What does it take to launch an AI product on the biggest stage in advertising — and actually make it stick?
GoDaddy CMO Fara Howard joins us to unpack the strategy behind their standout Super Bowl campaign for GoDaddy Airo, featuring actor Walton Goggins (White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones). From idea to execution, Fara shares how her team translated a complex product into a message that millions could instantly understand — without losing the creativity that made it unforgettable.
We dive into the balance of data and storytelling, how to earn the right to be bold with your marketing, and why simplicity is a superpower in B2B. Whether you’re a CMO, brand leader, or growth marketer, Fara’s insights into performance-backed creativity, product positioning, and campaign accountability will leave you rethinking how you launch, scale, and measure your next big idea.
Key Moments:
- 00:00 Who is Fara Howard, GoDaddy CMO?
- 00:21 Why GoDaddy Returned to the Super Bowl in 2024
- 01:37 The Evolution of GoDaddy’s Super Bowl Ad Playbook
- 03:51 What Is GoDaddy Airo? Breaking Down the AI Product Launch
- 05:57 Lessons from Launching a New AI Tool at Massive Scale
- 09:30 How GoDaddy Chose Walton Goggins for the Super Bowl Spot
- 15:56 Behind the Scenes: Building a Creative Campaign That Converts
- 26:22 Real-World Marketing Advice from a CMO: Math vs. Magic
- 34:43 Why Company Culture Should Shape Your Career Path
- 35:39 A Cultural Misfit: The Vans Story You Have to Hear
- 38:58 How to Build Psychological Safety Inside Marketing Teams
- 42:14 The Role of AI in the Future of Marketing and Small Business
- 53:40 How a CMO Balances Career Growth and Family Priorities
- 58:28 Lightning Round: Tools, Trends, and Fara’s Marketing Favorites
- 01:03:06 GoDaddy’s CMO on Marketing That Matters
