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Insights, learnings and stories from the world of B2B marketing and communications, direct from Velo’s B2B agency team
B2B Campaigns, B2B Content, B2B Sales Enablement
What a good LinkedIn profile really looks like
In B2B, trust isn’t just nice to have, it’s everything. Deals are rarely won on rational arguments alone. They hinge on familiarity, credibility and chemistry. These aren’t soft skills, they’re decision-making signals. They’re how people decide whether they like you, trust you and want to work with you. The Edelman Trust Barometer shows that individuals […]
Ready to make the most of your next event?
There’s been a quiet shift in how people experience B2B events. While the venues, speakers and lanyards remain, the way attendees approach the day has changed. A different kind of attendee Delegates are now more focused, time-conscious and intentional. The all-day wanderer has become the purposeful drop-in. Decision-makers arrive with a shortlist, not a shopping […]
Should you consider Quora in your B2B channel mix?
As a Quora partner, we were excited to hear about Reddit’s partnership with intent data supplier Bombora. This collaboration introduces advanced B2B targeting and Account-Based Marketing (ABM) features, enabling advertisers to more effectively reach their desired audiences on Quora. It means firmographic targeting and ABM matching: Access Enhanced B2B Targeting: Utilize Bombora’s intent data […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Search, SEO & GEO
What do B2B marketers need to know about Google Page Experience for SEO Success?
Everything you need to know about page experience in 2025. In the fast-paced world of B2B marketing, staying ahead of Google’s evolving page experience standards is no longer optional – it’s essential. As a marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses thrive online, we’ve been digging into the latest updates and trends for 2025. Here’s […]
B2B Creative, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B websites
B2B Web Design Trends for Technology, Professional Services, and Manufacturing Brands
As part of our drive to embrace AI (Artificial Intelligence), this article was generated to write up the discussions in our internal Sector Inspector deep-dive workshops. In these sessions, our team works together to investigate, explore and understand a specific challenge. Through it, we drive deeper agency-wide knowledge into our sectors. Modern B2B websites […]
AI & MarTech for B2B, B2B Campaigns
Google Consent Mode: a B2B Marketer’s guide
Google Consent Mode v2 is an initiative that gives site visitors more say in what data you can collect about them during their visit. Once enabled, it enables people to consent to you collecting their data on your website, which will directly impact what and how much insight you can gather from Google Analytics […]
What can B2B brands learn from Taylor Swift?
You don’t have to be a dedicated ‘Swiftie’ to recognise that Taylor Swift is a force to be reckoned with in the marketing arena. Swift’s astute strategies transcend music and offer valuable lessons for marketing – including B2B. This blog post is not to debate the merits of her as songwriter, performer or zeitgeist, […]
AI & MarTech for B2B, B2B Campaigns, B2B Search, SEO & GEO
Third-party cookies: is your B2B marketing about to crumble?
UPDATE: Google has moved back the deadline to an as yet unspecified date in 2025, so companies have some more time to prepare. That said, we recommend not leaving it to the last minute! Back in January 2024, Google began phasing out 3rd-party cookies – although only 1% of Chrome users were affected by Feb […]
Women in B2B marketing: celebrating impact and inspiring inclusion
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Inspire Inclusion,’ so what better opportunity to reflect and celebrate the talented women who contribute to the success of our B2B marketing agency. Of course, it goes without saying that we don’t need an official ‘day’ to recognise this. We’re committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, […]
B2B Content, B2B Creative, B2B Video
Does the emergence of virtual production mean the end for greenscreen in B2B videos?
In recent years, the B2B market has witnessed a dynamic transformation with the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) technology. VR not only revolutionises the way products and services are presented but also provides an immersive and engaging experience for consumers. Companies leverage VR to transport potential customers into a virtual space where they […]
B2B Branding, Customer Experience
What storytelling process should you follow when building your B2B brand?
Crafting creating and engaging storytelling for B2B marketing Part 2: The process of storytelling In a three part blog series, agency strategist Rene Power looks at why storytelling in b2b marketing has become a go-to approach for so many marketers and how to start doing it effectively. This second post outlines the concept of the […]
B2B Content, Customer Experience
What are the building blocks of a powerful B2B brand story?
Crafting creating and engaging storytelling for B2B marketing. Part 1: In a three part blog series, agency strategist Rene Power looks at why storytelling in b2b marketing has become a go-to approach for so many marketers and how to start doing it effectively. There’s no doubt that content matters more than ever. The nirvana of […]
How should you budget for the right balance for brand and sales activation campaigns when targeting a niche?
Over the years, there have been many B2B marketing studies that changed the industry’s thinking. You’ll be familiar with their headline results but often keen to know more – and to review the original source. This series of articles provides an overview of the research and how they apply for B2B marketers targeting a […]
B2B Marketing Leadership, B2B Strategy
What are the key metrics you should track as a B2B marketer targeting a niche to be able to justify increasing your budget?
It is important to plan your campaigns and measure their effectiveness carefully. But with so many metrics to choose from, it can be challenging to determine which ones are most relevant to your specific campaign goals. Whether you are focused on building brand awareness, generating demand, or enabling sales, the metrics you need may […]
B2B Campaigns, B2B Research, B2B Strategy
What marketing KPIs should you be tracking when targeting a B2B niche in your campaigns?
When planning KPIs for your marketing operation, ensuring that they align with your overall business goals is essential. This means selecting KPIs that will help you measure your marketing efforts’ success in terms of driving revenue and business growth. While revenue related KPIs are a common starting point, it’s also important to have the […]
B2B Advocacy, B2B Content, B2B Search, SEO & GEO
How do you write an SEO-optimised B2B case study for your website?
Remember that a good case study on your site is a balance. Optimising it for SEO to make it discoverable, should happen without compromising how well it reads for the human who is viewing it. It must be compelling. The main elements to think about are listed below: Who is searching and at what stage […]
B2B Marketing Agency Selection
Velo recognised in Campaign Magazine’s Best Places to Work
It is particularly pleasing to be recognised in Campaign’s Best Places to Work awards in April 2023. This is a major achievement for Velo as this award considers everyone in Adland. Fellow winners include media companies like Channel 4, massive advertising groups like Havas, technology platforms like Stackadapt and Taboola and industry associations such […]
ABM, B2B Advocacy, B2B Content
What makes a great title and executive summary for a B2B case study?
It is a balance – good case study copy on your site is packed with SEO optimisation to make it discoverable, but without compromising the fact that a human is reading it, so it must be compelling. A copywriting tightrope… Good B2B marketers write case studies for readers, not robots. Your headline needs to […]
B2B Branding, B2B Marketing in Insurance, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Technology, Customer Experience
Why should B2B Customer Advocacy Programs be more than just stories?
We know customer stories are powerful. Customer experiences engage, influence, educate, and entertain others like them far more than promotional content. In a world where more and more buyer research is conducted online, success stories are a valuable part of the B2B marketer’s tool kit, offering tangible authenticity to a company’s claims when developed […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Research, B2B Search, SEO & GEO
How to build an SEO strategy when promoting a technology brand
SEO constantly evolves as Google updates its ranking algorithm to enhance the user search experience. This allows companies to assess the yearly SEO trends that shape the search engine landscape. As a result, SEO can drive traffic to your website, generate leads, and improve your bottom line with the right strategy. Here are some […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Insurance, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Research
If you target a niche, should B2B influencers be part of your strategy?
When influencer marketing is mentioned, the mind moves to Instagram, YouTube or TikTok millionaires pumping out content every day that appeals to the masses. Luxury lifestyles, fast fashion, excited gamers in their bedrooms – none of these is akin to the reality of B2B marketing to a niche. Look a little further, particularly on […]
AI & MarTech for B2B, B2B Content, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Technology
An overview to ChatGPT and how it can help B2B marketers
CAVEAT: This article was published in Feb 2023 when ChatGPT was announced. The technology evolved rapidly. As a B2B marketing agency, we are always on the lookout for innovative and efficient ways to help our clients in the Professional Services, Technology, and Industrial sectors achieve their marketing goals. A recent survey conducted by Microsoft, where […]
The importance of Storytelling in B2B marketing
Even as adults, we all enjoy a story. Stories grab our attention; they mentally transport us into new worlds. We form connections between the stories and ourselves. When we listen to or read an engaging and relatable story, a great opportunity can be set for companies looking to build deeper relations with their audience […]
How does brand awareness in a B2B niche lead to growth?
Over the years, there have been many B2B marketing studies that changed the industry’s thinking. You’ll be familiar with their headline results but often keen to know more – and to review the original source. This series of articles provides an overview of the research and how they apply for B2B marketers targeting a niche. […]
What does good thought leadership look like for companies targeting a niche?
The expression of thought leadership has been around since the late 19th century. Still, in the last ten years, this concept has been acknowledged for its practical and positive impact on people, branding and business. But what exactly is thought leadership? To start with, thought leadership can present itself in an array of different names […]
B2B Branding, Customer Experience
How to create a B2B podcast series – and why you should
The article is about the why, what, how and where of creating a B2B podcast. Using our experience of producing Creative Covenant’s Marketing for Cybersecurity series, we are sharing our specific tips and learnings for making podcasts an essential component of your wider marketing strategy. Podcasts are huge – and ubiquitousLet’s start with some stats: […]
B2B Audiences, B2B Campaigns, B2B Marketing in Insurance, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Strategy
Why should you target the 95% of your audience that are not in the market?
Over the years, there have been many B2B marketing studies that changed the industry’s thinking. You’ll be familiar with their headline results but often keen to know more, and to review the original source. This series of articles provides an overview of the research and how they apply for B2B marketers targeting a niche. Not […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Technology
Let’s Talk Key B2B Marketing Trends In 2023 For The Technology Sector
Technology and software companies have a lot to say this year – and so they should! Since COVID hit in 2020, the technology around us has boomed, and whether we like it or not, it will continue to do so. Marketing comes in many shapes and sizes, from videos and podcasts to eBooks and blogs. […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in manufacturing, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology
Top 5 Festive B2B Marketing Ideas
With the festive season fast approaching, many businesses may be looking into next year to see what 2023 has to offer. In some ways, work may be slowing down and your competitors are looking to take some well-deserved time off. However, this may be a great opportunity for your business to exercise some festive marketing activities […]
B2B Creative, B2B Marketing Agency Selection
How to stay creative in B2B marketing – highlights from our Gallery visit
When you’re in the business of creativity, it’s critical to garner all the inspiration and stimulation you can. To do this, sometimes you have to step outside your usual environment, immerse yourself in other ideas, and look at life from a different perspective. And what better place to channel such creativity than an art gallery? […]
B2B Branding, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, B2B Marketing in Technology, Customer Experience
What does best practice brand communication look like in the technology sector?
The Velo team looks at five technology brands implementing good marketing practice and where they could be improved further. In a post at the start of 2022 – What are the top marketing challenges facing technology businesses and how to fix them? – we outlined five key challenges we see technology companies confronting when it […]
B2B Marketing in Technology, B2B Search, SEO & GEO, Customer Experience
What the switch to GA4 means for B2B marketing – and how to get ahead
In October 2020, Google announced that Google Analytics 4 (GA4) will replace Google Universal Analytics (UA) and that UA will stop collecting data in July 2023. Whilst there is still nearly a year before the current analytics tool is phased out, many experts recommend moving now, as you’ll build up more historical data within the […]
Velo gets moving for Miles for Smiles!
Did you know the average office worker spends five years of their life sitting at their desk, and the average step count sits between 3,000 to 4,000 per day? Movement is vital – not only for general happiness, but also for maintaining a work-life balance. This was recognised by the leadership team at Velo […]
B2B Branding, B2B Marketing in Technology, Customer Experience
Is there a place for WhatsApp for Business in B2B marketing?
Marketing communication becomes more fragmented every year, with more tools and technologies emerging that are taking community and communications into private channels. The pandemic forced even the most security conscious B2B operations to recognise they needed to open up to using third party software to streamline their operations, and improve the customer experience. B2B companies […]
Mourning HRH: 4 tips on how B2B marketers must stay mindful
On 8th September, the world received the sad news that Queen Elizabeth, the longest reigning monarch in history, had passed away. As we enter a period of national mourning, many will be trying to navigate how this affects the day-to-day. Businesses in the B2B space in particular must be cognisant toward their output. […]
B2B Branding, B2B Creative, B2B Marketing in manufacturing
What are the best resources to help B2B marketers keep up with the latest developments in the industrial sector?
An essential resource list of news sites, blogs, podcasts, trade associations and more for marketing professionals working in industrial marketing. Staying up to date with all the changes and developments in the industrial and B2B manufacturing space can be a real challenge for marketers. To help, we’ve pulled together a list of the best resources […]
B2B Branding, B2B Marketing in Technology
What are the best resources to help B2B marketers keep up with the latest developments in the technology sector?
An essential resource list of news sites, blogs, podcasts, trade associations, events and more for marketing professionals working in the technology sector. Staying up to date with all the changes and developments in the technology space can be a real challenge for B2B technology marketers. With that said, we’ve pulled together a list of the […]
B2B Branding, B2B Content, B2B Creative
Creative takes the spotlight! What B2B marketers need to know…
This is the third and final post in our trend-watching series of posts looking at some of the important trends that are going to impact B2B marketing strategy and implementation in 2022. This post focuses on the creative side of B2B marketing. B2B steps into the creative spotlight The newly launched Creative B2B Lion […]
B2B Events, Customer Experience
Essential considerations when designing an effective B2B marketing exhibition stand and experience
Two powerful psychological forces mean that the trade exhibition sector will inevitably come back strong. Firstly, human beings need to connect. And secondly, we seek experiences. From an exhibitor’s perspective, it is natural to want to create the most eye-catching exhibition stand designs to help maximise attraction and return on investment at a trade show. […]
B2B Content, B2B Marketing in Professional Services, Customer Experience
How to design customer success stories that transform your professional services B2B marketing
A customer success story is an account to highlight the experience a customer has had with your product, the challenges they faced before, how the product has helped, and what degree of success they’ve since accomplished. Customer success stories are used by professional services marketers to reassure new customers that their solution and process of […]
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