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E54: Why are more CMOs becoming CROs?

Apr 28, 2024
Kathleen Booth, SVP of Marketing and Growth at Pavilion, discusses the rise of CMOs transitioning to CROs. The conversation touches on marketing-sales alignment, 6sense's cease and desist letter, the FTC rule banning noncompetes, and the importance of gaining sales experience for marketers looking to transition to the CRO role.
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  • Importance of marketing-sales alignment in transitioning to CRO role.
  • Significance of experience and transition paths from CMO/CCO to CRO position.

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Discussion on the Evolution and Definition of the CRO Role

The podcast episode delves into the evolving role of Chief Revenue Officers (CROs) and the uncertainty surrounding its definition and responsibilities. There is a lack of clear standards in the industry on what a CRO should oversee, leading to ongoing debate among professionals. The discussion highlights the importance of alignment across various functions and the need for a comprehensive approach from website visitation to customer retention.

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