Friends with Benefits

41 - Katie Lambert on How to Create Partner Experiences at Scale

April 25, 2024 Sam and Jason Yarborough
41 - Katie Lambert on How to Create Partner Experiences at Scale
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Friends with Benefits
41 - Katie Lambert on How to Create Partner Experiences at Scale
Apr 25, 2024
Sam and Jason Yarborough

In this episode, Jason and Sam chat with Katie Lambert, Director of Partner Marketing and Enablement at HubSpot. The conversation delves into the multifaceted role of partner marketing, exploring its ambiguous nature and diverse responsibilities. Katie shares insights on how her team manages partner communications, events, and co-marketing efforts, emphasizing the importance of creating a shared vocabulary and understanding within the partner ecosystem. The discussion also covers the strategic aspects of partner marketing, such as aligning partner interests with company goals and the significance of executive engagement in nurturing partner relationships. Katie's approach highlights the importance of treating partners as extensions of the company, ensuring they are well-informed and engaged, which she believes is key to fostering successful partnerships and driving mutual growth.

Episode Highlights:

➕Katie's Unique Approach to Partner Marketing

➕Keys to Creating a Successful Partner Program

➕The Power of Community in Partnerships

➕Hubspot’s vision for the Future


Show Notes

In this episode, Jason and Sam chat with Katie Lambert, Director of Partner Marketing and Enablement at HubSpot. The conversation delves into the multifaceted role of partner marketing, exploring its ambiguous nature and diverse responsibilities. Katie shares insights on how her team manages partner communications, events, and co-marketing efforts, emphasizing the importance of creating a shared vocabulary and understanding within the partner ecosystem. The discussion also covers the strategic aspects of partner marketing, such as aligning partner interests with company goals and the significance of executive engagement in nurturing partner relationships. Katie's approach highlights the importance of treating partners as extensions of the company, ensuring they are well-informed and engaged, which she believes is key to fostering successful partnerships and driving mutual growth.

Episode Highlights:

➕Katie's Unique Approach to Partner Marketing

➕Keys to Creating a Successful Partner Program

➕The Power of Community in Partnerships

➕Hubspot’s vision for the Future