Chris Marine

How Queer Newspapers Helped Shape Maine’s LGBTQ+ History and Community Connection — Campfire Consulting Explore the impact of queer newspapers in Maine and how they shaped LGBTQ+ history, identity, and community. In this Pride Month episode of Fireside, Benn Marine and Megan Mac Gregor reflect on the po...

A timely topic for #PrideMonth and a really interesting look into the past that shaped so much of the future. #Maine

www.campfire.consulting/journal/hono...

Today, I had my first real moment where I asked myself “am I messing up my kids” due to my work. Sharing this in case others needed to hear that if they’ve had this thought too. You are never alone. #Parenting #Entrepreneurship

“Ready for prime time” feels a little… VHS, doesn’t it?

In a world of autoplay, binge drops, and doomscrolls, maybe it’s time for an update.

Scroll-stopping? Stream-worthy? FYP-ready?

Let’s retire the broadcast era lingo.

“Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

I shared this with my friend’s in 2010 who were graduating. I’ve always longed for the difficult road.

Plans unveiled for Maine’s tallest building The project would overhaul a city block in Portland's Old Port and include a 30-story luxury high-rise tower at the center.

Unpopular take: #Maine needs bold development. As a business owner here, I’ve seen how folks outside the region view our state - like opportunity ends at Boston. But Portland has a chance to change that. This kind of project could help put us on the map.

www.bangordailynews.com/2025/05/06/p...

I’m not big into titles and org charts. Everyone has an opportunity to lead. And when everyone has agency over their work, everyone thrives.

I had a chance to meet and talk with an author whose work has changed my way of thinking and moving through this world. So grateful. Tune into our conversation wherever you listen to podcasts. Just search Responsibly Different. #podcast

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Shop Campfire | Purposeful Apparel & Gear for People Who Take a Stand More than apparel—Shop Campfire offers ethically made gear designed for people who stand for something. Wear your values. Carry what you stand for. A portion of every purchase supports environmental a...

Low-stakes drop, high-vibes update: I launched a shop for folks who want to wear their values. For #EarthMonth, I’m starting with limited-run climate justice designs—50% of profits go to Earthjustice. Check it out + let me know what you think!

shopcampfire.com

Any company that puts in their job description that they’re looking for a unicorn is messed up. What’s wrong with being human? By saying you’re looking for a unicorn you are already showing you have an unhealthy expectation of the people who make your company viable. No amount of money is worth it.

The Human Touch in AI: Why Machine Learning Needs Human Strategy Podcast Episode · Responsibly Different™ · 04/10/2025 · 27m

Is your ad strategy falling into the AI blind spot? Tech giants have changed how we approach marketing, but my friends from AI Digital warns we're losing focus on what matters: how consumers actually experience advertising. Listen to their insights now.

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Hands Off Rally Portland Maine Hands Off Rally Portland Maine Senator Angus King Speaks to crowd of 10,000 in Monument Square

An important reflection from this past weekend's #HandsOff rally in #PortlandMaine

www.bennmarine.com/blog/2025/4/...

Principal-based media buying is a conflict of interest—At Campfire, we plan objectively, buy transparently, and never resell media. You simply can’t be media agnostic if you’re holding onto inventory of your own.

www.mediapost.com/publications...

Me: Can you send us to bed with something positive to feel good about?

ChatGPT: Remember, each day you’re making progress, even if it’s just a small step. You’re capable of amazing things, and you deserve kindness and self-love. Tomorrow is a new opportunity to shine. Sleep well!

You’re welcome✌️

The real MVPs tonight are the advertisers shelling out $8 million for 30 seconds of our attention. When did the game become the sideshow? 

Advertising needs more soul. We’re drowning in data but starving for connection. Who’s doing it right? Tag a brand that makes you feel something.

Super Bowl Ads: Hype, Hustle, and the Hard Truth Podcast Episode · Responsibly Different™ · 02/06/2025 · 24m

What’s the real impact of a Super Bowl ad after the buzz fades? Dive into our latest episode exploring the hype, the strategies, and the future of advertising! Listen now!

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Ok, honestly… are you excited for the ads during the #SuperBowl? This goes out to anyone NOT working in advertising. I get that for everyone in the industry this is always a highlight.

The Business of Belonging: Why Connection Matters More Than Clicks In 2023, the U.S.

Have you heard of the Jewish philosopher Martin Buber? He distinguished two types of relationships: “I-It” and “I-Thou.” Too much of modern marketing operates in the “I-It” mode, treating audiences as data points rather than people. I dove more into the idea here 👇

www.linkedin.com/pulse/busine...

YouTube video by MSNBC Maddow: Trump's dismantling of independent news media is happening before our eyes

Are you paying attention? If not, you will be.

youtu.be/i29JtdyhO4s?...

As someone who thinks a lot about media and its impact, I’m curious—what do you think social media should be doing better for people?

Finally on Bluesky! Excited to explore how conversations evolve here without the algorithmic noise. Who else is new? What’s your first impression?