Friends with Benefits
Welcome to Friends with Benefits, the business podcast about revenue-generating partnerships.
Not "business time" with friends.
This podcast is for those looking to build professional relationships that last and add tremendous value to your company and maybe even, you personally.
Join hosts Jason and Sam Yarborough, who happen to be married, as they talk with some of the best in the industry.
We will be tackling topics like what good partnerships looks like, how relationships can build immense value for your business, and why even though strategy, pipeline, and growth are the goals, it all comes down to relationships. Let’s face it, business is done person-to-person.
Discover how personal connections transcend the boundaries of business time. Come hang out with us for inspiring stories, actionable strategies, and valuable insights that will empower you to forge meaningful partnerships in today’s competitive landscape.
Because we all know, business time is personal.
Friends with Benefits
41 - Katie Lambert on How to Create Partner Experiences at Scale
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