CMOs Unscripted

The real advantage is shrinking the time between signal to decision to action. That’s where marketing shifts from reactive to truly real-time and proactive!

There is a misconception that competitive advantage in marketing comes from having more data. In reality, it comes from Ingesting, processing, analyzing and modeling and acting on data faster. In my conversation with @DenisePersson , CMO of @Snowflake , one point becomes clear: Latency is now the enemy. Because in a real-time environment: Insight has a shelf life Opportunities are perishable Delays compound This is why leading marketing teams are redesigning their data layer in the age of AI. Not to report on the past— but to inform decisions in the present. The shift is significant as are the opportunities: From analytics to operational intelligence and visibility For more insights: @CMOs_Unscripted" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@CMOs_Unscript…

I had the honor of being a guest on the CX Podcast!! Transparency First - Trust with any brand is razor-thin, and it’s even thinner, more fragile in the AI era. I joined Brooke Sellas on the Social Media CX Podcast she hosts and we double clicked on the fact that, today, consumers aren’t just asking what your technology does. They’re asking how and why, and if you don’t answer upfront, transparently, they’ll fill in the blanks themselves. The Ring Super Bowl ad example says it all: a feel-good moment quickly turned into concerns about mass surveillance. IMO, the fix wasn’t the issue; the timing was. Transparency and accountability are not nice-to-haves anymore. They’re the foundation for every single brand! In an AI-driven world, trust cannot be built after the fact. It must be built from the very first interaction! Watch the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=S8nfxp… @BrookeSellas @HelloBSquared #AITrust #ResponsibleAI #AITransparency #DigitalTrust #EthicalAI #ConsumerTrust #TechEthics #AIAccountability #TrustInTech #BrandTrust #FutureOfAI #AIGovernance #TechLeadership #AIConversation

Meta's AI ambitions are starting to show up across its entire business. @NPetallides turns to how the company could surpass Google in digital ads as early as this year, as AI‑powered tools are boosting engagement and driving stronger performance on short‑form video. Meanwhile, Meta is reportedly building a digital version of CEO Mark Zuckerberg to engage directly with employees — and just last week it unveiled a new flagship AI model called Muse Spark. Amid all this AI talk, analysts see $META shares heading higher, with an average price target of about $857 — roughly 36% upside from Friday’s close. For more market news, tune in at: SchwabNetwork.com/?CID=SM:Twitte…

"By the time it hits the news… we may have been on it for months." On this episode of the AU, CrowdStrike's Jared Myers breaks down supply chain attacks, post-intrusion tactics & how we track threats before they go public. ▶️ crwdstr.ke/6018B6Iwt8

Big shift happening: Marketing measurement isn’t broken, but it's definitely evolving, fast. What used to feel like precision is now modeled approximation in an AI-driven world. The edge isn’t in the dashboard anymore. It’s in how you interpret the signal from the noise.

One of the most important marketing conversations happening right now is not about channels or content. It’s about measurement integrity in the AI era. In my discussion with Kipp Bodnar, CMO of Hubspot, we unpack a structural issue: Marketing measurement systems were built for a world that no longer exists. A world where: Journeys were linear Touchpoints were trackable Attribution was directional truth Today, that environment has massively evolved. What used to look like precision in dashboards has become modeled approximation in today's AI landscape. The opportunity isn’t to abandon measurement. It’s to evolve how it’s interpreted in the age of AI. 🎧 CMOs Unscripted — Kipp Bodnar (05:10–05:50) youtube.com/watch?v=we34sA… @kippbodnar @HubSpot @lisamartinmedia

In my conversation with @NetApp CMO @GabieBoko, I learned that “Unleash Genius” is not just messaging. It’s a signal of where the market is going, from tools to ecosystems, from features to outcomes. And, in my experience, I know first-hand that shift requires a completely different level of alignment across product, partnerships, and storytelling. If you’re thinking about where your own strategy needs to evolve, the video is worth a watch. Curious what others see here. Des this resonate with how your org is positioning value right now?

NetApp's “Unleash Genius” is so much more than a brand campaign. But it’s actually a strategic positioning. What this signals is a shift away from selling products… to enabling outcomes across an ecosystem. Because the future of data isn’t about isolated tools—it’s about: Connected platforms Integrated partnerships Shared intelligence across systems And most importantly, it’s about helping organizations actually use their data and extract business value from it—not just store it. The interesting move here isn’t more sponsorships or louder marketing. It’s deeper integration. Better storytelling. And clearer articulation of value. For marketing leaders, this is the evolution to watch: From promoting capability → to orchestrating possibility. Watch the Full Episode Here: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @NetApp @GabieBoko @lisamartinmedia

One of the things I love about this episode featuring @GabieBoko is that data isn’t just something companies just manage anymore. It has transformed into an asset brands must activate. For CMOs, the "now" opportunity is turning data into a true growth driver, not just a reporting layer!

For years, companies focused on where their data lives. That’s no longer enough. The real question now is: How is your data moving—and how is it shaping your business model? This shift is subtle, but it’s massive. Because when organizations start to think about data as: Dynamic (not static) Operational (not just analytical) Foundational (not supportive) It changes how they compete. What stands out here is the reframing of infrastructure from a backend function to a business growth driver. And for CMOs, this matters more than ever. Because the ability to extract value from data isn’t just an IT conversation—it’s a customer experience, personalization, and revenue conversation. Watch the Full Episode Here: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @GabieBoko @lisamartimedia @NetApp

Sports might be the most visible proving ground for AI and data innovation—but it’s far from the only one. What’s happening across brands like F1 and the NFL is really a preview of what’s coming for every data-intensive industry. Because at its core, this isn’t just about sports. It’s about scale, speed, and complexity of data. The same challenges exist in: Healthcare → patient outcomes + data volume Financial services → risk + real-time decisioning Manufacturing → efficiency + predictive systems Sports can makes it easier to see. For marketers and operators, the insight is clear: If you can understand how data is being activated in high-performance environments, you can start to reimagine what’s possible in your own industry. This isn’t a vertical shift. It’s a cross-industry transformation. Watch the Full Episode Here: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @GabieBoko @lisamartinmedia @NetApp

AI is accelerating what’s possible in marketing—but it’s not the differentiator. The real advantage is being built underneath it. What stood out here isn’t just the vision for AI-driven personalization or real-time decision-making in sports—it’s the reminder that none of it works without an intelligent data infrastructure. We’re entering a phase where: AI generates scale But infrastructure determines impact And in industries like sports, where moments matter, the brands that win will be the ones who can translate data into real-time, personalized storytelling at speed. The takeaway for marketing leaders: If your data strategy isn’t evolving alongside your AI strategy, you’re building on unstable ground. Watch full episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @GabieBoko @lisamartinmedia @NetApp

AI is accelerating what’s possible in marketing—but it’s not the differentiator. The real advantage is being built underneath it. What stood out here isn’t just the vision for AI-driven personalization or real-time decision-making in sports, it’s the reminder that none of it works without an intelligent data infrastructure. We’re entering a phase where: AI generates scale But infrastructure determines impact And in industries like sports, where moments matter, the brands that win will be the ones who can translate data into real-time, personalized storytelling at speed. The takeaway for marketing leaders: If your data strategy isn’t evolving alongside your AI strategy, you’re building on unstable ground. Watch the full episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @GabieBoko @lisamartinmedia @NetApp

Guys, it's live!!! The killer ep of CMOs Unscripted featuring the awesome #CMO of @NetApp @GabieBoko! You will learn a TON from this on how to build mega brand partnerships with your customers that make a global business impact! Tune in to hear how Gabie and #NetApp transformed their customer, the @NFL, into a brand partner! Oh, and there's more! Thank you, Gabie, for dropping some serious wisdom on this episode!

What does data intelligent infrastructure have to do with the Super Bowl? More than most people realize. Behind every NFL game is a massive real-time data environment — video feeds, biometrics, security systems, fan experiences, and analytics operating simultaneously under intense pressure. In this episode of CMOs Unscripted, NetApp's CMO Gabie Boko explains how the company transformed a long-standing customer relationship with the NFL into a strategic brand partnership. The goal wasn’t just visibility. It was proving that their technology can power some of the most data-intensive moments on the planet. And in a world where AI is producing more content than audiences can consume, Gabie shares why the future of marketing isn’t just about publishing more. It’s about creating moments people choose to pay attention to. Inside this conversation: • Why AI is reshaping the economics of marketing attention • How sports partnerships can translate complex technology into powerful stories • The difference between sponsorships and true brand partnerships • Why authenticity is becoming an operational requirement for modern CMOs If you’re a marketing leader navigating the AI era, this episode offers a powerful perspective on how brand, storytelling, and technology intersect. Watch the full episode of CMOs Unscripted now: youtube.com/watch?v=4qzfZl… @GabieBoko @NetApp @lisamartinmedia

Cannot wait for this episode of CMOs Unscripted to drop tomorrow featuring the wisdom and insights from @NetApp CMO @GabieBoko ! Sneak peek: Gabie talks about the shift more CMOs need to be thinking about: AI is exploding content supply, but attention isn’t growing. So the question becomes: "How do you stand out when everyone has the same tools?" Gabie's answer is so simple: stop competing in the feed and start showing up where attention already exists. Live sports, cultural moments, and shared experiences! Tomorrow on the pod you'll learn how and why NetApp’s partnership w/ the @NFL and @49ers are stellar examples of this! If you’re rethinking your strategy for an AI-saturated world, this episode is worth your time!

One of the most under-discussed shifts happening in marketing right now is this: AI is expanding content supply faster than audience attention can grow. Every organization is producing more content. Every platform is accelerating distribution. But human attention remains fixed. That creates a new strategic challenge for CMOs: How do you differentiate in an environment where everyone has the same tools to generate content? Gabie Boko’s answer is surprisingly simple. You stop competing solely in the digital content feed. Instead, you connect your brand to environments where attention is already concentrated. Live sports. Shared cultural moments. Experiences people actively choose to participate in. For NetApp, that meant turning an existing customer relationship with the NFL into something much bigger: a partnership that demonstrates how intelligent data infrastructure powers one of the most complex live events in the world. The result isn’t just visibility. It’s credibility. Because when your technology performs under the pressure of a global sporting event, the story becomes impossible to ignore. This episode of CMOs Unscripted is a playbook in how modern B2B brands can rethink attention strategy in the AI era. Don't miss the episode tomorrow! Get the first look here: @CMOs_Unscripted" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@CMOs_Unscript… @GabieBoko @lisamartinmedia @NetApp

@via_marketing_ That is exactly one of the key questions companies should answer when talking with their customers. IMO, no data infrastructure company does this better than @NetApp thanks to @GabieBoko

@CMOs_Unscripted Infrastructure without strategy is just expensive plumbing. What's driving your tech stack decisions?

@CMOsUnscripted" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@CMOsUnscripted One of the most interesting marketing conversations I’ve had recently wasn’t about campaigns. It was about infrastructure. In this episode of CMOs Unscripted, I sat down again with NetApp CMO Gabie Boko to unpack something most people completely miss when they watch the NFL. When we watch a game, we see touchdowns, halftime shows, betting odds updating in real time, and millions of fans sharing the experience across devices. What we don’t see is the reality behind it: A modern stadium operates like a live data center. Every game generates massive streams of video, security feeds, player data, fan interactions, and operational systems — all happening in real time. And that’s where NetApp comes in. But what fascinated me most about this conversation wasn’t the scale of the technology. It was the marketing strategy behind the partnership. Gabie shared a perspective every CMO should think about right now: In a world where AI can generate endless digital content, attention is becoming the scarcest resource in marketing. Sports is one of the last environments where millions of people are fully present — emotionally and collectively — in the same moment. NetApp didn’t approach the NFL partnership as a traditional sponsorship. They approached it as a proof point for their brand narrative. Not a logo placement. Not a media buy. A moment where their technology powers one of the most complex live events on the planet. The lesson for marketers is powerful: The strongest brand stories aren’t manufactured. They’re demonstrated in the real world. When your technology shows up in high-stakes moments — and works flawlessly — the credibility writes itself. That’s the kind of marketing that opens doors with customers, analysts, and partners. And in an AI-driven content economy, those real moments are what cut through the noise. Great conversation with Gabie — and a fascinating look at how infrastructure, sports, and storytelling intersect. Watch the full episode of CMOs Unscripted to hear the full story. Full episode drops tomorrow! Tune in to hear the complete conversation with @GabieBoko and discover how @NetApp is turning invisible infrastructure into visible, unforgettable brand moments. Don’t miss it — your next marketing insight might just come from the gridiron. #CMOUnscripted #B2BMarketing #BrandStrategy #SportsMarketing #DataInfrastructure #AIart @lisamartinmedia