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The Revenue Lounge

Team Nektarnektar.ai

The Revenue Lounge podcast is a series of candid conversations with leaders in the revenue operations space. The aim is to humanize the discipline with real-life field insights that explore different facets of this critical go-to-market function.The podcast covers stories from leaders across RevOps, Sales, Customer Success, GTM, Data and Marketing about what drives these functions and what advice they would share with our listeners. With 3 seasons recorded, the podcast currently features 50+ enterprise leaders in the B2B SaaS domain. Tune in to hear from the best in the business.

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Episodes

Crafting a Data-Driven Customer Journey Roadmap ft. Cinthia Silva

This conversation delves into how to design and execute a data-driven customer journey roadmap that delivers real results. From segmentation and risk mitigation to leveraging customer health indexes and developing actionable playbooks, we'll explore strategies for crafting a roadmap that leads to stronger relationships, increased upsell opportunities, and sustained revenue growth.

Oct 09, 202437 minSeason 3Ep. 25

Crafting a Data-Driven Customer Success Strategy ft. Sam Slevin

This episode explores how to align your customer success efforts with the reasons customers chose your product in the first place, ensuring that every digital touchpoint reinforces their decision. And joining us today is Sam Slevin. Sam is the Global Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Alphasense. His expertise lies in delivering dynamic revenue growth for both emerging and established companies through Account Management and Client Facing capabilities

Oct 02, 202448 minSeason 3Ep. 24

30-60-90 Day Guide to Building a High-Impact RevOps Engine ft. Hassan Irshad

This episode dives into a comprehensive 30-60-90 day guide to building a high-impact RevOps engine. We'll explore the critical phases of setting up the foundation, auditing and optimizing the tech stack, designing scalable processes, and ensuring alignment across sales, marketing, and customer success teams. Our guest is Hassan Irshad, who is the Director of RevOps at FEVTutor. As a RevOps leader, Hassan has lead and built the next-gen RevOps engine for high-growth companies. He has experience i...

Sep 25, 202449 minSeason 3Ep. 23

Scaling RevOps in High-Growth SaaS: Key Strategies for Success ft. Josh Pudnos

As companies scale, maintaining alignment across revenue-generating teams while adapting to rapidly changing market demands can be a complex challenge. Operational efficiency and cohesive GTM strategies are crucial for staying ahead of the competition, but scaling revenue operations in this environment often presents unique hurdles. This episode explores the critical strategies and insights needed to successfully scale RevOps, from overcoming operational challenges to implementing the right tool...

Sep 18, 202437 minSeason 3Ep. 22

Scaling GTM with a Data-First Mindset ft. Roee Hartuv

As organizations strive to meet increasing demands and stay competitive, the importance of leveraging data becomes paramount. Adopting a data-first approach is not just a trend; it's a necessity for organizations aiming to optimize their revenue operations and drive sustained growth. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of a data-first methodology, exploring the key components that make it successful. We'll discuss the concept of a "Revenue Factory" and how Bow-Tie Metrics can revoluti...

Sep 04, 202439 minSeason 3Ep. 21

Strategic Revenue Operations: Harnessing Data for Maximum Impact

As organizations strive to optimize their revenue funnels, harnessing data effectively becomes a game-changer. RevOps teams are at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging data to drive growth, manage risks, and identify shortfalls within the revenue process. However, integrating data from various sources and ensuring its cleanliness remains a significant challenge. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of strategic Revenue Operations and explore how RevOps can harness data for ...

Aug 21, 202440 minSeason 3Ep. 20

Decoding the Buying Groups Model: Strategies for Success ft. Evan Liang

B2B buying is never just one person. According to Forrester Research, more than half of global business buyers purchase in complex buying scenarios that include more people, more departments, and generally higher price points. And this group can be made up of 7 to 20 people! Unlocking the power of buying groups is a crucial aspect of the B2B landscape. Join us as we uncover the strategies, insights, and best practices that constitute a comprehensive guide to mastering the dynamics of buying grou...

Aug 07, 202439 minSeason 3Ep. 19

Driving GTM Scalability with GenAI ft. James Underhill

GenAI has the potential to revolutionize revenue generation, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. However, harnessing its full potential requires a mature and well-prepared GTM data foundation. In this episode, we explore the critical role of GenAI in scaling successful GTM strategies. We discuss the current state of GTM data readiness, the challenges organizations face, and the best practices for building and implementing effective GenAI applications. And our guest is James Underhil...

Jul 31, 202456 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Scaling RevOps: Strategies for Enterprise Success ft. Shantanu Mishra

As organizations grow, the need to optimize revenue processes becomes essential for sustaining and accelerating business growth. It’s critical to know the strategies that can be employed to build and expand a RevOps team within the large enterprise, the skills required for success, and the main components of an effective operating model. In todays episode, we will discuss these topics and the best practices for leveraging tools and technologies, the importance of metrics and KPIs, and the challe...

Jul 24, 202442 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Empowering Customer Success Through Data & AI ft. Aditya Vasudevan

Customer success teams often grapple with the challenge of transforming vast amounts of customer data into actionable insights. How is data and AI revolutionizing customer success, empowering teams to enhance customer satisfaction and drive long-term loyalty? Let’s find out. In today’s episode we have set out to uncover strategies to effectively leverage data, automate customer journeys, and identify growth opportunities, helping you elevate your customer success efforts to new heights in this d...

Jul 17, 202429 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Data Science & Business: Partnership to Drive Better Decisions ft. Elliott Star

In the current business climate, data science is no longer just about generating insights; it's about fostering smarter decision-making through powerful applications and close collaboration between data teams and business leaders. Today we'll explore how data science leaders can move beyond traditional roles to create impactful, application-driven solutions that empower business teams to make better, data-informed decisions. Joining us today is Elliott Star. Elliott is the head of data science, ...

Jul 10, 202444 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Forecasting Strategies at Different Company Sizes ft. Keith Rabkin

This episode unpacks the complexities of forecasting and predictability in different sized companies. We discuss the unique challenges and expectations faced by revenue leaders in each context, and explore effective strategies to reduce deal slippage and enhance revenue predictability. Additionally, we touch on the importance of a customer-centric approach and how it influences forecasting and revenue operations across different organizational structures. Joining us today is Keith Rabkin. Keith ...

Jul 03, 202440 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Driving an Inbound-Led Outbound Motion ft. Adam Robinson

In this episode, Adam Robinson. CEO of Retention and RB2B talks about an issue we are all struggling with. No matter the size of your company, which is the abysmal reply rates that our team’s face when trying to generate pipeline, and why outbound B2B is broken. With all the popularity in the market right now around signal and intent based selling, Adam’s company, RB2B, is taking on some of the big Intent platforms with a differentiated approach, and based on the early success he’s seen in such ...

Jun 19, 202442 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Unlocking the Power of Buying Committees ft. Nandini Karkare

In today’s business environment, B2B buying is never just one person. According to Forrester Research, more than half of global business buyers purchase in complex buying scenarios that include more people, more departments, and generally higher price points. And this group can be made up of 7 to 20 people! Unlocking the power of buying committees is a crucial aspect of the B2B landscape. Join us as we navigate through the realms of Revenue Operations (RevOps) and uncover the strategies, insight...

May 01, 202431 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Data-Driven Strategies to Prevent Customer Churn ft. Mahesh Motiramani

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 11 ft. Mahesh Motiramani, Head of Enterprise Customer Success at Workato Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/maheshmotiramani/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the...

Apr 23, 202440 minSeason 3Ep. 11

How to Retain and Expand Customers with the Self-Serve Motion ft. Navneet Loiwal

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 9 ft. Navneet Loiwal, Co-Founder and CEO at Coefficient Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/navneetloiwal/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-lounge/id16...

Apr 17, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Creating a Strategic Partnership Between Sales & Customer Success ft. Jagroop Gill

The alignment between Sales and Customer Success has become more crucial than ever. How can Sales and Customer Success teams work hand-in-hand to not only acquire customers, but also ensure their long-term satisfaction and loyalty? And how can they leverage data and insights to contribute towards a sustainable revenue growth strategy? This episode unravels the secrets to creating a seamless collaboration between these two departments. And joining us today is Jagroop Gill. Jagroop is the Director...

Apr 10, 202440 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Improving Customer Experience by Knowing your Data ft. Steffen Hedebrandt

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 8 ft. Steffen Hedebrandt, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Founder at Dreamdata Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenhedebrandt/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podca...

Apr 03, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Improving Sales Forecasting with RevOps ft. Navin Persaud

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 7 ft. Navin Persaud, VP of Revenue Operations at 1Password Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/navinpersaud/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-lounge/id...

Mar 27, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 7

How RevOps Can Partner With Sales to Drive Forecast Accuracy ft. Kevin Mulrane

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 6 ft. Kevin Mulrane, VP of Sales at BioCentury Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmulrane/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-lounge/id1645044872 E...

Mar 20, 202429 min

Using AI to Supercharge RevOps with Stephen Smith

The age of AI is here. Artificial intelligence has entered every function in a business. And revenue operations is no different. AI in RevOps can help elevate the function and help businesses prevent several revenue leaks. So what are the ways in which AI can make the RevOps function more efficient and effective? We have Stephen Smith joining us today. Stephen is the former Vice President of RevOps at Daily Pay. He is currently the CEO of The RevOpz Group. He has been helping companies drive top...

Mar 13, 202435 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Eliminating Friction from the Buying Process ft. Mary Grothe

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 4 ft. Mary Grothe, CRO at PNI-HCM Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marygrothe/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-lounge/id1645044872 Episode Details:...

Mar 06, 202449 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Raising the Bar for RevOps Strategy and Planning ft. Dana Therrien

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 3 ft. Dana Therrien, Vice President Revenue Operations and Sales Performance Management (SPM) Advisory Practice at Anaplan Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danatherrien/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcas...

Feb 28, 202431 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Essential Strategies for Mastering RevOps ft. Colin Gerber

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 1 ft. Colin Gerber, VP RevOps & Strategy at Socure Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinsgerber/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-lounge/id1645...

Feb 21, 202433 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Empowering B2B Revenue Teams With Actionable Insights ft. Saima Rashid

The Revenue Lounge Podcast - Season 3 Episode 1 ft. Saima Rashid, SVP Marketing & Revenue Analytics at 6Sense Episode Guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/saima-rashid/ Episode Host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-likas-323241/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://bit.ly/3nJHmRA Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-revenue-...

Feb 14, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 1

RevOps VS SalesOPS: Key Differences ft. Lorena Morales

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 13 of The Revenue Lounge Podcast by Nektar.ai - A series of interviews with top Revenue Operations leaders on what drives the function and what keeps them going! Episode Guest - Lorena Morales https://www.linkedin.com/in/moraleslorena/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://nektar.ai/podcasts/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/u/0/search/the%20revenue%20lounge Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts...

Jul 18, 202336 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Driving Revenue With Clean CRM Data ft. Jacki Leahy

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 12 of The Revenue Lounge Podcast by Nektar.ai - A series of interviews with top Revenue Operations leaders on what drives the function and what keeps them going! Episode Guest - Jacki Leahy https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackileahy/ Episode Host - Bhaswati B https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaswati-bhattacharyya-9307768b/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://nektar.ai/podcasts/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcas...

Jun 21, 202325 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Turning Data into Actionable Insights With RevOps ft. Vinny Poliseno

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 11 of The Revenue Lounge Podcast by Nektar.ai - A series of interviews with top Revenue Operations leaders on what drives the function and what keeps them going! Episode Guest - Vinny Poliseno https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnypoliseno/ Episode Host - Bhaswati B https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaswati-bhattacharyya-9307768b/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://nektar.ai/podcasts/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://...

Jun 14, 202330 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Using Customer Data to Drive Efficient Revenue Growth ft. Mollie Bodensteiner

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 10 of The Revenue Lounge Podcast by Nektar.ai - A series of interviews with top Revenue Operations leaders on what drives the function and what keeps them going! Episode Guest - Mollie Bodensteiner https://www.linkedin.com/in/molliebodensteiner/ Episode Host - Bhaswati B https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhaswati-bhattacharyya-9307768b/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://nektar.ai/podcasts/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts ...

Jun 07, 202337 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Championing Data Hygiene With RevOps ft. Trent Allen

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 9 of The Revenue Lounge Podcast by Nektar.ai - A series of interviews with top Revenue Operations leaders on what drives the function and what keeps them going! Episode Guest - Trent Allen https://www.linkedin.com/in/revopswizard/ Episode Host - Jordan Zornes https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanzornes253/ Podcast Details: Podcast page - https://nektar.ai/podcasts/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3DUOqnTpPOJ2xbyl7HdgN3 Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.co...

May 31, 202334 minSeason 2Ep. 9
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