Scrappy ABM

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby talks with Jessica Fewless, Senior Director of Partnerships and Demand Gen at Inverta, about implementing a successful account-based marketing (ABM) program. They discuss determining the right target audience, segmenting that audience, creating appropriate content, and measuring success.Best Moments:(01:24) Determining the right audience for ABM(04:42) Segmenting the audience for targeted outreach(08:45) Developing content for different stages of the buyer's journey(14:38) Determining the best distribution channels for content(16:48) Evaluating existing content for use in ABM programs(19:52) Measuring success at various stages of ABM programs(22:05) Common roadblocks in implementing ABM programs(24:46) Parting wisdom for building a first ABM programGuest Bio:Jessica Fewless is the Senior Director of Partnerships and Demand Gen at Inverta. With over a decade of experience in account-based marketing, Jessica has been at the forefront of ABM strategy and implementation. She emphasizes the importance of integrating ABM into a broader demand generation strategy and advocates for a patient, long-term approach to seeing results from ABM initiatives.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby dives deep into the world of Account-Based Marketing (ABM), offering practical insights and strategies for B2B companies looking to implement or improve their ABM programs.Best Moments:(00:48) Overview of ABM and its components(01:39) The one-page ABM program exercise(03:09) Mason's background and company introduction(04:08) Definition and breakdown of ABM(07:37) Why ABM programs often fail(10:37) The importance of product-market fit in ABM(14:16) What sales teams want from marketing(20:25) Balancing brand building and sales activation(26:55) Operationalizing ABM partnerships(35:36) The 4D framework for structuring ABM playbooks(46:55) Three stages of ABM implementation(49:34) Mason's personal ABM program breakdown

In this special episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby shares insights from his presentation at the Signal Based Marketing Summit, hosted by Signals. Mason discusses how to stop scaling account-based marketing (ABM) and start stacking buyer signals to create successful ABM programs. He provides practical frameworks and strategies for building effective ABM initiatives without breaking the bank.Key Discussion Points:(00:32) Introduction to the episode and its focus on building ABM programs(01:21) The importance of implementing information learned in the episode(03:24) Definition of ABM and the confusion surrounding various terms(07:48) Three core reasons why ABM programs fail(11:30) The overwhelming number of marketing tools available(14:54) Introduction of the account progression model framework(17:51) Step-by-step guide to building an ABM program framework(24:48) Identifying gaps and optimizing existing programs(26:12) Free resources for further learning about ABMAbout the Signal Based Marketing Summit:The Signal Based Marketing Summit is an event hosted by Signals, focusing on how marketers can listen, interpret, and engage buyer signals effectively. The summit brings together industry experts to share insights and strategies for leveraging buyer intent data to drive marketing success.Note: This episode is a repurposed presentation from the Signal Based Marketing Summit, where Mason was a guest speaker.

In this informative episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby sits down with Pete Lorenco, a seasoned expert from PathFactory, to explore the foundational aspects of setting up and running an effective account-based marketing (ABM) program. They delve into strategies for identifying target accounts, tailoring content to meet specific client needs, and the crucial metrics to track ABM success.Key Moments:(02:48) How to determine and select target accounts for an ABM initiative.(05:52) Best practices for choosing distribution channels to reach the target audience.(11:03) Tips for creating content that resonates with specific accounts.(19:53) Discussing how to effectively measure the impact and success of ABM campaigns.(25:33) Common challenges and unexpected roadblocks in ABM implementation.(30:39) Simplified metrics to evaluate ABM performance without needing advanced tools.Guest Bio:Pete Lorenco is a marketing strategist at PathFactory, known for its robust content insight and activation platform. He specializes in the development and execution of ABM strategies, with a proven track record of enhancing engagement and boosting sales pipelines in diverse market segments. Pete brings a practical approach to integrating ABM tactics with broader marketing goals, providing listeners with actionable insights to optimize their marketing efforts.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby interviews Nick Zeckets, founder of Air Traffic Control, about launching a content-led Account-Based Marketing (ABM) program in just two weeks. They discuss the importance of content in ABM, sources of valuable data, effective distribution methods, and strategies for identifying and filling content gaps. Nick shares practical advice on overcoming common roadblocks and getting an ABM program off the ground quickly and efficiently.Best Moments:(01:21) How content is crucial to ABM programs(05:58) Sources of data for ABM programs(08:26) Effective content distribution methods(12:52) Identifying and filling content gaps(16:24) Common roadblocks in launching ABM programs(19:03) Advice for getting an ABM program off the groundGuest Bio:Nick Zeckets is the founder of Air Traffic Control, a company that analyzes data to understand what content audiences are engaging with. Air Traffic Control helps businesses identify content gaps and create more relevant content for their ideal customers. With extensive experience in content strategy and ABM, Nick specializes in helping organizations launch effective, content-led ABM programs swiftly and successfully.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby interviews Silvio Perez, founder of AdConversion, about using incentives in advertising to book meetings with target accounts. They discuss how to effectively implement incentivized ad campaigns, target the right audience, choose the best incentives, and measure success.Best Moments:(01:17) The premise of offering incentives to book meetings(03:19) Targeting the right audience on LinkedIn(05:15) When to activate incentivized ad campaigns in the buyer's journey(07:05) Best LinkedIn ad types for incentivized campaigns(08:26) Content recommendations for incentivized ads(09:23) Choosing the right incentive (Amazon gift cards perform best)(13:27) Conversion rate expectations and cost per SQL benchmarks(16:19) Getting internal buy-in for incentivized ad campaigns(19:16) Scaling incentivized ad campaigns across channels(22:29) The importance of building a quality target account listGuest Bio:Silvio Perez is the founder of AdConversion, an agency specializing in B2B advertising. With extensive experience in running incentivized ad campaigns, Silvio has tested various incentives across different platforms to discover what works best. He is passionate about helping businesses level up their B2B advertising skills and offers free courses through AdConversion.com.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby speaks with Tylor Jones, Head of Digital Acquisition at SIB, about implementing a successful account-based marketing (ABM) program with limited resources. They discuss how to determine the right vertical to focus on, identify target audiences, develop effective channel mixes and content strategies, measure success, and overcome unexpected challenges during implementation.Best Moments:(01:21) Overview of the ABM program implemented at an HR tech company(02:50) Determining the right vertical to focus on for ABM(06:03) Identifying the target audience within the chosen vertical(08:42) Channel mix and content strategy for the ABM program(14:12) Measurement of success and key metrics for the program(23:34) Unexpected roadblocks and challenges during implementation(27:09) Aligning marketing compensation with sales incentives(31:53) Parting wisdom for those starting with ABMGuest Bio:Tylor Jones is the Head of Digital Acquisition at SIB. With extensive experience in digital marketing and ABM, Tylor has worked with various companies to implement effective account-based strategies. His approach focuses on aligning marketing efforts with sales goals and leveraging existing resources to create impactful campaigns. Tylor is passionate about creating efficient, results-driven marketing programs that contribute directly to revenue growth.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby interviews Alexander Stonehouse, Marketing Director at Forj and board adviser at The Startup Marketer. They discuss Alexander's experience implementing a successful Account-Based Marketing (ABM) program at a 3D printing and CNC machining SaaS company. The conversation covers identifying the right audience, creating engaging content for engineers, leveraging various channels for ABM engagement, and overcoming challenges in ABM implementation.Best Moments:(02:48) Determining the right audience for ABM(05:56) Creating engaging content for engineers(10:28) Best channels for ABM engagement(14:18) Transitioning from educational to sales content(21:39) Leveraging internal company intranets for ABM(23:11) Measuring success in ABM programs(26:21) Overcoming unexpected roadblocks in ABM implementation(28:57) Parting wisdom for building a first ABM programGuest Bio:Alexander Stonehouse is the Marketing Director at Forj and a board adviser at The Startup Marketer. He has extensive experience in implementing successful Account-Based Marketing programs, particularly in the SaaS and manufacturing technology space. Alexander specializes in creating engaging content for technical audiences and leveraging various channels to drive growth and efficiency in marketing efforts. He is also the host of the Brilliantly Wrong podcast.The Startup Marketer is a marketing community built for startups and caters to startup marketers at all levels within seed-, early-, and growth-stage companies, as well as early-stage founders and recent grads/entry-level marketers.SUM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-startup-marketer/SUM Website: https://thestartupmarketer.com/Forj brings the power of community together with the importance of learning all in a single, modern platform.Forj Website: https://www.forj.ai/

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby interviews Scott Logan, SVP of Marketing and Demand Gen at Connex AI, about practical approaches to account-based marketing (ABM) that don't break the bank. They discuss how to find the right audience, involve sales teams in ABM planning, test new markets, align sales and marketing goals, and structure ABM campaigns effectively.Best Moments:(00:25) Introduction to the podcast's focus on scrappy ABM programs(01:55) Finding the right audience for ABM campaigns(07:37) Importance of involving sales teams in ABM planning(10:49) Testing new markets before launching full ABM programs(14:46) Aligning sales and marketing goals and metrics(23:23) Structuring ABM campaigns in 3-6 month sprints(24:59) Breaking down a full ABM program execution strategy(30:58) Using events as conversion points in ABM campaignsGuest Bio:Scott Logan is the SVP of Marketing and Demand Gen at Connex AI. With a background as a salesperson at heart, Scott brings a unique perspective to marketing, focusing on aligning marketing efforts with sales goals. He emphasizes the importance of spending time with sales teams, using the same reporting metrics, and structuring ABM campaigns around tangible events to drive results.

In this episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby interviews Jay Schwedelson, an expert in audience segmentation and marketing strategies. They delve into the importance of targeting specific functions rather than job titles, how to effectively narrow down your target audience, and strategies for distributing content to the right people at the right time.Best Moments:(01:01) Definition and importance of audience segmentation(02:24) Identifying target companies and industries(03:34) Targeting job functions vs. job titles(05:19) Using SIC codes for detailed segmentation(07:26) Leveraging growth indicators for targeting(09:36) Creating content that speaks to your target audience(14:45) Distribution channels and email marketing strategies(17:32) Common mistakes in audience segmentation(19:37) The importance of regularly updating your target account listGuest Bio:Jay Schwedelson is an expert in audience segmentation and marketing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of targeted marketing and leveraging email as a critical communication channel. Jay hosts the podcast Do This, Not That and is passionate about helping marketers refine their audience targeting techniques to improve campaign effectiveness.