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ThriveinEDU live with guest Gil Rogers, Founder of GR7 Marketing

Gil Rogers · January 24, 2025

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Interview with Gil Rogers

ThriveinEDU live with guest Gil Rogers, Founder of GR7 Marketing

Podcast: THRIVEinEDU by Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth @Rdene915

January 24, 2025 · 30 min

I really enjoyed my chat with Gil and hope you will enjoy the episode. To learn more about Gil and his work, check out the links below. Bio: Gil Rogers - Podfol.io LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gilrogers Website: GR7 Marketing About Rachelle Subscribe to the podcast and my…

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Key topicsThe Strategy Behind Fractional CMO Roles in EdTechGil can discuss the strategy behind integrating a fractional CMO into an EdTech business's core team. He can elaborate on how this role strategically drives marketing efforts without the full-time executive overhead, focusing on efficiency and scalability. This conversation can touch on the value of expertise over presence, how fractional roles can guide startups through various growth phases from seed round to IPO, and why this approach is beneficial for companies prioritizing agility and expertise. Navigating Brand Pivots and Market Expansion in EdTechGil can delve into the complexities of brand pivots and market expansion strategies within the EdTech sector. He can discuss the strategic considerations involved in rebranding or expanding to new markets, such as understanding new customer segments, adjusting the product offering, and recalibrating the marketing message. Gil could share examples from his own career where he has successfully guided EdTech companies through these changes. Increase Sales by Articulating Value Beyond FeaturesThis point allows Gil to dive deep into the importance of conveying an EdTech product's value beyond just its features. He can discuss methods to translate technical advantages into real-world benefits for educational institutions, ensuring that the marketing message resonates with the needs and challenges of these organizations. Gil can also share insights on storytelling techniques that effectively communicate how a product enhances student success and institutional efficiency. View all topics →

About Gil Rogers

Gil Rogers, podcast guest

Fractional CMO guiding EdTech to Grow Revenue & Podcast Host

15+ years Higher education and EdTech experience150+ College and university consultations100%+ Revenue growth supported2011 Zinch.com acquired by Chegg

Gil Rogers is a strategic innovator in the field of education technology marketing. As a fractional CMO, Gil specializes in assisting EdTech companies to sharpen their messaging, articulate their unique value, and drive significant revenue growth. His expertise stems from a robust background in higher education enrollment management and marketing, where he has led numerous institutions through record-breaking recruitment cycles.

With a career beginning in transformative roles, such as leading the marketing and thought leadership at Zinch.com, which was subsequently acquired by Chegg in 2011, Gil has consistently been at the forefront of the EdTech industry’s evolution. His work continued to break new ground at the National Research Center for College and University Admissions (NRCCUA), where he spearheaded initiatives in digital marketing and data-informed enrollment strategies under the Encoura platform.

Gil founded GR7 Marketing to leverage his deep industry knowledge to aid fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders in effectively communicating their services to educational institutions. Known for his energy and enthusiasm — traits he ties back to being an Enneagram 7 — Gil's ability to energize and inspire his clients and audiences is unmatched.

He frequently shares his thought leadership at national conferences, discussing crucial aspects of marketing strategy for EdTech startups, leadership, customer understanding, and the 'try before you buy' approach in executive hiring.

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About this episode

I really enjoyed my chat with Gil and hope you will enjoy the episode. To learn more about Gil and his work, check out the links below.

Bio:Gil Rogers- Podfol.io

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gilrogers

Website: GR7 Marketing

About Rachelle

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