The B2B Revenue Executive Experience

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory Cotten-Potter speaks with Karla Jo Helms, Founder and CEO of JOTO PR Disruptors, to share her innovative approach to PR that combines crisis management principles with advanced media algorithms to help companies build and protect their market position.

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory Cotten-Potter speaks with Becky Lawlor, Founder and Chief Research & Content Officer of Redpoint, to share proven strategies for creating compelling thought leadership content that drives engagement and builds brand authority in B2B tech marketing.

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory Cotten-Potter speaks with Julie Thomas, President and CEO of ValueSelling Associates, to reveal how entrepreneurs can transform their approach to sales from uncomfortable necessity to confident value creation. What You’ll Learn: How to transition from technical expertise to effective selling without compromising authenticity Why listening and questioning skills matter more than traditional "pitch and present" approaches The four fundamental questions every sales conversation must address to drive meaningful outcomes How to quantify value in a way that resonates with prospects and builds credibility The “Stop Selling > Start Solving” framework for transforming uncomfortable sales conversations into value-driven discussions Why AI will enhance but not replace the human elements of consultative selling Julie Thomas is the President and CEO of ValueSelling Associates and leader of Growist, bringing decades of sales leadership experience to help revenue leaders achieve unprecedented results. A former Gartner executive turned sales methodology expert, Julie has established ValueSelling as an award-winning training provider serving mid-size and enterprise companies worldwide. She is the author of the bestselling book “The Power of Value Selling: The Gold Standard to Drive Revenue and Create Customers for Life” and pioneer of the “Stop Selling, Start Solving” program designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Want to master the art of leading successful tech acquisitions? In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory Cotten-Potter speaks with Alyse Daghelian, CRO at Rocket Software, to explore how she guided a $2.2B acquisition integrating 750+ employees. What You’ll Learn: Why leading with empathy and culture is crucial when integrating acquired teams The "Welcome Home" framework for making newly acquired employees feel valued and heard How to structure intentional face-to-face meetings to build momentum and unite teams around common goals Why data-driven account planning combined with field-level relationships drives successful cross-selling How to maintain cultural values through significant organizational change With a unique background in computer science, engineering, and sales leadership, Alyse brings over 25 years of experience from influential roles at IBM and ServiceNow. Prior to joining Rocket Software, she served as Global VP of Cloud Expert Services at IBM and Senior Vice President of Global Sales at ServiceNow.

What if you could transform your small business into an actual million-dollar machine? In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory Cotten-Potter speaks with Ernesto Mandowski, Founder of The Million Dollar Machine, to dive into why so many entrepreneurs get stuck at the $1M mark and how to break through. Ernesto is a multi-faceted entrepreneur, author, and business consultant specializing in transforming businesses into momentum-driven machines. With over 15 years of experience, including leading the turnaround of a $100 million family-owned steakhouse chain, he has developed deep expertise in helping small businesses harness the power of technology for sustainable growth.

Traditional lead generation is no longer enough—B2B companies must focus on building real, lasting connections. In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, host Cory sits down with Moaaz Nagori, Head of Marketing at ConvergeX Connections, to discuss the shift toward relationship-driven marketing. They explore the rise of B2B influencer marketing, the power of micro-events, and how businesses can create meaningful engagement beyond transactional networking. Moaaz shares best practices for hosting impactful events, measuring the ROI of relationship-building, and balancing short-term wins with long-term growth. His key insight? Only 1-3% of prospects are ready to buy at any time, but nurturing the remaining 97% can unlock major opportunities. Tune in to learn how to move beyond outdated lead-gen tactics and build a marketing strategy for sustainable success.

What do playing 1,000 nights in clubs and running a $100M+ business have in common? According to Lee Benson, everything. In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, we sit down with Lee to discuss how the MIND Methodology can align teams, drive growth, and create unprecedented business value. Lee is a bestselling author, successful entrepreneur, and CEO of Execute to Win (ETW), bringing over three decades of expertise in value creation, leadership, and strategic execution. As the creator of the MIND (Most Important Number and Drivers) Methodology, Lee has transformed numerous organizations by helping them align their actions with core objectives to enhance team performance and drive growth. His impressive track record includes founding eight companies, most notably growing Able Aerospace into a 500-person operation before executing a successful nine-figure exit to Textron. Beyond his operational success, Lee is a trusted advisor leading CEO mastermind groups and shares his insights through his book "Your Most Important Number" and various media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNBC, and Bloomberg.

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, Phillip Swan, Chief Product Officer and GTM at The AI Solution Group, joins host Cory Cotten-Potter to explore the intricacies of GTM strategy, the importance of solving "migraine-level problems" for customers, and how to leverage AI responsibly to solve real-world problems. With a career spanning several decades, Phillip has a rich background in engineering, product management, and sales, having held senior roles at companies such as Microsoft, PCC Wireless, Red Trident, Coterie, Exonome, and LingoAid. His expertise lies in pioneering innovative technologies, especially in the fields of wireless communication and AI.

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, Rebecca Grimes, Chief Revenue Officer at SheerID, joins host Cory Cotten-Potter to dive into her fascinating journey from crime reporter to B2B SaaS leader. Rebecca shares insights on the importance of customer obsession in driving revenue, how to effectively align sales and marketing for sustainable growth, and leveraging storytelling to create meaningful customer connections. With more than 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, Rebecca has deep expertise in GTM strategy and a track record of driving growth for global brands through her leadership philosophy centered on creating meaningful connections between brands and their customers. She also serves as a Fundraising Committee Member for Heart Haven OutReach (H2O) and Board Advisor at Workese and Athlete Foundry, Inc.

In this episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience, Kris Rudeegraap, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Sendoso, joins host Cory Cotten-Potter to discuss the transformative power of gifting and direct mail in sales, the evolving role of AI in customer engagement, and innovative strategies for optimizing go-to-market efforts.

Did you know that only 5% of sales professionals embody the best practices that close high-value deals? Imagine if every seller on your team could perform at that level. That's the vision Usman Sheikh, Founder and CEO of xiQ, is bringing to life. Let's take a closer look at how Usman and his team leverage behavioral science and AI-powered insights to personalize buyer engagement.

While everyone is looking for the silver bullet of marketing, Marketing Max urges us to return to the basics. Why is that? Well that’s how he managed to flip a $2k ad budget into $20k in revenue, so he definitely knows what he’s talking about. Let's see what he had in mind in the latest episode of The B2B Revenue Executive Experience. Max is a serial entrepreneur who built and sold an award-winning 7 figure ad agency, Hell's Creative (acquired by Storia), and he has earned more than 200,000 total followers with marketing content on social media.

We often talk about driving growth and increasing revenue. However, we're not focusing as much on growing ourselves and dealing with stressful situations. Nonetheless, more and more organizations are increasingly recognizing that employee well-being is a key element of productivity, creativity, and overall success. The question arises: What are some of the most effective strategies for a positive work environment and personal growth? To help us with that, we have Lori Saitz, an Employee Well-Being Consultant and the Founder and CEO of Zen Rabbit. In addition to her consulting work, Lori is an award-winning author, speaker, and broadcaster. She also hosts the podcast "Fine is a 4-Letter Word," where she explores themes related to personal and professional growth. Her mission is to combat what she describes as the $650 billion distraction crisis affecting workplaces today.

AI's presence in our lives continues to increase with the potential to transform entire industries. When talking about business revenue, one key area where AI's role becomes increasingly obvious is value management. We were wondering: How can tech companies leverage AI to create value, drive growth, and improve customer experience? To help us with that, we have Craig LeGrande, CEO and Founder of Mainstay. With over 20 years in high tech at top companies like IBM, Accenture, and Cisco, Craig had the privilege of learning directly from leaders in sales, marketing, and product development. As the co-author of Ruthless Execution and Competing for Customer, Craig shares insights into leadership and building strong customer relationships.

The B2B Revenue Executive Experience podcast is going through a major change. After two years and over 100 episodes, Carlos Nouche and Lisa Schnare are taking a break to focus on their roles as Managing Partners. So please welcome your new host, Cory Cotten-Potter, Director of Digital Marketing and Enablement at ValueSelling. However, nothing is going to change. We'll continue diving deep into the strategies and tools that drive B2B revenue growth. From the latest SDR bots and self-service buying to sales leadership tactics, sales, and marketing alignment, as well as other RevOps insights, we'll cover everything you need to thrive as a revenue leader.

Why is there a disconnect between the amount that organizations are investing in sales enablement programs and the yield of success they’re seeing as a result? Why might your strategy be failing, and importantly, what are the solutions? Well, firstly, we have to accept that buyers have changed. The complexities of buyer personas and the crucial need for dynamic, real-time data are things we all need to get our heads around sooner rather than later. James Pursey is here to help us do just that – James is well-practiced boiling down complex business problems, getting teams aligned and driving the change that is needed in a company. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Replicate Labs, an organization that helps sales & marketing teams understand their buyers better through utilization of advanced and dynamic buyer personas.

It’s all possible. In our disrupted and distracted world, change is the new normal. Having a positive mindset and taking positive action is a must. Of course, not without hard work. So then, here's our question for today: How can you become the best possible you, no matter your role? To help us with this today, we have Rob Hartnett, Founder & CEO of Business Performance International. Rob is an award-winning sales and marketing leader, world champion sailor, author of the book It's All Possible, and host of the It's All Possible Podcast.

Building and leading a world-class sales development team is crucial for the success of any organization. A well-functioning team significantly impacts revenue growth, customer acquisition, and overall business expansion. However, creating such a team requires careful planning, effective leadership, and commitment to key principles that drive excellence. Our main question for today: What are some best practices to run a world-class sales development team? To help us with this today, we have Ralph Barsi, VP of Sales at Kahua, an advisor, and an investor.

RevOps is a strategic function within organizations that focuses on aligning sales, marketing, and customer success teams to drive revenue growth and scalability. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of these departments, optimizing processes, and maximizing revenue generation. But how can you leverage RevOps to build a high-growth, predictable, and scalable business? To help us with this today, we have Laura Adint, Operations and Strategy Executive at Raymond James, and Sean Lane, Founding Partner at BeaconGTM, who recently collaborated to release The Revenue Operations Manual.

The rapid advancement of technology, especially in AI, has profoundly impacted all industries and is reshaping the way we work. As AI continues to evolve, the future of work presents both challenges and opportunities. The outdated business playbook must evolve. Success requires a shift in mentality, internal processes, operations, and even values. We were wondering: How is the future of work changing, and how can you adapt to these changes effectively? To help us with this today, we have Mary Shea, Global Chief Evangelist at HireQuotient. With over 25 years in business, Mary has held various roles, including CRO, Analyst, Evangelist, and, most recently, Co-CEO at companies such as Mediafly, Outreach, Forrester, and StartOut.