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B2B Marketing Benchmark Report

C-Suite benchmarking reports

Benchmark your leadership qualities against your peers

Real insights. Real leaders. Powered by our global community.

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Compare salaries, budgets, team structures, tech investments and much more

Welcome to the C-Suite Benchmarking Hub — your inside look at how the world’s most progressive leaders are planning, investing, and growing in 2025. This is the home of the B2B CMO Benchmark Report and the Technology Leaders Benchmark Report — created exclusively by and for the HotTopics community: a global network of 19,000+ CMOs, CIOs, CISOs, CDOs and business technology leaders. These reports are not just another download. They’re built by real leaders, packed with practical insights, and designed to help you compare what matters.

 

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 leaders who rely on it to stay ahead of trends and guide their strategies. By taking part, you’ll unlock the full Benchmark Report, a vital annual resource used by C-suite leaders to sharpen strategy and stay ahead of the latest trends.

Why take part?

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Unlock the full 2025 report relevant to your role

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See how your peers across the globe are investing, structuring, and strategising

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Join the leading C-suite community shaping the future of business

Marketing leaders benchmark

The B2B CMO Benchmark Report 2025. Created for CMOs, VPs and Heads of Marketing leading brand, demand and growth in B2B.

 

What you’ll get:

  • Salary comparisons – Know if your packages stack up 
  • Strategy insights – See how leaders are approaching brand, ABM, content and more
  • Team structures – Learn how the best teams are organised
  • Sales & buyer cycles – Discover how journeys are shifting in 2025
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Technology Leaders Benchmark Report

Technology leaders benchmark

The Technology Leaders Benchmark Report 2025. For CIOs, CISOs, CTOs, CDOs — and anyone shaping tech strategy and digital transformation.

 

What you’ll get:

  • Compensation benchmarks – Global insights across roles and industries
  • Tech, data & security investment trends
  • AI & digital maturity scoring – See where you stand
  • Org charts & team size data – Get real-world comparisons
  • For each completed questionnaire, we’ll donate £10 to CRELD 1 Warriors - This charity supports families with young children affected by the newly-discovered Creld 1 genetic disorder.

Ready to unlock your benchmark?

Fill out the form, contribute your insights, and join an elite group of C-suite leaders who rely on this report to guide their strategies.

Take the survey, get the insights, lead with clarity.
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FAQS: Benchmark reports

 

What is the HotTopics Benchmarking Hub?

It’s where CMOs, CIOs, and digital leaders go to compare compensation, strategies, and priorities — powered by our 19,000+ strong C-suite community. 

 

How do I access the report?

Simple. Complete the short survey, and once the full 2026 report has been completed, we'll send it to you. 

 

Is it free?

Yes. Your insights are your access. 

 

Who uses this?

Our global community of C-suite leaders. Including award-winners, event contributors, and transformation pioneers.

 

Can I share it with my team?

Definitely. These reports are built to support internal planning and decision-making.

 

Who can I contact for additional questions?

For further information, please email us at thestudio@hottopics.ht