<![CDATA[Practical DAM]]>A companion podcast to the book Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners, by Lisa Grimm and E. Keathley. Come learn the ins and outs of DAM with global content experts who have seen some things...and lived to tell the tale. Here for good metadata.

Find out more at PracticalDAM.net.

]]>https://www.practicaldam.netRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:08:05 GMTTue, 21 Apr 2026 15:10:03 GMT60Lisa Grimm & E Keathley<p>A companion podcast to the book <i>Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners</i>, by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.damtherapist.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/efkeathley" target="_blank">E. Keathley</a>. Come learn the ins and outs of DAM with global content experts who have seen some things...and lived to tell the tale. Here for good metadata.</p><p></p><p>Find out more at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.practicaldam.net/" target="_blank">PracticalDAM.net</a>.</p>episodicLisa Grimm & E Keathleylisa@lisagrimm.comno<![CDATA[Episode 6: Assets to Manage with Eric Reber]]>Episode 6: Assets to Manage

Lisa Grimm and E Keathley are joined by Eric Reber, whose background spans libraries, archives, media, and corporate DAM implementations. This episode breaks down what “assets to manage” really means when your content includes physical objects, layered design files, decades of legacy media, and systems that were never built to talk to each other. In this episode, the conversation gets practical fast: what makes an asset “complex,” why metadata choices matter, and why timelines for DAM implementations are usually fantasy. Eric shares hard-earned lessons from CNN, Carter’s, and his current work helping a company stand up Adobe Experience Manager while sorting through massive content sprawl.


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]]>4012d44e-8445-4684-b763-f3bbd2c73ba6Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p><b>Episode 6: Assets to Manage</b></p><p>Lisa Grimm and E Keathley are joined by Eric Reber, whose background spans libraries, archives, media, and corporate DAM implementations. This episode breaks down what “assets to manage” really means when your content includes physical objects, layered design files, decades of legacy media, and systems that were never built to talk to each other. In this episode, the conversation gets practical fast: what makes an asset “complex,” why metadata choices matter, and why timelines for DAM implementations are usually fantasy. Eric shares hard-earned lessons from CNN, Carter’s, and his current work helping a company stand up Adobe Experience Manager while sorting through massive content sprawl.</p><p><br /><b>Resources &amp; Links:</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/" target="_blank"><i>Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners</i></a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://practicaldam.net" target="_blank">Practical DAM</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keathley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://damtherapist.com" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericreber/" target="_blank">Eric Reber's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://digitalassetmanagementnews.org/digital-asset-management/the-2024-dam-salary-survey-results-are-now-available/" target="_blank">DAM Salary Survey 2024</a></li><li>Original music for podcast by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:stevenserra81@gmail.com?" target="_blank">Steve Serra</a>.</li></ul>no01:05:4816Episode 6: Assets to Manage with Eric Reberfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: DAM Jobs with Alison King]]>Lisa Grimm and Elizabeth Keathley are joined by Alison King for a practical conversation about career pivots, transferable skills, and how librarians and other information professionals can move into digital asset management and related fields. They break down what counts as relevant experience, why so many people underestimate their own value, and how to spot job postings that are badly written, underpaid, or just plain unrealistic. In this episode, they explore the real language of DAM hiring, the impact of vocational awe on career decisions, and the keywords that can help candidates find roles that fit their experience.

 

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]]>f8ec177e-c5d0-47aa-9f22-c0127dc5e223Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Lisa Grimm and Elizabeth Keathley are joined by Alison King for a practical conversation about career pivots, transferable skills, and how librarians and other information professionals can move into digital asset management and related fields. They break down what counts as relevant experience, why so many people underestimate their own value, and how to spot job postings that are badly written, underpaid, or just plain unrealistic. In this episode, they explore the real language of DAM hiring, the impact of vocational awe on career decisions, and the keywords that can help candidates find roles that fit their experience.</p><p> </p><p><b>Resources &amp; Links:</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/" target="_blank">Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://practicaldam.net" target="_blank">Practical DAM</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keathley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://damtherapist.com" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonking100/" target="_blank">Alison King's LinkedIn</a></li><li>Original music for podcast by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:stevenserra81@gmail.com?" target="_blank">Steve Serra</a>.</li></ul>no00:45:5715Episode 5: DAM Jobs with Alison Kingfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: DAM Hosting with Mary Katherine Barnes]]>DAM Storage, Hosting, and What Really Shapes DAM Decisions

Lisa Grimm and Elizabeth Keathley are joined by Mary Katherine Barnes for a conversation that starts with career paths into digital asset management and moves into the practical realities of hosting, storage, security, and governance. Also, some DAM gossip.

Resources & Links

]]>78813476-a857-41c0-a1a6-6317b2b7a7aaMon, 24 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p><b>DAM Storage, Hosting, and What Really Shapes DAM Decisions</b></p><p>Lisa Grimm and Elizabeth Keathley are joined by Mary Katherine Barnes for a conversation that starts with career paths into digital asset management and moves into the practical realities of hosting, storage, security, and governance. Also, some DAM gossip.</p><p></p><p><b>Resources &amp; Links</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/" target="_blank">Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://practicaldam.net" target="_blank">Practical DAM website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keathley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://damtherapist.com" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkbarnes/" target="_blank">Mary Katherine's LinkedIn</a></li><li><b>Original music for podcast by Steve Serra</b></li></ul>no00:43:4414Episode 4: DAM Hosting with Mary Katherine Barnesfull<![CDATA[Episode 3: Choosing a DAM with Ralph Windsor]]>Choosing a DAM with Ralph Windsor

In this episode of Practical DAM, Lisa and Elizabeth are joined by DAM veteran Ralph Windsor to explore how organizations can select the right DAM system, avoid common pitfalls, and build lasting vendor relationships. Whether you're implementing your first DAM or upgrading, Ralph’s expertise sheds light on strategic decision-making and vendor management.

Key Topics:

  • Ralph Windsor’s journey in digital asset management since 1995, from coding to consulting
  • The importance of auditing existing systems before choosing a new DAM
  • Common mistakes in DAM selection and how to avoid them
  • The role of demos versus RFPs in vendor evaluation
  • Managing vendor relationships and sales culture
  • How to transition smoothly after DAM procurement
  • The myth of "enterprise" vs "small vendor" and the value of smaller, honest firms
  • Long-term contract considerations and avoiding lock-ins
  • The impact of industry maturity and AI advancements on DAM systems
  • Tips for handling vendor negotiations and setting realistic expectations

 


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Connect with Ralph Windsor:

 

Additional notes:

  • Be wary of long-term contracts; Ralph advises sticking to a maximum of three years initially.
  • Smaller vendors often provide more personalized service and greater honesty about their capabilities.
  • Always align vendor expectations with contractual commitments and know who your vendor team will be post-deployment.

Original music for podcast by Steve Serra.

]]>171cbdd2-cf18-4146-a706-12fd0aa21e7eMon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p><b>Choosing a DAM with Ralph Windsor</b></p><p>In this episode of Practical DAM, Lisa and Elizabeth are joined by DAM veteran Ralph Windsor to explore how organizations can select the right DAM system, avoid common pitfalls, and build lasting vendor relationships. Whether you're implementing your first DAM or upgrading, Ralph’s expertise sheds light on strategic decision-making and vendor management.</p><p><b>Key Topics:</b></p><ul><li>Ralph Windsor’s journey in digital asset management since 1995, from coding to consulting</li><li>The importance of auditing existing systems before choosing a new DAM</li><li>Common mistakes in DAM selection and how to avoid them</li><li>The role of demos versus RFPs in vendor evaluation</li><li>Managing vendor relationships and sales culture</li><li>How to transition smoothly after DAM procurement</li><li>The myth of "enterprise" vs "small vendor" and the value of smaller, honest firms</li><li>Long-term contract considerations and avoiding lock-ins</li><li>The impact of industry maturity and AI advancements on DAM systems</li><li>Tips for handling vendor negotiations and setting realistic expectations</li></ul><p> </p><p><br /><b>Resources &amp; Links:</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/" target="_blank">Practical Digital Asset Management: A Guide for Students and Practitioners</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://practicaldam.net" target="_blank">Practical DAM</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keithley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://damtherapist.com" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://activo.com/" target="_blank">Activo</a> - Ralph's employer</li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dam.org/specs" target="_blank">Open Specification for DAM</a> - Ralph Windsor's resource for DAM questions</li></ul><p> </p><p><b>Connect with Ralph Windsor:</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/ralph-windsor" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><p> </p><p><b>Additional notes:</b></p><ul><li>Be wary of long-term contracts; Ralph advises sticking to a maximum of three years initially.</li><li>Smaller vendors often provide more personalized service and greater honesty about their capabilities.</li><li>Always align vendor expectations with contractual commitments and know who your vendor team will be post-deployment.<p></p></li></ul><p>Original music for podcast by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:stevenserra81@gmail.com?" target="_blank">Steve Serra</a>.</p>no00:37:2713Episode 3: Choosing a DAM with Ralph Windsorfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: Time for DAM with Seema Caron]]>Episode 2: Time for DAM with Seema Caron

Main Topics:

  • The role of DAM consultants in system launch, migration, and optimization
  • Identifying key inflection points for bringing in DAM expertise
  • Strategies for building a successful DAM consulting practice
  • The importance of education, advocacy, and community support in DAM
  • Challenges and rewards of working independently versus in-house DAM roles
  • Leveraging AI and LLMs within DAM platforms
  • Building trust and effective communication with clients and vendors
  • Business development, pipeline management, and realistic expectations in consulting

  • Lisa Grimm's website

Original music for podcast by Steve Serra.

]]>83ea7c1d-639b-4f18-8706-68b2b1dba22aMon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Episode 2: Time for DAM with Seema Caron</p><p></p><p>Main Topics:</p><ul><li>The role of DAM consultants in system launch, migration, and optimization</li><li>Identifying key inflection points for bringing in DAM expertise</li><li>Strategies for building a successful DAM consulting practice</li><li>The importance of education, advocacy, and community support in DAM</li><li>Challenges and rewards of working independently versus in-house DAM roles</li><li>Leveraging AI and LLMs within DAM platforms</li><li>Building trust and effective communication with clients and vendors</li><li>Business development, pipeline management, and realistic expectations in consulting<p></p></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.damtherapist.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li></ul><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keathley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://seemacaron.com/" target="_blank">Seema Caron's Website</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://discord.gg/A9gBrU8ep7" target="_blank">DAM Discord</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/practical-digital-asset-management-9798216196280/" target="_blank">Practical DAM book</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.practicaldam.net/" target="_blank">Practical DAM website</a><p></p></li></ul><p>Original music for podcast by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:stevenserra81@gmail.com?" target="_blank">Steve Serra</a>.</p>no00:45:1612Episode 2: Time for DAM with Seema Caronfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: Intro to DAM with Henrik de Gyor]]>Episode 1: Introduction to DAM, with Henrik De Gyor

 

In this episode of Practical DAM, Lisa Grimm and co-host Elizabeth Keathley welcome Henrik De Gyor to explore the fundamentals of digital asset management (DAM). Whether you're new to DAM or looking to deepen your understanding, this discussion covers the evolution, core characteristics, and practical insights essential for effective DAM implementation.

Original music for podcast by Steve Serra.

]]>8a04a1f1-7269-4b21-a920-e8f5e0b0a104Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Episode 1: Introduction to DAM, with Henrik De Gyor</p><p> </p><p></p><p>In this episode of Practical DAM, Lisa Grimm and co-host Elizabeth Keathley welcome Henrik De Gyor to explore the fundamentals of digital asset management (DAM). Whether you're new to DAM or looking to deepen your understanding, this discussion covers the evolution, core characteristics, and practical insights essential for effective DAM implementation.<br /></p><p></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.damtherapist.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Grimm's website</a></li></ul><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/elizabethkeithley" target="_blank">Elizabeth Keathley's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrikdegyor/" target="_blank">Henrik de Gyor's LinkedIn</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/practical-digital-asset-management-9798216196280/" target="_blank">Practical DAM book</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.practicaldam.net/" target="_blank">Practical DAM website</a><p></p></li></ul><p>Original music for podcast by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:stevenserra81@gmail.com?" target="_blank">Steve Serra</a>.</p>no00:46:3511Episode 1: Intro to DAM with Henrik de Gyorfull