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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 special episode of Scrappy ABM, host Mason Cosby joins Dave Gerhardt on the Exit Five podcast to discuss simplifying Account-Based Marketing (ABM) strategies and implementing a signal-based go-to-market approach. This episode is repurposed from Exit Five, where Mason was a guest sharing his insights on practical ABM implementations without the need for complex tech stacks.Best Moments:(01:17) Why ABM is a popular but challenging topic for marketers(05:59) Who should implement ABM strategies(09:41) Differences between ABM and pure play demand generation(15:10) The importance of personalized content in ABM(24:41) The four D's framework for ABM: Data, Distribution, Destination, and Direction(28:57) Benefits of starting with closed-lost and website re-engagement programs(34:29) ABM myths and misconceptions(37:31) The importance of a crawl, walk, run approach to implementing ABMGuest Bios:Dave Gerhardt: Dave is the founder of Exit Five and a former startup CMO. He is a renowned marketing expert and thought leader with extensive experience in B2B marketing, including content marketing, demand generation, and ABM. Dave is known for his practical approach to marketing strategies and hosts the Exit Five podcast, helping B2B marketers grow their careers.Mason Cosby: Mason is the host of the Scrappy ABM podcast and an ABM expert specializing in building effective ABM programs on low budgets. Over the past three years, he has sourced over $8 million in revenue, driving an 18X ROI. Mason runs various ABM-related content platforms, including a podcast, newsletter, website, and a masterclass in partnership with UserGems.About Exit Five Podcast:The Exit Five podcast, hosted by Dave Gerhardt, features conversations with CMOs, marketing leaders, and subject matter experts across all aspects of modern B2B marketing. Episodes cover planning, strategy, operations, ABM, demand generation, product marketing, brand, content, social media, and more, providing valuable insights to help marketers grow their careers.Additional Resources:Listen to the full episode on Exit Five:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicPlayerFMJoin the Exit Five Community: exitfive.comConnect with the Guests on LinkedIn:Dave GerhardtMason Cosby