Ops Cast

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Embark on an adventure through the landscape of MarTech consulting with the guide extraordinaire, Bryan D'Andrea. Swap the predictability of agency life for the thrill of carving your own independent path as Bryan, a San Diego-based consultant, joins us to share the twists and turns of his professional journey. Courtney and Grant sit down with...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Discover the transformative journey of Julz James, a celebrated Marketo champion, as she unveils the secrets to a thriving career in the MarTech consulting world. Her story is not just a narrative; it's a roadmap for marketing professionals aiming to pivot their careers with finesse and strategic prowess. From her inaugural steps in the indust...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Imagine stepping into the ring of professional wrestling and how it could transform your approach to the corporate world. That’s precisely what happened to Devin Leshin, a marketing technologist at Microsoft, whose journey from wrestling fan to wrestling performer has left a lasting impact on his career. Devin shares how his passion for wrestling,...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets of data management in marketing operations with Adrianna Shukla, Director of Demand Generation at Snowplow. Join us as Adrianna shares her expertise on constructing a robust operational backbone that ensures data accuracy and actionability, a crucial element for any marketing strategy. Discover the art of aligning data collection...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Join us as we engage in a dynamic conversation with Nick Araco, the visionary CEO and founder of the CFO Alliance. What if finance roles were not just about numbers but also about building community and collaboration? Nick sheds light on his journey in creating a safe and interactive space where finance leaders are empowered to connect, debate, and...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Joining us today is Chris Golec - a serial entrepreneur - who is currently Founder & CEO of Channel99, a company that leverages AI to help companies improve B2B marketing programs and invest in growth. Prior to Channel99, Chris has been active advising CEO's and marketing executives, investing in start-up's, and supporting various phi...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Today we are joined by Sangeetha Parsan and Mary Wallace from Informa to talk about the lessons learned from rolling out a CDP at a global enterprise organization. Sangeetha is Vice President, Professional Services at Informa. She has been in IT leadership in various capacities at Informa for several years. Prior to Informa, she was part of IT proj...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Joining us today to talk about establishing Marketing Technology as a tool for business impact is Mirko Roettgers. Mirko is General Manager at Triggerfish, a global marketing technology agency based in Brisbane, Australia. Mirko is an experienced senior leader who helps implementing marketing and technology solutions that align to organisational st...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Join us as we sit down with Johnny Rodgers, one of Slack's original employees. During his time at Slack - from the beginning until post-acquisition - Johnny wore several hats. Earlier this year, he and some other former early employees started sharing some stories about the early days (and beyond) of Slack. You can read those and subscribe for...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In todays episode, Michael Hartmann talks with Eric Hollebone, President and CEO of DemandLab, a notable figure in the marketing and operations sphere with extensive experience in digital marketing and a robust background in engineering. They delve into the convergence of art and science in marketing, emphasizing the increasing need for a scientifi...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Can the latest ABM technology truly revolutionize your marketing strategy, or is there more beneath the surface? Join us on this compelling episode of OpsCast as we sit down with Jessica Fewless and Andrea Frazier to explore the oft-misunderstood world of Account-Based Marketing. Jessica brings a rich tapestry of experience from her unique career j...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Embark on a journey through the dual worlds of Tom Keefe—by day, a dedicated Director of Marketing Operations at Engagio; by night, a savvy MarTech consultant with an entrepreneurial spirit. This episode peels back the layers of moonlighting in the marketing tech space, as Tom generously shares his playbook for balancing a full-time career with the...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Ever wondered how transitioning from restaurant operations to sales can shape an executive career? Meet Stephanie Valenti, our guest who has navigated this unique path with remarkable success. In this episode, Stephanie shares her journey from managing restaurants to leading sales teams and eventually holding executive roles across diverse industri...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Embark on a journey through the world of MarTech consulting with us, Courtney McAra and Grant Gregorian. Together, we peel back the layers of our industry, revealing the triumphs and trials that come with the territory of being consultants. Tapping into our personal stories, you'll hear firsthand the challenges we've faced and the exhilar...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets of effective project management with Blaine Tetterton, who brings her wealth of experience from theater management to marketing and revenue operations. Blaine's journey is nothing short of fascinating, and in this episode, she shares how skills honed from managing the chaos of the stage have seamlessly translated to her curr...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! What motivates a seasoned lawyer to swap legal briefs for bed linens? Tune in as we sit down with Vivian McCormick, the brilliant co-founder and CEO of Wilet, a Canadian linens and bedding company. Vivian takes us on her transformative journey from the legal world to entrepreneurship, sharing profound insights about her time as in-house counsel at...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Can marketing operations truly be considered a part of traditional marketing, or does it stand as its own unique discipline? Join us in this thought-provoking episode of OpsCast as we explore this question from multiple angles, diving into the essential roles and responsibilities that define marketing operations. Hear from Mike Rizzo as he delves i...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! On today's episode, we talk with returning guest Raja Walia, Founder and CEO of GNW Consulting. With over 20 years of experience, Raja shares his journey from solopreneur to leading a 16-person marketing operations agency. He also introduces a new framework designed to help marketing and revenue ops professionals articulate their value and nav...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! On today's episode, we walk with Jeremy Steinbring, Founder of RevOnyx, a Revenue Operations agency. Prior to starting RevOnyx, Jeremy led a Salesforce practice at another consultancy. Before that, he held several leadership roles in GTM & Product at companies focused on CRM, Salesforce, Hubspot and other platforms. He has also held busine...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In today's episode, we talk with Asher Mathew, Co-Founder and CEO of Partnership Leaders. Partnership Leaders is a private network built to elevate the role of partner teams in their companies. Prior to Partnership Leaders, Asher held senior leadership roles in partnerships and GTM,  including roles at Demandbase, Avalara and LeanData.   Tune...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets of AI's role in transforming search marketing with insights from Adi Abdurab, Senior Marketing Content Manager at KodeKloud. Explore how AI has evolved from the rudimentary visions of the 1970s to the cutting-edge large language models like BERT, Lambda, and MUM, which enhance our interactions with search engines. Adi and Mi...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Ever wondered what it takes to transition from a corporate giant to a nimble startup? Join us as we sit down with Rosalyn Santa Elena, the visionary founder and Chief Revenue Operations Officer of The RevOps Collective, who shares her compelling journey from finance and product marketing into the dynamic field of revenue operations. Rosalyn unveils...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets to mastering marketing analytics with insights from Shivani Bhatt! As the Director of MarTech Solutions and Analytics at CloudFlare, Shivani shares her incredible journey and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. From building marketing ops teams at S&P and Adobe to addressing the critical gaps in understanding analytic...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets to community-led and partner-led growth with insights from Asher Mathew, co-founder and CEO of Partnership Leaders. Discover how fostering spaces for sharing best practices can drive collective learning and growth, and why building mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders is crucial for a thriving business. We'll...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Could customer marketing be the secret weapon your B2B SaaS company needs to thrive in today's noisy marketplace? Join us for a compelling conversation with Mark Organ, the CEO of Categorynauts and the brilliant mind behind Influitive and Eloqua, as we uncover the pivotal role of customer marketing. Mark reveals why marketing to existing custo...