Owning the Outcome

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Owning the Outcome is a podcast about the bold bets, hard lessons, and breakthrough moments that define success in the HubSpot ecosystem. Hosted by Sarah McDevitt, HubSpot’s Sr. Director of Partner Strategy, each episode dives into real conversations with the leaders rewriting the rules in an AI-first world—and owning their share of a $30B opportunity along the way.

1. LIS

Season Finale: HubSpot Executives on Growth, Data, and the Partner Opportunity

We’re closing out the season with two of HubSpot’s top leaders—Karen Ng, EVP of Product, and Angela O’Dowd VP of the Global Partner Ecosystem— to share their takeaways and what's ahead for partners. We'll cover: Why HubSpot believes partners will lead the AI transformation The AI-Ready Partner Playbook in action: Where leaders are already generating 20% of revenue from AI services, and what’s holding others back Pricing in the AI era: Why outcome-based and hybrid models might replace billable hours Unified data as the unlock: How Data Hub and Smart CRM help partners move customers from experimenting to ROI Upmarket expansion: Why the partner ecosystem is what makes HubSpot easy, fast, and unified for enterprise customers The builder profile: How the next wave of partners will act as both app builders and service providers The human edge: what Karen and Angie say AI can never replace—and why leadership in this era must remain profoundly human It's been an amazing season filled with stories on how partners—big and small—are leading in this AI-shift to deliver outcomes for customers. We'll see you in 2026 for more Owning the Outcome!

21 min
24. RUJ

Transformation Tips from Bright Digital’s Head of AI & Innovation

This episode is all about tactics and customer value. Join Sarah and Aimane Ben M Hand, head of AI & Innovation at Bright Digital, for a packed 20 minutes on how to build a relentlessly innovative AI-first culture within your business and how to deliver AI outcomes for customers, even when trust has been eroded in the past. You'll learn: How to drive AI adoption internally: Bright Digital’s playbook for building an AI-first mindset and scaling team innovation fast. What to do when AI projects fail: Why 62% of mid-market companies struggle with early adoption, and how to reset the strategy. Relational intelligence in practice: Why human connection and trust are more critical than ever in an AI-driven world. Bright Digital’s AI service mix: From strategy and governance to hands-on agent workflows that boost client outcomes. Practical frameworks for ROI: How to evaluate tools without falling into FOMO and build a realistic path to return on investment. Consider this your step-by-step guide on moving beyond hype, building trust, and delivering measurable AI outcomes.

25 min
16. RUJ

Why Culture Is the Real Competitive Advantage in the AI Era

Gemma Price is the founder and CEO of HubGem, a UK-based diamond HubSpot partner that has grown from a kitchen-table startup to a 20-person team serving schools and nonprofits worldwide. Her story blends bold entrepreneurship, deep commitment to culture, and a clear-eyed embrace of AI as an amplifier of human potential. In this episode, you’ll hear: How Gemma turned her experience in education into a thriving HubSpot consultancy Why every HubGem employee is now “AI-amplified” and what that means for scaling without losing quality The PACE Model (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity, empathy) and how it shapes team culture and customer relationships Practical examples of navigating client fears and resistance to AI adoption Why HubGem’s people-first approach earned recognition at the British HR Awards Gemma’s advice to other partners on scaling authentically while holding fast to their values It’s a masterclass in building hybrid teams where humans and AI work together—without losing the heart of the business.

26 min
27. KOL

HubSpot's New Chief Sales Officer on Partners, AI, and Upmarket

HubSpot’s new Chief Sales Officer, David Cohen, has spent the last six months traveling the globe meeting partners and customers. What he’s learned is shaping not only how HubSpot goes to market, but how to win upmarket—together. It’s a conversation about leadership, the AI transformation reshaping go-to-market, customer value, and why partners are central to winning the next era of growth.

25 min
21. KOL

AI, Sports, and Global Impact: The Engaging.io Story

From breaking into North American professional sports to scaling complex organizations worldwide, Engaging.io has built a reputation for technical depth, honesty, and impact. In this episode, CEO Michelle O'Keeffe dives into AI adoption, why clean data beats hype, the importance of verticalization, and how a strong collaborative leadership style fuels growth across the ecosystem.

21 min
13. KOL

Stay Small, Grow Big: Building AI-First, High-Impact Teams

The next 30 minutes offer a practical playbook for founders and operators chasing enterprise-level impact without enterprise-level headcount. You’ll learn: • How to unify your data model so AI agents operate with precision • Where to apply AI to collapse workflows, cut costs, and speed cycle times • How to re-engineer delivery so humans and AI work in sync • Change management tactics that get skeptical teams on board • Why “AI without the bloat” is the next competitive advantage Tune in to get energized by innovation—and don't forget to review the show and leave us a comment!

30 min
6. KOL

Time to Value, Time to Win: Scaling Smarter with AI and Apps

There's never been a better time to be a builder, and in HubSpot's ecosystem, we're seeing more and more partners who deliver solutions and list apps in our marketplace. Why? Daryl Michel—CEO at Cogent Connective—says its all about freedom of choice and the best way to solve a customer's challenges. This episode is an energizing look at how to scale as a partner today, including: How building with AI can supercharge client outcomes Unlocking new revenue streams with apps A real-world example of how one ERP integration is now helping them close deals faster and at scale The ripple effects on client growth, cost per acquisition, and profitability Building apps to solve for gaps in the customer experience Whether you're a builder, a CEO, or just looking to revisit the idea of building for HubSpot's marketplace, this conversation highlights the compounding impact of combining service excellence with scalable tech—and how AI is the great accelerator.

23 min
30. SRP

Designing for a Generative Future: AI, Intelligent Interfaces, and Enterprise CX

Multimodal interfaces. Real-time personalization. Data privacy. Content ownership. Responsible AI. In this episode, Eve Sangenito of global consultancy Perficient offers a grounded, enterprise lens on the evolving demands of AI-powered customer experience—and what leaders (and the partners who support them) need to understand right now. Eve and Sarah explore how generative AI is reshaping customer expectations, guiding tech investments, and redefining experience delivery at scale. For anyone driving digital transformation, building AI strategy, or modernizing enterprise CX, this conversation is a timely look at what’s shifting—and what’s ahead.

20 min

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Owning the Outcome is a podcast about the bold bets, hard lessons, and breakthrough moments that define success in the HubSpot ecosystem. Hosted by Sarah McDevitt, HubSpot’s Sr. Director of Partner Strategy, each episode dives into real conversations with the leaders rewriting the rules in an AI-first world—and owning their share of a $30B opportunity along the way.