AI as a Competitive Edge | Barb Stinnett

In this episode of "RevOps Champions", host Brendon Dennewill engages in an insightful conversation with Barb Stinnett, an experienced business leader and CEO of Timaron Group. The discussion centers around the strategic use of AI in business, emphasizing that understanding AI and integrating it into strategic goals can provide a competitive edge. Barb highlights the significance of clean, organized data for effective AI usage and discusses the transition her mid-sized company made from Salesforce to HubSpot, resulting in enhanced productivity and better integration with tools like ZoomInfo.

 

The episode delves into the evolving nature of work-life balance and company culture, noting the generational shift towards prioritizing personal time, which contrasts with the workaholic tendencies of the past. Additionally, Barb talks about the modern work trends, such as the rise of the gig economy, where flexible roles are becoming more mainstream. The importance of aligning people, processes, data, and technology is underscored as key to successful Revenue Operations (RevOps), with practical examples of using frameworks like EOS and Six Sigma Lean to streamline processes and ensure team alignment.

 

Brendon Dennewill and Barb Stinnett also discuss AI competency training for C-suite executives and the necessity of aligning AI initiatives with company culture and leadership commitment. They emphasize the need to avoid deploying technology without first understanding the specific needs and identity of the company. The episode concludes with a look at the future of data, tech, and AI, encouraging businesses to prepare for rapid advancements and to leverage historical data for current problem-solving and innovation.

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Barb Stinnett | Chief Executive Officer, Timmaron Group
 

Barb Stinnett is a highly accomplished Fortune 25 C-suite executive based in Palo Alto, renowned for her leadership in both public and private sectors. With extensive experience as a CEO, COO, and Chief Customer Officer, she has managed multibillion-dollar budgets and driven global operations with a focus on customer-centric relationship management.

 

Accredited as a Fellow of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) and Women Corporate Directors, Barb has served in key roles such as Chairman, Executive Chairman, and Director, guiding governance, strategy, and compensation committees for public, private, and nonprofit organizations.

 

In addition to her corporate achievements, she has developed and launched three successful early-stage investment funds, focusing on AI, machine learning, healthcare technologies, and women-led growth businesses. Barb is a recognized leader in growth strategy and operational excellence, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to scale businesses profitably.

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