
Poised for Exit · 2026-06-18 · 28 min
In this episode of Poised for Exit , Jen Roth , Founder and CEO of Blue Sparq Marketing , joins the show to discuss how intentional marketing systems can drive sustainable growth and increase business value. Drawing from her experience building and leading marketing agencies, Jen shares how business owners can stop guessing at marketing and build a clear plan that supports growth. The conversation explores why marketing and sales must work together to create a predictable pipeline, how CRM systems and better lead tracking can improve decision-making, and why cutting marketing during slower periods can ultimately hurt long-term growth. Jen also explains how fractional marketing teams can give companies access to the strategy and execution they need without the cost of building a full in-house department. Jen also shares how AI can help marketing teams work more efficiently, without replacing the strategy and judgment that make marketing effective.