Beyond Influence

By: Kwame Appiah & Scott Sutton
  • Summary

  • Beyond Influence is hosted by Kwame Appiah, a content creator and member of the Netflix show Love is Blind, and Scott Sutton, CEO of Later, a leading social media management and influencer marketing app with 500K+ users.

    We’re diving into the future of social and why influencer marketing is at the center of it all. Hear from the industry’s best creators & brand marketers about their personal and professional journeys. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the ins and outs of influencer marketing, including industry secrets and expert advice.

    Whether you’re a fan, an aspiring influencer, a social content creator, or run influencer campaigns for a brand — this podcast is for you.

    © 2025 Beyond Influence
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Episodes
  • Episode 33: Brett Brown - From Self-Taught Designer to Nike Innovator
    Jan 15 2025

    This week, we sit down with Brett Brown, public figure, artist and design director at Nike. While many may know him from Netflix’s “Love is Blind,” Brett’s story goes far beyond reality TV.

    In this episode, we discuss Brett’s humble beginnings in Wilmington, North Carolina and how he overcame adversity to become a self-taught design success. Brett shares how to trust your creative instincts, take pride in your work, and the LinkedIn post that might have changed his life.

    Follow Brett on Instagram @the.brettbrown


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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Episode 32: Sara Pollack - How Pinterest Predicts Trends
    Jan 8 2025

    Join us this week as we sit down with Sara Pollack, VP and Global Head of Consumer Marketing at Pinterest. With impressive career-spanning roles at Google, YouTube, and Pinterest, Sara has been at the forefront of social media’s evolution and its impact on society.

    In this episode, we dive into Sara’s journey from creative film executive to marketing leader at some of the world’s most influential companies. We dig into the story behind Pinterest Predicts, the platform’s data-driven trends report, and get an exclusive preview of what’s in store for 2025. Plus, Sara shares how Pinterest connects creators, brands, and audiences to fuel the creator economy.

    Follow Sara on LinkedIn @sarapollack

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    57 mins
  • Episode 31: Gabby Beckford - Packing Light, Living Large
    Dec 18 2024

    Meet Gabby Beckford, a dynamic content creator who transformed her background in data quality engineering into a thriving social media career. With over 500k followers across her platforms and features in publications like the New York Times and National Geographic, Gabby is redefining what it means to be a modern creator.

    In this episode, we explore Gabby's remarkable journey from writing $10 blog posts to becoming the 2024 ADColor Creator of the Year. She shares insights on overcoming travel fears and building confidence through self-reassurance. Discover how Gabby leverages her unique blend of technical expertise and creative storytelling to inspire others to step out of their comfort zones and embrace a life of adventure.

    Follow Gabby on Instagram @PacksLight

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    53 mins

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