In this podcast episode, Donna spoke with Kathi Gilleland, Senior Director of Marketing and Promotions at Sosland Publishing. They discussed the importance of print in marketing strategies, particularly in the B2B world. The conversation continued on to cover - 

• The need for a balance between print and digital channels to effectively reach buyers. 
• Emphasizing that print gives a company validity and trust, with a longer-lasting impact compared to digital efforts. 
• The importance of understanding the buyer's journey and tailoring marketing tactics accordingly. 

The conversation shifted to the value of industry-specific publications and the need to adapt marketing strategies based on results. They concluded by emphasizing the importance of being a trusted ally for customers and providing quality content.

To learn more about our guest today – 

Kathi Gilleland is a marketing communications expert with nearly 25 years of experience developing and implementing B2B marketing strategies delivering increased revenue and market penetration. Her expertise lies in many areas of marketing including brand development, digital and traditional campaign management and analytics, CRM software administration, marketing automation, web development, SEM/SEO, blogging, social media marketing, design and production of collateral materials, trade show and event management, advertising, public relations, and product management.

After she spent 18 years leading the marketing efforts of three major manufacturers in the food processing and packaging equipment space, she joined Sosland Publishing in 2022. Her experience as a buyer of media and a thorough understanding of digital marketing products from two of Sosland Publishing’s major brands – MEAT+POULTRY and Pet Food Processing – made her a good fit to serve in her current capacity as senior director of marketing and promotions. She enjoys working closely with the publishers and sales team to consult with marketers in the same positions she fulfilled in her past roles while applying her solid understanding of their biggest marketing challenges.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathi-gilleland-marketing-executive/

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