
B2B marketing leaders benchmark report
The definitive guide for marketing leaders looking to elevate their strategy and stay ahead of industry trends

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B2B marketing leaders benchmark report 2025
Compare budget, buyer journeys, talent, priorities and much more
We’re excited to introduce the bi-annual HotTopics B2B CMO Benchmark Report. This essential resource offers in-depth comparisons of marketing strategies, budget allocations, and team structures, alongside exclusive insights into buyer journeys and industry trends. Participate to gain access and connect with a network of marketing leaders—positioning your business for growth.
Why participate?
Shape the future of B2B marketing. Your insights are key to unlocking the full potential of this community-driven resource. By contributing, you’ll secure access to the full 2025 report and join an exclusive group of C-suite leaders who rely on it to stay ahead of trends and guide their strategies.
Unlock exclusive insights
Unlock critical insights that will elevate your marketing strategy. The report provides:
Salary comparisons
Marketing strategies
Team & talent
Buyer & sales cycles
The B2B CMO Benchmark Report is published twice a year, offering fresh insights to help marketing leaders stay ahead. By participating in this community-driven report, you’ll contribute valuable data that shapes the insights and next steps for yourself and your peers.
Contribute
Contribute your insights for 2025 benchmark report
Jan - April
H1 benchmark report
Benchmark report unveiled
May
Participate
Contribute your insights for 2025 Benchmark report
May - Sep
H2 benchmark report
Benchmark report unveiled
Oct

Marketing Advisory Board
Meet the HotTopics Marketing Advisory Board. This panel of industry trailblazers is at the heart of driving innovation and shaping the future of marketing. Our board members, drawn from diverse sectors and backgrounds, bring unparalleled expertise and insights, making HotTopics a leading voice in the marketing community.

Amit Sharma
Global Head, Field Marketing and Sponsorships, Tata Communications

Angela O'Connell
CMO, ex-Juro

Aparna Jairam
CMO, ex-Hexaware Technologies

Bonnie Pelosi
EMEA CMO, Microsoft

Chris Merrick
Senior Director, Global Marketing - Conferencing, Shure Incorporated

Emma Roffey
VP Marketing EMEAR and Global Customer Advocacy Lead, Cisco

Gemma Davies
Head of Global ABM x CXO Engagement, ServiceNow

Gareth Scragg
Marketing Director, EducAite Limited

John Williams
International Marketing Director and CMO - EMEA, APAC LATAM, Verizon Enterprise Solutions

John Watton
CMO, LettsGroup

Kritika Singh
Marketing Head-UK&I, France, S. Africa and Sustainability Marketing, HCLTech

Lisa A Gilbert
VP Global Marketing, Kyndryl

Mark Wheeler
Chief Marketing Officer, Storyblok

Matt Preschern
Chief Marketing and Demand Generation Officer, ex-NTT

Matt Hooper
CMO, Quantexa

Mehul Kapadia
Chief Revenue Officer, Locus

Oliver Pilgerstorfer
CMO, IFS

Peter Thomas
Director, Newick Consulting

Rachel Fairley
Co-founder, Rebrand Right

Rebecca Blackmore
Director of International Marketing, Ataccama
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Ruth Rowan
CMO, Avanade

Ryan Nappi
Marketing Director, Northern Europe, Tanium

Sarah Thomas
Group CMO & EVP, Capgemini

Sarah Whipp
Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Sales Officer (int), Spendesk

Shallu Behar-Sheehan
Marketing Transformation Advisor to Group CMO & EVP, ex-Capgemini

Simon Edward
VP, CMO & Client Experience Leader, ex-IBM

Steven Goddard
Senior Director, Marketing Programs, ex-Nutanix

Steven Wastie
CMO, Immuta

Sumi Shukla
VP Global Marketing, Riverbed Technology

Tina Morwani
Director, Global Campaigns, Flexera

Tricia Stinton
Chief Marketing Officer, CIS, Capgemini

Utkarsh Srivastav
Senior Director - Brand, Social and Digital Marketing, L&T Technology Services

Van Diamandakis
Fractional CMO, censhare
