Partnership Mastermind Podcast

In this episode of the Partners of Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie speaks with Jay McBain, chief analyst at Omdia and a leading voice in tech partnerships. Jay shares his journey from IBM to industry thought leader, offering sharp insights into the future of ecosystems, the power of key influencers, and how AI is reshaping everything from enterprise data to talent development. Whether you're...

In this episode of The Partnership Mastermind Podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Dave Rogers, an accomplished B2B SaaS partnership leader, to reveal what it really takes to build and scale high-impact partner ecosystems. From account mapping and co-selling frameworks to scalable playbooks and cross-functional alignment, Dave shares the systems and strategies that turn partnerships into reve...

Michael Haswell joins the Partnership Mastermind Podcast to share how he’s scaled partner ecosystems from zero to a billion in revenue. From brokering game changing deals at Google to leading global partnerships at Auctane, Michael reveals how to earn executive trust, avoid common partner pitfalls, and drive meaningful results. He also shares why curiosity, operational rigor, and storytelling are...

The Partnership Mastermind podcast delivers a powerhouse episode featuring Andrey Lipattsev, a pioneer in Google's ecosystem engineering efforts. Host Chris Lavoie guides listeners through Andrey's journey from search quality to global partnerships, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to alliance building. Andrey shares candid reflections on his biggest lessons, including the c...

In this insightful episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Tyler Calder, CMO of PartnerStack, to unpack the secrets behind building a successful partner program and driving growth through strategic marketing. With over 5 years at the helm of PartnerStack's marketing efforts, Tyler shares candid stories of both triumphs and challenges in scaling the company's...

In this illuminating episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Bob Moore, co-founder and CEO of Crossbeam, to explore the evolving landscape of B2B partnerships and ecosystem-led growth. As one of the most influential figures shaping how modern GTM teams approach ecosystems, Moore offers invaluable insights into building and leveraging partner networks. He rec...

In this powerful episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Rachel Collie, Director of Technology Partnerships at Unanet, for a masterclass in product-led partner strategy. Rachel shares her journey from accidental partnership professional to respected industry leader, offering candid insights on evaluating partners, aligning with product teams, and knowing whe...

This episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast features an in-depth conversation with John David Klausner (JD), a veteran in the world of partnerships and international GTM strategies. Host Chris Lavoie guides listeners through JD's impressive career trajectory, from his early days at Yotpo to his current role at Loop Returns, where he's spearheading global expansion efforts. JD shares candid...

The latest episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast features an eye-opening conversation with Alexis Petrichos, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystem Marketing at Chili Piper. Host Chris Lavoie explores Alexis's unique career trajectory and the strategies that have made him a standout leader in the partnerships space. From building a partner program from scratch to turning integrations i...

In this captivating episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Phil Roireau, a trailblazer in SaaS partnerships and current co-founder and CEO of Consio. Phil shares his journey from being one of Gorgias' largest customers to spearheading their partnership program, which became one of the most admired in the SaaS industry. He reveals how he scaled the business...

In this insightful episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Levoie sits down with Christina Flaschen, CEO and founder of Pandium, to unpack the intricacies of SaaS partnerships and integration strategies. As a veteran in the tech partnership space, Christina shares her wealth of experience in building and scaling integrations for SaaS companies. The conversation delves deep into t...

In this episode of Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Christi Williams, Principal Partner Marketing Manager for Partner GTM Enablement at HubSpot. As an experienced operator who has been on both sides of the marketing development funds (MDF) table, Christi shares her journey from IT consulting and digital marketing to leading ecosystem go-to-market strategies at one o...

In this illuminating episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Kait Stephens, the visionary founder and CEO of Brij. Kait shares her journey from Harvard Business School to building one of the most ecosystem-minded companies in e-commerce. She dives deep into the trillion-dollar "black box" of retail data and how Brij is revolutionizing the way brands connect...

Chris Lavoie sits down with Greg Portnoy, founder and CEO of Euler, to unpack the secrets of successful SaaS partnerships. Greg, a veteran with over a decade of experience in building partnership programs, shares his journey from selling TVs at Best Buy to revolutionizing the partnership management space. The conversation delves into Greg's motivations for creating Euler, a groundbreaking platform...

Chris Lavoie sits down with Kelly Sarabyn, Director of Tech Partner Programs at HubSpot, to unpack the intricacies of successful SaaS partnerships. Kelly, with her unique background spanning Yale Law, marketing, and now leading one of the top tech partner ecosystems, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. The conversation dives deep into the often misunderstood world of tech partner programs,...

In this insightful episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast, host Chris Lavoie sits down with Rob Moyer, head of Global partnerships at Gong, to unpack what actually works in B2B partnerships. Rob brings a wealth of experience, having scaled ecosystem revenue from $100 million to over $1 billion and built GTM channels at Microsoft. The conversation dives deep into modern partnership strategie...

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