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Get ready to dive deep into the intricacies of building a content engine for dark social. Chris Walker joins Erik Jacobson, CEO at Hatch, to unpack the essentials of creating compelling and sustainable content that powers your marketing strategy. Chris shares actionable insights on leveraging dark social, unique content strategies, and overcoming the common pitfalls marketers face. He emphasizes t...

Chris joined Pablo on the Product Market Fit show, to talk about scaling growth with the right mindset in marketing. Chris discusses his journey from product manager to founder and CEO of Refine Labs, and now his new venture, Passetto. The conversation provides valuable insights into the zero to one phase of startups, the challenges of scaling a business, and the importance of balanced go-to-marke...

In this week’s event, Chris discusses recent market developments, particularly focusing on Salesforce's Q1 earnings report, and their implications for the B2B tech landscape. He analyzes Salesforce’s unexpected revenue miss and its impact on the SaaS market, providing invaluable insights for go-to-market leaders and individual contributors alike. Chris also shares his unique perspective on how...

Chris Joined Omri Hurwitz to talk about the evolution of his experiences in B2B Marketing. Their conversation goes into the shifts in B2B marketing over the past five years, from lead generation to holistic demand generation, and how Chris's insights have impacted the industry. The past twelve months have brought significant changes in how B2B tech companies are valued and how efficiently they...

Chris Joined Artem Gladkikh, CEO of Signum. Ai, to talk through Chris's career and ideas on go-to-market strategies and AI’s impact on marketing. They give tips for B2B companies on improving marketing and making better decisions with data.  Chris discusses why B2B companies should adapt to current customer online behavior and engagement. He talks about the role of online communities and the n...

From the FounderVideo Podcast: “Chris Walker discusses the average CAC payback period at private SaaS companies, which is between 48 and 60 months. He explains that public SaaS companies have seen their sales and marketing expenditure almost double over the past two and a half years. Private SaaS companies, on the other hand, have seen their CAC payback period increase due to slowing growth rates....

In this week’s event, Chris discusses the intricate world of B2B marketing, sharing his latest insights on content creation, the contrasting objectives of revenue leadership & CFOs, and the transformative strategies for pipeline efficiency. With potent advice and real-world experiences, Chris unpicks the often-misunderstood dynamics between key business departments. The episode begins with a s...

Chris was joined by Peep Laja for an in-depth conversation on messaging. Dedicated to unraveling the significance of target customer insights, the discussion digs into the tangible impact that effective messaging and validation can have on demand generation strategies and sales velocity. This session is a deep dive into the processes and methodologies used in message testing and the resulting abil...

In this week’s event, Chris discusses issues in the B2B tech sector, focusing on go-to-market bloat. He explains that both public and private SaaS companies are seeing slower growth and rising customer acquisition costs (CAC). Chris highlights the need for B2B companies to reevaluate their sales and marketing spending due to a shift towards prioritizing profitable growth. He mentions that there ar...

Chris joined Drew Smith on the Attribution Nation podcast to unravel the complexities of marketing attribution and strategy. The conversation sheds light on the benefits and pitfalls of attribution models within B2B marketing, and Chris articulates his evolving viewpoint on the subject, offering illuminating insights that challenge conventional thinking. Chris shares his journey from the medical d...

Chris joined Justin Norris on RevOps FM to discuss new perspectives on B2B marketing and evolving go-to-market strategies. Chris introduced the idea of 'signals' in marketing analytics to track customer interest throughout the sales cycle. The episode covers differences between signal providers, aggregators, and analytics. Chris explains their roles and possible developments in signal trac...

In the latest episode of "Revenue Vitals," Chris talks through changes in B2B finance and the impact to GTM strategies. He outlines the importance of shifting from growth at all costs to a strategy that emphasizes sustainable, efficient growth. Chris talks through the current landscape; SaaS companies aren't growing as fast as before while it’s becoming more expensive to get new cust...

Chris joined Alan Zhao to talk about the evolution of B2B Go-To-Market tactics. Chris offers an insightful analysis of contemporary, data-oriented go-to-market strategies, emphasizing the essential role of analytics and data-centric decision-making in aligning sales and marketing initiatives with the changing patterns of buyer behavior. Chris provides an in-depth examination of the fundamental tra...

Are skyrocketing CAC, decreasing LTV, and over-spending on ineffective demand generation tactics causing bloat in your go-to-market engine? You're not alone 👀 Go-to-Market teams across tech and other sectors are grappling with these issues, and it's time to take control. From this recording you'll gain valuable insights on how to navigate the complexities of GTM bloat and emerge with...

In this week’s event, Chris starts by sharing his vision for 2024 as a pivotal year for mid-market companies, with a focus on the economic viability and the pivotal shifts expected in the market. He elaborates on the intricate financial benchmarks, like the Rule of 40, which can signal tough times for companies with negative growth rates. He further emphasizes the importance of optimizing go-to-ma...

Chris joined the Podcast Gurus to talk about creating content and its power in the B2B space. They cover the challenges of B2B marketing and highlight important factors for growth and scalable demand gen programs. Chris discusses the common mistakes in marketing strategies and emphasizes the importance of data for insights. He talks about practical tactics and corrects wrong ideas about marketing...

Chris was joined by CS2’s Crissy and Charlie Saunders to do a deep dive into Marketing Operations to support measurement of Demand Strategies and Programs. They discuss key requirements to set up a measurement framework to measure the effectiveness of demand programs including pipeline sources and how to think about funnel tracking. They also answer audience questions.  If you want to have a conve...

In this week’s event, Chris provides detailed information on the financial strategies of B2B companies and the problems associated with excessive go-to-market (GTM) strategies. He leads listeners through topics including demand generation marketing, company growth, and the excessive spending on sales and marketing known as GTM bloat. Chris clearly explains the current market situation and advises...

Chris joined Steffen Hedebrandt live on LinkedIn to discuss what matters this year, and how it’s changed from past years. They discuss the latest breakthrough in AI-powered demand generation tools, offering a glimpse into the innovative solutions crafted at Refine Labs and Passetto. The talk pivots around essential changes in B2B marketing strategies, where Chris uncovers how building a vibrant co...

Chris joined Jake live in the Austin studio to record an episode of the Pusching Limits Podcast to discuss B2B marketing strategies. They cover his background, his relocation to Austin, and explore his take on go-to-market strategies, content creation, and how sales and marketing departments are changing. Chris underlines the necessity for businesses to adjust their strategies due to B2B buyers in...

In this week’s event, Chris tackles the evolving financial dynamics within B2B SaaS and tech companies. He delves into the substantial shift in valuation metrics applied to these organizations and explores the consequent pressure this places on their go-to-market expenditures, particularly in sales and marketing. With a strong emphasis on becoming a business-savvy executive rather than remaining c...

Chris joined the GTM Mavericks podcast to dive into the evolving landscape of B2B go-to-market strategies, highlighting the significance of signal-based selling and analytics. As a keen observer and influencer of market trends, Chris shares his experiences and introduces Passetto, a company combining technology and services to help businesses interpret data confidently. The conversation uncovers t...

Chris delivered a keynote at this spring’s Qualified Pipeline summit. The event kicks off by diving into Chris's motivation for transitioning from the services industry to starting a software company offering GTM strategy as a service. The discussion offers a prime opportunity for businesses to comprehend the challenges and patterns that can dictate success in digital demand. Chris shares a ca...

In this week’s event, Chris takes a detour from tactical topics and presents an in depth examination of his journey as an Entrepreneur. Inspired by the 5 year anniversary of starting Refine Labs, Chris reflects on the ups and downs he has experienced, what he would redo or change, and how his successes and struggles have influenced his future goals. If you want to have a conversation with Chris an...

Chris joined Jolie Shapiro on the first episode of Revenue Mind Podcast. Chris opens up about his journey as an entrepreneur, discussing the pressures of revenue leadership and the importance of a supportive company culture. They explore tough questions about balancing high performance with mental well-being and how empathy can redefine leadership and spur growth. The conversation covers practical...