Ashley Widener is the Director of Marketing at GoCo, a company that specializes in HRIS solutions encompassing employee onboarding, document management, payroll, and benefits administration. Under her leadership, the marketing team has significantly contributed to GoCo's growth, building the marketing function from scratch and enhancing brand recognition despite fierce competition in the HR tech space. Ashley’s unique background in cultural anthropology and her experience in diverse marketing roles, including event planning and customer marketing, fuel her passion for experiential marketing.

With the constant rise of new technologies and ever-changing customer expectations, marketing leaders are under immense pressure to adapt quickly and make an impact. What’s the key to navigating this complex landscape while ensuring long-term success?

According to Ashley Widener, a marketing leader with years of experience in the tech space, the answer lies in agility. She highlights that staying responsive to market trends and customer feedback is critical to maintaining relevance and driving results. By continuously testing strategies and aligning closely with sales and customer success teams, companies can pivot quickly and seize opportunities before their competitors. The impact is clear: brands that embrace adaptability can thrive in even the most crowded industries.

In this episode of the Revenue Engine Podcast, host Alex Gluz speaks with Ashley Widener, Director of Marketing at GoCo, to discuss how agility fuels success in B2B marketing. Ashley explains how building a marketing team from scratch allowed her to create a nimble, responsive approach. She shares how creative event marketing and balancing content value with conversion drive GoCo's growth. Ashley also gives advice on leveraging internal culture to enhance both employee engagement and brand image.