Scott McCollum is the Director of Product Marketing at Blue Mantis, a security-first IT solutions provider. With over 20 years of experience in tech services, Scott has extensive expertise in product marketing, AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. Previously, Scott worked at Microsoft and Masergy, where he developed deep insights into the IT services sector. At Blue Mantis, Scott focuses on helping mid-market enterprises navigate their IT and marketing challenges while prioritizing security.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

• [02:00] The unique challenges mid-market companies face in IT security
• [06:00] How to target decision-makers at different levels (C-suite vs. IT directors)
• [12:45] The role of AI in marketing and how to ensure data security
• [16:00] Why mid-market companies often struggle with security and how they can start addressing it
• [25:30] Best practices for creating marketing messages in the tech industry
• [33:30] How generative AI is transforming IT marketing strategies
• [42:00] Security-first marketing: Why it’s essential for today’s tech solutions
  

In this episode…

In this episode of the Tailwind Marketing Podcast, host Carlos Corredor speaks with Scott McCollum, Director of Product Marketing at Blue Mantis. They discuss the unique challenges mid-market companies face in IT marketing and security. Scott shares how these companies often juggle limited resources while trying to address both marketing and cybersecurity needs. He emphasizes the importance of tailoring marketing strategies for different decision-makers, from C-suite executives to influencers, and explains how effective messaging can resonate with each. He also talks about how AI is transforming marketing efforts, while highlighting the critical need for data security when leveraging new technologies.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Scott McCollum on LinkedIn
• Carlos Corredor on LinkedIn
• Generative AI tools: Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini.

Quotable Moments:

• “You really need to think about your audience. Are you talking to the C-suite, or are you talking to a director of IT? Their priorities are different.”
• “Generative AI is here to stay, and it’s only going to become more useful in the next few years. It’s going to replace many lower-level marketing tasks.”
• “You have to be really careful with generative AI tools. They can be powerful, but if you’re not careful about how you use them, you’re risking exposing sensitive company data.”
• “If you’re marketing to IT directors, focus on the technical aspects. If you’re marketing to the C-suite, focus on how your solution can improve their business profitability and productivity.”

Action Steps:

1. Target the right audience: Tailor your message, whether it is for C-suite executives, directors, or influencers.
2. Secure your data: Use internal systems for AI tools to prevent data leaks and maintain security.
3. Leverage AI smartly: Use AI tools to improve marketing but ensure they don’t compromise your data security.
4. Build awareness: Keep your brand visible to a wide audience, even if they’re not immediately ready to buy.

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