How can B2B organizations transform product marketing into a strategic driver for go-to-market success? Some companies have already cracked this code and realized that product marketing is no longer a handoff function—it’s the connective tissue aligning product, sales, marketing, and customer success. In this episode, we dig into the critical relationship between product marketing and a precise ICP, how to effectively align product offerings with customer needs, and optimize for pipeline generation–all while staying flexible to market shifts.

Then, we dive deep into the rising importance of product marketing in shaping pricing strategies, aligning sales enablement with buyer needs, and driving cross-functional cohesion. Sam Melnick shares how product marketing can act as the central node for gathering and synthesizing customer insights, informing product roadmaps, and fostering long-term customer success. The episode breaks down how product marketers can thrive at the intersection of strategy, execution, and stakeholder alignment.

Joining us today is Sam Melnick, VP of Product Marketing at Postscript, a leader in SMS marketing for Shopify merchants. Drawing from his wealth of experience, Sam illustrates how product marketing goes beyond launches to influence customer lifetime value, revenue efficiency, and market expansion. Whether you're a product marketer looking to amplify your impact or a business leader seeking to unlock untapped potential in your GTM strategy, this episode is a masterclass in building alignment, agility, and lasting value.

About the Guest

With a proven track record at high-growth SaaS companies, Sam and his teams have contributed to significant milestones: 400%+ revenue growth, doubling competitive win rates, 2.5Xing deal sizes, and raising renewal rates by 20%+.

Currently, Sam is the VP of Product Marketing at Postscript, overseeing product marketing and enablement. At Postscript, we've expanded from 1 to 3 products and secured over triple-digit % revenue growth despite the challenging environment for SaaS companies.

He began his career as a CMO Analyst at IDC, serving billion-dollar companies like Salesforce, Adobe, Intuit, and SAP. This foundational experience shaped Sam’s strategic perspective and influenced his approach to marketing and customer success leadership. With experience at startups backed by top-tier VCs such as Greylock Capital, Sequoia Capital, Battery Ventures, and Y Combinator, Sam brings expertise to drive growth in the competitive tech landscape.

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