Episodes
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). Welcome to another electrifying episode of The Marketing Technology Podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the transformative power of sales technology with none other than the trailblazer himself, Reza Vinkes, founder of Nothe. Prepare to be inspired as we explore how to harness technology to not just meet but shatter your sales targets. Get ready to revolutionize your sales...
Published 04/18/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). Today, your hosts, Elias and Mark, are thrilled to introduce an extraordinary guest, Danielle Navas-Brandt, the pioneering force that brought the transformative book They Ask, You Answer by Marcus Sheridan to the Netherlands. Danielle's efforts have ignited a marketing revolution, inspiring professionals to rethink their approach to content and consumer engagement. #### **Why...
Published 04/04/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this compelling episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosts Elias Crum and Mark van Horik engage in a riveting conversation with Charida Dorder, author of the seminal work, AI in Marketing. Dorder takes listeners on an enlightening journey through the inspiration and development of her book, providing a rare glimpse into the intersection of artificial intelligence and...
Published 03/03/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this insightful episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, Elias Crum hosts Arushi Jain, the innovative Marketing Director at Typeface. This dialogue navigates the transformative role of AI in marketing, exploring its myriad opportunities, potential threats, and its undeniable impact on the future of creative professions. This discussion, rich in depth and scope, provides a...
Published 02/18/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). Right off the bat, Hanneke emphasizes the integral role of Sales Technology On getting started with Salestech, she advocates for a measured approach. Introducing tools progressively minimizes the chances of overwhelming the team, fostering better acceptance and seamless transition. Choose a tool that addresses the most immediate need, assess its effectiveness, and gradually...
Published 02/11/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this informative episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, our hosts, Elias Crum and Mark van Horik, sit down with the distinguished guest, Jacob Schermers, a principal at Sales Architects. In a thought-provoking discussion centered on navigating the complex landscape of B2B sales in the age of the self-serving B2B buying journey, they unravel key insights and effective...
Published 02/07/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, the founder of Digital Clarity, Reggie James, provides insight on a range of marketing topics including B2B tech marketing, buyer journey complexities, and the importance of a strategic approach over short-term distractions.   B2B tech marketing has seen significant changes due to increasing touchpoints and more individuals...
Published 01/10/24
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys).   In this dynamic episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, host Elias Crum, Founder of Marketing Guys, engages in an insightful discussion with Janet Nawijn, Head of Marketing at Ormit Talent. The duo delves into the enigmatic world of Gen Z in the marketing realm - dealing with Gen Z as both a marketing target audience and as coworkers in the workplace.   Here are the major...
Published 12/11/23
Welcome to this episode of our Marketing Guys podcast, where Elias Crum is joined by Claudia Pas, both passionate about shaking up the industry with what they call ‘Meaningful Commerce'. Today’s hot topic is about reshaping the approach to sales, pivoting from aggressive tactics to an ethos that embraces treating customers as we ourselves would want to be treated.   We live in an era where reports from respected authorities such as Forrester, Gartner, and McKinsey indicate that buying...
Published 12/07/23
In this enlightening conversation, host Elias Crum (Marketing Guys), chats with Kasper Sierslev, the CCO of Zite, an expert in managing in-house marketing teams. They delve into the intricate pros and cons of in-house marketing, providing comprehensive insight into this crucial subject matter. Drawing from his extensive experience and vast knowledge base, Sierslev candidly explores how the landscape of marketing has transformed over the years and how these changes impact businesses.   To give...
Published 11/24/23
On this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, host Elias Crum (Marketing Guys) spoke with Caspar Thykier, the CEO and co-founder of Zappar. They delved into a fascinating discussion about the company's work on creating accessible QR codes for the blind and visually impaired.  Caspar shared how Zappar's innovative technology helps make QR codes more user-friendly for those with partial or no vision. Instead of traditional QR codes, which rely on visual cues, Zappar's codes use audio...
Published 10/01/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this episode of the marketing technology podcast, we had the opportunity to speak with Csaba Zajdó, co-founder of Optimonk. The topic of discussion was the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for conversion optimization on websites. We explored how AI is transforming the way businesses optimize their websites, and how SMEs can benefit from AI-powered conversion...
Published 09/19/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). On this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, host Elias has a chat with Evan Huck, the CEO of UserEvidence, about the importance of utilizing customer stories in B2B marketing. Evan’s expertise on the matter comes from his experience as a marketer and business owner. During the interview, Evan stressed the importance of crafting a customer narrative and ensuring it...
Published 09/14/23
In this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, Alex Melone and Andrei Marin, two of the co-founders of CodeCrew, shared their insights on email list growth and how to keep your email list healthy.   Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys).   According to Melone and Marin, email marketing is still one of the most effective ways to reach your audience and grow your business. They explained that even though there...
Published 09/05/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this episode, Elias has a chat with Link Brown, partner at Clientsphere. Link helps Swiss companies scale their revenue 2x to 5x in the American market.  Topics we cover: How to grow as an SME in the US and where to start The biggest pitfalls How to do lead gen in the US: regional or nationwide? Organic or paid marketing? Where to start? The Marketing Technology Podcast is...
Published 08/29/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this episode, Elias has a chat with Rasmus Houlind. He's an author, keynote speaker, and Chief Experience Officer at Agillic. He wrote the book 'Hello $FirstName', from which you can download an abstract here. Topics we cover: Different forms of personalization AI and personalization The tools and stack for personalization The Marketing Technology Podcast is brought to you...
Published 08/22/23
"In-Store Digital Signage: The Key to Captivating Customers"   Digital signage is one of the most effective ways to catch customers' attention in a physical store. Whether it's displaying eye-catching visuals or providing interactive product information, digital signage can enhance the overall shopping experience and increase sales. We speak with Paul to explore the latest trends and best practices for creating compelling digital signage content.   "Analytics: Measuring Success with In-Store...
Published 08/15/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). In this episode, Elias has a chat with Bidnamic's CEO, Liam Patterson. He's an expert on Google Shopping and we discuss the following topics: What are the best practices for optimizing product data feeds to improve Google Shopping performance? What bidding strategies and budget allocation methods work best for Google Shopping campaigns? How do I track and measure the...
Published 08/08/23
Welcome to the Marketing Technology Podcast, hosted by Elias Crum (digital strategist and owner of Marketing Guys). The Marketing Technology Podcast is brought to you by Marketing Guys, the #1 Martech agency in Europe.   In today's episode, we have the privilege of having Ryan Sonnenberg, Director of Marketing at SavvyMoney, with us. In this podcast episode, Ryan will be discussing why fintech is special for marketers, which channels work best for fintech marketers, the changed buyer journey,...
Published 08/02/23
Are you struggling with setting the right prices for your IT or SaaS products? Then this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast is perfect for you! Elias Crum interviews Dan Balcauski, the Founder of Product Tranquility, who shares his insights on pricing as a powerful marketing instrument.   Dan explains the services model (SVCS), a comprehensive pricing framework that helps marketers set the right prices for their products. He also delves into the factors that influence pricing,...
Published 07/06/23
In this episode, Elias has a chat with direct marketing consultant John Caprani. He shares tips on how to be successful in writing web copy, especially in B2B. Topics we cover: How to use proven frameworks: AIDA and PAS How to touch on the emotional state of prospects, rather than sharing specs and benefits Examples of companies that have successfully used these frameworks Selling to people without them knowing they are in the sales process LinkedIn John:...
Published 06/27/23
On this episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast, host  Elias Crum (CEO of Martech & Sales tech agency Marketing Guys) speaks with Chris Cupero, the president of LiveRetail. Together, they delve into the world of localized marketing, discussing three valuable tips for marketers who want to make an impact on their local audience. Chris shares 3 tips on how to improve your local marketing; whether you're part of a national chain or a local business owner, the tips have proven to be...
Published 06/21/23
In this enlightening episode, host Elias Crum (CEO of Martech & Sales tech agency Marketing Guys) sits down with Joe Davy, the brilliant co-founder of Banzai, a leading provider of online event marketing solutions. Join us as we delve into the world of data and its crucial role in organizing successful online events. Discover how the parallel between attending soccer matches versus watching them on TV or reading results can be compared to the dynamics of organizing online events versus...
Published 06/14/23
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Marketing Technology Podcast! In today's episode, your hosts Elias Crum and Mark van Horik have the privilege of interviewing Jim Kraus, President of the Buyer Persona Institute. The Marketing Technology Podcast is brought to you by Marketing Guys, the #1 Martech agency in Europe. Jim is a renowned expert in the field of buyer personas and has dedicated his career to helping organizations leverage personas effectively in their marketing...
Published 06/07/23