The AI Advantage: Unlocking the Power of Data Science in Marketing With Jon Morra of Zefr
Release Date: 06/07/2024
Revenue Engine Podcast
Nick Naso is the Chief Revenue Officer at Recurly, a leading subscription management and billing platform that helps businesses automate and optimize recurring revenue operations. With over 15 years of experience in the software and technology industry, he has built high-performing teams and led strategic initiatives to drive significant growth. Before joining Recurly, Nick served as Chief Revenue Officer at Cayuse, where he led the global sales organization and helped the company achieve record revenue growth through new customer sales and geographic expansion. In this episode…...
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Patrick Ferdig is the Founder and Principal Consultant at The Power of Partnering, a firm dedicated to helping B2B technology and service providers build and scale effective partner-led growth strategies. With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, Patrick specializes in developing partner programs — including reseller channels, integration marketplaces, and referral networks — that drive revenue and innovation. His approach is grounded in five core principles: trust, alignment, collaboration, accountability, and facilitation, which he applies to help organizations...
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Mark Stiltner is the Senior Director of Content and Web Marketing at Rapyd, a global fintech company that simplifies and advances commerce by providing integrated payment and fintech solutions across over 100 countries. With a background in advertising and journalism from the University of Colorado Boulder, he has led creative and brand strategy initiatives across multiple industries. Prior to joining Rapyd, Mark held leadership roles at agencies like Karsh Hagan and Market Creation Group, where he developed award-winning campaigns and drove brand growth. At Rapyd, he oversees content strategy...
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Bethany Prettyman is the Senior Director of Marketing Operations at Huntress, a cybersecurity company specializing in managed detection and response solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. With a robust background in strategic operations, she leads initiatives that enhance marketing efficiency and drive growth. Bethany's leadership ensures that Huntress's marketing strategies effectively communicate the company's mission to protect underserved organizations from cyber threats. In this episode… The traditional B2B marketing funnel might be doing more harm than good. In an era of complex...
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Ronnie Manning is the Chief Brand Associate at Yubico, a global cybersecurity company renowned for inventing the YubiKey, which offers phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication solutions. With over 20 years of experience in agency and corporate communications, he has focused on public relations and marketing strategies to bring new technology products to market. Prior to joining Yubico, Ronnie held positions at Raytheon/Websense and Edelman Public Relations. At Yubico, he has been instrumental in promoting the adoption of hardware-based authentication solutions and advocating for enhanced...
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Kerry Rana is the Senior Director for Digital Marketing and Experience at ExtraHop, a cybersecurity company specializing in AI-based network intelligence. In this role, she built a robust digital marketing team that drove a $48 million opportunity pipeline, achieving a 3X return on investment. Prior to ExtraHop, Kerry served as Director of Bank Partnerships and Marketing Strategy at Bottomline Technologies, managing relationships with seven banks and developing targeted marketing campaigns. In this episode… Understanding the motivations behind complex B2B purchasing decisions can be the key...
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Dave Minifie is the Chief Marketing Officer at Terakeet, a company that specializes in connecting brands with their audiences throughout their online journey. With a diverse background in healthcare, consumer goods, and marketing tech, Dave's journey from the US Marine Corps to corporate America showcases his adaptability and leadership skills across a multitude of industries. In his current role, Dave focuses on helping brands articulate their purpose and navigate the evolving landscape of digital marketing — including the impact of AI on consumer behavior and search engine dynamics. In...
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Alex Gluz is the Founder and CEO of Digital Marketing at T.A. Monroe Digital, an agency that specializes in helping B2B and SaaS companies perfect every step of their sales funnel. With years of experience in the industry, Alex has created systems and frameworks for scalable, profit-driving B2B digital marketing strategy, framework, and execution that ensures a return on every dollar spent. Alex is also the host of the Revenue Engine Podcast, a show highlighting the top leaders in technology and marketing. In this episode… The landscape of B2B SaaS marketing is more complex than ever, with...
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Alex Gluz is the Founder and CEO of Digital Marketing at T.A. Monroe Digital, an agency that specializes in helping B2B and SaaS companies perfect every step of their sales funnel. With years of experience in the industry, Alex has created systems and frameworks for scalable, profit-driving B2B digital marketing strategy, framework, and execution that ensures a return on every dollar spent. Alex is also the host of the Revenue Engine Podcast, a show highlighting the top leaders in technology and marketing. In this episode… Businesses often struggle to balance growth with the increasing...
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Katrine Rasmussen is the Chief Marketing Officer at Pixelz, a leading provider of professional image editing and retouching services for fashion brands and retailers. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing, Katrine has navigated roles in B2C and B2B environments, specializing in enterprise marketing strategies, account-based marketing, and community building. In this episode… Building a winning strategy in enterprise B2B marketing takes more than just quick wins or short-term gains — it demands patience, precision, and a deep understanding of your audience. How do successful...
info_outlineJon Morra is the Chief AI Officer at Zefr, a company specializing in ad tech platforms and brand safety in the world of “walled garden” platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. With a background in biomedical engineering and a PhD in biomedical engineering, his academic journey took him from Johns Hopkins to UCLA. Jon then transitioned from academia to founding his own startup, Medical Vision Systems, and subsequently moving into the ad tech industry through roles at eHarmony and Zefr. His expertise lies in machine learning, and he's driven by the need to understand content categorization from a brand's perspective.
In this episode…
Artificial intelligence is transforming the marketing landscape, enabling brands to connect with their audience in more meaningful ways. How can businesses harness the power of AI and data science to drive marketing success?
According to Jon Morra, a leading expert in AI and data science, the key lies in understanding and utilizing the vast amounts of data available. He highlights the importance of developing a representative dataset to train AI models effectively. By ensuring that the dataset accurately reflects the diverse scenarios a business might encounter, companies can build more reliable and effective AI solutions. This approach not only enhances the precision of marketing strategies, but also boosts overall business performance.
In this episode of the Revenue Engine Podcast, host Alex Gluz sits down with Jon Morra, the Chief AI Officer at Zefr, to discuss how AI is revolutionizing marketing. They explore how to validate AI use cases to drive business value, the impact of generative models on creative processes, and the importance of responsible AI practices. Listen in to gain valuable insights on leveraging AI to unlock the full potential of your marketing efforts.