Ops Cast

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets of Revenue Operations with our special guest, Natalie Furness, founder and CEO of RevOps Automated. Natalie shares her unique journey from clinical operations in healthcare to the world of revenue operations, drawing intriguing parallels between systems designed for patient care and customer relationship management (CRM). With he...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Ready to transform your leadership approach in revenue operations? Our conversation with Dionne Mejer, a trailblazing sales executive, guarantees you’ll learn how to empower your team and master the shift from marketing operations to revenue operations. Dionne candidly shares her journey from being a perfectionist and people pleaser to becoming an...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Embark on a voyage through the dynamic world of marketing operations alongside our esteemed guest, Chris Petko, who brings to the table not just stories but a legacy, including his critical role in the Eloqua IPO. His insights traverse the early days of marketing ops to its present intricacies, providing you with a treasure trove of knowledge on fo...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the secrets of partnership synergy with the astute Will Taylor, your guide to the Nearbound Go-To-Market strategy. As we traverse this new terrain alongside the head of Nearbound Partnerships at Reveal, you'll grasp how to encircle buyers with a halo of trust and value, impacting everything from brand recognition to customer fidelity an...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Have you ever wondered how the lessons learned from managing a theater stage can revolutionize marketing operations? Xander Broeffle, our esteemed guest and the Senior Director of Marketing Operations at CS2, shares his story, one that elegantly weaves together his experiences from a family foster home to the spotlight of stage management and into...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Struggling with the high-stakes demands of marketing ops, I recently found myself reflecting on the immense toll it can take on our mental health. But it's not all doom and gloom; in fact, my latest podcast is a beacon of hope, featuring Andy Mullings of Bluprintx, who joins me to share how feats like the National Three Peaks Challenge can for...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Could the acquisition of HubSpot by Alphabet spell a revolution or a step back for marketing automation? Join Naomi Liu, Mike Rizzo, and myself, Michael Hartmann, as we tackle this burning question. We dissect the ripple effects of such a corporate shake-up, drawing from historical tech giant acquisitions and project what it could mean for the inno...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Ever wondered what ties the vibrant threads of a marketing campaign together? On our latest OpsCast episode, we're thrilled to have Jo Gruszka, the marketing operations wizard behind mo jogruszka, unravel this mystery with us. With a tapestry of experience that spans merchandising to overseeing operational programs, Joe stitches together an en...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Ever wondered what it takes to leave the 9-to-5 grind and shape your destiny in the world of freelance marketing ops? That's exactly what we're unpacking with the dynamic duo behind EMMIE Collective, Lauren Aquilino and Sydney Mulligan. We don't just scratch the surface; we get down to the nitty-gritty of establishing a freelancing b...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Prepare to redefine your marketing game as we join forces with Mark Kilens, the mastermind CEO of TAC, who brings with him a wealth of knowledge from Airmeet, Drift, and HubSpot Academy. Discover a treasure trove of tips for connecting with your audience on a human level, transforming go-to-market strategies that no longer just capture demand, but...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Discover the transformative strategies that are rippling through MarketingOps as I, Michael Hartman, am joined by the astute Mac Reddin, founder of ComSore/Community Club. Together, we tackle the emerging go-to-network models that are reshaping how we think about and execute marketing strategies. We're unpacking the essentials of human-centric...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Embark on a journey through the intricate maze of marketing technology as Frans Riemersma, the brain behind MarTech Tribe, joins us to unravel the threads of hype cycles and their profound impact on the world of marketing innovation. Discover how these cycles mirror psychological models like the Dunning-Kruger effect and Kubler-Ross's grief cu...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Prepare to unlock the secrets of combining Account-Based Marketing with Product-Led Growth as Julie Geller from Infotech Research Group joins us for an insightful exploration into harmonizing these powerful strategies. Our conversation kicks off with Julie's wealth of experience, from pivotal roles in company acquisitions to the forefront of m...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Unlock the mysteries of marketing ops with Rachel Squire, a former math teacher turned marketing maven, making waves in the world of Marketo and data-driven solutions. Our discussion peeks into Rachel's remarkable transition from academia to the forefront of marketing analytics, offering a fresh perspective on the value that a strong analytica...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Explore the transformative power of lean methodology in the marketing realm with Rutger Katz, a luminary in digital strategy and a maestro of marketing technology. With Rutger's rich background in neuroscience and an impressive journey from Capgemini to pioneering consultancy, we dissect the application of lean principles to the fluid and dyna...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In today's episode, we embark on a journey to explore the intricate world of hiring contractors and agencies in the marketing revenue ops space. Inspired by a thought-provoking LinkedIn post, this discussion dives into the nuances and strategic decisions facing leaders today. Our special guest, Jessica Kao, Senior Director of MarTech at CloudF...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In this podcast episode, we delve into the complex world of marketing operations with the expertise of Dani Worthman, Director of Marketing Operations at Headspace. Dani shares her professional journey, which intersects with the critical importance of mental health within the demanding landscape of marketing operations. Her journey, from a backgrou...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Prepare to delve into the transformative world of marketing efficiency with a minimalist approach—an attainable reality we're excited to explore. In this episode, we are honored to have Colton Slauson from Sendoso as our esteemed guest. Together, we navigate the nuanced art of simplification and optimization within marketing operations. Colton...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! This episode is the first of a series we are working on to educate our audience about some emerging Go-to-market approaches, and to provide guidance on how you, as a marketing ops professional, can be an enabler for these GTM approaches.  In today's episode, we will be talking with Justin Gray about Nearbound GTM Strategies. Justin is an award...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In todays episode, we talk about the coming (maybe already here) Martech Supercollision, joined by the one and only Scott Brinker.  Scott has always been fascinated by the intersection of technology platforms and ecosystems and marketing strategy and operations. He has been called the "godfather of martech" by AdAge, has been analyzing ma...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In today's episode, sharing her story is Jenn Steele. Jenn is an entrepreneur, CEO, and founder with a solid track record in the fields of marketing technology and startups. With over a decade of executive experience, Jenn has consistently demonstrated strategic leadership and go-to-market skills that have led to outstanding outcomes. After su...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In this episode, hosts Michael Hartmann, Naomi Liu, and Mike Rizzo,  reflect on reaching a significant milestone of publishing 100 episodes. They discuss their surprise at the podcast's success and its impact on listeners. They highlight the diverse global audience and share interesting statistics about their listeners' locations. The hos...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In today's episode, we talk about the importance of Finance Knowledge for Marketing Ops pros with Jaime Garza, currently Senior Manager, Marketing Operations at SolarWinds . Prior to joining SolarWinds, Jaime has had in-house roles in Marketing Operations, Marketing Program Management and as a founder. He co-founded a company in the real estat...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! Welcome to a special milestone episode of Ops Cast! We're celebrating our 100th episode, and we're thrilled to have you join us on this journey. While there might be more than 100 episodes in our feed, this feels like a significant moment as we approach three years of this podcast adventure. But that's not the only reason we're...

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show! In today's episode,  we talk about Adaptive Personalization with Tony Ferreira, currently Senior Growth Director at WillowTree, a conultancy/agency. He is primarily responsible for the growth of their Adobe Practice area. Tony has 15+ years in technology, marketing, data, strategy, ecommerce, and product ownership experience. Prior to joining...