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Earned: Unlocking the Power of the Creator EconomyAuthor: CreatorIQ
Welcome to Earned, a podcast by CreatorIQ. In this series, we explore the transformative power of creator marketing by sitting down with the industry leaders who do it best. Tune in to learn the tried-and-true marketing philosophies and strategies behind today's top brands and agencies, best practices for building impactful communities online and off, and powerful career advice to inspire industry newbies and veterans alike. We hope you enjoy! Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How Creators Are Transforming Marketing Strategy: From Campaigns to Infrastructure with Monica Khan
Episode 194
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
In this episode of Earned, CreatorIQ VP of Brand Marketing Ashley Waxman sits down with Monica Khan—multihyphenate creator economy advisor, operator, and founder—to explore how brands must evolve from campaign thinking to creator-led infrastructure. Monica shares her unique perspective from working across platforms like YouTube and Meta, advising top creators through her firm Creator Revolution, and consulting with companies via McKinsey. At the center of the conversation is a fundamental shift: creators are no longer just a marketing channel—they are R&D, storytelling engines, and strategic partners shaping business outcomes. Ashley and Monica dive into why brands must move beyond one-off campaigns toward always-on, cross-functional creator strategies that drive long-term growth, and how building deeper partnerships unlocks compounding value across the funnel. Monica also unpacks the importance of brand self-awareness, redefining measurement beyond last-click attribution, and leveraging qualitative signals like community feedback and content performance to inform smarter decisions. The conversation explores the growing role of AI in marketing and creation—where it can accelerate workflows, but shouldn't replace original thinking or creative instinct—and why transparency and editorial standards are critical to maintaining trust. Finally, Monica reflects on the power of in-person community building, the rise of creator-driven ecosystems, and what the next chapter of the industry looks like: a world where creators sit at the center of modern marketing infrastructure. In this episode, you'll learn: The importance of long-term relationships with creators in building brand trust and fandom Creating a balanced marketing strategy that combines AI with human creativity How creators can build authentic, engaged communities around their brand Connect with the Guest: Monica's LinkedIn - @monicakhan Connect with Ashley Waxman & CreatorIQ: Ashley's LinkedIn - @ashleywaxman CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq Follow us on social: CreatorIQ YouTube - @CreatorIQOfficial CreatorIQ Instagram - @creatoriq CreatorIQ TikTok - @creator.iq CreatorIQ Twitter - @CreatorIQ
