NexGen CMO Podcast

Join Kelly Hopping as she explores the dynamic world of marketing leadership and the relentless pursuit of sales and marketing alignment on The NexGen CMO Podcast.In candid conversations with both seasoned CMOs and emerging sales and marketing talent, Kelly explores the challenges and triumphs that shape today's marketing landscape and leaders – and the strategic maneuvers that can help propel you to the forefront of B2B marketing. Whether you're a current CMO seeking effective team alignment strategies or a rising demand gen leader charting your career path, The NexGen CMO Podcast delivers actionable insights and innovative perspectives, ensuring you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of marketing trends.

NexGen CMO Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Kelly Hopping, with 41 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kelly Hopping hosts NexGen CMO Podcast, a business show with 41 episodes published.

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  Brian Gladstein on cybersecurity marketing transformation at Tufin

  Oct 1, 202539 minS0

  <p >In this episode, Kelly Hopping sits down with Brian Gladstein, CMO of Tufin, to explore how marketing, data, and customer alignment can drive transformation in a rapidly shifting security landscape. Brian shares his journey from engineer to marketing leader, the lessons he’s learned guiding organizations through disruption, and the pivotal role of trust, transparency, and customer voice in reshaping a brand.</p> <p >From leveraging data-driven funnels to building customer advisory boards and partnering with analysts like Gartner, Brian explains the strategies that helped Tufin pivot from firewall management to broader network security posture management, tripling cloud revenue an...

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  Bruno Bertini's advice on becoming a modern CMO

  Jul 23, 202540 minS0

  <p >In this episode, Kelly Hopping sits down with Bruno Bertini, Chief Marketing Officer at 8x8, to explore what it takes to build an impactful career in marketing and lead with authenticity in today’s tech-driven landscape. Bruno shares how his unconventional journey—spanning customer experience, sales, and marketing—shaped his deep understanding of buyer psychology and organizational transformation.</p> <p >From orchestrating AI-powered brand strategies to leading a company-wide pivot from UCaaS to CX, Bruno offers pragmatic insights on harmonizing long-term brand equity with short-term revenue pressure. He discusses building marketing culture from the inside out, developing nuanced customer messag...

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  Ed Breault on communicating with clarity and leading with curiosity

  Jul 16, 202538 minS0

  <p>Ed Breault, CMO of Malbek, joins Kelly to share his journey from nuclear energy to MarTech to legal tech, and why seeking discomfort fuels his growth.</p> <p>Together they unpack boardroom communication strategies, AI-first mindsets, and the importance of building diagnostic pipelines. With stories of “buzzsaw” boardroom moments and lessons in pacing, Ed offers tactical advice for navigating executive visibility and embracing curiosity-driven leadership.</p>

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  Zarina Stanford on Mission-Driven Authentic Leadership

  Jun 26, 202540 minS0

  <p>What does it take to lead with purpose and drive business growth marketing?<br /> <br /> Zarina Stanford, CMO of Bazaarvoice, joins Kelly to share her journey, the power of being mission-driven, and how presence and engagement shape leadership.<br /> <br /> Together they dive into cross-functional alignment, the art and science of marketing, and offer practical advice for aspiring leaders on finding their voice and embracing agility.</p>

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  Bryan Law on Brains, Data, and Distinction

  May 20, 202535 minS0

  <p>What happens when you blend data, psychology, and storytelling in marketing leadership?<br /> <br /> In this episode, Bryan Law, CMO of SentinelOne, joins Kelly to share his thoughts on just that, while highlighting his journey to the C-suite. Together, they dive into the art and science of impactful marketing, from how testing, emotional resonance, and brand distinction drive results, to the power of storytelling in both learning and brand building.<br /> <br /> Plus, tune in for advice on how to balance speed with thoughtfulness and other advice for aspiring CMOs.</p>

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