Podcasts about demand gen

Send us a textIn this episode we interview Justin Cruz, Director of Digital Marketing at TSIA. He shares how his team builds a demand engine that stays human, relevant, and repeatable. Subscribe to Justin's Substack. What you'll learn in this episode:How Justin defines personalization: relevant and timely messaging, not a first-name token.A simple definition of scalability: systems that compound results over time.Why only a small share of your market is ready to buy—and how that changes your plan.How to sharpen your ICP with real purchase data and recent behavior.A practical way to map content to the five stages of awareness.How to reuse a few strong assets across segments without sounding generic.Where AI helps: synthesizing customer data and enabling on-site personalization.How to run a fast audit of your funnel, from reach to “contact us,” and fix obvious gaps.Tools and tactics he uses: AI-powered web personalization and message routing from ad to page.A plug-and-play framework (“FOCUS”) to keep strategy, tools, and tracking aligned.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of OpsCast, hosted by Michael Hartmann and powered by MarketingOps.com, we're joined by Pradeep Manivannan, Martech Consultant at Academy Sports & Outdoors. Pradeep brings extensive experience from roles at eBay, Salesforce, and Nordstrom, offering a unique perspective on connecting data, building journey-based experiences, and aligning marketing operations across channels.Pradeep explains how to map customer journeys effectively, leverage segmentation, and implement omnichannel strategies that work in both B2C and B2B environments. He shares lessons learned from consumer-focused marketing and how B2B teams can apply them to drive better engagement and measurable results.In this episode, you'll learnHow to design seamless customer journeys from scratchThe role of data integration across channels in marketing successSegmentation strategies that improve targeting and personalizationWhat B2B teams can learn from consumer-focused marketing approachesThis episode is perfect for marketing, RevOps, and growth professionals looking to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. Tune in to hear Pradeep's actionable insights on building journey-based marketing strategies.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

#280 Strategy | In this episode, Dave is joined by Gurdeep Dhillon, CMO of Contentstack. Gurdeep has built an impressive career leading marketing at some of the biggest names in enterprise software, from SAP to Adobe, Marketo to Zoura. Now at Content Stack, he's challenging conventional B2B marketing wisdom in rethinking how enterprise companies should approach demand generation and brand building. In this conversation, Dave and Gurdeep dive deep into why marketing is ultimately a game of memory and reputation, not just lead generation.Dave and Gurdeep cover:The role of Demand Gen in 2025 (and what's changed)Why Brand and Reputation should be prioritized over Lead GenerationProven strategies to create urgency and close sales deals in enterprise marketsA glimpse into ContentStack's team structure and how they plan for growthTimestamps(00:00) - - Intro to Gurdeep (06:51) - - Brand and Audience Marketing (08:03) - - How the Role of Demand Gen is Changing (12:13) - - Brand and Reputation > Lead Generation (17:03) - - How Contentstack is Doing Demand Gen (19:41) - - How to Create Urgency to Win Sales Deals (21:22) - - Making a Good Offer in B2B Marketing (22:38) - - Why Being Bold and Taking Risks is Important in Marketing (28:57) - - Selling Your Vision to Leadership (31:38) - - How Contentstack Has Over 10,000 Global ICP Accounts (36:21) - - Team Structure at Contentstack (41:19) - - Running Marketing and Operating a High-Performing Team (43:35) - - Setting Effective Annual Plans (45:50) - - AI's Role in Marketing (49:24) - - Closing Thoughts Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.comJoin the Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterCheck out the Exit Five job board: https://jobs.exitfive.com/Become an Exit Five member: https://community.exitfive.com/checkout/exit-five-membership***This episode of the Exit Five podcast is brought to you by Qualified.AI is the hottest topic in marketing right now. And one thing we hear a lot of you marketers talking about is how you can use AI Agents to help run your marketing machine.That's where Qualifed comes in with Piper, their AI SDR agent.Piper is the #1 AI SDR Agent on the market according to G2, and hundreds of companies like Box, Asana, and Brex, have hired Piper to autonomously grow inbound pipeline. How good does that sound?Qualified customers are seeing a massive business impact with Piper: a 3X increase in meetings booked and a 2X increase in pipeline.The Agentic Marketing era has arrived. And if you're a B2B marketing leader looking to scale pipeline generation, Piper the #1 AI SDR Agent is here to help.Hire Piper, the #1 AI SDR Agent, and grow your pipeline today.You can learn more at qualified.com/exit5

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of OpsCast, hosted by Michael Hartmann and powered by MarketingOps.com, we are joined by Evan Kubicek, founder of Grow Rogue. Evan brings 15 years of experience in marketing operations and shares insights on what he calls the foundational operations gap, a critical area that many early-stage companies overlook as they scale.Evan explains why addressing foundational processes and systems early on is essential to avoid building a house of cards. He discusses how tech debt, process inefficiencies, and the lack of clear documentation can derail growth and why speed should never come at the cost of solid infrastructure.In this episode, you will learnWhat the foundational operations gap really means and why it is often neglectedHow to avoid creating "automated chaos" and scale marketing operations effectivelyThe importance of establishing foundational processes, like segmentation and tech integrationsWhy getting the basics right is critical before layering on complex tech solutionsThis episode is perfect for professionals in marketing, RevOps, and growth teams looking to build a sustainable ops foundation. Tune in to hear Evan's advice on how to build strong marketing infrastructure before things break.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of Opscast, Michael Hartmann and Naomi Liu are joined by Karen Kranack, Director of Applied AI Strategy and Experience, to explore the intersection of AI, brand strategy, and trust. Karen shares her insights on how AI is transforming marketing and operations, while emphasizing the importance of building and maintaining trust in this rapidly evolving field.We dive into key considerations for marketing professionals as they navigate the challenges of implementing AI, from transparency in AI usage to addressing data privacy concerns and ensuring ethical AI practices. Tune in to hear real-world examples, including how AI-generated content impacts brand perception and how organizations can foster a culture of trust internally while driving AI adoption.Key Takeaways:The importance of transparency and honesty when integrating AIHow AI is reshaping consumer experiences and internal workflowsThe role of ethical considerations and privacy concerns in AI adoptionReal-world examples of successful AI use cases in marketingJoin us for a discussion on how to leverage AI to enhance brand strategy while maintaining trust with your customers and employees.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of Ops Cast by MarketingOps.com, powered by The MO Pros, hosts Michael Hartmann, Mike Rizzo, and Naomi Liu speak with Dean de la Peña, VP of Identity, Data Strategy, and SaaS at Resonate.Dean discusses the role of predictive intelligence in marketing and explains how brands can utilize more comprehensive data signals to enhance audience targeting and personalization. He also outlines the importance of identity resolution and data structure in building effective campaigns.Topics covered include • How to apply predictive consumer intelligence to marketing workflows • The value of identity resolution in campaign planning • Practical approaches to scaling personalization based on real dataThis episode is intended for marketing operations professionals looking to improve their use of data in audience engagement.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Demand Generation Course Review: What I Learned Inside The B2B IncubatorThinking about joining a demand generation course—but not sure if it's worth your time?We sat down with Allister Hamilton, Head of Marketing at Lánluas Consulting, to hear how The B2B Incubator helped him go from an unclear strategy to measurable pipeline growth.Allister shares:+ Why he picked this program over other courses (including how it's different to Ritson's Mini MBA)+ How he got sales to actually use their content+ The exact results they saw (3x more prospect meetings, 200% LinkedIn lift, +75% attributed pipeline)Tune in and learn:+ How to build a demand gen engine with a small team+ A practical content system that aligns sales and marketing+ What to expect when you join The B2B IncubatorIf you're serious about levelling up your skills, aligning your team, and finally seeing results from your content—this episode is for you.-----------------------------------------------------

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of Ops Cast by MarketingOps.com (powered by The MO Pros), hosts Michael Hartmann, Mike Rizzo, and Naomi Liu delve into one of the most discussed shifts in B2B marketing and revenue operations: the evolving roles of Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) and Marketing Qualified Accounts (MQAs).In this episode, you'll learn:Why the traditional MQL model may be falling short and where MQAs step in.How to realign marketing and sales around shared intent signals.Common pitfalls when transitioning from MQLs to MQAs (and how to avoid them).Practical advice on shifting measurement frameworks to reflect real buyer behavior.To unpack this timely topic, they're joined by two accomplished leaders in RevOps and marketing strategy:Andrea Frazier, Senior Revenue Operations Technical Consultant, is known for her expertise in building scalable systems and aligning sales, marketing, and data. What makes her presence special on this podcast is that she will be a part of the Mopsapalooza as a speaker.Jessica Fewless, VP of Marketing and Partnerships, has deep experience in ABM, demand gen, and full-funnel program strategy.Together, they challenge long-standing definitions of buying intent and discuss how teams can evolve from lead-focused metrics to account-based signals that drive more aligned, strategic growth.Tune in now, because whether you're in Marketing Ops, RevOps, or Demand Gen, this episode offers an expert-led perspective on what it means to qualify, measure, and act on intent in today's B2B environment.Check out our complete toolkit for helping you move from MQLs to MQAs!Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of Ops Cast by MarketingOps.com, powered by The MO Pros, host Michael Hartmann is joined by co-hosts Mike Rizzo and Naomi Liu to explore the role of community within the Marketing Operations profession.What does community look like for Marketing Ops professionals? Why is it more than just networking? And how do different experiences transform what people need from a professional community?To answer these questions, four inspiring guests share their perspectives on how participation turns into meaningful connection, and why building community matters now more than ever.In this episode, you'll learn:What does community mean in the context of Marketing OpsHow local engagement supports growth and confidenceThe impact of community during moments of professional changeHow leaders foster connection, learning, and trustFeatured guests:Leslie Greenwood, community strategist and founder of Chief Evangelist Consulting. She helped launch the MarketingOps.com chapter leader program and focuses on turning participation into belonging.Alysha Khan, Director of Client Services at Intrisphere, founder of Alpaca Consulting, and Chicago chapter lead. She brings experience building momentum through local engagement.Penny Hill, a seasoned marketing executive who joined the community during a career transition. She brings insight into how the community supports reinvention.Ellie Cary, Senior Demand Gen Manager at StarTree and Dallas chapter leader. She offers insight from both learning and leadership roles within the community.Listen in to hear how these women are shaping what community can look like across the Marketing Ops space.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsVisit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you.Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the showEpisode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

„In diesem Q&A ging's richtig zur Sache: Wie kopiert man Shopping-Kampagnen, ohne Google wieder bei null anfangen zu lassen? Lohnt sich Demand Gen überhaupt? Und kann man markierte E-Mail-Adressen als Conversion tracken? Ich gebe dir hier die ehrliche Antwort – inklusive meiner Erfahrungen, was in der Praxis wirklich funktioniert.“ Einmal im Monat beantworte ich in unserer kostenlosen School-Community alle Fragen zu Google Ads, Meta Ads, Automation & KI – live oder als Aufzeichnung. Diesmal gab es gleich drei spannende Fälle, die dir helfen, teure Fehler zu vermeiden. Erste Frage: Ein Teilnehmer wollte seine Shopping-Kampagne kopieren, um die Shopstruktur sauber abzubilden. Klingt logisch – aber was passiert dann mit Googles Lernphase? Ich erkläre, warum du den Algorithmus nicht austricksen kannst, wie Google trotzdem schneller lernt und wann du lieber innerhalb einer Kampagne bleiben solltest, um Performance-Verluste zu vermeiden. Zweite Frage: Demand Gen. Google pusht es gerade wie verrückt. Ich erzähle, warum ich selbst Kunden mit fünfstelligem Budget oft davon abrate – und welche Alternative ich empfehle, wenn du Leads willst, die sich auch wirklich in Kunden verwandeln. Dritte Frage: Kann man tracken, wenn Nutzer nur die E-Mail-Adresse auf der Website markieren und in ihr Mailprogramm kopieren? Klingt clever – ist aber technisch tricky. Ich erkläre, was möglich ist, was nicht, und wo du ansetzen kannst, um trotzdem mehr messbare Anfragen zu bekommen. Wenn du auch mal deine Frage im Podcast hören willst, komm in unsere School-Community. Der Link steht in der Beschreibung.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with Kyle Priest (former CMO, CRO, COO, and President at multiple SaaS firms and agencies) and returning guest Eric Hollebone (President & COO at Demand Lab) to discuss what it really takes for marketing to have a voice at the leadership table. Together, they explore how alignment between marketing, sales, and RevOps creates not only better stories but better business results—and how marketers can shift their mindset to lead strategic growth conversations at the board level.Whether you're in marketing ops, RevOps, or a revenue leader looking to elevate your impact, this conversation is packed with insight on how to connect tactical execution with executive influence.Tune in to hear:Marketing's Role in the Boardroom: Why marketing must go beyond tactics and brand to speak the language of revenue, margin, and predictable growth.Revenue-First Mindset: How aligning on goals, terminology, and KPIs across departments builds organizational momentum and earns trust at the top.The Power of Storytelling: Tips for telling clear, concise growth stories that resonate with CFOs, CEOs, and investors—starting with closed-won revenue and working backwards.Quality of Revenue Explained: Understanding why not all revenue is equal and how marketers can influence strategic customer acquisition that builds long-term value.Practical Advice for RevOps & Marketing Ops: From measuring contribution (not just attribution) to carving out time for strategic insights, learn what actions to take today to elevate your role tomorrow.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with seasoned B2B marketing leader Pratibha Jain, who has spent nearly two decades driving demand, growth, and operational excellence across multiple industries. From cloud computing to HR tech, she's seen—and measured—it all. Together, they unpack how to bridge gaps between marketing, sales, and operations to deliver measurable business impact.Tune in to hear: Why alignment between Marketing Ops, RevOps, and Sales is critical—and how to actually achieve it.Which metrics matter for executives versus your internal marketing team (and why “vanity metrics” still have a place).How to build a unified data and reporting framework to eliminate finger-pointing and drive decision-making.Lessons in event marketing: from planning and execution to post-event follow-up that truly delivers ROI.Practical ways marketing teams can partner with ops to make account-based strategies more effective.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with seasoned B2B marketing leader Pratibha Jain, who has spent nearly two decades driving demand, growth, and operational excellence across multiple industries. From cloud computing to HR tech, she's seen—and measured—it all. Together, they unpack how to bridge gaps between marketing, sales, and operations to deliver measurable business impact.Tune in to hear: Why alignment between Marketing Ops, RevOps, and Sales is critical—and how to actually achieve it.Which metrics matter for executives versus your internal marketing team (and why “vanity metrics” still have a place).How to build a unified data and reporting framework to eliminate finger-pointing and drive decision-making.Lessons in event marketing: from planning and execution to post-event follow-up that truly delivers ROI.Practical ways marketing teams can partner with ops to make account-based strategies more effective.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Cambiar de empresa o asumir un nuevo rol en marketing B2B no es poca cosa —sobre todo cuando se trata de generación de demanda, un área con presión inmediata por entregar resultados. En este episodio, Marina Braojos, Regional Marketing Manager en Generacion de Demanda en Osapiens nos comparte su experiencia al transicionar de una gran corporación a una scale-up, los contrastes más marcados que vivió y cómo logró generar impacto tangible durante sus primeros 90 días. Desde quick wins hasta gestión de stakeholders, este episodio es una guía práctica para cualquier marketer B2B que quiera navegar con éxito un nuevo comienzo.0:00 Intro1:08 Transición de Corporación a Scale-Up2:05  Importancia de la Generación de Demanda7:11  Estrategias y Métricas Clave20:17 Alineación con el Equipo de Ventas26:26  Consejos para los Primeros 90 Días33:37 Conclusión

Google Ads führt spannende Neuerungen ein, die die Kampagnensteuerung und -optimierung erleichtern. Mit der neuen Asset-Vorschau in Pmax könnt ihr Anzeigen-Assets teilen und die Darstellung in verschiedenen Netzwerken überprüfen. Der Channel Report bietet detaillierte Einblicke in die Traffic-Verteilung und Conversions. Für Search-Kampagnen wird ab Juli die AI Max-Funktion ausgerollt, die URL-Optimierung und Text-Anpassung automatisiert. Zudem ermöglicht Demand Gen jetzt die Einstellung eines Target CPC, um Klickpreise gezielt zu steuern. 5 USPs/Key Learnings: Teilen leicht gemacht: Mit der neuen Asset-Vorschau in Pmax könnt ihr Anzeigen-Assets teilen und die Performance in verschiedenen Netzwerken visualisieren. Detaillierte Insights: Der Channel Report liefert umfassende Daten von Impressions bis hin zu Conversions – perfekt für eine präzise Analyse. Automatisierte Optimierung: AI Max für Search-Kampagnen bietet smarte URL-Optimierung und dynamische Text-Anpassung für maximale Relevanz. Kostenkontrolle: Mit der Target CPC-Einstellung in Demand Gen könnt ihr den durchschnittlichen Klickpreis gezielt steuern. Flexibilität und Präzision: Alle neuen Funktionen sind individuell anpassbar, um eure Kampagnen noch effizienter zu gestalten.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with Carissa McCall, Director of Revenue Operations at Liquibase, to tackle one of the most common challenges in marketing and revenue operations: how to balance strategic projects with the unrelenting pull of daily fires and ad hoc requests.Carissa shares a candid and insightful look into her approach to building a sustainable capacity model, prioritization frameworks, and time management practices that empower her lean RevOps team to stay focused, deliver impact, and avoid burnout.Tune in to learn:

Join us in this insightful episode as we reconnect with Andrew Sogn, now serving as the Chief Marketing Officer at Dakota State University. Andrew shares his journey from South Dakota State University to DSU, highlighting the unique challenges and rewarding experiences of transitioning into a CMO role. Discover how DSU's focus on STEM and cyber innovation is shaping its future, and learn about the strategic initiatives that Andrew is spearheading to elevate the university's brand and impact. Whether you're interested in higher education marketing or leadership transitions, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On todays episode, we down with Andy Caron, President of Revenue Pulse, to explore the unexpected intersections of curiosity, attribution, psychology, and the marketing operations profession. Andy shares her non-linear journey from costume design and publishing to marketing ops leadership, revealing how seemingly unrelated experiences laid the foundation for a successful career in MarTech and consulting.We unpack the role of curiosity and "hand-raisers" in MOPS success, debate the nuances and pitfalls of attribution modeling (with a detour through The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy), and dive deep into how understanding human psychology enhances leadership and system architecture. They also explore the evolving influence of AI in marketing operations and what the future might hold for the AI-augmented MOPS professional.Tune in to hear: From Costumes to Campaigns: Andy's unique journey from theater and publishing to MOPS shows how creative roots and adaptability foster systems thinking and leadership in tech.Curiosity as a Superpower: Why the best MOPS professionals are tinkerers, willing to break things and raise their hands to figure it out.42 and Attribution: A humorous yet profound analogy between Douglas Adams' "42" and the complexities—and misinterpretations—of marketing attribution models.The Psychology of Ops: How studying human behavior helps bridge stakeholder needs, build better systems, and influence organizational dynamics.AI in MOPS: Insights into how AI is reshaping the profession, from task automation to agent orchestration—plus why being AI-activated (not replaced) is key to the future.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we sit down with lead scoring consultant Lucas Winter to explore a refreshing, data-first perspective on building lead scoring models—one that challenges the conventional wisdom and AI hype alike. With storytelling flair and practical insights, Lucas discusses how marketers can uncover true buying intent and dramatically improve sales efficiency.Tune in to hear: "Moneyball" Meets Marketing Ops: Lucas applies the Moneyball philosophy to lead scoring—focusing on what actually drives conversions versus what sales or execs think looks good. It's about looking for patterns in customer behavior, not just traditional job titles or industries.AI's Limitations in Lead Scoring: While AI has promise, Lucas outlines how AI-driven models often misinterpret causation (e.g., recommending “retired” contacts) and require human oversight to avoid absurd conclusions.Gold, Silver, Bronze > Arbitrary Scores: Ditch complex scoring ranges like “0-100” and opt for intuitive models like “gold, silver, bronze, junk”—making it easier for sales teams to understand and adopt.Why Gmail Isn't Garbage: Contrary to common assumptions, personal email addresses like Gmail can indicate serious buyers—especially in early-stage startups. But to gain sales trust, these leads must “work harder” to earn high scores.Start Simple, Stay Iterative: Don't wait for perfect data or fall into “overreactive” model changes. Build a solid draft, validate with real outcomes, and evolve based on performance—not opinions.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Visit UTM.io and tell them the Ops Cast team sent you. Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we are joined by Janelle Amos, founder and chief strategist at Elevate Growth, to explore how demand generation and marketing/revenue operations teams can thrive through better collaboration, mutual understanding, and strategic alignment. With a rich background in revenue marketing, advising, and podcasting, Janelle brings powerful perspective and practical tips on fostering cross-functional trust, communication, and shared success.Tune in to hear:How top marketing ops teams stand out by aligning tactical work with broader business goals and communicating their value effectively.The power of curiosity and shadowing—why simply asking questions and observing other teams can drastically improve cross-functional rapport.Why trust is essential and how "disagree and commit" can move collaboration forward even when there's tension or differing opinions.Tips for building productive relationships, including when to use an internal advocate and how to handle difficult conversations with empathy and clarity.How leadership perception and initiative shape success, especially for newer hires aiming to establish credibility and connection.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Struggling with misalignment between your marketing and sales teams? You're not alone. Many organizations face friction when these critical teams operate in silos—leading to missed opportunities, wasted resources, and slower growth.In this webinar, we uncovered actionable strategies to bridge the gap between marketing and sales, ensuring seamless collaboration and revenue growth.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, hosts Michael Hartmann, Naomi Liu, and Mike Rizzo come together for a candid midyear conversation about everything happening in the MO Pros community and the broader Marketing Ops landscape. From membership model updates and upcoming events to fresh research and evolving roles, this chat covers a ton of ground. Whether you're a longtime member or just tuning in, this is your go-to catch-up on where things stand in 2025 and where we're headed.Tune in to hear: Membership Model Shift: Slack access is now a Pro-member benefit—hear the reasoning behind the change and how it's designed to foster trust, safety, and meaningful engagement.MOps Events Update: MOps-Apalooza 2025 is coming in hot—get the dates, location (hello, Anaheim!), and behind-the-scenes insights into the planning chaos (including a $350K food & beverage minimum?!).New Research Drops: The team discusses the new State of Data-Driven Decision Making report, covering data quality, analytics gaps, and organizational maturity.Expanding Roles in MOps: Naomi shares how her role has grown to include BDR teams and sales enablement, highlighting the real-world impact of cross-functional ops leadership.Coming Soon: Cohorts & Community Building: A sneak peek at new initiatives to match members based on roles and responsibilities—connecting peers in meaningful ways.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

In this episode of the Higher Ed Demand Gen podcast, we sit down with Brian Piper, an AI integration consultant and former Director of Content Strategy at the University of Rochester, to demystify the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher education. With a rich background in web development, content marketing, and SEO, Brian shares his journey from recognizing the potential of ChatGPT in 2022 to spearheading an institution-wide AI council and now helping other schools do the same.If you're wondering how to begin implementing AI, Brian argues against simply "squeezing AI into your current workflows". He presents AI adoption as a comprehensive change management project that requires buy-in from leadership to the team level. It's about viewing AI as a collaborator, an "entity" added to your workforce, rather than just a tool for automation. This approach shifts the focus from replacing jobs to enhancing them, emphasizing that human expertise is needed more than ever to guide the technology with the right prompts, use data ethically, and validate outputs to ensure they are strategic and audience-first.Connect with Brian on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianwpiper/

When Jess Gilmartin talks, I listen. If you've been in Silicon Valley long enough, you might have heard of Jess. She's been a full-time CMO, a founder, a startup whisperer, and most recently, one of the sharpest advisors to CEOs I know when it comes to hiring marketing leadership that actually works.In our recent Fireside PM conversation, we went deep on the do's and don'ts of hiring a CMO. While many of my listeners and readers are early- to mid-career product managers, this interview is packed with insight relevant not just to founders and CEOs but to any PM who will eventually be part of a hiring panel, collaborating with marketing peers, or considering their own path to executive leadership.Why Your Company Even Needs a CMOLet's start with first principles. As Jess puts it:“The CMO is the steward of the brand. And brand isn't just your website or ads—it's every interaction a customer has with your company. That includes your support team, your social media presence, your onboarding experience, and yes, your product.”The reason this matters for PMs is simple: we often underestimate the scope and gravity of the brand experience. We build features. We define roadmaps. But we rarely think of the emotional resonance of what we're building.“Part of the job is ensuring consistency and excellence across all these touchpoints,” Jess said. "That also means having the spine to flag when something the product team is doing will degrade that experience."Translation? If you think marketing's job is to "wrap" your product after the work is done, you're missing the point.What Great CMOs Actually Do (Hint: It's Not Just Marketing)One of the biggest wake-up calls for me was hearing Jess talk about the real job of a modern CMO:“When I was a CMO, I had senior leaders under me running product marketing, growth, and comms. I spent most of my time on executive alignment, crisis communications, and internal messaging. I was rarely in the weeds.”That division of labor is a signal. The difference between a head of marketing and a CMO isn't just title inflation—it's scope. A CMO thinks in systems. They think in multi-stakeholder alignment. And above all, they should be one of the CEO's most strategic advisors.Jess broke it down this way:“The biggest mistake founders make is hiring too senior or too junior a marketer for where they are. If you're still pre-product-market-fit, don't hire a head of marketing. You need to be doing that work yourself.”As someone who has worked with a lot of pre-PMF startups, I couldn't agree more. And yet, time and time again, I see companies try to paper over early churn or stagnant growth with splashy campaigns and SEO spend.It doesn't work.Product Managers: Here's What You Keep Getting WrongThere was one part of our conversation where my PM blood pressure rose just a bit. I asked Jess what she does when she's in a cross-functional meeting and the product team is proudly showcasing something... that isn't actually great for the user experience.She smiled:“I try not to have strong opinions on product. That's not my job. But I deeply understand the customer experience. And when I see something that isn't going to land, I raise a fuss. Not all the time—you have to pick your battles—but marketing sees across silos. We're often the ones that spot inconsistencies in the end-to-end experience.”PMs, listen carefully to that last part.We often live in silos—focused on our vertical, our feature, our sprint velocity. Meanwhile, marketing is scanning horizontally, sensing what happens when someone tries to connect the dots. That perspective is invaluable. And if you're lucky enough to work with a CMO or a senior PMM who raises their hand about UX inconsistencies or cross-functional misalignments, treat that as signal, not noise.The Dirty Truth About CMO TenureReady for the most sobering stat of the interview?“Most CMOs last two years,” Jess said flatly.Why? Expectations are sky-high. CEOs want the creativity of Nike, the analytics of Facebook, the virality of TikTok, and the demand gen of HubSpot—all in one human. Oh, and don't forget crisis PR, event strategy, and internal morale-boosting Slack posts.That level of sprawl is untenable.“Marketing is the only function where we expect a single person to be excellent at creative, numbers, product thinking, storytelling, operations, hiring, and analytics,” she said. “It's unrealistic.”So what happens? You hire a CMO for one phase, they nail it, and then two years later the business needs something else. That's not a failure. That's reality.Founders and PM leaders should take note: you're not hiring a CMO to last forever. You're hiring them to solve today's problem exceptionally well.Demand Gen vs. Messaging vs. PMM: Pick Your PoisonThis next insight is gold for any hiring manager:“When hiring a marketing leader, figure out what your biggest problem is. Is it lack of pipeline, weak differentiation, or lack of strategic product alignment? You won't find someone world-class at all three.”Jess described three typical archetypes:* Demand Gen-focused leaders – Performance-oriented, data-driven, often strong in growth loops and paid acquisition but weaker on storytelling or product narrative.* Brand and Messaging experts – They come up through storytelling, design, and content. These are the campaign artists and identity shapers.* PMM-style CMOs – Strong in positioning, go-to-market, launch orchestration, and cross-functional strategy. They see the product and customer journey clearly but may lack deep growth or brand skills.That might be the most important hiring advice in this entire conversation. Every CMO candidate comes from somewhere. What they did before will influence what they do next. The key is aligning that background with your immediate business challenge.If you already have a rockstar PMM but no repeatable pipeline, hire a demand gen-oriented CMO. If you've got leads but they don't convert or your brand is invisible, find a storytelling operator.And if you're a PM moving up the ranks? This is how you should evaluate your marketing counterparts. Don't just ask "are they good?" Ask: are they good at the thing we need most right now?Hiring CMOs: Skip the Case Study, Do the PlanWhen Jess advises founders on hiring a CMO, she doesn't run them through generic behavioral interviews or vague culture fit chats. She makes them present a real plan.“I give them a budget. I give them our current strategy. I ask: 'Show me how you'd spend it and what your plan would be to hit our goals.'”The best candidates, she said, are:* Articulate – They speak clearly, persuasively, and inspire confidence.* Specific – They don't just say "we'll run paid ads" or "we'll increase brand awareness." They tell you how, why, and in what sequence.* Bold – They bring creative energy. One candidate impressed Jess with cheeky, bold challenger messaging that she herself wouldn't have dreamed up.That kind of spark matters. Especially for a role that's supposed to shape how the world feels about your company.Founders: Don't Get Dazzled by LogosPerhaps the spiciest take in the conversation came when I asked Jess about resume signals:“Do not get dazzled by former companies. That senior PMM from Salesforce may not have ever hired a team, built a pipeline, or touched brand messaging.”This hit close to home. As a former Google exec, I know all too well how much people over-index on logos. Jess prefers candidates who have been in the trenches—startup veterans, operators who've hired across functions, people with range.The ultimate test? Jess asks: Did they just run the playbook, or do they know how to build one?Actionable Advice for PMsSo, what should early- and mid-career product managers take from this?* Learn to speak marketing. Understand the difference between PMM, brand, growth, and demand gen. This makes you a better cross-functional partner.* Invite your PMM early. Don't treat them as a launch afterthought. Bring them into ideation, prioritization, and roadmap planning.* Observe how marketing fights. Good CMOs don't just object; they escalate. They build coalitions. Watch how they influence.* Test CMO fit with real-world scenarios. Ask candidates to brainstorm a real strategic decision or messaging conflict. See how they think.* Beware the shiny logo. Ask CMO candidates what they personally owned, who they hired, and what they changed. If you hear too much passive voice, dig deeper.A Final WordIf you're a founder or exec looking to hire your first CMO, I strongly suggest you watch the full interview. And if you're a PM, use this as a lens to reflect on your own career. How well do you understand your marketing counterparts? How would you describe your company's brand? Learn more about Jess here.If you'd like help with your own product leadership journey, I offer 1:1 coaching at tomleungcoaching.com. OK. Enough pontificating. Let's get back to work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit firesidepm.substack.com

Las campañas de demand gen han ganado mucho protagonismo dentro del las estrategías de paid, por lo que hoy le dedicamos un capítulo para ver todo lo que tenemos que tener en cuenta. 0:00 Intro0:11 Miscelánea2:15 Nuestra Semana7:35 PPCCast+13:06 Noticias de la Semana20:57 Tema Principal49:17 Recomendaciones52:29 Canción PPCCCastURL Episodio: https://ppccast.com/podcast/246-campanas-de-demand-genPPCFest: ppcfest.comPPCCast+: ppccast.com/plusPatrocinadoresRaiola Networks: ppccast.com/raiolaData Feed Watch: ppccast.com/datafeedConvertiam: ppccast.com/convertiam

This week on Marketing O'Clock: AI Mode Data is finally here, and we're in (Search) Consolable over the details. Plus, we tell you what you “audio” know about Google's new Audio overviews and Google introduces target CPC bidding for demand gen campaigns. Visit us at - https://marketingoclock.com/

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, we talk with Ahmad Moore, founder of Pressure Marketing, to unpack his unconventional but deeply inspiring journey into marketing operations. From IT help desk roots to sales leadership and now running his own MOps-focused agency, Ahad shares how leaning into empathy, technical curiosity, and a hunger for alignment helped shape his path.✨ Tune in to hear:Why marketing ops is “IT with better branding” — and why that mattersThe underrated power of listening deeply and building an “empathy engine”How cross-functional experience in sales, strategy, and support creates a sharper MOps perspectiveLessons learned from building systems under pressure (literally and figuratively)How Ahad is using AI and HubSpot to scale smarter, not harderEpisode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

In this episode of Demand Gen Studio, we discussed an important topic for modern marketers: which B2B demand generation metrics truly matter. While some numbers may look impressive on paper, not all of them influence strategic decisions.This discussion focuses on distinguishing between vanity metrics and the KPIs that actually drive alignment between marketing, sales, and executive teams—ultimately guiding smarter business decisions.00:00 Intro00:41 Overview of Demand Gen Metrics01:18 Decision-Worthy Metrics for B2B06:25 Vanity Metrics vs. Actionable Metrics13:44 Importance of Pipeline Metrics31:06 Tools for Tracking Demand Gen Metrics38:23 Conclusion

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On today's episode, Mike Rizzo talks with Martin Pietrzak, founder and president of Pinch Marketing, to unpack what Google and others have called “the messy middle” of today's buyer's journey.Gone are the days of the simple, linear sales funnel. Instead, buyers loop through endless cycles of exploration, evaluation, and self-education before they ever talk to sales — if they do at all. Martin shares how marketing ops pros can embrace this new reality by becoming strategic partners who help build flexible data-driven systems that enable real-time insights, better attribution, and scalable growth.You'll hear:Why the messy middle exists — and how buyers' behavior has changed forever.How technology, data, and AI are reshaping go-to-market architecture.The critical role marketing ops plays as the “marketing scientist” in modern organizations.Practical steps to capture buyer signals and turn them into actionable insights.Why marketing ops leaders must think like product managers to architect the GTM stack.Whether you're building your ops career or leading teams through complex martech stacks, this episode is packed with insights you can apply right away.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Google is positioning AI at the center of its advertising ecosystem with substantial changes to search, shopping, and campaign management. The new "PowerPack" approach combines Performance Max, Demand Gen, and AI Max for search campaigns, though questions remain about how these components will work together without cannibalizing each other.• AI Overviews and AI Mode represent massive shifts in search, with Google generating answers directly and using "query fanning" to search multiple queries behind the scenes• Ads will be integrated directly into AI Overviews and AI Mode conversations, changing how users interact with advertising• "Agentic" shopping experiences allow Google's AI to make purchases without users visiting websites, potentially transforming e-commerce• Smart Bidding Exploration allows Google to miss ROAS targets by 10-30% to explore new queries, though the benefit to advertisers remains unclear• New channel-level performance reporting for PMAX provides visibility into which channels and ad types drive results• Enhanced New Customer Acquisition features offer more granular exclusion options for existing and warm traffic• Asset Studio and Product Studio provide new creative tools for building and managing assets• Commerce Media Suite introduces retail media network capabilities, allowing retailers to make first-party audiences available• Three new AI Experts (Ads, Analytics, and Marketing Advisor) aim to provide conversational assistance for campaign managementVisit smarter-ecommerce.com to access resources like our State of PMax report, our brand versus non-brand PMax script, and our new PMax script to help understand channel performance reports.

B2B marketing isn't just campaigns and channels - it's understanding your product like a PMM.In this episode, Tas Bober (Founder at Scroll Lab) shares how realising her weakest link - product marketing - led her to build a lightweight, scalable framework every demand gen marketer can use to bridge the gap, run faster, and never rely on a last-minute slide again.She breaks down:Why most campaigns fail from a lack of product contextHow she built a mini-PMM process from scratchWhy this framework will save you (and your sales team) hoursWhether you're in-house or agency-side, this is your blueprint for becoming a deeper generalist - and making better marketing decisions.

Promoted Pin Placements for Demand Gen Campaigns & More Digital Marketing News | Marketing O'Clock Episode 384 This week on Marketing O'Clock: Promoted Pins officially launched on Google Maps through Demand Gen, offering advertisers a new way to boost visibility with location-based placements. Meanwhile, web creators face a harsh reality—there's no way to opt out of Google using your content for AI features unless you opt out of Google Search altogether. Also, Google clarified how Broad Match works alongside AI Overviews, noting that ads may appear above, below, or within the module—but never in more than one position at a time.Visit us at - https://marketingoclock.com/

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In today's episode,  we talk with Irwin Hipsman, founder of Repititos, to explore the often-overlooked world of customer marketing and the critical role of customer contact data. Irwin shares findings from his recent research report on the state of customer contact databases, revealing why so many organizations struggle with poor data quality and how it impacts customer communications, renewals, and crisis response.Together, they dive into:The definition of customer contact databases and why focusing on individuals—not accounts—is crucial.Key findings from Irwin's research, including an industry-average database health score of just 47%.The importance of cross-functional teams in maintaining healthy customer data.Actionable steps ops professionals can take to assess, clean, and maintain customer data health.Why better customer data translates directly into stronger customer relationships, higher retention, and better crisis management.Whether you're in marketing ops, customer marketing, or revenue operations, this conversation offers practical insights that can help transform your organization's approach to customer data management.Access the customer health score assessment here.Access Irwin's report here.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Unlock the secrets to deeper student connections and boosted enrollment in this episode of the Higher Ed Demand Gen Podcast. We delve into the critical topic of enrollment personalization, drawing wisdom from a past summit featuring higher education experts.Discover how to move beyond surface-level outreach and truly resonate with prospective students. We tackle the ever-present challenges in enrollment marketing and admissions, from navigating enrollment cliffs and optimizing recruitment budgets to effectively launching new programs. Learn how a lack of data doesn't have to be a personalization roadblock, and how smart strategies can overcome staffing limitations.Connect with Carrie Phillips on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriehphillips/

How do you calculate the efficiency of pipeline generation in a B2B SaaS company? Dave "CAC" Kellogg and Ray "Growth" Rike take this metric(s) topic on head first by discussing both the Cost per Opportunity and Pipe to Spend metrics - key to understanding how much investment is required to generate pipeline!During this episode CAC and Growth also touch upon the closely aligned metric of "Pipeline Conversion" which is a critical metric to partner with both the Cost per Opportunity and the Pipe to Spend metrics!If you are responsible for generating pipeline (Demand Gen), responsible for the budget that goes into pipeline generation (Head of Marketing / CMO) or for how efficient new pipeline and the associated New ARR is produced (CFO and CEO) this episode has something for each pipeline generation stakeholder!!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!On todays episode, we talk with Rick Collins, Vice President of Demand Generation at ConnectWise, to explore his unconventional yet inspiring journey from IT to marketing operations and ultimately into executive marketing leadership. Rick shares how he transitioned from managing systems to driving demand, the pivotal career moments that shaped his path, and the leadership lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're early in your marketing ops career or looking to break into leadership, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways on navigating transitions, building trust, and expanding your influence.Tune in to hear:Rick's unique career path from IT and QA into marketing operations and eventually to a VP role in demand generation.How to leverage technical and relational skills to create career mobility within marketing.The importance of curiosity, relationship-building, and challenging assumptions—internally and externally—for leadership growth.Insights into managing through organizational change, including private equity acquisitions and team restructuring.Tips on transitioning from managing ICs to managing other managers, including the importance of communication, presentation skills, and executive alignment.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Já está no ar o novo episódio do Podcast Canaltech! Nesta edição, você confere uma entrevista exclusiva com Gustavo Souza, diretor de Produtos Publicitários do Google Brasil. Em conversa com André Lourenti, redator de apps e internet do Canaltech, Gustavo explica como a Inteligência Artificial está transformando o comportamento do consumidor, remodelando estratégias de publicidade, o fim da jornada tradicional do funil e como a IA está por trás de decisões que você nem imagina. Entre os temas abordados no episódio: O surgimento de novos padrões de consumo impulsionados por IA O fim da jornada tradicional do funil de vendas A ascensão das buscas multimodais por imagem, voz e até música O papel dos modelos de linguagem (LLMs) e suas diferenças em relação à busca tradicional Como marcas, veículos e criadores de conteúdo devem se adaptar a esse novo cenário Gustavo também fala sobre ferramentas como Performance Max e Demand Gen, e como elas ajudam empresas grandes ou pequenas, a criar campanhas mais inteligentes e personalizadas com o uso de dados e automação. Com linguagem acessível e exemplos práticos, o episódio é essencial para quem atua em marketing, publicidade, tecnologia ou estratégia digital, e quer entender o impacto real da IA no mercado atual. E tem mais: Prazo para declarar o MEI em 2025 termina em breve; preço dos celulares no Brasil subiu 88% em um ano; Atos abre 20 vagas remotas em TI para PCDs; picadas de escorpião aumentam no Brasil e investimento em IA deve chegar a R$ 13,5 bilhões em 2025. Este podcast foi roteirizado e apresentado por Fernanda Santos e contou com reportagens de Marcelo Fisher, Vinicius Moschen e Nathan Vieira. A trilha sonora é de Guilherme Zomer, a edição de Jully Cruz e a arte da capa é de Erick Teixeira.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Higher Ed Demand Gen Podcast revisits a webinar on enrollment personalization. The discussion features panelists Allison Turcio, Jamie Brownlee-Turgeon, Angie Cooksy, and Dave Gladson who share their insights on approaching personalization in enrollment marketing communications.   The episode delves into key challenges in enrollment, marketing, and admissions, such as the enrollment cliff, ineffective name buying strategies, launching new academic programs, lack of data for personalization, and staffing and budget limitations.   Panelists explore effective ways to reach prospective students, emphasizing the importance of personalized messaging and relevant content. The discussion also covers strategies for utilizing data to target 1-to-1 communications and creating a sense of personalization at scale.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!The rise of AI tools has dramatically changed the landscape of email marketing and sales outreach, creating both exciting opportunities and significant risks. As Mustafa Saeed, co-founder and CEO of Luella, explains in this eye-opening conversation, many revenue teams are now "scared shitless" about how their reps might abuse these powerful new technologies.When AI-powered automation tools are implemented without proper guardrails, organizations face serious threats to their brand reputation, domain health, and even compliance standing. The problem isn't AI itself, but rather "AI coupled with reckless automation" that floods inboxes with content that lacks genuine value. As email service providers like Google and Microsoft respond with increasingly aggressive spam filters, even legitimate messages from trusted senders are getting caught in the crossfire.The solution isn't abandoning AI but reimagining how we use it. While many AI tools promise to remove humans from the loop, Saeed argues for bringing them back in through thoughtful collaboration between humans and AI agents. This approach combines the best of both worlds—AI's ability to analyze vast datasets and humans' talent for building authentic relationships.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

If you're still asking people to "fill out a form" to book a meeting room—this episode is for you. I'm joined by Miro Miroslavov, CEO and co-founder of OfficeRnD, to talk about why e-commerce is no longer optional for coworking spaces, and how their new Growth Hub is making it easier than ever to meet customer expectations—and convert website visitors into paying members. We cover how consumer expectations have shifted, why friction kills revenue, and how the most successful operators are rethinking their websites and booking flows for today's demand. In this episode, we cover: Why meeting room bookings, day passes, and even small offices need to be available for instant online purchase. The two user personas your coworking website must serve—and how to optimize for both. Why booking friction is leaving money on the table, and how to reduce it. How OfficeRnD's Growth Hub helps operators capture and convert demand in a competitive market. What's changing in demand gen as users move from Google to AI-powered search—and how to stay visible. Miro also shares how operators are already using the Growth Hub to boost bookings and better measure ROI, and what features (like dynamic pricing and deeper CRM integration) are coming next. If your goals include better marketing performance, more bookings, and a more profitable bottom line—you don't want to miss this conversation. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Miro's LinkedIn profile OfficeRnD website Everything Coworking Featured Resources: Masterclass: 3 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Opening a Coworking Space Coworking Startup School Community Manager University Follow Us on YouTube

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Ever wondered why your marketing data isn't delivering the insights you need? The answer lies in what Nicole Alvarez calls "the ugly work" – those essential but unglamorous tasks that create the foundation for beautiful marketing results.In today's episode, Nicole, a Solutions Architect at ClearPivot with a fascinating background in psychology and cognitive science, explains why field audits, permission sets, and process documentation deserve more attention. Drawing from her experience across multiple industries, she reveals how these behind-the-scenes elements enable the exciting, visible outcomes that marketing teams celebrate.We explore a powerful technique for demonstrating the value of data cleanup – building reports with bad data to show stakeholders why investment in data quality matters. When executives see inaccurate reports that don't reflect business reality, they better understand why dedicating resources to "boring" operational work is essential. Whether you're struggling to maintain clean data, communicate the value of operations work to executives, or simply looking to improve your marketing systems, this episode offers practical wisdom from seasoned professionals. Subscribe to OpsCast for more insights on the critical work that happens behind the scenes in successful marketing operations.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

In this episode of the Higher Ed Demand Gen Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Patterson, Founder and CEO of Gaggle, a prominent figure in higher education, largely due to his popular weekly job postings on LinkedIn.   We'll explore the enduring power of relationships in this field and how the connections you make often become both meaningful and long-lasting.   For those looking to optimize their professional strategies, the discussion delves into how LinkedIn can be leveraged not just for networking, but as a powerful tool for job searching and discovering new opportunities. Moreover, we'll uncover effective job search tactics, including why your LinkedIn profile might be even more critical than your resume.   Finally, for higher ed marketers considering a career shift, the episode sheds light on the potential of transitioning into edtech sales, highlighting how skills in relationship building, active listening, and creative problem-solving are highly transferable and valuable in that space.Connect with Jeff Patterson on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffhpatterson/

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Join us as we welcome back Garrath Robinson and first-time guest Sebastian Hidalgo from RevXcel for a deep dive into what it really takes to execute a go-to-market (GTM) strategy effectively today. Spoiler: it's not just about tactics or tools—it's about speed, trust, and team unity.Garrath and Sebastian challenge the old playbook of siloed teams and rigid strategies, and instead offer practical insights into how GTM execution needs to evolve to match buyer behavior and internal team dynamics. From sales being the true face of the brand to using frameworks like STRIKE and SWAT to stay agile, this conversation is packed with hard-earned lessons and bold takes.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Feeling swamped by marketing operations busy work?AI-powered automation can help you reclaim your time — but knowing what's real versus hype isn't easy.In this episode, Tarun Arora, a marketing tech veteran and founder of RevCrew, explains how AI goes beyond traditional rule-based automation by handling tasks that require human judgment. He shares how "agentic AI" systems act like virtual team members — making decisions, managing your tools, and only checking in when needed.You'll hear real-world examples, from inbox management and campaign optimization to audience selection, showing how AI can eliminate busy work and free you up for more strategic projects.Tarun also offers practical advice on where to start: focus on your biggest needs first, test real use cases, and remember — this is just mile one.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

Steve Voith, VP of Revenue Marketing at Kyriba, joins Evan and Steph to talk about his career journey in Demand Generation. Steve discusses his journey from a novice marketer to a seasoned professional, sharing critical insights into the evolution of demand generation and the significant impacts of various learning experiences throughout his professional life. As Steve dives deep into his career milestones, he emphasizes the importance of adaptability and leveraging technology to stay ahead in the fast-paced marketing industry.A pioneer of the Demand Gen title, Steve focuses on the technological advancements in CRM systems and how they redefined lead management and marketing strategies, as well as challenges and opportunities that come with being a demand generation leader in diverse environments, from working in-house to consulting with agencies. Steve highlights the changes in marketing technologies, the need for effective communication strategies, and the importance of using data to drive business decisionsEpisode topics: #marketing, #leadgen, #demandgeneration, #sales, #B2BSaaS, #digitalmarketing ______Subscribe to Stacking Growth on Spotify and YouTubeLearn More About Refine LabsSign Up For Our NewsletterConnect with the guest:Steve VoithConnect with the hosts:Evan HughesSteph Crugnola

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!When your marketing team needs to produce thousands of content pieces each month, the operational challenges can become overwhelming. In this eye-opening conversation with Satej Sirur, founder and CEO of Rocketium, we explore the emerging field of Creative Operations and how it's transforming how enterprise brands manage their content production.Satej shares how his "pet project" evolved into a platform that now helps performance marketers and creative teams work more efficiently together. We unpack the fundamental tension between creative expression and performance optimization - a struggle familiar to anyone who's tried balancing brand guidelines with marketing results.The most fascinating insights come when we discuss what makes creative content perform well. While marketers claim to be data-driven, few have systematically analyzed which creative elements drive results. Should your logo be larger in awareness campaigns? Does showing a product outside its packaging perform better than inside? Most decisions rely on gut feelings rather than data. Rocketium changes this by extracting creative attributes and correlating them with performance metrics to identify winning patterns.For organizations producing high volumes of content (2,000+ pieces monthly) with substantial teams (10+ members) and significant ad spend ($5-10M minimum), Creative Ops solutions offer a way to eliminate repetitive tasks and focus on strategic decisions. Satej emphasizes that technology alone isn't enough - implementing these solutions requires a cultural shift toward data-informed decision-making while still respecting creative expertise.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show

In this episode of Full-Funnel Live, Vlad and Andrei break down how sales can stop blaming marketing for a lack of awareness and inbound pipeline, and take an active role.

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!What does it take to elevate marketing operations from a technical support function to a strategic business driver? AJ Driscoll reveals how understanding product marketing fundamentals transformed his career trajectory from system administrator to co-leader of an entire marketing department.The journey begins with a data-driven approach to validating and refining ideal customer profiles (ICPs). Rather than accepting conventional wisdom about target markets, AJ demonstrates how combining quantitative analysis with qualitative research creates powerful insights that sales teams can actually use. He walks us through his methodology for evaluating historical win rates, customer demographics, and industry trends to identify where businesses should focus their efforts.Most remarkably, AJ shares his unique philosophy on cross-functional collaboration. "My job is to help other people be better at their jobs," he explains, detailing how this service-oriented mindset helped him build relationships throughout his organizations. From creating automated alerts for sales teams to designing ROI tracking systems with finance, these collaborative efforts eventually earned him company-wide recognition typically reserved for top salespeople.For marketing operations professionals looking to expand their impact, AJ offers practical advice on developing business intelligence skills and becoming industry experts. He shares how new AI tools have accelerated the research process, allowing ops professionals to quickly gain domain knowledge that enhances their strategic contributions. The combination of technical expertise, product marketing understanding, and collaborative spirit creates the foundation for a marketing operations professional who can truly drive business success.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations ProfessionalsSupport the show