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How Fractional Marketing Leaders Build Pipeline: Strategy + Execution for SMBs

#In this episode of the DGTL Growth Podcast, host Suse Barnes sits down with Odile Harbaugh, founder of Obligado Group Marketing, to unpack what B2B and SMB leaders actually need right now: clear positioning, cohesive messaging, and marketing execution that doesn’t stop at strategy. Odile shares lessons from 20+ years in Fortune 500 marketing across CPG and B2B, including why CPG’s “disciplined” approach (creative briefs, differentiators, and brand clarity) is the missing connective tissue in many growing B2B companies. They also dig into how marketing is shifting in 2026, especially as AI makes it easy to create more content, faster while the fundamentals still matter: know who you are, know your audience, and drive the next action. You’ll hear practical takes on: Why fractional marketing works when you need leadership and implementation The #1 problem Odile sees in SMB B2B marketing: disconnected tactics with no thread How to use AI as a content accelerator without losing brand voice Using AI as an “insight cruncher” for competitor messaging, pain points, and campaign battle cards Real-world examples of adapting strategy in a changing macro environment (including regional pivots) A smart B2B conversion tactic: gating spec sheets with email-only to create warm leads Career advice for early marketers: internships, rotations, hands-on reps, and learning by doing If you’re a founder, marketer, or agency leader looking for a more sustainable way to build pipeline, this one’s packed with grounded, usable insights. 🎧 Guest: Odile Harbaugh, Founder | Obligado Group Marketing 🎙 Host: Suse Barnes | DGTL Growth Podcast | Founder, DGTL Chapters: 00:00 - Odile Harbaugh's Background and Obligato Group 05:43 - The Value of Fractional Marketing 07:00 - Insights on CPG vs. B2B Marketing 11:29 - The Role of AI in Marketing 17:53 - Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in Marketing 20:37 - Strategic Market Expansion 21:35 - The Impact of AI on Marketing 23:34 - Balancing Client Engagement and Business Growth 30:03 - Metrics and Consumer Experience in B2B Marketing 34:58 - Future Growth and Client Relationships 38:25 - Identifying the Ideal Client 41:43 - The Future of Marketing Agencies 42:58 - Advice for Young Graduates 44:17 - The Value of Travel in Personal Development 45:32 - Navigating Career Paths and Adaptation 46:32 - Connecting and Networking in the Industry About Obligado Group Marketing: Obligado Group is a fractional marketing agency that delivers senior‑level strategy and hands‑on execution without the overhead of a full internal team. They partner with growing businesses that need marketing leadership, focused execution, or extra project support — stepping in as your in‑house marketing team on a flexible, fractional model. With experience spanning Fortune 20 companies and nimble startups, Obligado Group Marketing helps clients clarify their positioning, craft compelling messaging, and drive measurable growth across digital campaigns, branding, web design, and more. They don’t just plan — they stay to execute, refine, and adapt to help your business move forward with clarity and momentum. 👉 Learn more: https://obligadogroupmarketing.com This podcast episode is brought to you by DGTL and was recorded on December 19, 2025. About DGTL: DGTL brings 25+ years of marketing expertise into the AI age—implementing intelligent systems that give you your time back while helping clients win. Whether it’s generating leads, producing content, or automating client reports, our custom AI agents turn your agency into a leaner, faster, more profitable machine. 👉 Learn more: https://dgtl.us #marketing #AI #B2B #CPG #fractionalMarketing #digitalMarketing #strategy #trendsInMarketing #consumerExperience #dataCollection #businessGrowth #marketingPredictions #adviceForYoungGraduates #technologyChallenges #B2Bmarketing #emailCampaigns #marketingStrategies