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Presales Podcast by Presales Collective

Jack Cochran
Presales
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Presales Podcast by Presales Collective is a podcast dedicated to growing the Solution Consulting community. We aim to provide presales professionals with the resources, knowledge, network, and mentorship to develop long, impactful careers. On the Presales Podcast, you’ll hear from global presales leaders, top individual contributors, industry experts, enablement professionals, and entrepreneurs w... more

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In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Rob Bruce, a presales leader at Syndigo with 20 years of experience, to discuss an innovative approach to presales operations: the Pursuit Desk. Rob shares how Syndigo has built a dedicate... more

In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Art Fromm, author of "Making Seamless Sales" and sales enablement expert, to discuss how presales and sales teams can work together more effectively. Art shares insights from his 25+ years... more

In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Wendy McHenry, Chair of WISE (Women in Solutions Excellence) at Presales Collective and Former Head of Global Solutions Engineering at CDATA, to discuss the critical need for supporting wo... more

In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Akash Ganapathi, CEO of Opine, to discuss how AI strategies differ between startups and enterprises in the presales space. They explore the myth of AI replacing SEs, the importance of spec... more

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Rob Bruce
A presales leader with extensive experience in Master Data Management and Product Information Management.
Syndigo
Episode: From Overloaded to Optimized: Concierge Services and Deal Desks with Rob Bruce
Art Fromm
Author of 'Making Seamless Sales', with extensive experience in sales and presales.
Episode: Presales and Sales Working Together SEAMlessly with Art Fromm
Wendy McHenry
Chair of Women's and Solutions Excellence Chapter at Presales Collective, advocate for equity in organizations, head of Global Solutions Engineering at Cdata.
Cdata
Episode: Breaking Barriers: How WISE is Transforming Women's Careers in Presales with Wendy McHenry
Akash Ganapathi
CEO of Opine with a background in presales and AI startups, passionate about AI augmenting technical experts.
Opine
Episode: Tailoring AI for Growth: What Startups and Enterprises Should Do Differently with Akash Ganapathy
Ben Hills
Founder and CEO of Iris
Iris
Episode: Scaling Presales Teams without Burning Out Your Best People with Ben Hills
Ben Pearce
Founder of Elevated You, Former tech team leader at Microsoft and coaching expert
Elevated You
Episode: How to Speak So Senior Leaders Listen with Ben Pearce
Nalin Senthamil
Founder and CEO of Storylane, an agentic demo automation platform.
Storylane
Episode: How Demo Automation and AI Are Transforming Presales with Nalin Senthamil
Raphael Joseph
Former software developer turned recruitment and AI trainer
Episode: Insights from an SE-Leader-Turned-Recruiter: Personal Branding for SEs with Raphael Joseph
Dianna Cappello
Director of Solutions Consulting for US and Demo Engineering at Eightfold
Eightfold
Episode: Buy, Sell, Beware: Examining the Ethics of AI with Dianna Cappello

Hosts

Matthew James
Co-host, presales professional, and solutions engineer.
Jack Cochran
General Manager of Presales Collective and a prominent figure in the presales community.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Encouraging, enlightening, and entertaining

    Great podcast for a great cause to inspire and elevate PreSales professionals by showcasing diverse stories of success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baby-Yeer
    United States3 years ago
  • Best Podcast for Presales Solutions Engineers

    Any solutions engineer or Presales professional who has any interest in getting better should listen to this podcast. I’ve been in Presales for over 5 years and each episode still gives me a fresh take on our industry and ways to improve!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frank E Cap
    United States4 years ago
  • Life Changing

    I’m new to the PreSales industry and this podcast has helped me tremendously. The interviews are well done and this community is eager to pour into others. Highly recommend to any business leader.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveyHatcher.com
    United States4 years ago
  • Unbelievable PreSales Insights I Can Put Into Action

    So great to hear fascinating insights on the PreSales role. I, like many, fell into this role and I’m in love!!! My HR background has been a tremendous resource and has helped me immensely in how I weave in stories to my demos. I’m always looking at ways I can perfect this craft. This podcast has proven to be a fantastic tool to get me there! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandra M G
    Canada5 years ago
  • This podcasts is informative and entertaining

    Love listening to other’s experiences on the pre-sales front. Especially great for me as a pre-sales newbie. Lots of actionable advice and tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kay.pan88
    Netherlands5 years ago

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A valuable resource for any solutions engineer or presales professional seeking improvement and fresh insights.
Great podcast for inspiring and empowering PreSales professionals with diverse stories of success.
Listeners find the discussions enlightening, offering actionable insights on the PreSales role.
Highly recommended for newcomers to the PreSales field, with well-executed interviews.
The podcast is commended for its informative nature and the involvement of knowledgeable guests.

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From Overloaded to Optimized: Concierge Services and Deal Desks with Rob Bruce
Q: How can people connect with you?
Rob recommends reaching out via LinkedIn.
From Overloaded to Optimized: Concierge Services and Deal Desks with Rob Bruce
Q: How did this idea for the Pursuit Desk get started?
It was inspired by a model and the need to alleviate burdens from presales resources.
Presales and Sales Working Together SEAMlessly with Art Fromm
Q: What's the final thought you want to leave us with?
Look for opportunities to empathize with the other role and help sell the value of collaboration to enhance mutual success.
Presales and Sales Working Together SEAMlessly with Art Fromm
Q: How can someone get in touch with you?
Connect with me on LinkedIn or visit my website teamsalesdevelopment.com for resources and updates.
Presales and Sales Working Together SEAMlessly with Art Fromm
Q: What do you think it is that makes people kind of jump to those initial conclusions?
Salespeople may jump to conclusions because they want to close deals quickly and often rely on presales teams for demonstrations without proper discovery.

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Focused on the Solution Consulting community, this podcast aims to equip presales professionals with valuable insights, strategies, and mentorship for sustaining impactful careers. Conversations often feature prominent figures in the field—ranging from experienced presales leaders to technology innovators—sharing their expertise in addressing challenges, navigating career paths, and effectively utilizing emerging technologies like AI in sales processes. The unique element is its strong emphasis on creating a supportive network for presales professionals, helping them overcome common industry hurdles together while also elevating their roles within organizations.

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1. Rob Bruce
2. Art Fromm
3. Wendy McHenry
4. Akash Ganapathi
5. Ben Hills
6. Ben Pearce
7. Nalin Senthamil
8. Raphael Joseph

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