WHY SaaS Marketing Leaders DON'T LAST! ft Kevin Jaskolka | Hard Corps Marketing Show | Ep 394

What’s the most important marketing metric your company uses to drive growth, and how does it align with your long-term goals? In this new episode of The Hard Corps Marketing Show, I sat down with Kevin Jaskolka, Senior VP of Marketing at Checkmate and an accomplished marketing executive with years of experience scaling SaaS companies. Together, we explored the most effective SaaS marketing strategies for companies at every stage of growth, from early-stage startups to those preparing for an IPO. Kevin discusses the critical milestones SaaS companies need to hit and the leadership needs that evolve as they scale. He shares insights on aligning marketing metrics like LTV (Lifetime Value) and CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost) with broader organizational goals, stressing why these metrics are far more valuable than vanity statistics. We also debunk the myth that marketing leadership tenures need to be short, and Kevin explains how to adapt your marketing strategy as the company grows. The conversation covers several key trends, including the rise of AI in marketing, the ongoing evolution of account-based marketing (ABM), and how SaaS companies can leverage these innovations to stay competitive. Kevin also offers practical advice for marketers and business leaders, discussing how to shift from founder-led sales to a more robust marketing and sales structure. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning through books, podcasts, and white papers to stay ahead in a fast-paced industry. 🎧 Tune in to hear about:The milestones and leadership needs for SaaS companies at different growth stagesWhy LTV and CAC are critical for long-term marketing successHow to adapt marketing leadership as your company scalesThe growing role of AI in marketing and its future impactThe evolution of account-based marketing (ABM) and strategies to optimize itThe importance of continuous learning for staying ahead in SaaS marketing Whether you're just starting your SaaS journey or preparing for IPO, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you scale your marketing efforts, align your metrics, and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving SaaS landscape. 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more expert advice and actionable tips from top marketing leaders! Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-hard-corps-marketing-show/  Connect with Kevin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwjaskolka/Company website: https://www.itsacheckmate.com/ Ways to Tune In:Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hard-corps-marketing-show/id1338838763Amazon Music/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0f4497c6-b402-4cad-9018-1e41b7e8f2bb/the-hard-corps-marketing-showSpotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/1vVLpNI1LssMTiL6KdsamnStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-hard-corps-marketing-showGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1oYXJkLWNvcnBzLW1hcmtldGluZy1zaG93 Hard Corps Marketing is produced and sponsored by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through branded podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/  #SaaSMarketing #MarketingStrategy #GrowthMarketing #AccountBasedMarketing #AIinMarketing #MarketingLeadership #ContinuousLearning #MarketingMetrics #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #MarketingInnovation #MarketingTips #HardCorpsMarketing #Podcast