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Hosted by Doug Sandler · business · EN-US
At the crossroads of innovation, growth, and connection, this podcast takes you inside SubSummit 2026—the premier gathering for leaders shaping the future of subscription, membership, loyalty, and recurring revenue. From the months leading up to the conference through the live energy of the event and the insights that follow, each episode delivers conversations with the brands, solution providers, and thought leaders redefining customer relationships and building the next generation of commerce. With exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes access, and real-time takeaways from Kansas City, listeners will hear the strategies, partnerships, and bold ideas emerging from an industry that touches the majority of U.S. consumers and fuels a multi-trillion-dollar economy. Whether you’re a fast-scaling brand, an innovative solution provider, or a leader looking to deepen customer loyalty and lifetime value, this podcast is your front-row seat to the conne
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Signup to Generate a PitchAt the crossroads of innovation, growth, and connection, this podcast takes you inside SubSummit 2026, the premier gathering for leaders shaping the future of subscription, membership, loyalty, and recurring revenue.
Sub-Summit is hosted by Doug Sandler. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Adam Pivko: How Direct Meds' 4,000 Monthly Ads Drive Growth" (12 August 2026, 30 minutes), "Melanie Fox: How Dollar Shave Club Keeps Customers Coming Back" (5 August 2026, 19 minutes), and "Bill McHenry: How Widgeteer Is Transforming Physical Commerce" (29 July 2026, 18 minutes).
Sub-Summit publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for Sub-Summit is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Sub-Summit requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Sub-Summit's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Sub-Summit are Business & Management Consulting. Sub-Summit has a business audience.
Doug Sandler hosts Sub-Summit, a business podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Episode #18
They ran their best vitamin ad on Grindr; they launch 4,000 ads every month, and they routinely push compliance to find the edges, all while turning losses into lessons. Join us in this SubSummit episode as Direct Meds’...
Episode #17
Want to know how Dollar Shave Club turned a one-product gimmick into a multi-product routine that sticks? Tune in as Melanie Fox spills the lifecycle playbook, recency–frequency–monetary flows, churn scoring, trial...
Episode #16
Bill McHenry breaks down why modern brands must treat operations as a growth lever, not just marketing, while navigating tariffs, cash-flow pressure, and the lightning-fast demands of social commerce. Expect practical...
Episode #15
Bolong Li explains how AI slashes time-to-market for international launches while arguing that human judgment and local relevance remain the decisive advantages for building trust in new markets. Learn the three-phase...
Episode #14
Building a product people love isn't always enough, especially if they never need to buy it again. Eric shares why he shifted from durable grooming tools to replenishable oral care, and how embracing constant...
Episode #13
Startup CPG founder Daniel Scharff sits down with former Brightland CEO Todd Hoffman to unpack how a simple pantry staple became a premium DTC phenomenon. They break down emotional branding, gifting flywheels...
Episode #12
With payment failures, most businesses see lost revenue—Payway sees a hidden opportunity. In this episode, you’ll learn how to turn declines into recovered revenue, stronger subscriber retention, and a smarter payment...
Episode #11
A live virtual travel company went from a single Zoom walk for one lonely mom to nearly 3 million participants worldwide—powered by just three full-time humans and a stack of AI tools. In this episode, you’ll hear how a...
Episode #11
<p>A live virtual travel company went from a single Zoom walk for one lonely mom to nearly 3 million participants worldwide—powered by just three full-time humans and a stack of AI tools. In this episode, you’ll hear...
Episode #10
Most “fraud” on your statement isn’t a hacker; it’s your own customers hitting the dispute button. In this episode, you’ll learn how a veteran merchant‑turned‑founder built a company to stop chargebacks at the source...
Episode #10
<p>Most “fraud” on your statement isn’t a hacker; it’s your own customers hitting the dispute button. In this episode, you’ll learn how a veteran merchant‑turned‑founder built a company to stop chargebacks at the source...
Episode #9
<p >Two very different brands—survival gear and premium meat—used the same playbook to build massive subscription businesses: obsessive focus on quality, ruthless clarity on their ideal customer, and relentless work on...
Episode #8
<p>A 56-year-old wellness brand is rewriting its direct-to-consumer playbook, turning subscriptions from a buried feature into the core of its customer experience. Discover how Swanson is using personalization, internal...
Episode #7
<p>Artificial intelligence isn’t just changing technology—it’s redefining how work gets done. In this episode, you’ll hear from Fabletics’ AI Program Director, Logan Karam, as she previews her upcoming SubSummit session...
Episode #6
<p>In a world where AI is transforming every part of commerce, this episode dives into how customer experience teams can use it to reduce churn, extend lifetime value, and build loyalty that actually lasts. Learn how a...
Episode #5
<p>Rising cost per thousand (CPMs), fickle algorithms, and endless creative demands are rewriting the rules of performance marketing. In this episode, you’ll hear how a leading subscription marketer is using...
Episode #4
<p>Most brands either drown in low-quality content or agonize over a few ‘perfect’ ads. In this episode, Adam Pivko shares how to get 1% better every day and build a modern creative engine that truly...
Episode #3
<p>What happens when a pure DTC subscription brand jumps onto retail shelves without “losing the box”? ButcherBox CCO Reba Hatcher breaks down the real risks, rewards, and data behind going from subscription to...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode, Doug and Phoenix Ha discuss:</p>Subscription retention and LTVCommunity-driven social commerceAuthentic, high-performing creativeFuture of live sellingBuilding high-volume, high-value creative...
Episode #1
<p>In this episode, Doug and Mike Woodall discuss:</p>Brands excelling at subscriptionsWhisker’s data-driven subscription and engagement strategySubscription conversion experiments and UX changesDiscount and offer...
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