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Ops Cast, by MarketingOps.com, is a podcast for Marketing Operations Pros by Marketing Ops Pros. Hosted by Michael Hartmann, Mike Rizzo & Naomi Liu

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What does it really take to leave a stable in-house Marketing Operations role, start your own consulting business, and eventually find your place at an agency?

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What does it take to move from agency consulting to in-house Marketing Operations and eventually build an independent consulting business of your own?

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What is the best way to move from an in-house Marketing Operations role into consulting without immediately giving up the stability of your full-time job?

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What does consulting teach you that working in-house cannot, and when does it make sense to leave agency life and return to an internal Marketing Operations role?

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Recent Guests

Nate Hall
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Episode: From Agency to In-House to Independent Consulting with Nate Hall
Alden Dale
MarTech consultant, currently at Inverta
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Episode: From Moonlighting to MarTech Consulting with Alden Dale
Mike Rizzo
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Episode: Consulting, Client Relationships & Career Growth with Mike Rizzo
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Episode: Really Listen To Your Customers with Andrea Lechner-Becker, CMO at LeadMD
Julie James
Multiple-time Marketo champion and educator
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Episode: Be Confident In Your Expertise With Julia James
Len Ward
Managing Partner and Head of AI at Commexis
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Episode: From Search and Retrieve to Solve My Problem with Len Ward
Bryan D'Andrea
Independent consultant specializing in Marketing Technology Operations
Episode: Follow Your Curiosity
Tom Keefe
Director of Marketing Operations at Engagio
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Episode: Is Moonlighting Cheating?
Debby Mayen
Global Head of Marketing Operations and Analytics at Logitech
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Episode: Finding Balance in an AI World with Debby Mayen

Hosts

Michael Hartmann
Co-host and host, focused on Marketing Operations and Martech consulting.
Mike Rizzo
Co-host and host, specializes in Marketing Ops and consulting.
Naomi Liu
Co-host and host, leads discussions on governance and AI in marketing operations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Most useful Marketing Operations podcast available!

    I think marketing ops is one of the most dynamic professions out there because the technology, regulations, and executive expectations are constantly changing. So as a professional, I need to stay current by following voices that aren’t trying to sell me something. Since Ops Cast is sponsored by the Marketingops.com professional community, whose goal is to help me grow in my career, this podcast is the one I trust the most.

    Michael Hartman, Mike Rizzo, and Naomi Lui ask deep questions of their... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WebMikePDX
    United States3 years ago
  • My fave marketing operations podcast!

    I am probably biased because I was a guest, but I love OpsCast! Lots of relevant topics. I like to listen on my lunch break.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    algno
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent Content

    I thoroughly enjoy learning from each and every one of these episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    misterizzo88
    United States5 years ago

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From Search and Retrieve to Solve My Problem with Len Ward
Q: How should marketing leaders begin adapting their teams and processes to this AI-driven shift?
Lead with outcomes and bottlenecks: define what the marketing campaign should achieve, identify the bottlenecks, and deploy AI to remove those constraints to deliver faster, better answers to customers. Also start embracing influencer-style branding and create processes to integrate AI into core decision-making rather than using it only to speed up existing tasks.
From Search and Retrieve to Solve My Problem with Len Ward
Q: Describe what you mean by solve my problem model and why it matters for marketing today.
The model shifts focus from customers going through a long funnel of research to getting an immediate, AI-generated answer that solves their specific problem. This changes content strategy, decision-making, and how we present value on websites, with an emphasis on direct problem-solving rather than just linking to blogs or forms.
From Agency to In-House to Independent Consulting with Nate Hall
Q: Can you walk us through the three different phases of your career (agency, in-house, solo) and what prompted the switch to each?
Nate explains the appeal of different environments, the reasons for moving from an agency to an in-house role for culture and collaboration, and finally why he chose independence to control his hours and explore other passions, such as food, while leveraging past consulting experience.
Finding Balance in an AI World with Debby Mayen
Q: Where did Debby say the idea of balancing AI and analog practices came from?
Debby described her upbringing as an '80s kid moving from an analog world to a digital one, which shaped her belief in balancing AI with spaces away from screens based on personal experience of both sides.
Fix the System, Fix the Results: Mapping Marketing Ops for Real Performance with Joe Bockerstette
Q: What should a smaller marketing ops team do first if they want to start improving their system?
Identify the primary purpose of the system (e.g., lead generation or brand awareness), enumerate the required deliverables and processes, map ownership, and begin with quick wins while planning for broader organizational alignment.

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What is Ops Cast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Ops Cast covers practical realities of Marketing Operations, with episodes exploring how technology, data, and governance shape modern go-to-market efforts. Listeners can expect candid discussions about AI adoption, RevOps from the ground up, budgeting across functions, and the human side of organizational change. Guests range from independent consultants to senior operators, offering frameworks, workflows, and real-world anecdotes that help Ops professionals drive measurable outcomes. The show stands out for its emphasis on governance, data quality, and putting people and process first, rather than chasing shiny tools. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who want actionable guidance, community-driven insights, and a pragmatic view of ... more

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2. Alden Dale
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8. Tom Keefe

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