Lee Hackett · September 8, 2021

Podcast: Marketing Technology Podcast by Marketing Guys
September 8, 2021
In this episode, Elias has an interview with Lee Hackett, CEO of BluprintX based out of Liverpool, UK. Lee has an interesting background (played football before going into marketing) and valuable insights on both SalesTech and MarTech. He's an investor in both. Topics we cover:…

CEO of Bluprintx, Digital Growth Strategist and Former Pro Athlete
20+ M&A transactions across buy & sell sideTop 50 UK Most Ambitious Business Leader, 2023Wigan Athletic Former professional footballerBluprintx Group CEO
Lee Hackett is the Group CEO of Bluprintx, a global consultancy helping mid-market and enterprise businesses turn technological complexity into competitive advantage. With a proven track record across the UK, US, APAC, and the Middle East, Lee works at the intersection of strategy, sales, and technology - guiding leadership teams through AI adoption, digital transformation, and scalable growth.
Lee brings sharp, real-world insight to conversations around the convergence of marketing, sales, and service. He advises businesses on how to deliver enterprise-grade outcomes through integrated, data-led strategies. Under his leadership, Bluprintx has become a trusted partner to some of the world’s most influential platforms, including Adobe and Salesforce, further cementing its reputation for delivering measurable business impact at scale.
A former professional footballer, wellness advocate, and father of three, he leads with a balance of performance and perspective. He speaks openly about staying mentally clear while scaling companies, living with intention as a leader, and bringing athletic discipline into the boardroom. With the addition of his personal experience of over 20 M&A transactions across both the buy and sell side, his perspective is especially valuable for founders, executives, and investors alike.
Whether discussing AI readiness, sales enablement, operational strategy, or deal execution, Lee delivers stories and strategies that resonate with forward-thinking leaders.
In this episode, Elias has an interview withLee Hackett, CEO of BluprintX based out of Liverpool, UK. Lee has an interesting background (played football before going into marketing) and valuable insights on both SalesTech and MarTech. He's an investor in both.
Topics we cover:
Trends in MarTech and SalesTech
How marketers should not overcomplicate MarTech
Invest in tools & tech that help you move the needle
The importance of funnels
LinkedIn Lee Hackett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehackett/
Website BluprintX: https://bluprintx.com/
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