Stop Selling, Start Helping: Derek Weeks On Building Unfair Mindshare

In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Derek Weeks, CMO of Katalon, discussing his extensive background in B2B software and marketing. Derek emphasizes the importance of purposeful marketing, community engagement, and building trust with audiences. He shares insights from his experience creating the All Day DevOps community initiative, the role of empathy […]
Fluency, Elimination, and the Unicorn on Your Shelf: Jon Barnes’ Field Guide to Modern Marketing

This episode of Beyond the Brief features Jon Barnes, a marketing author, top speaker, and strategist with a diverse background in automotive design, theology, and marketing. Jon shares his journey of self-discovery through creativity, the importance of cultural influences, and the impact of education on his marketing approach. He discusses the art of writing, personal […]
Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Michael Callahan’s Mantra for Growth

In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Michael Callahan, CMO of Salt Security. They discuss Michael’s unique career path from engineering to marketing, the importance of mentorship, and the value of embracing failure in the workplace. Michael shares insights on the evolving landscape of tech marketing, emphasizing the need for authenticity and […]
Growth, Tech, and Human Insights: Ryan Torresan’s Playbook for Peak Dental Services

In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Ryan Torresan, CMO of Peak Dental Services. Ryan shares his journey from a marketing background in automotive to the dental industry, discussing the evolution of Peak Dental Services and the role of dental support organizations (DSOs). He emphasizes the importance of consumer convenience in choosing […]
Paul Roehrig on Leading With Humanity: Culture Eats Code for Breakfast

In this episode of Beyond the Brief, Chris Perkins interviews Paul Roehrig, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Ascendion. They discuss Roehrig’s diverse background, the future of work, the importance of a client-centric culture, and how technology can be leveraged to enhance human life. Roehrig emphasizes the need for a human-centric approach in technology and […]