Rick Haring on the value of risk-taking and failure

B2B Marketing Published: July 22, 2021
Rick Haring on the value of risk-taking and failure

Rick Haring, Vice President, Marketing & Communications Americas with International SOS takes the hot seat today.

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Meet Rick Haring

Rick is the Vice President, Marketing and Communications Americas with International SOS. He is responsible for leading the strategy and execution for traditional marketing, product marketing, communications and lead generation initiatives in the region.

Before joining International SOS, Rick was Vice President, Digital Marketing at Prudential Center & New Jersey Devils responsible for strategy, operations and execution across the digital ecosystem creating programs to drive brand awareness, increase intent to buy, generate leads and maximize conversions.

Rick brings an extensive background and long history in the field of Marketing and Sales with Verizon Communications. With over 18 years of experience, his knowledge of Digital Sales and Marketing Strategy, lead generation, CRM and Customer Loyalty, Content Strategy and Creation, Online Sales Growth and SEO/SEM and Social Media Strategy are an asset to the organization.

He holds a Master of Business Administration from Villanova University and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Rutgers University. He resides outside of Philadelphia with his wife, two daughters and three dogs.

Episode summary

Fire up your marketing campaigns by doing them exactly the same, said no marketer ever. But here’s the catch: oftentimes marketers get so sucked into doing what works, they miss the opportunity to do even better because it may be too risky to try something new or do it differently.

Being a successful marketing leader requires a certain amount of risk. But it also means be willing to lose every now and then, too. In this high energy episode, Rick Haring, VP, Marketing and Communications Americas with International SOS sits down with host Jennifer Gutman to explore the value of risk-taking and failure and how he’s encouraging his team to push the envelope when it comes to innovation and creativity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does calculated risk-taking drive innovation in B2B marketing strategies?

Calculated risk-taking is essential for B2B marketing innovation, as explored by Rick Haring, VP of Marketing & Communications Americas at International SOS. Marketers often get comfortable with what works, but pushing boundaries and trying new, perhaps risky, approaches can lead to significant improvements. It involves encouraging teams to experiment, learn from both successes and failures, and continuously adapt to foster creativity and prevent stagnation in campaigns.

What strategies can B2B marketing leaders use to foster creativity and innovation within their teams?

B2B marketing leaders can foster creativity by encouraging a culture where experimentation and even occasional failure are seen as learning opportunities. Rick Haring emphasizes pushing the envelope when it comes to innovation, which includes empowering teams to try new tactics, analyze results, and continuously optimize. This approach helps break free from traditional methods and unlocks novel solutions for B2B challenges.

What key elements define a comprehensive B2B digital marketing and content strategy today?

A comprehensive B2B digital marketing and content strategy integrates several critical elements. Drawing on Rick Haring's extensive background, these include a robust digital sales and marketing strategy, effective lead generation initiatives, strong CRM and customer loyalty programs, targeted content strategy and creation, and strategic SEO/SEM and social media efforts to drive brand awareness and maximize conversions.

How do successful B2B marketing leaders approach lead generation and conversion maximization?

Successful B2B marketing leaders approach lead generation and conversion maximization by integrating a strategic combination of initiatives. As demonstrated by Rick Haring's experience, this involves sophisticated digital marketing strategies, targeted lead generation campaigns, leveraging CRM for customer loyalty, and optimizing content and social media for maximum engagement and conversion intent.

Who should listen to the 'Radically Transparent' podcast, and what B2B insights does it offer?

The 'Radically Transparent' podcast is specifically geared towards modern-day B2B marketers, sales leaders, and executives. It offers unfiltered, authentic insights into the inner workings of B2B leadership, covering professional challenges, innovative strategies, and the realities faced by successful CEOs, CMOs, VPs, and social media teams from global B2B organizations. It's a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the unfiltered truths of today’s marketing landscape.

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