Q2 earnings report and future plans. Highlights include the company's transformation from a domain-centric business to a one-stop-shop for entrepreneurs, the impact of their AI product Airo, and the importance of free cash flow as a North Star. Mark also shares valuable career and leadership advice, emphasizing the i
Shopify: Bridging Online and Offline Retail with President Harley Finkelstein
Katie Perry spoke with Harley Finkelstein, president of Shopify, about the company's recent growth and future plans following a strong Q2 earnings report. Highlights include Shopify's expansion to support large enterprises, 25% revenue growth, and strong international growth, especially in Europe. Harley also mentions the shift to integrated online and offline retail, the importance of executive p
Tilray Brands: From Cannabis Pioneer to Beverage Disruptor with CEO Irwin D. Simon
Austin Hankwitz and Katie Perry sit down with Tilray Brands CEO, Irwin Simon, to discuss the company's evolution from a cannabis-centric business to a diversified portfolio of beverages and spirits. They explore Tilray's strategic acquisitions, its performance amidst regulatory challenges, and future growth plans. Simon provides insights into the company’s brand development, the pivotal shifts tak
Dynex Capital: REITs, Yield, and the Fed’s Next Move with co-CEO Smriti Popenoe
Katie Perry spoke with Smriti Popenoe, co-CEO, President, and Chief Investment Officer of Dynex Capital, about the company’s success, including surpassing a billion dollars in equity value and maintaining a dividend yield of over 12.5%. Smriti explained the basics of REITs, differentiated between equity and mortgage REITs, and highlighted Dynex's unique position. She also covered potential Fed rat
Winnebago CEO Michael Happe: Why the Classic RV Brand is Making Major Marine Moves
Austin Hankwitz and Katie Perry sit down with Mike Happe, CEO of Winnebago Industries, to discuss the company's evolution from iconic RV manufacturer to a diversified outdoor recreation leader. Mike shares anecdotes about his cross-country trips during COVID, the development of electric boats, and the company's strategic focus on premium innovation. The conversation delves into Winnebago's market
e.l.f. Beauty CEO Tarang Amin: How e.l.f. Succeeds Against Celebrity Brands like Fenty and Rhode
Austin Hankwitz and Katie Perry spoke with e.l.f. Cosmetics CEO Tarang Amin about the company's impressive stock performance and innovative marketing strategies. They dive into e.l.f.'s history, expansion into skincare, and commitment to affordability and quality. The episode highlights the company's diversity initiatives, inclusive culture, and strategic use of data, concluding with Tarang sharin
Life360: Trolling TikTokers, Privacy vs. Safety, and the Future of Location Sharing with CEO Chris Hulls
Katie Perry and Austin Hankwitz interview Chris Hulls, CEO of Life360, an app for family location tracking. Chris discusses the company's strategies, including a successful TikTok campaign with 7 billion views, and their monetization approach, where only 13% of users are paid subscribers. He emphasizes Life360's core values, security measures, and plans for expanding services to seniors. Chris sha
Better: One-Day Mortgages, Interest Rate Woes, and How Not to Handle a Layoff with CEO Vishal Garg
In this episode, hosts Katie Perry and Austin Hankwitz interview Vishal Garg, the CEO of Better.com. The conversation delves into how Better.com is revolutionizing the mortgage industry by leveraging technology to streamline processes and reduce costs. Vishal emphasizes the company's mission to make homeownership accessible to a broader audience while focusing strongly on customer experience. The
Cava: Innovating Fast-Casual Dining, Pushing Love Buttons, and IPO Success With CEO Brett Schulman
In this episode of After Earnings, the hosts sit down with Brett Schulman, co-founder and CEO of the fast-growing restaurant chain Cava. They discuss Cava's journey from its founding to going public, emphasizing the strategic preparations and robust growth leading to its successful IPO. Brett shares insights on the company's focus on digital transformation, leveraging data, and maintaining strong
Visional: Business in Japan, Becoming a Yankees Partner, and Digital Transformation with CEO Swimmy Minami
On this episode of After Earnings hosts Austin Hankwitz and Katie Perry explore Visional CEO and founder Swimmy Minami’s journey and the rise of his company. They discuss Visional's use of AI in HR, its recent IPO on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the differences between the Japanese and U.S. job markets. Swimmy also talks about Visional's plans for cybersecurity and other growth areas, his recent
monday.com: Free Cash Flow, Margin Expansion, and Future Plans with CFO Eliran Glazer
In this episode of 'After Earnings', Katie Perry and Austin Hankwitz interview Eliran Glazer, CFO of monday.com. Founded in 2012, monday.com helps businesses create no-code workflow tools and went public in 2021. Eliran discusses balancing user types, AI integration, sustainable growth, managing headcount, their Super Bowl ad, and future cash flow plans. The conversation also covers IPO preparatio
Affirm: BNPL, Competitive Strategies, and Debunking ‘Phantom Debt’ with CFO Michael Linford
In this episode of After Earnings, Austin Hankwitz speaks with Affirm CFO Michael Linford, exploring the company's innovative financial products, focusing on the Buy Now Pay Later space, and its commitment to consumer financial health. The discussion highlights Affirm's strategic partnerships, revenue streams, and response to competitive challenges, as well as its approach to leveraging AI for cus
ServiceNow: Driving Billions in Revenue While Being a Top Workplace with CFO Gina Mastantuono
In this episode of After Earnings, Katie Perry and Austin Hankwitz sit down with ServiceNow CFO Gina Mastantuono. ServiceNow, a cloud-based workflow automation platform, enables enterprise organizations to improve operational efficiencies by streamlining and automating routine work tasks. Together, they discuss the company's impressive Q1 earnings, advancements in GenAI technology, and the importa
atai Life Sciences: Psychedelics, Mental Health, and Drug Development with Founder and Chairman Christian Angermayer
In this episode, hosts Katie Perry and Austin Hankwitz explore atai Life Sciences with Founder and Chairman Christian Angermayer, covering its mission and the rise of mental health issues. Together, they discuss the current state of psychedelic regulation, atai’s drug development phases, how retail investors should approach Atai post-product launch, and the company’s go-to-market strategy.
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Lovesac: From Basement Bean Bags to a $700M Tech-Enabled Furniture Business with CEO Shawn Nelson
In this episode of the After Earnings podcast, host Katie Perry sat down with LoveSac CEO Shawn David Nelson to discuss LoveSac's success as a modular couch company whose products are designed to adapt and grow with users. They emphasize LoveSac's unique approach in researching target demographics and operating like a consumer packaged goods brand. They also break down the company’s partnerships w
Kura Sushi USA: Innovating Sushi Dining, Culinary Trends & Robot Waiters with CFO Jeff Uttz
In this episode, host Katie Perry sat down with Kura Sushi USA’s Chief Financial Officer Jeff Uttz to explore how Kura Sushi is revolutionizing the sushi experience through partnerships and innovation. From gamifying the dining experience to sourcing sushi globally and Americanizing the menu, Kura is making waves in the industry. The discussion also touches on the growth of sushi in the US, the im
REE Automotive: EV's Commercial Future & Capital Strategies with CEO Daniel Barel
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