Loyalty Leaders Podcast

Loyalty Leaders Podcast

Loyalty is a journey, not a destination. Wherever you are on this path you will certainly benefit from listening to this highly collaborative podcast. Hear the brightest minds in loyalty host fellow industry experts, share experiences and challenges, and best of all get practical insights.

Episodes

September 8, 2025 76 mins

In this episode of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, David Feldman discusses the intricacies of casino loyalty programs with guests Michael Trager and Josh Duffy. They explore the role of hosts, the concept of theoretical loss, and how casual visitors can still benefit from loyalty programs. The conversation highlights the importance of transparency in offers and the friction points that can deter customer engagement

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In this episode of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, David Feldman speaks with Gary Leff about the recent changes to Alaska Airlines' loyalty program, Atmos Rewards, following its merger with Hawaiian Airlines. They discuss the evolution of loyalty programs, the importance of customer trust, and how Alaska Airlines has maintained a strong reputation among its customers.

 

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In this conversation, David Feldman discusses the challenges and advancements in loyalty technology with Christian Gerlich from Loyalty Partner Solutions and Massimo Morin from AWS. They explore the pain points of legacy systems in loyalty programs, the shift towards cloud solutions, and the operational advantages of modern platforms like LPS FLITE. The discussion also highlights real-world migration examples, particularly with Ala...

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August 14, 2025 41 mins

In this episode of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, David Feldman and Len Llaguno discuss the often misunderstood financial aspects of loyalty programs. They explore the misconceptions surrounding loyalty as a cost center, the importance of proving and improving ROI, and the role of actuaries in loyalty management.

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In this episode of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, David Feldman speaks with Caitlin Wildenstein, Director of Loyalty at AKA Hotels, about the importance of emotional engagement in hospitality, the unique approach of AKA Hotels in providing personalized guest experiences, and the challenges and opportunities of running a boutique hotel loyalty program. They discuss the significance of building loyalty beyond transactions, insights on ...

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In this episode of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, David Feldman and Mark Ross-Smith discuss the evolution of loyalty programs, focusing on the differences between transactional and emotional loyalty. They explore how regional differences impact consumer behavior, particularly in the hospitality and airline industries. The conversation highlights the challenges loyalty programs face in retaining members and the strategie...

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In this episode, David Feldman and Nik Laming discuss the upcoming Loyalty Summit Asia Pacific, highlighting the regional differences in loyalty programs compared to the Americas and Europe. They explore the balance between transactional and emotional loyalty, the impact of technology on loyalty programs, and the concept of lifestyle programs. The conversation also touches on the challenges and dynamics of coalition programs and pa...

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July 15, 2025 30 mins

On Episode 61 of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, Tommy Danielsen chats with Christian Kamhaugabout the evolving landscape of the Nordic hospitality and airline industries. They delve into the significance of breakfast in Nordic hotels, the recent changes in SAS's ownership and strategy, and the introduction of new aircraft to enhance SAS's operations. The conversation highlights the competitive advantages and challenges ...

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On Episode 60 of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, Nik Laming chats with Kim van der Zande, CCO of Neoday, at Loyalty Summit London.

They explore how Neoday is using psychology, gamification, and AI to drive short-term R.O.I. and long-term engagement, transforming loyalty into a powerful revenue engine. Kim also shares how AI and machine learning are enabling individualized challenges that stretch customer be...

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On Episode 59 of the Loyalty Leaders Podcast, Phil Rubin chats with Gabriele Giancola, CEO of Qiibee, at Loyalty Summit London. They discuss the future of loyalty and technology, diving into how Qiibee uses blockchain-backed infrastructure to simplify and scale loyalty partnerships- making it easier for brands to onboard and integrate. From real-time member rewards to plug-and-play partner marketplaces, this episode explores how au...

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In Episode 58, Phil Rubin caught up with Oliver Ross, Head of Loyalty at KM Malta Airlines, at the London Loyalty Summit, to talk about Europe's newest flag carrier, the advantage of being a small carrier, transparency in loyalty, and ensuring members understand the value of accrual and a program's value proposition.

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In Episode 57, Founder of Loyalty Summit, Tommy Danielsen caught up with Aron Backström, Vice President Product & Loyalty at SAS, to talk about the EuroBonus transition to SkyTeam, the Friends with Benefits partnership with Scandic Hotels, and updates to lounges and business class.

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May 27, 2025 37 mins

In Episode 56, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit, David Feldman caught up with James Curry, VP Product & Member Engagement at Emirates, to talk about Emirates Skywards, changes to the program, and how Emirates are leveraging the frequent flyer program to engage both high-valueas well as infrequent flying members.

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May 20, 2025 47 mins

In Episode 55, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit David Feldman chats with Dave Grossman, CEO & Founder of MilesTalk, about whether hotel, casino and airline loyalty programs are winning customer loyalty or leaving money on the table.

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May 15, 2025 71 mins

In Episode 54, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit David Feldman chats with VIP Luxury Travel expert, Michael Trager, about elite status, benefits, and whether hotel loyalty programs still matter.

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May 6, 2025 28 mins

In Episode 53, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit David Feldman chats with loyalty expert, Nik Laming, about Loyalty Myths, the Business of Loyalty, and the upcoming Loyalty Summit in London.

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April 29, 2025 27 mins

In Episode 52, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit David Feldman sits down with Chair of Loyalty Summit EMEA, Harald Deprosse, to chat about the agenda for the upcoming Loyalty Summit in London.

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April 22, 2025 46 mins

In Episode 51, Global Chair of Loyalty Summit, David Feldman, caught up with Brian Sumersfrom The Airline Observer to talk U.S. Airline Loyalty. And Dave Andreadakis chatted with Caitlin Wildenstein from AKA Hotels & Residences about how AKA leverages loyalty with their guests.

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In Episode 50, Guest hosts Phil Rubin and Dave Andreadakis caught up with Claudia Infante from Margaritaville and Allison Ferguson from Honda at the Loyalty Summit CXM in Los Angeles, to chat about what Loyalty means to them and their customers.

 

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In Episode 49, Guest host Dave Andreadakis caught up with Charlie Hills to talk all things loyalty from Loyalty Summit CXM in Stockholm, and and got a chance to sit down with Shyam Shah from Loyalty Juggernaut

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