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Why Your CRM Implementation is Failing (Start with Goals, Not Tech) | Imperfect Marketing [Podcast]
August 21, 2025
The Imperfect Marketing podcast hosts Vice President of Marketing & Innovation at SmartBug Media Paul Schmidt for an in-depth discussion on how businesses can best leverage CRMs and customer marketing to drive real business growth.
Read MoreThe Marketer’s Manual on Generative AI with John Suarez | Human-First AI Marketing [Podcast]
August 12, 2025
In this episode of the Human-First AI Marketing podcast, John Suarez, director of HubSpot strategy at SmartBug Media, talks about what actually works when it comes to AI-powered marketing, how small and mid-sized businesses can use generative AI to amplify human creativity, and how tools like HubSpot's new Prospecting Agent can support sellers without turning outreach into spam.
Read MoreHow Entrepreneurs Can Use AI Without Losing Their Brand’s Voice | Your Digital Marketing Coach with Neal Schaffer [Podcast]
August 12, 2025
The Your Digital Marketing Coach podcast with host Neil Schaffer welcomed SmartBug's Director of HubSpot Strategy John Suarez to discuss how to use AI to grow your brand and business, including simple ways to plug AI into daily tasks and why your brand still needs the human touch to stand out.
Read MoreAI Agents That Drove $1M in Efficiency at SmartBug | Agent.ai Podcast
August 11, 2025
Check out this episode of the Agent.ai Builder Stories podcast for detailed insights into how Vice President of Marketing & Innovation at SmartBug Media Paul Schmidt has developed AI agents to improve efficiency across our organization. Along with real-world use cases, Paul also shares advice on how to overcome common hurdles, build effective internal processes, and cultivate the employee buy-in necessary to support these game-changing initiatives.
Read MoreBeyond the Beat: The Influence of Music on Paul Schmidt's Marketing Innovation | Your Brand Amplified [Podcast]
July 28, 2025
In this episode of Your Brand Amplified, Vice President of Marketing Innovation at SmartBug Media Paul Schmidt discusses how his background in music has equipped him with unique skills that translate well into marketing. He stresses the significance of data-driven marketing and the transformative role of AI.
Read MoreMastering B2B Growth: How HubSpot Can Revolutionize Your Marketing with SmartBug Media's John Suarez | B2B Influence: Spotlight on Industry Game-Changers [Podcast]
July 1, 2025
In this episode of B2B Influence: Spotlight on Industry Game-Changers, Paula Chiocchi interviews the Director of HubSpot Strategy at SmartBug Media, John Suarez. John discusses the transformative impact of integrated HubSpot architecture and marketing automation on B2B companies.
Read MoreSmartBug Media® Promotes Adam Bleibtreu to CEO
June 4, 2025
SmartBug Media® announced a strategic leadership transition, promoting Adam Bleibtreu from his current role as president of the company to chief executive officer, effective July 1, 2025. Ryan Malone, founder and current CEO, will stay in his role as chairman of the board, focusing on long-term strategy and company culture.
Read MoreSmartBug Media® Ranks No. 142 on Inc.’s List of the Pacific Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
May 24, 2025
SmartBug Media® ranks No. 142 on Inc. Magazine's fifth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals list for the Pacific region.
Read MorePartner Ecosystems: How Partnerships Can Help You Expand Your Offerings and Retain Business [HubSpot Blog]
March 21, 2025
This blog dives into how partnerships can unlock the power of your ecosystem, and shares wisdom from HubSpot's partner program. SmartBug is highlighted as a notable HubSpot partner.
Read MoreSmartBug Media® Named 2024 HubSpot North American Partner of the Year
February 25, 2025
SmartBug Media® has been named HubSpot’s 2024 North American Partner of the Year.
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