Renegade Thinkers Unite: Marketing Tips From Cmos And Expert Marketers

Filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection is not exactly a CMO’s dream situation. In fact, if handled poorly it could be a career-ending nightmare not to mention the potential reputational damage to the company. Fortunately for Avaya, which filed for Chapter 11 in January of 2017, CMO Morag Lucey provided the kind of courageous leadership that leaves one both awed and inspired. Lest you think we are exaggerating, have a listen to this episode and you’ll want to join the Morag Lucey fan club with us. On the podcast, Lucey explains how she helped Avaya weather the storm and come out all the stronger. Here's what you'll learn: How to present a strong business narrative. How to keep your message simple—even in turbulent times. How to draw up a real vision of the future. How to communicate with your employees. There was nothing fundamentally wrong with Avaya when it filed for bankruptcy; Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) were high, and the brand maintained a healthy reput