AI roadmaps promise intelligence, automation, agents, and massive productivity gains. But inside organizations, DAM leaders are experiencing something very different: rising expectations, reduced teams, fragmented metadata, unclear governance, and inconsistent operational foundations.

Chris explores the widening distance between AI’s theoretical promise and organizations’ structural readiness to operationalize it. In this episode he explores:

- Why AI is acting as a stress test for DAM maturity

- The difference between AI enablement and AI operationalization

- Why AI amplifies your DAM foundation rather than fixing it

- How weak metadata, unclear governance, and fragmented processes undermine AI initiatives

- What it actually takes to close the DAM AI Gap and unlock real value

Resources mentioned in this episode:

- The DAM AI Gap piece - https://weareavp.com/damaigap

- AVP Free DAM Resources – https://www.weareavp.com/free-resources

- AVP Insights – https://www.weareavp.com/insights

- Contact AVP – https://www.weareavp.com/contact

Engage:

🔗 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clacinak

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📰 Join our newsletter to get DAM Good Advice at https://lp.weareavp.com/dam-good-advice-signup

Joining Chris are Erik Huddleston (CEO), Kevin Souers (Chief Product & Technology Officer), and Nick Tomassetti (Vice President of Sales). Together, they unpack how Aprimo has evolved over time, how organizations are navigating DAM at scale today, and what and what it means to move from experimenting to operationalizing agentic AI within DAM.

Together, they explore:

1. Aprimo’s origins and evolution, and how content operations became central to its platform strategy
2. How enterprise organizations think about DAM, AI, and content orchestration
3. Customer profiles, success patterns, and common barriers to DAM adoption
4. The role of AI as foundational infrastructure rather than a bolt-on feature
5. Leadership perspectives on culture, people development, and long-term value creation

Guest Info:

Erik Huddleston – CEO, Aprimo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ehuddleston/

Kevin Souers – Chief Product & Technology Officer, Aprimo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-souers/

Nick Tomassetti – Senior Vice President of Sales, Aprimo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-tomassetti-1898028/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

1. Aprimo – https://www.aprimo.com/
2. DAM Selection Masterclass – https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice
3. C2PA (Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity) - https://c2pa.org/
4. Gartner 2025 DAM Magic Quadrant - https://go.aprimo.com/reports/gartner-dam-magic-quadrant
5. AVP – https://www.weareavp.com/
6. DAM Right Soundtrack – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs?si=1780631a0ed14013

Engage:

🆓 Check out the ultimate DAM selection guide at https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Kara Van Malssen, John Horodyski, Amy Rudersdorf, and Shawn Averkamp for a candid, pragmatic conversation about the priorities, pitfalls, and decisions that will shape DAM programs in the year ahead.

This episode focuses on the lessons that emerged from real-world work across DAM selection, implementation, migrations, AI experimentation, governance, integrations, change management, and more, and how those lessons should inform what organizations do next.

The team explores the growing gap between platform capabilities and organizational readiness, the rise of DAM-adjacent tools, why integrations and automation continue to challenge teams, and how AI is forcing a renewed focus on fundamentals like metadata, permissions, and stewardship. They also tackle big questions that will carry well beyond 2026: Is DAM evolving or being redefined? Are organizations moving too fast or not fast enough? And what conversations still need more attention inside the DAM community?

If you manage, select, govern, or depend on a DAM platform, this episode is designed to help you move forward with clearer priorities, better questions, and a more realistic view of what success actually requires. 👉 Subscribe for more DAM Right conversations that focus on practical insight, not hype, as the DAM landscape continues to evolve.

Guest Info:

Kara Van Malssen – Partner and Managing Director, AVP https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

John Horodyski – Managing Director, Strategic Client Growth, AVP https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhorodyski/

Amy Rudersdorf – Director of Consulting Operations, AVP https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyrudersdorf/

Shawn Averkamp – Director of R&D Services, AVP https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnaverkamp/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

DAM Good Advice Newsletter (Subscribe to get updated when the 2026 DAM Trends Survey Report is published) https://www.weareavp.com/damgoodadvice

Interline DPC 2026 Report https://bit.ly/interlinedpc2026

C2PA https://c2pa.org/

EU Artificial Intelligence Act https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/

Engage:

📰 Subscribe to DAM Good Advice at https://www.weareavp.com/damgoodadvice

🆓 Access free DAM resources at https://www.weareavp.com/free-resources/

🔗 Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Host Chris Lacinak is joined once again by our globetrotting DAM correspondent, John Horodyski, who just returned from the OnDAM 2025 Conference in France. And he’s giving us the full download.

From gorgeous venues and natural light, to discussions on AI legislation, provenance, trust, authenticity, 3D workflows, DAM governance, and yes… even hip hop dancers. This episode dives deep into what made OnDAM one of the most energized DAM gatherings this year.

If you’re curious how the European DAM community is thinking, what’s trending, and what’s coming next in 2026, this conversation will bring you right into the room.

👉 Subscribe for more DAM Right conversations that explore the people, culture, and ideas driving the future of Digital Asset Management.

Guest Info:

John Horodyski - Managing Director, Strategic Client Growth, AVP – https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhorodyski/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

OnDAM Conference - https://www.ondamparis.com/

Activo - https://www.activo-consulting.com/

C2PA - https://c2pa.org

EU Artificial Intelligence Act - https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/

Transparency and Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act - https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/09/29/governor-newsom-signs-sb-53-advancing-californias-world-leading-artificial-intelligence-industry/

California AI Transparency Act

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB942

AVP Free DAM Selection Masterclass - https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice

Engage:

📅 Find us at upcoming events online and in-person at https://www.weareavp.com/avp-events/

🆓 Get amazing free DAM resources at https://www.weareavp.com/free-resources/

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Kara Van Malssen, John Horodyski, Pamela Vizner, Jason Ulsh, and Brian Courtney for a roundtable recap of the biggest themes, surprises, and hot takes from this year’s conference.

From AI hype vs. reality, to governance gaps, to why “DAM is a human endeavor,” the team breaks down what stood out most — and what’s coming next for the DAM community.

If you missed the event (or just want to hear what your peers really thought), this candid, high-energy conversation will bring you up to speed.

🎧 Listen for insights, laughs, and a few spicy predictions about the future of the DAMosphere.

Guest Info:

Kara Van Malssen – Partner and Managing Director, AVP – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

John Horodyski - Managing Director, Strategic Client Growth, AVP – https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhorodyski/

Pamela Vizner - Associate Director, AVP – https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-v%C3%ADzner-oyarce-a1085518/

Jason Ulsh - DAM Solutions Architect, AVP - https://www.weareavp.com/team/jason-ulsh/

Brian Courtney - Senior Consultant, AVP - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bg-courtney-bb9374/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Henry Stewart 2025 DAM NY Conference - https://www.henrystewartconferences.com/events/dam-new-york-2025
• C2PA (Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity) – https://c2pa.org
• DAM Right Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs?si=53fcb86bfbf14f85

Engage:

📅 Find us at upcoming events online and in-person at https://www.weareavp.com/avp-events/

🆓 Get amazing free DAM resources at https://www.weareavp.com/free-resources/

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Joining Chris are Misti Vogt (Chief of Staff & Head of Customer Success), Jim Cavedo (Vice President of Solutions), and Brad Pearson (Senior Vice President of Product). Together, they explore Orange Logic’s origins, evolution, and perspectives on what makes a DAM platform adaptable, scalable, and future-ready.

Together, they explore:

• The origins of Orange Logic and how a photographer’s side project became an enterprise DAM platform.
• Customer success patterns, use cases, and lessons from organizations managing petabytes of content.
• How Orange Logic defines adaptability and what differentiates its approach to DAM adoption.
• The company’s technical foundations, product philosophy, and roadmap for AI and autonomous DAM.
• Industry challenges, DAM adoption trends, and what the next era of DAM might look like.
• Personal insights on leadership, culture, and the mantra behind “Be Orange.”

Guest Info:

Misti Vogt – Chief of Staff & Head of Customer Success, Orange Logic – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistivogt/

Jim Cavedo – Vice President of Solutions, Orange Logic – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimcavedo/

Brad Pearson – Senior Vice President of Product, Orange Logic – https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradtpearson/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Orange Logic – https://www.orangelogic.com/
• DAM Selection Masterclass – https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice
• C2PA – https://c2pa.org/
• AVP – https://www.weareavp.com/
• DAM Right Soundtraack – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs?si=b740229561b34318

Engage:

🆓 Check out the ultimate DAM selection guide at https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Together, they explore:

• The founding story of Frontify and how it evolved from a designer-developer workflow tool to a global brand management platform.
• The role of culture, product obsession, and “scrappiness” in shaping the company.
• Customer stories from Bosch, Lufthansa, and Uber that highlight measurable impact at scale.
• Common pain points DAM buyers face today and how Frontify addresses them.
• Technical differentiators like Frontify’s SDK, developer-friendly extensibility, and new automation capabilities.
• Industry insights on DAM adoption, procurement best practices, and what the next 3–5 years may hold for the DAM space.

Guest Info:

• Roger Dudler – Founder & CEO, Frontify – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerdudler/
• Thomas Meichtry – Director of U.S. Sales, Frontify – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-meichtry-9248a2b7/
• Frontify: https://www.frontify.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Selection Guide – https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice
• DAM Selection Webinar – https://bit.ly/selectingyournextdam
• Bosch Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/bosch
• Lufthansa Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/lufthansa
• Uber Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/uber
• Mercedes Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/mercedes
• Frontify Developer Portal & SDK – https://developer.frontify.com
• Frontify Paradigms Conference – https://paradigms.io
• n8n – https://n8n.io
• Make – https://www.make.com
• Tray – https://tray.io
• ElevenLabs – https://elevenlabs.io
• Cursor – https://cursor.sh

Engage:

📣 Register for Selecting Your Next DAM: A Step-by-Step Webinar on October 7th. https://bit.ly/selectingyournextdam

🆓 Check out the ultimate DAM selection guide at https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice

🔗...]]>In this inaugural episode of the DAM Right Deep Dive Series, host Chris Lacinak takes you behind the scenes with Frontify. Joining Chris are Roger Dudler, Founder and CEO of Frontify, and Thomas Meichtry, Director of U.S. Sales, who share their unique perspectives on the company’s origins, culture, customer successes, and vision for the future of DAM.

Together, they explore:

• The founding story of Frontify and how it evolved from a designer-developer workflow tool to a global brand management platform.
• The role of culture, product obsession, and “scrappiness” in shaping the company.
• Customer stories from Bosch, Lufthansa, and Uber that highlight measurable impact at scale.
• Common pain points DAM buyers face today and how Frontify addresses them.
• Technical differentiators like Frontify’s SDK, developer-friendly extensibility, and new automation capabilities.
• Industry insights on DAM adoption, procurement best practices, and what the next 3–5 years may hold for the DAM space.

Guest Info:

• Roger Dudler – Founder & CEO, Frontify – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerdudler/
• Thomas Meichtry – Director of U.S. Sales, Frontify – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-meichtry-9248a2b7/
• Frontify: https://www.frontify.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Selection Guide – https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice
• DAM Selection Webinar – https://bit.ly/selectingyournextdam
• Bosch Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/bosch
• Lufthansa Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/lufthansa
• Uber Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/uber
• Mercedes Case Study – https://www.frontify.com/customers/mercedes
• Frontify Developer Portal & SDK – https://developer.frontify.com
• Frontify Paradigms Conference – https://paradigms.io
• n8n – https://n8n.io
• Make – https://www.make.com
• Tray – https://tray.io
• ElevenLabs – https://elevenlabs.io
• Cursor – https://cursor.sh

Engage:

📣 Register for Selecting Your Next DAM: A Step-by-Step Webinar on October 7th. https://bit.ly/selectingyournextdam

🆓 Check out the ultimate DAM selection guide at https://bit.ly/yourdamchoice

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Guest Info:

- Kara Van Malssen

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/ 

Bio - https://www.weareavp.com/team/kara-van-malssen/

- John Horodyski

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhorodyski/

Bio - https://www.weareavp.com/team/john-horodyski/

Digital Asset Symposium Info:

- DAM in GLAM event - http://digitalassetsymposium.com 

- Aprimo - https://www.aprimo.com/ 

- Allied Vaughn - https://www.alliedvaughn.com/

- Acquia - https://www.acquia.com/products/acquia-dam 

- Iron Mountain - https://www.ironmountain.com/ 

- Aviary - https://www.aviaryplatform.com/

- NBCUniversal - https://www.universalstudioslot.com/post-production 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

- Managing Chaos: Digital Governance by Design – Lisa Welchman https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Chaos-Digital-Governance-Design/dp/1933820828 

- Non-Invasive Data Governance: The Path of Least Resistance and Greatest Success – Robert S. Seiner - https://www.amazon.com/Non-Invasive-Data-Governance-Resistance-Success/dp/1634620726 

- European Accessibility Act (EAA) - https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/policies/justice-and-fundamental-rights/disability/union-equality-strategy-rights-persons-disabilities-2021-2030/european-accessibility-act_en 

Engage:

📣 Join us at DAM in GLAM on May 7th in NYC at MOMA. Find out more and register at https://digitalassetsymposium.com

🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

👍 Like, Subscribe, and follow on your platform of choice.

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn athttps://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Guest Info:

• Misti Vogt - Chief of Staff and Head of Customer Success, Orange Logic -https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistivogt/
• Brian McLaughlin - CEO, Orange Logic - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mclaughlin-540613/
• Orange Logic - https://orangelogic.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Strategy Canvas -https://lp.weareavp.com/avp-dam-strategy-canvas
• How to make the case for a new DAM investment -https://www.orangelogic.com/blog/how-digital-asset-managers-can-make-the-case-for-a-new-dam-investment
• Content Authenticity Initiative -https://contentauthenticity.org/
• C2PA - https://c2pa.org/
• DAM and Carbon Footprint Control: Less Clutter, More Impact -https://www.cmswire.com/digital-asset-management/dam-and-carbon-footprint-control-less-clutter-more-impact/
• Digital Asset Symposium: DAM in GLAM -http://digitalassetsymposium.org/

Engage:

📣 Join us at DAM in GLAM on May 7th in NYC at MOMA. Find out more and register at https://digitalassetsymposium.com

🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

💡 Download great DAM resources from Orange Logic at https://www.orangelogic.com/digital-asset-management-guides

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn athttps://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

The Operational Model comes out of what Kara has learned in almost 2 decades of helping organizations design, build, and scale DAM operations.

Guest Bio: 

Driven by a passion for helping organizations build impactful DAM programs, Kara Van Malssen is the Managing Director at consultancy AVP. Merging her deep expertise in systems thinking, user experience design, library science, and business analysis with extensive DAM experience, Kara crafts scalable and sustainable asset and data management solutions. Her diverse client portfolio ranges from Fortune 1000 powerhouses to esteemed cultural heritage institutions and transformative non-profits. Beyond her consulting role, Kara frequently shares her insights at conferences and workshops around the globe.

Connect with Kara at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Operational Model for DAM Success: https://damopmodel.com
• Henry Stewart DAM NY 50% Off Registration Giveaway: https://bit.ly/DAMRIGHTNY2024
• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs

Engage:

🆓 Download amazing and free DAM resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Operational Model - https://damopmodel.com
• Your DAM use cases are only as good as the humans involved - https://bit.ly/HUMAN-PROBLEMS
• Get your DAM budget: How to get your boss on board with your Digital Asset Management strategy - https://bit.ly/GET-DAM-BUDGET
• The Importance of Choosing the Right Digital Asset Management System - https://bit.ly/WRONG-DAM-COST
• The 5 Whys - https://wikipedia.org/wiki/Five_whys
• DAM Right Soundtrack -https://https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs

Engage:

🆓 Download amazing and free DAM resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Amy has put almost a decade of expertise and experience performing and refining these projects at AVP into resources that help people do this work themselves. And in addition to making those freely available, we dive deep in this episode to offer even more context and information on how to put them to use.

Guest Bio: 

Amy Rudersdorf brings to AVP over 20 years of experience managing digital assets at all points in their lifecycle, from DAM and digital preservation system selection and implementation to long-term access to and preservation of digital assets. She has had a career focused on helping organizations develop strategies to preserve and provide maximal access to their digital content with good stewardship practice and quality metadata. She brings a unique perspective to her work, after years of running digital asset management and preservation programs in academic, government, and nonprofit settings, and with organizations of all sizes.

Recent projects at AVP include developing a digital strategy for a small, nonprofit organization, helping select technologies via an RFP process for large public libraries, supporting the development of an AI system for metadata capture from audiovisual materials, and implementing a DAM for a large music-streaming service. 

Amy is an active member of the Digital Library Federation and NDSA working groups and presents widely on topics ranging from digital preservation best practices to technology selection and DAM. She holds an MLIS from the University of Pittsburgh, and a BA in English from the University of Wisconsin. Amy lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her family and a very gentle pitbull.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Amy's Blog Post: https://www.weareavp.com/creating-a-successful-dam-rfp/
• Amy's Handouts: https://lp.weareavp.com/dam-rfp-checklist
• The Cost of Getting DAM Selection Wrong: https://www.weareavp.com/the-importance-of-choosing-the-right-digital-asset-management-system/
• Kara's Blog Post on the Eight Worst Ways to Choose a DAM System: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kvanmalssen_the-8-worst-ways-to-choose-a-dam-system-activity-7193968033856446464-Zc6L
• Radiolab "Choice" episode: https://radiolab.org/podcast/91640-choice
• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs

Engage:

🆓 Download amazing and free DAM resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Amy Rudersdorf, Director of Consulting Operations at AVP to talk about resources that she recently published focused on helping organizations select the right DAM, MAM, PIM, digital preservation solution, etc. for them.

Amy has put almost a decade of expertise and experience performing and refining these projects at AVP into resources that help people do this work themselves. And in addition to making those freely available, we dive deep in this episode to offer even more context and information on how to put them to use.

Guest Bio: 

Amy Rudersdorf brings to AVP over 20 years of experience managing digital assets at all points in their lifecycle, from DAM and digital preservation system selection and implementation to long-term access to and preservation of digital assets. She has had a career focused on helping organizations develop strategies to preserve and provide maximal access to their digital content with good stewardship practice and quality metadata. She brings a unique perspective to her work, after years of running digital asset management and preservation programs in academic, government, and nonprofit settings, and with organizations of all sizes.

Recent projects at AVP include developing a digital strategy for a small, nonprofit organization, helping select technologies via an RFP process for large public libraries, supporting the development of an AI system for metadata capture from audiovisual materials, and implementing a DAM for a large music-streaming service. 

Amy is an active member of the Digital Library Federation and NDSA working groups and presents widely on topics ranging from digital preservation best practices to technology selection and DAM. She holds an MLIS from the University of Pittsburgh, and a BA in English from the University of Wisconsin. Amy lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her family and a very gentle pitbull.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Amy's Blog Post: https://www.weareavp.com/creating-a-successful-dam-rfp/
• Amy's Handouts: https://lp.weareavp.com/dam-rfp-checklist
• The Cost of Getting DAM Selection Wrong: https://www.weareavp.com/the-importance-of-choosing-the-right-digital-asset-management-system/
• Kara's Blog Post on the Eight Worst Ways to Choose a DAM System: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kvanmalssen_the-8-worst-ways-to-choose-a-dam-system-activity-7193968033856446464-Zc6L
• Radiolab "Choice" episode: https://radiolab.org/podcast/91640-choice
• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs

Engage:

🆓 Download amazing and free DAM resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Disclaimer: Neither Chris nor AVP can be held responsible for Aaron's ownership of, or affinity for a Cybertruck :-).

Guest Bio: 

Former GrayMeta CEO Aaron Edell joined Wasabi as SVP of AI & Machine Learning in 2024, following Wasabi's acquisition of Curio AI From GrayMeta. Aaron leads the team tasked with developing the company's intelligent cloud storage technology.

Aaron brings deep-rooted experience in media & entertainment product development, innovation, and digital asset management to his newly created role at Wasabi. He was responsible for building many of GrayMeta’s first products, including Curio, and grew GrayMeta into an essential workflow component for the likes of Netflix, Walt Disney Studios, and NBC Universal. He also co-founded Machine Box, an AI company that revolutionized where machine learning could run, and served as Global Head of Business for AWS, leading its Customer Cloud Intelligence and FinOps division.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
• Wasabi AiR - https://wasabi.com/cloud-object-storage/wasabi-air
• Aaron's Fake News Detection Blog Post - https://medium.com/towards-data-science/i-trained-fake-news-detection-ai-with-95-accuracy-and-almost-went-crazy-d10589aa57c
• GrayMeta - https://graymeta.com/
• Fortune Magazine Article on Liverpool FC's use of Wasabi AiR - https://fortune.com/europe/2024/05/08/data-driven-tactics-are-great-but-liverpool-fcs-real-ai-goal-is-to-help-fans-get-more-kicks-out-of-their-content-google-wasabi-air/

Engage:

🆓 Download amazing and free DAM resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

License info:

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

License code: PYLFGIFQ88M6KNBS

In lieu of the last favorited song question in this episode, host Chris Lacinak is adding the song Home by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros to the DAM Right soundtrack.

Guest Bios: 

Driven by a passion for helping organizations build impactful DAM programs, Kara Van Malssen is the Managing Director at consultancy AVP. Merging her deep expertise in systems thinking, user experience design, library science, and business analysis with extensive DAM experience, Kara crafts scalable and sustainable asset and data management solutions. Her diverse client portfolio ranges from Fortune 1000 powerhouses to esteemed cultural heritage institutions and transformative non-profits. Beyond her consulting role, Kara frequently shares her insights at conferences and workshops around the globe.

Connect with Kara at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
• Manage Your DAM Expectations Blog Post - https://www.weareavp.com/manage-your-dam-expectations/
• Henry Stewart Journal of Digital Media Management, Volume 7 - https://www.henrystewartpublications.com/jdmm/v7

Engage:

🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

Jon and Emily share their experience, insights, and lessons learned from their work on this groundbreaking project.

Guest Bios: 

Emily Lynema is the Head of Digital Media Software Development at Indiana University Libraries. Her team develops systems that support access to digitized audiovisual materials, including the large volume of content digitized by the University’s Media Digitization and Preservation Initiative. She is actively involved in IU Libraries’ exploration of the use of artificial intelligence / machine learning tools to help create metadata for digitized media that can be used to enable identification, discovery, and rights determination. She holds a Master’s degree in Information Science from the University of Michigan and an undergraduate degree in Computer Science.

Jon Dunn, Assistant Dean for Library Technologies, oversees information technology development and operations for the IU Libraries, including technical support, systems administration, software development, digitization, digital preservation, user experience, and digital collections services.

Jon has worked with the IU Libraries for more than 25 years, beginning in the Music Library as technical director for IU’s groundbreaking Variations digital music library project, moving to the Digital Library Program at the time of its formation in 1997, and eventually joining the Library Technologies division.

He serves as director of the Avalon Media System project, an open source system for providing online access to audio and video collections, funded by grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Mellon Foundation. He also serves as principal investigator on the Audiovisual Metadata Platform project, funded by the Mellon Foundation.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
• AMP site - https://go.iu.edu/amp
• Mellon Foundation - https://www.mellon.org/
• CLAMS - https://clams.ai/
• BBC Transcript Editor - https://github.com/bbc/react-transcript-editor
• INA Speech Segmenter - https://github.com/ina-foss/inaSpeechSegmenter
• Galaxy - https://usegalaxy.org/
• Kaldi -https://kaldi-asr.org/
• AI4LAM - Variations digital music library project, moving to the Digital Library Program at the time of its formation in 1997, and eventually joining the Library Technologies division.

  He serves as director of the Avalon Media System project, an open source system for providing online access to audio and video collections, funded by grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Mellon Foundation. He also serves as principal investigator on the Audiovisual Metadata Platform project, funded by the Mellon Foundation.

  Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
  • AMP site - https://go.iu.edu/amp
  • Mellon Foundation - https://www.mellon.org/
  • CLAMS - https://clams.ai/
  • BBC Transcript Editor - https://github.com/bbc/react-transcript-editor
  • INA Speech Segmenter - https://github.com/ina-foss/inaSpeechSegmenter
  • Galaxy - https://usegalaxy.org/
  • Kaldi -https://kaldi-asr.org/
  • AI4LAM - https://github.com/AI4LAM
  
  

  Engage:

  🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

  ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

  🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

  License info:

  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

  https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

  License code: JO43J4MYVJRGKVEK

  ]]>aaaea158-7f79-4f26-9709-361a2dee6ba1Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -070001:16:32falsefull1991DAM and Broadcast Archives with Brecht DeclercqHost Chris Lacinak is joined by Brecht Declercq, Head of Archives at Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI), Switzerland's Italian speaking public broadcaster. Brecht is also the President of FIAT/IFTA, an organization that describes itself as the world’s leading professional association for those engaged in the preservation and exploitation of broadcast archives. For the entirety of Brecht's career he has worked with and within broadcast archives. This 20 years of experience coupled with the international perspective gained as a member and President of FIAT/IFTA has made Brecht one of the leading experts on archives and digital asset management within broadcast organizations.

  Brecht brings both the pragmatic details, as well as keen intellectual insights to the conversation, offering a perspective that few could contribute.

  People from all corners of the DAMospehere will find jewels in this conversation and have a laugh or two along the way.

  Guest Bio:

  Brecht Declercq, MA, MSc is the President of FIAT/IFTA, the world association of media archives, and Head of Archives at RSI, the public broadcaster of Italian-speaking Switzerland. From 2013 until 2022 he was responsible for the preservation of the Flemish audiovisual heritage at meemoo. From 2004 until 2012 he held several roles in digitisation, media asset management and access projects for the Belgian public broadcaster VRT. He led the FIAT/IFTA Preservation and Migration Commission from 2016 to 2019 and he was FIAT/IFTA’s General Secretary from 2017 until 2020. He’s a frequent conference curator, presenter, guest lecturer, writer and reviewer. He advises policy makers, audiovisual archives and media organisations worldwide.

  Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
  • Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI ) - https://www.rsi.ch/
  • International Federation of Television Archives (FIAT/IFTA) - https://fiatifta.org/
  • International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archives (IASA) - https://www.iasa-web.org/
  • Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) - https://amianet.org/
  • meemoo - https://meemoo.be/en
  
  

  Topics discussed in the episode:

  • Introduction and background of Brecht Declercq
  • Work at meemoo
  • Work at RSI
  • FIAT/IFTA’s Mission and Overview
  • State of Broadcast Archives Worldwide
  • Differences in Broadcast Operations
  • Future of Broadcasting
  • Next FIAT/IFTA World Conference
  • Brecht’s last favorited song
  
  

  Engage:

  🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

  ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

  🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

  License info:

  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

  Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Brecht Declercq, Head of Archives at Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI), Switzerland's Italian speaking public broadcaster. Brecht is also the President of FIAT/IFTA, an organization that describes itself as the world’s leading professional association for those engaged in the preservation and exploitation of broadcast archives. For the entirety of Brecht's career he has worked with and within broadcast archives. This 20 years of experience coupled with the international perspective gained as a member and President of FIAT/IFTA has made Brecht one of the leading experts on archives and digital asset management within broadcast organizations.

  Brecht brings both the pragmatic details, as well as keen intellectual insights to the conversation, offering a perspective that few could contribute.

  People from all corners of the DAMospehere will find jewels in this conversation and have a laugh or two along the way.

  Guest Bio:

  Brecht Declercq, MA, MSc is the President of FIAT/IFTA, the world association of media archives, and Head of Archives at RSI, the public broadcaster of Italian-speaking Switzerland. From 2013 until 2022 he was responsible for the preservation of the Flemish audiovisual heritage at meemoo. From 2004 until 2012 he held several roles in digitisation, media asset management and access projects for the Belgian public broadcaster VRT. He led the FIAT/IFTA Preservation and Migration Commission from 2016 to 2019 and he was FIAT/IFTA’s General Secretary from 2017 until 2020. He’s a frequent conference curator, presenter, guest lecturer, writer and reviewer. He advises policy makers, audiovisual archives and media organisations worldwide.

  Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
  • Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI ) - https://www.rsi.ch/
  • International Federation of Television Archives (FIAT/IFTA) - https://fiatifta.org/
  • International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archives (IASA) - https://www.iasa-web.org/
  • Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) - https://amianet.org/
  • meemoo - https://meemoo.be/en
  
  

  Topics discussed in the episode:

  • Introduction and background of Brecht Declercq
  • Work at meemoo
  • Work at RSI
  • FIAT/IFTA’s Mission and Overview
  • State of Broadcast Archives Worldwide
  • Differences in Broadcast Operations
  • Future of Broadcasting
  • Next FIAT/IFTA World Conference
  • Brecht’s last favorited song
  
  

  Engage:

  🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

  ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

  🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

  License info:

  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

  https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

  License code: KL4YIENKDCBG2KYO

  ]]>ea4ebdc7-48bd-4574-a65b-c3a2ce4ee21fThu, 27 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -070001:19:52falsefull1881DAM at the Smithsonian InstitutionHost Chris Lacinak is joined by Isabel Meyer, Director of Digital Platforms at the Smithsonian Institution. Isabel has been at the helm of digital asset management for the Smithsonian for over two decades. She has driven major transformation and evolution of the DAM operation in her time at the Smithsonian.

  This episode is a must watch/listen for anyone who wants a behind the scenes peak at the digital asset management operation of the world's largest museum.

  We talk about Isabel's career before hearing exactly what the DAM operation looks like, who it serves, and how it functions. We talk about an amazing collaboration between the Smithsonian and the Getty focused on The Johnson Publishing Company's archive.

  It's a fun an interesting episode with a pioneer in the field of digital asset management who also happens to be a delightful person to chat with.

  Guest Bio:

  Isabel Meyer is the Director for Digital Platforms in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the Smithsonian Institution. Since joining the Smithsonian’s OCIO in 2003, Isabel has brought over 20 years of distinguished leadership and experience in technology and digital media systems. Her career encompasses leadership roles in both public and private sectors, including work with government agencies, cultural heritage organizations, and Fortune 500 corporations both domestically and internationally. Isabel has been at the forefront of the explosive growth and evolution of multi-media digital collections, amassing a wealth of knowledge in systems and digital media technologies. She is also experienced in digital preservation and metadata standards. Isabel leverages her technical knowledge and relationship-building abilities to achieve consensus and develop innovative solutions in complex system environments. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and driving technological advancement continues to benefit the Smithsonian Institution and the broader digital collections, archives, and libraries community.

  Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
  • ISO 16363 - https://www.iso.org/standard/87472.html 
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - https://nmaahc.si.edu/
  • The Getty - https://www.getty.edu/
  • Johnson Publishing Company - https://www.johnsonpublishing.com/
  • Open Text - https://www.opentext.com/ 
  • ArchivesSpace - https://archivesspace.org/ 
  • Qumulo - https://qumulo.com/ 
  • CC0 rights - https://creativecommons.org/public-domain/cc0/ 
  
  

  Topics discussed in the episode:

  • Introduction and work history of Isabel Meyer
  • Making a DAM system work for 20+ years
  • Quantifying the scale
  • The DAM Operation
  • Stakeholder engagement, roles and responsibilities
  • Use of the DAM for digital preservation
  • Defining users of the DAM
  • Mission, goals, and objectives of the DAM operation
  • Leadership engagement and support
  • DAM in a...]]>Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Isabel Meyer, Director of Digital Platforms at the Smithsonian Institution. Isabel has been at the helm of digital asset management for the Smithsonian for over two decades. She has driven major transformation and evolution of the DAM operation in her time at the Smithsonian.

    This episode is a must watch/listen for anyone who wants a behind the scenes peak at the digital asset management operation of the world's largest museum.

    We talk about Isabel's career before hearing exactly what the DAM operation looks like, who it serves, and how it functions. We talk about an amazing collaboration between the Smithsonian and the Getty focused on The Johnson Publishing Company's archive.

    It's a fun an interesting episode with a pioneer in the field of digital asset management who also happens to be a delightful person to chat with.

    Guest Bio:

    Isabel Meyer is the Director for Digital Platforms in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the Smithsonian Institution. Since joining the Smithsonian’s OCIO in 2003, Isabel has brought over 20 years of distinguished leadership and experience in technology and digital media systems. Her career encompasses leadership roles in both public and private sectors, including work with government agencies, cultural heritage organizations, and Fortune 500 corporations both domestically and internationally. Isabel has been at the forefront of the explosive growth and evolution of multi-media digital collections, amassing a wealth of knowledge in systems and digital media technologies. She is also experienced in digital preservation and metadata standards. Isabel leverages her technical knowledge and relationship-building abilities to achieve consensus and develop innovative solutions in complex system environments. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and driving technological advancement continues to benefit the Smithsonian Institution and the broader digital collections, archives, and libraries community.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    • DAM Right Soundtrack - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZzCabPS7up3thnq5uwdKs
    • ISO 16363 - https://www.iso.org/standard/87472.html 
    • National Museum of African American History and Culture - https://nmaahc.si.edu/
    • The Getty - https://www.getty.edu/
    • Johnson Publishing Company - https://www.johnsonpublishing.com/
    • Open Text - https://www.opentext.com/ 
    • ArchivesSpace - https://archivesspace.org/ 
    • Qumulo - https://qumulo.com/ 
    • CC0 rights - https://creativecommons.org/public-domain/cc0/ 
    
    

    Topics discussed in the episode:

    • Introduction and work history of Isabel Meyer
    • Making a DAM system work for 20+ years
    • Quantifying the scale
    • The DAM Operation
    • Stakeholder engagement, roles and responsibilities
    • Use of the DAM for digital preservation
    • Defining users of the DAM
    • Mission, goals, and objectives of the DAM operation
    • Leadership engagement and support
    • DAM in a museum environment
    • The Johnson Publishing Company Project with the Getty
    • Future vision for the DAM Operation
    • Isabel’s favorite song
    
    

    Engage:

    🆓 Download the DAM Operational Model & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

    ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

    🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

    License info:

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

    License code: 0OSYCJKFBPZFVNIJ

    ]]>0072cfcf-d4c2-456b-8d69-644885738f28Thu, 13 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -070057:20falsefull1771DAM Dispatches from Henry Stewart Creative Ops NY 2024Kara Van Malssen returns to the DAM Right Podcast to recap the Henry Stewart Creative Ops NY 2024 conference with host, Chris Lacinak. Chris and Kara will fill you in on what you missed, their highlights and takeaways from the event, and share a few laughs along the way. They use Kara's recap LinkedIn post as a framework for the discussion. Follow along here if you want!

    Guest Name:

    Kara Van Malssen. Connect with Kara at linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen

    Topics discussed in the episode:

    • Doing more with less
    • How to put AI to use and whether or not it's coming for your job
    • Change management
    • The rocky relationship between creatives and DAM
    • The relationship between DAM, PAM, and MAM
    • Sustainability
    • Overall sentiments about the conference
    
    

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    • Henry Stewart Creative Operations NY 2024 Agenda
    • Kara's LinkedIn Post
    
    

    Engage:

    🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Guide, Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consulting company in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

    🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

    ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at Listen to DAM Right .

    License info:

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

    License code: KL4YIENKDCBG2KYO

    ]]>Kara Van Malssen returns to the DAM Right Podcast to recap the Henry Stewart Creative Ops NY 2024 conference with host, Chris Lacinak. Chris and Kara will fill you in on what you missed, their highlights and takeaways from the event, and share a few laughs along the way. They use Kara's recap LinkedIn post as a framework for the discussion. Follow along here if you want!

    Guest Name:

    Kara Van Malssen. Connect with Kara at linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen

    Topics discussed in the episode:

    • Doing more with less
    • How to put AI to use and whether or not it's coming for your job
    • Change management
    • The rocky relationship between creatives and DAM
    • The relationship between DAM, PAM, and MAM
    • Sustainability
    • Overall sentiments about the conference
    
    

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    • Henry Stewart Creative Operations NY 2024 Agenda
    • Kara's LinkedIn Post
    
    

    Engage:

    🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Guide, Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consulting company in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

    🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

    ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at Listen to DAM Right .

    License info:

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

    https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

    License code: KL4YIENKDCBG2KYO

    ]]>6cfb82a3-0a5f-42d0-81ae-4b91fd8a53bbThu, 23 May 2024 05:00:00 -070030:41falsefull1661The Academy Digital Preservation Forum with Andrea KalasHost Chris Lacinak is joined by Andrea Kalas, Senior Vice President of Asset Management at Paramount Pictures to talk about her work as the Co-Chair of the Academy Digital Preservation Forum Project.

    First, we dive into the fascinating career trajectory that Andrea has taken, from working with nitrate film in the UCLA Film and Television Archive to her work today in asset management at Paramount Pictures, with some amazing stops along the way.

    After that, we jump into the details behind the Academy Digital Preservation Forum, a group whose mission reads, in part, "With the ascent of digital technology in the production, postproduction, distribution, and exhibition of motion pictures, and the concomitant decline in photochemical cinematography and practical disappearance of film projection, we want to engage with those with the greatest stake and influence to ensure that digital preservation is successfully achieved: filmmakers, studio executives, Academy members, archivists, operations professionals, technologists, and other practitioners charged with implementing digital preservation."

    The Academy Digital Preservation Forum includes members from Sony Pictures Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company, Universal Pictures, Apple, Google Cloud, Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, NBCUniversal Media, and more.

    Guest Bio:

    Andrea is SVP of Archives at Paramount, ensuring the collection is available through film and television preservation, technical innovation in archiving, and archival exhibits and screenings. Prior to Paramount Andrea was Head of Preservation at the British Film Institute, Digital Studio Director for Discovery Communications, Archivist for Dreamworks SKG and preservationist and research data expert at UCLA Film and Television Archive. She is former President, Association of Moving Image Archivists. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and currently serves on the Science and Technology Council where she chairs the committee on Digital Preservation.

    Connect with Andrea at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreakalas/

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    • Operational Model for DAM Success
    • The Digital Dilemma
    • Blue Ribbon Task Force on Sustainable Digital Preservation and Access
    • UCLA Film & Television Archive
    • DreamWorks Animation
    • The Prince of Egypt
    • Discovery
    • British Film Institute (BFI)
    • Paramount Pictures
    • Association of Moving Image Archivists
    • Academy Digital Preservation Forum
    • Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
    • DAM Right Soundtrack
    
    

    Topics discussed in the episode:

    • Introduction and work history of Andrea Kalas
    • The evolving definition of the entertainment industry
    • The definition of cinematic holdings
    • Analog vs digital preservation
    • Advocacy as core skillset
    • The business of digital preservation and asset management
    • The goals and ambitions of the Digital Preservation Forum
    • The role of for-profits in preserving...]]>Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Andrea Kalas, Senior Vice President of Asset Management at Paramount Pictures to talk about her work as the Co-Chair of the Academy Digital Preservation Forum Project.

      First, we dive into the fascinating career trajectory that Andrea has taken, from working with nitrate film in the UCLA Film and Television Archive to her work today in asset management at Paramount Pictures, with some amazing stops along the way.

      After that, we jump into the details behind the Academy Digital Preservation Forum, a group whose mission reads, in part, "With the ascent of digital technology in the production, postproduction, distribution, and exhibition of motion pictures, and the concomitant decline in photochemical cinematography and practical disappearance of film projection, we want to engage with those with the greatest stake and influence to ensure that digital preservation is successfully achieved: filmmakers, studio executives, Academy members, archivists, operations professionals, technologists, and other practitioners charged with implementing digital preservation."

      The Academy Digital Preservation Forum includes members from Sony Pictures Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company, Universal Pictures, Apple, Google Cloud, Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, NBCUniversal Media, and more.

      Guest Bio:

      Andrea is SVP of Archives at Paramount, ensuring the collection is available through film and television preservation, technical innovation in archiving, and archival exhibits and screenings. Prior to Paramount Andrea was Head of Preservation at the British Film Institute, Digital Studio Director for Discovery Communications, Archivist for Dreamworks SKG and preservationist and research data expert at UCLA Film and Television Archive. She is former President, Association of Moving Image Archivists. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and currently serves on the Science and Technology Council where she chairs the committee on Digital Preservation.

      Connect with Andrea at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreakalas/

      Resources mentioned in this episode:

      • Operational Model for DAM Success
      • The Digital Dilemma
      • Blue Ribbon Task Force on Sustainable Digital Preservation and Access
      • UCLA Film & Television Archive
      • DreamWorks Animation
      • The Prince of Egypt
      • Discovery
      • British Film Institute (BFI)
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Association of Moving Image Archivists
      • Academy Digital Preservation Forum
      • Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
      • DAM Right Soundtrack
      
      

      Topics discussed in the episode:

      • Introduction and work history of Andrea Kalas
      • The evolving definition of the entertainment industry
      • The definition of cinematic holdings
      • Analog vs digital preservation
      • Advocacy as core skillset
      • The business of digital preservation and asset management
      • The goals and ambitions of the Digital Preservation Forum
      • The role of for-profits in preserving cultural heritage
      • The role of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in supporting digital preservation
      
      

      Engage:

      🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

      ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

      🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

      License info:

      Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

      https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

      License code: WLM8ZKSN4EJ46CIE

      ]]>61c1b80b-5025-429f-bd44-db48972135d8Thu, 09 May 2024 03:00:00 -070001:19:17falsefull1551The Digital Transformation of Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust TestimoniesHost Chris Lacinak is joined by Stephen Naron, Director of Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies to take a look at how the archive was founded and the journey it has taken from analog tapes and paper to global streaming access using searchable synchronized transcripts and beyond.

      We discuss the technical details behind the systems and processes they use today to make these testimonies accessible to researchers, Holocaust survivor family members, faculty, and students around the world. We discuss the decisions they have had to make about who, when, where, and how these testimonies can be watched and the methods they use to support this through technology.

      We touch on why and how the Fortunoff Archive has created a unique path that is distinct from that of other Holocaust testimony archives, and we discuss the fact that there is still no single place where people can search across all of the Holocaust testimony collections.

      With Holocaust Remembrance Day on May 6th, join us as we take a look inside how the Fortunoff Archive leverages digital asset management practices, skills, and technologies to ensure that the people and the stories behind these testimonies are honored and remembered.

      Guest Bio:

      Stephen Naron has worked as an archivist/librarian since 2003, when he received his MSIS from the University of Texas, Austin. Stephen pursued a Magister in Jewish studies/history at the Freie Universitaet Berlin and the Zentrum fuer Antisemitismusforschung, TU. Stephen has worked with the Fortunoff Archive for more than 12 years, starting as an Archivist. Now, as director of the Fortunoff Archive, Stephen works within the wider research community to share access to our collection through the access site program, as well as writing and presenting on testimony for conferences, symposiums and class sessions inside and outside Yale. Stephen is also responsible for spearheading initiatives such as preservation and digital access to the collection; cooperative projects with other testimony collections; oversight of fellowship and research programs; and the production of the podcasts, ethnomusicological recordings, and the Archive’s documentary film series.

      Connect with Stephen at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stepnar/

      Resources mentioned in this episode:

      • The DAM Right Soundtrack
      • SAMMA
      • Let Them Speak Project
      • United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
      • Illinois Institute of Technology David Boder Voices of the Holocaust
      • A Valts (The Waltz) - Animation by Yulia Ruditskaya
      • Songs from Testimonies Album
      • Those Who Were There Podcast
      • Making Gay History Podcast
      • USC Shoah Foundation
      • Yad Vashem
      • OHMS Oral History Metadata Synchronizer
      • Aviary
      • Centrum Judaicum
      • Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies
      
      

      Topics discussed in the episode:

      • Introduction and...]]>Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Stephen Naron, Director of Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies to take a look at how the archive was founded and the journey it has taken from analog tapes and paper to global streaming access using searchable synchronized transcripts and beyond.

        We discuss the technical details behind the systems and processes they use today to make these testimonies accessible to researchers, Holocaust survivor family members, faculty, and students around the world. We discuss the decisions they have had to make about who, when, where, and how these testimonies can be watched and the methods they use to support this through technology.

        We touch on why and how the Fortunoff Archive has created a unique path that is distinct from that of other Holocaust testimony archives, and we discuss the fact that there is still no single place where people can search across all of the Holocaust testimony collections.

        With Holocaust Remembrance Day on May 6th, join us as we take a look inside how the Fortunoff Archive leverages digital asset management practices, skills, and technologies to ensure that the people and the stories behind these testimonies are honored and remembered.

        Guest Bio:

        Stephen Naron has worked as an archivist/librarian since 2003, when he received his MSIS from the University of Texas, Austin. Stephen pursued a Magister in Jewish studies/history at the Freie Universitaet Berlin and the Zentrum fuer Antisemitismusforschung, TU. Stephen has worked with the Fortunoff Archive for more than 12 years, starting as an Archivist. Now, as director of the Fortunoff Archive, Stephen works within the wider research community to share access to our collection through the access site program, as well as writing and presenting on testimony for conferences, symposiums and class sessions inside and outside Yale. Stephen is also responsible for spearheading initiatives such as preservation and digital access to the collection; cooperative projects with other testimony collections; oversight of fellowship and research programs; and the production of the podcasts, ethnomusicological recordings, and the Archive’s documentary film series.

        Connect with Stephen at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stepnar/

        Resources mentioned in this episode:

        • The DAM Right Soundtrack
        • SAMMA
        • Let Them Speak Project
        • United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
        • Illinois Institute of Technology David Boder Voices of the Holocaust
        • A Valts (The Waltz) - Animation by Yulia Ruditskaya
        • Songs from Testimonies Album
        • Those Who Were There Podcast
        • Making Gay History Podcast
        • USC Shoah Foundation
        • Yad Vashem
        • OHMS Oral History Metadata Synchronizer
        • Aviary
        • Centrum Judaicum
        • Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies
        
        

        Topics discussed in the episode:

        • Introduction and Background of Stephen Naron
        • History of Yale's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies
        • The Digital Transformation of the Archive
        • Testimony Transcripts and Indexes
        • Challenges and Strategies in Archiving Sensitive Content
        • Ethical Considerations in Providing Access to Testimonies
        • Other Archives and Collections of Holocaust Testimonies
        • Educational and Outreach Initiatives of the Fortunoff Archive
        • Future Directions in Archival Practices and Technologies
        • Collaborative Efforts Among Holocaust Testimony Archives
        • Content Authenticity and Holocaust Denial
        • Why the Work of the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies is Important
        
        

        Engage:

        🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

        ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at https://dam-right.com/listen

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        ]]>3a6e91f3-62f8-4d1a-873d-65791acc3715Thu, 25 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -070001:17:57falsefull1441The Critical Role of Content Authenticity in DAMHost Chris Lacinak is joined by Bertram Lyons, Co-Founder and CEO of Medex Forensics, to unravel the complexities of content authenticity. This is a topic that touches every organization, from Fortune 500 to museums, and government to human rights. This episode offers listeners a look into this vital topic, equipped with Lyons' expert insights and involvement with the latest developments in the field.

        We discuss why content authenticity matters, why the problem has become an urgent one to address, what's so tricky about it, and what you can do about it today.

        We touch on the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) and the C2PA schema, initiatives aimed at embedding provenance data into digital content to enable verifiable authenticity.

        It's an essential listen that will help anyone who owns, manages, or creates digital assets navigate the complexities of content authenticity. We delve into the significance of these efforts for the Digital Asset Management (DAM) ecosystem and the broader implications for protecting and verifying digital assets across industries.

        Guest Name(s):

        Bertram Lyons

        Guest Bio(s):

        Bertram is the Co-Founder and CEO of the forensics technology company, Medex Forensics and he is a co-author of a patent behind one of the core technologies in the Medex platform. Before founding Medex, Bert served as a Managing Director at digital asset management consulting firm, AVP and as a digital archivist for the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. Bert's clients include the FBI, Smithsonian, Library of Congress, HBO, Paramount Pictures, University of Kentucky, Indiana University, and Facebook.

        Bert speaks and writes as an expert on the topic of content authenticity frequently and is engaged in the Content Authenticity Initiative and the C2PA working group. He is also an Associate Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) and an active member of the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE). He has received certification from the Academy of Certified Archivists and is a graduate of the Archives Leadership Institute. He holds an MA in museum studies with a focus in American studies and archival theory from the University of Kansas.

        Connect with Bert at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bertramlyons/

        Topics discussed in the episode:

        • Introduction to the topic of content authenticity
        • Bertram Lyons introduction and background
        • The increased urgency to the content authenticity challenge today
        • Considering "doctored" content and content generated by AI and other synthetic means
        • The limits of technological solutions in identifying fakes and forgeries
        • Organizations and initiatives addressing content authenticity
        • Content Authenticity Initiative and C2PA
        • Why content authenticity matters for digital asset management
        • Current state of content authenticity within DAM
        • Content authenticity within the context of human rights and journalism
        
        

        Resources mentioned in this episode:

        • Best of My Love - The Emotions
        • The DAM Right Soundtrack
        • Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence
        • American Academy of Forensic Sciences
        • Lomax Digital Archive
        • American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress
        • Content Authenticity...]]>Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Bertram Lyons, Co-Founder and CEO of Medex Forensics, to unravel the complexities of content authenticity. This is a topic that touches every organization, from Fortune 500 to museums, and government to human rights. This episode offers listeners a look into this vital topic, equipped with Lyons' expert insights and involvement with the latest developments in the field.

          We discuss why content authenticity matters, why the problem has become an urgent one to address, what's so tricky about it, and what you can do about it today.

          We touch on the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) and the C2PA schema, initiatives aimed at embedding provenance data into digital content to enable verifiable authenticity.

          It's an essential listen that will help anyone who owns, manages, or creates digital assets navigate the complexities of content authenticity. We delve into the significance of these efforts for the Digital Asset Management (DAM) ecosystem and the broader implications for protecting and verifying digital assets across industries.

          Guest Name(s):

          Bertram Lyons

          Guest Bio(s):

          Bertram is the Co-Founder and CEO of the forensics technology company, Medex Forensics and he is a co-author of a patent behind one of the core technologies in the Medex platform. Before founding Medex, Bert served as a Managing Director at digital asset management consulting firm, AVP and as a digital archivist for the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. Bert's clients include the FBI, Smithsonian, Library of Congress, HBO, Paramount Pictures, University of Kentucky, Indiana University, and Facebook.

          Bert speaks and writes as an expert on the topic of content authenticity frequently and is engaged in the Content Authenticity Initiative and the C2PA working group. He is also an Associate Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) and an active member of the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE). He has received certification from the Academy of Certified Archivists and is a graduate of the Archives Leadership Institute. He holds an MA in museum studies with a focus in American studies and archival theory from the University of Kansas.

          Connect with Bert at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bertramlyons/

          Topics discussed in the episode:

          • Introduction to the topic of content authenticity
          • Bertram Lyons introduction and background
          • The increased urgency to the content authenticity challenge today
          • Considering "doctored" content and content generated by AI and other synthetic means
          • The limits of technological solutions in identifying fakes and forgeries
          • Organizations and initiatives addressing content authenticity
          • Content Authenticity Initiative and C2PA
          • Why content authenticity matters for digital asset management
          • Current state of content authenticity within DAM
          • Content authenticity within the context of human rights and journalism
          
          

          Resources mentioned in this episode:

          • Best of My Love - The Emotions
          • The DAM Right Soundtrack
          • Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence
          • American Academy of Forensic Sciences
          • Lomax Digital Archive
          • American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress
          • Content Authenticity Initiative
          • Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity
          • Medex Forensics
          
          

          Episode transcript:

          🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources from the best DAM consultants in the business at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

          ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at Listen to DAM Right .

          🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

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          ]]>bb04e271-b20f-4984-a576-9631a4b7f99eThu, 11 Apr 2024 00:15:00 -070001:01:27falsefull1331DAM Dispatches from Henry Stewart DAM LA 2024Get an exclusive walkthrough of Henry Stewart DAM LA. We're bringing the conference's most compelling discussions right to your ears on topics including AI and generative AI, machine learning, automation, rights management, content authenticity, personalization, and more. Straight from the mouths of practitioners, executives, and technology providers hear what the challenges and opportunities in DAM are right now. Get inspired, have a few laughs, and engage in the shared experiences and solutions within the DAM community.

          Listen in to:

          • Hear attendees on the floor talk about their interests, challenges, and goals for attending the conference.
          • Compare and contrast the responses of 7 premier DAM platform providers as they all answer the same set of questions.
          • Familiarize yourself with some of the technology providers in the room that complement and integrate with DAM platforms.
          • Sample the always fun Stump the Consultant session.
          • Get my conference recap and takeaways.
          • Find out who you are most musically compatible with.
          
          

          Guest Name(s):

          • Christine Le Couilliard - Henry Stewart Events
          • Amy Rudersdorf - AVP
          • Matt Kuruvilla - FADEL
          • Yonah Levenson - Rutgers DAM Certificate Program
          • Phil Seibel - Aldis
          • Nina Damavandi - University of Southern California
          • Billy Hinshaw - BISSEL Homecare
          • Leslie Eames - Maryland Center for History and Culture
          • Emily Somach - National Geographic Society
          • Christina Aguilera - Crunchyroll | Woemen in Technology Hollywood Foundation | Enough
          • Christopher Morgan-Wilson - Orange Logic
          • Shannon DeLoach - Censhare
          • Melanie Chalupa - Frontify
          • John Bateman - Tenovos
          • Brian Kavanaugh - Bynder
          • Bróna O’Connor - MediaValet
          • Jake Athey - Acquia
          • Reinhard Holzner - Smint.io
          • David Sultan - OneTeg
          • Eric Wengrowski - Steg.ai
          • Kara Van Malssen - AVP
          
          

          Topics discussed in the episode:

          • Introduction
          • Trends in Henry Stewart DAM programming in 2024
          • What are attendees most excited about/interested in at the conference
          • The evolution of Henry Stewart DAM conferences since their launch
          • Overview and differentiators of DAM platform providers
          • DAM platform providers' non-AI focus on roadmaps
          • DAM platform providers' AI Priorities
          • Overview of DAM platform adjacent provider offerings
          • Last song added to your favorites playlist
          • DAM 5.0
          • AI tagging
          • AI quick wins
          • Henry Stewart DAM LA wrap
          
          

          Resources mentioned in this episode:

          • The DAM Right Podcast Soundtrack - This playlist contains the most recent favorited songs of guests on the DAM Right podcast along with other songs that are mentioned on the podcast.
          • Steg.AI
          • OneTeg
          • Smint.io
          • Acquia
          • MediaValet
          • Bynder
          • Tenovos
          • Frontify
          • Censhare
          • Orange Logic
          • Enough
          • Women in Technology Hollywood
          • Rutgers DAM Certificate Program
          • AVP | Digital Asset Management...]]>Get an exclusive walkthrough of Henry Stewart DAM LA. We're bringing the conference's most compelling discussions right to your ears on topics including AI and generative AI, machine learning, automation, rights management, content authenticity, personalization, and more. Straight from the mouths of practitioners, executives, and technology providers hear what the challenges and opportunities in DAM are right now. Get inspired, have a few laughs, and engage in the shared experiences and solutions within the DAM community.

            Listen in to:

            • Hear attendees on the floor talk about their interests, challenges, and goals for attending the conference.
            • Compare and contrast the responses of 7 premier DAM platform providers as they all answer the same set of questions.
            • Familiarize yourself with some of the technology providers in the room that complement and integrate with DAM platforms.
            • Sample the always fun Stump the Consultant session.
            • Get my conference recap and takeaways.
            • Find out who you are most musically compatible with.
            
            

            Guest Name(s):

            • Christine Le Couilliard - Henry Stewart Events
            • Amy Rudersdorf - AVP
            • Matt Kuruvilla - FADEL
            • Yonah Levenson - Rutgers DAM Certificate Program
            • Phil Seibel - Aldis
            • Nina Damavandi - University of Southern California
            • Billy Hinshaw - BISSEL Homecare
            • Leslie Eames - Maryland Center for History and Culture
            • Emily Somach - National Geographic Society
            • Christina Aguilera - Crunchyroll | Woemen in Technology Hollywood Foundation | Enough
            • Christopher Morgan-Wilson - Orange Logic
            • Shannon DeLoach - Censhare
            • Melanie Chalupa - Frontify
            • John Bateman - Tenovos
            • Brian Kavanaugh - Bynder
            • Bróna O’Connor - MediaValet
            • Jake Athey - Acquia
            • Reinhard Holzner - Smint.io
            • David Sultan - OneTeg
            • Eric Wengrowski - Steg.ai
            • Kara Van Malssen - AVP
            
            

            Topics discussed in the episode:

            • Introduction
            • Trends in Henry Stewart DAM programming in 2024
            • What are attendees most excited about/interested in at the conference
            • The evolution of Henry Stewart DAM conferences since their launch
            • Overview and differentiators of DAM platform providers
            • DAM platform providers' non-AI focus on roadmaps
            • DAM platform providers' AI Priorities
            • Overview of DAM platform adjacent provider offerings
            • Last song added to your favorites playlist
            • DAM 5.0
            • AI tagging
            • AI quick wins
            • Henry Stewart DAM LA wrap
            
            

            Resources mentioned in this episode:

            • The DAM Right Podcast Soundtrack - This playlist contains the most recent favorited songs of guests on the DAM Right podcast along with other songs that are mentioned on the podcast.
            • Steg.AI
            • OneTeg
            • Smint.io
            • Acquia
            • MediaValet
            • Bynder
            • Tenovos
            • Frontify
            • Censhare
            • Orange Logic
            • Enough
            • Women in Technology Hollywood
            • Rutgers DAM Certificate Program
            • AVP | Digital Asset Management Consulting
            • Henry Stewart DAM LA 2024 Page
            
            

            🗣️ We want your feedback! Tell us what topics you want to hear about, people you want to see interviewed, and events you'd like to have covered. Send your feedback to damright@weareavp.com.

            ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at Listen to DAM Right .

            🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Guide, Canvas & other free resources at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

            🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

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            ]]>05c57980-1804-4c6d-b657-87aea5fbc281Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:15:00 -070050:45falsefull1221Crafting a Winning DAM StrategyIn the debut episode of "DAM Right: Winning at Digital Asset Management," Chris Lacinak of AVP explores DAM strategy's essence with expert Kara Van Malssen. They debunk common strategy myths, emphasizing that strategy is about actionable plans, not just goals or problems. The discussion introduces the DAM Strategy Canvas, a tool designed by Van Malssen to help organizations articulate and execute their DAM strategies effectively.

            The conversation covers the risks of lacking a clear strategy, such as resource misallocation and misalignment with business objectives. Through the DAM Strategy Canvas, listeners gain a practical approach to developing a focused, actionable DAM strategy that aligns with organizational goals.

            This episode is a concise guide for DAM professionals and business leaders alike, offering expert insights and tools for enhancing digital asset management practices. Whether aiming to refine your strategy or optimize digital asset operations, this episode provides valuable strategies and thought leadership in DAM.

            Guest Name(s):

            Kara Van Malssen

            Guest Bio(s):

            Driven by a passion for helping organizations build impactful DAM programs, Kara Van Malssen is the Managing Director at consultancy AVP. Merging her deep expertise in systems thinking, user experience design, library science, and business analysis with extensive DAM experience, Kara crafts scalable and sustainable asset and data management solutions. Her diverse client portfolio ranges from Fortune 1000 powerhouses to esteemed cultural heritage institutions and transformative non-profits. Beyond her consulting role, Kara frequently shares her insights at conferences and workshops around the globe.

            Connect with Kara at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

            Topics discussed in the episode:

            • Introduction to the topic of DAM Strategy.
            • Introduction of Kara Van Malssen, her background, and contributions to the field of digital asset management.
            • Introduction of the DAM Strategy Canvas and its purpose as a strategic planning tool.
            • The importance of aligning DAM strategy with organizational goals and objectives.
            • Overview of the components included in the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The rationale behind the creation of the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The relationship between DAM strategy and implementation timelines.
            • Recommendations on forming a DAM strategy team and stakeholder engagement.
            • The optimal operational models for DAM based on organizational size and structure.
            • How the DAM Operational Model complements the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The impact of deployment time on user satisfaction with DAM solutions.
            • Advice for listeners interested in applying the DAM Strategy Canvas to their organizations.
            
            

            Resources mentioned in this episode:

            • Richard Rumelt - Good Strategy/Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why it Matters
            • DAM Operational Model
            • The Isley Brothers
            • Kandy by Fever Ray
            • Strategyzer Business Model Canvas
            • DAM Strategy Canvas
            • NYU Moving Image Archiving and Preservation Program
            
            

            Engage:

            🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other...]]>In the debut episode of "DAM Right: Winning at Digital Asset Management," Chris Lacinak of AVP explores DAM strategy's essence with expert Kara Van Malssen. They debunk common strategy myths, emphasizing that strategy is about actionable plans, not just goals or problems. The discussion introduces the DAM Strategy Canvas, a tool designed by Van Malssen to help organizations articulate and execute their DAM strategies effectively.

            The conversation covers the risks of lacking a clear strategy, such as resource misallocation and misalignment with business objectives. Through the DAM Strategy Canvas, listeners gain a practical approach to developing a focused, actionable DAM strategy that aligns with organizational goals.

            This episode is a concise guide for DAM professionals and business leaders alike, offering expert insights and tools for enhancing digital asset management practices. Whether aiming to refine your strategy or optimize digital asset operations, this episode provides valuable strategies and thought leadership in DAM.

            Guest Name(s):

            Kara Van Malssen

            Guest Bio(s):

            Driven by a passion for helping organizations build impactful DAM programs, Kara Van Malssen is the Managing Director at consultancy AVP. Merging her deep expertise in systems thinking, user experience design, library science, and business analysis with extensive DAM experience, Kara crafts scalable and sustainable asset and data management solutions. Her diverse client portfolio ranges from Fortune 1000 powerhouses to esteemed cultural heritage institutions and transformative non-profits. Beyond her consulting role, Kara frequently shares her insights at conferences and workshops around the globe.

            Connect with Kara at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvanmalssen/

            Topics discussed in the episode:

            • Introduction to the topic of DAM Strategy.
            • Introduction of Kara Van Malssen, her background, and contributions to the field of digital asset management.
            • Introduction of the DAM Strategy Canvas and its purpose as a strategic planning tool.
            • The importance of aligning DAM strategy with organizational goals and objectives.
            • Overview of the components included in the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The rationale behind the creation of the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The relationship between DAM strategy and implementation timelines.
            • Recommendations on forming a DAM strategy team and stakeholder engagement.
            • The optimal operational models for DAM based on organizational size and structure.
            • How the DAM Operational Model complements the DAM Strategy Canvas.
            • The impact of deployment time on user satisfaction with DAM solutions.
            • Advice for listeners interested in applying the DAM Strategy Canvas to their organizations.
            
            

            Resources mentioned in this episode:

            • Richard Rumelt - Good Strategy/Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why it Matters
            • DAM Operational Model
            • The Isley Brothers
            • Kandy by Fever Ray
            • Strategyzer Business Model Canvas
            • DAM Strategy Canvas
            • NYU Moving Image Archiving and Preservation Program
            
            

            Engage:

            🆓 Download the DAM Strategy Canvas & other free resources at https://weareavp.com/free-resources

            ⭐ Please rate, like, follow, and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice. See all the places we are at Listen to DAM Right .

            🔗 Follow me on LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

            🔎 Find a fully searchable synchronized transcript on the Aviary Platform at https://damright.aviaryplatform.com/collections/2725/collection_resources/125814/transcript

            Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

            https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman

            License code: FCZATJ1ONY2SKBR2

            ]]>cbc86e9c-3daa-40f8-a22e-1c109fef663fThu, 14 Mar 2024 00:15:00 -070001:00:05falsefull1111DAM Right Trailer👋 Welcome to DAM Right: Winning at Digital Asset Management! Join Chris Lacinak, Founder and CEO at AVP (weareavp.com) as he connects the dots between the intricate work that takes place in the trenches of DAM practice and the results, meaning, and impact that it delivers.

            🫵 Whether you're managing digital assets day in and day out, or you're leading the charge with strategic planning at the helm, this podcast is your bi-monthly rendezvous with inspiration, innovation, and insights.

            🗓️ Starting March 14th, find Chris and a lineup of experts and thought leaders on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month as they explore how digital asset management effectively touches every corner of our lives and world. Episodes will include interviews, industry news, ask me anythings, and tech spotlights.

            🔎 Finding us couldn't be easier. DAM Right is available in audio and video for free on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Aviary (aviaryplatform.com) and wherever else podcasts are found. Visit DAM-Right.com to see the full list of places you can find DAM Right, hit subscribe or follow, and dive into the world of DAM like never before. 

            👥 FOLLOW: https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

            💯 FREE DAM RESOURCES: https://weareavp.com/free-resources

            ▶️ SYNCHRONIZED SEARCHABLE TRANSCRIPT: https://damright.aviaryplatform.com

            ]]>👋 Welcome to DAM Right: Winning at Digital Asset Management! Join Chris Lacinak, Founder and CEO at AVP (weareavp.com) as he connects the dots between the intricate work that takes place in the trenches of DAM practice and the results, meaning, and impact that it delivers.

            🫵 Whether you're managing digital assets day in and day out, or you're leading the charge with strategic planning at the helm, this podcast is your bi-monthly rendezvous with inspiration, innovation, and insights.

            🗓️ Starting March 14th, find Chris and a lineup of experts and thought leaders on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month as they explore how digital asset management effectively touches every corner of our lives and world. Episodes will include interviews, industry news, ask me anythings, and tech spotlights.

            🔎 Finding us couldn't be easier. DAM Right is available in audio and video for free on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Aviary (aviaryplatform.com) and wherever else podcasts are found. Visit DAM-Right.com to see the full list of places you can find DAM Right, hit subscribe or follow, and dive into the world of DAM like never before. 

            👥 FOLLOW: https://linkedin.com/in/clacinak

            💯 FREE DAM RESOURCES: https://weareavp.com/free-resources

            ▶️ SYNCHRONIZED SEARCHABLE TRANSCRIPT: https://damright.aviaryplatform.com

            ]]>7f1bbfd1-7945-4096-977e-5ced07fd34c3Fri, 16 Feb 2024 21:45:00 -070001:03falsetrailer