Co-hosts Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram bring oil and gas sales and marketing leaders the strategies that actually move deals. From AI adoption in upstream and oilfield services to how AI answer engines now decide which energy companies get recommended, every episode turns hard-won tactics into something you can use this week.
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In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram share expert insights when answering a listeners question about selling into the oil and gas industry when you’ve never done it before. They discuss establishing trust, industry knowledge, and strategic entry points. Perfect for sales professionals looking to navigate this complex sector effectively. Brought to you on […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram discuss how oil field service companies can justify marketing budgets without relying on traditional lead metrics. They explore effective strategies for aligning marketing efforts with sales, understanding financial metrics, and leveraging AI for better decision-making. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram discuss essential sales fundamentals for enterprise deals in the oil and gas industry, addressing common pitfalls and practical strategies to accelerate deal closure. Download the checklist mentioned here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MaZrX-fnuZoj1xfr_UFZk-axpl8pRnRx/view?usp=sharing Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram explore the concept of buyer champions, their importance in modern sales, and how to effectively empower and leverage them to close deals faster and more efficiently. They share practical strategies, tools, and insights to build stronger client relationships and streamline the sales process. Brought to you on […]
In this episode, Matthew and Mark discuss how AI and technology are transforming sales leadership, training, and customer engagement. They explore practical strategies for leveraging data, refining processes, and developing skills to stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for the oil and […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram explore the transformative impact of AI on sales, marketing, and reputation management. They discuss how data governance, AI tools, and strategic insights are reshaping industries and what businesses need to do to stay ahead. And they have a little fun with Mark explaining why he sold his […]
In this episode, Thomas shares with Mark Lacour and Matthew Bertram insights on transforming small businesses, especially family-run operations, through structured systems, sales, and marketing strategies. Discover how to build sellable, scalable businesses and leverage data and AI for growth. Thomas Rechtienhttps://www.rechtienconsult.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-rechtien/ Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network for […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram explore the complexities of enterprise sales, buyer hesitation, and effective strategies for navigating decision-making groups. They share practical tips on managing risk perception, mapping stakeholder ecosystems, and controlling the sales process to close deals successfully. Brought to you on OGGN, the largest and most listened-to podcast network […]
In this episode, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram discuss the transformative impact of AI on oil and gas sales and marketing. They explore how AI enhances brand visibility, the importance of digital information governance, and strategies for leveraging podcasts and content to build trust and drive sales. OGGN Blog Post: Why Oil and Gas Companies […]
In this episode of the Sales and Marketing Podcast, Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram discuss the evolution of their podcast and the launch of their new book focused on sales and marketing in the oil and gas industry. They welcome Brian Confer from Capturely, who shares his unique journey from a mobile photo studio to […]
Matthew Bertram—digital strategist and fractional CMO—sits down with RevOps leader Wesleyne Whittaker to demystify revenue operations: aligning sales, marketing, CS, finance, and ops into a single profit engine. They dig into the numbers behind pricing—smart discount guardrails, margin floors—and how to build cross-functional processes that actually flow. Wesleyne also shares her BELIEF Selling framework (Break […]
Two industrial marketing strategists—host Matthew Bertram and Travis Ziebro—sit down to talk shop and show technical companies how to align sales and marketing messaging to win with engineers online. They dig into building high-authority content that reflects real expertise, why generic AI copy falls flat, and how to turn spec-level sales conversations into digital assets […]
In our latest episode, hosts Mark LaCour and Matthew Bertram reflect on a year filled with milestones, gratitude, and exciting developments in their professional journeys. Join us as we explore their experiences and the evolving landscape of sales and marketing in the oil and gas sector. Oh yeah, they also published their first book! Find […]
At the Sellwell Conference, Matthew Bertram, digital strategist and Fractional CMO sits down with Paul Fuller of Membrain to unpack why most CRMs become data graveyards—and how to turn them into deal engines. They cover building a minimum viable CRM that actually helps reps sell: prospecting cadences that stick, buyer/seller milestones for each stage, clean […]
At the Sellwell Conference, host Matthew Bertram digital strategist and CMO sits down with change-management veteran Michael Wright to unpack how to win complex, multi-stakeholder deals in oil & gas. They dig into mapping buying networks, aligning departments with “internal clinics,” and building a mutual, date-driven close plan that survives real-world hurdles (board calendars, signatory […]
Live from the Shell conference, this episode dives into how changing buyer behavior and AI are reshaping complex sales in oil & gas. We cover cleaning dirty CRMs, automating prospecting and meeting notes, using conversation intelligence to spot win patterns, tightening forecasts, and setting smart AI guardrails—practical workflows you can deploy now to sell faster […]
Matthew Bertram, Digital Strategist and Fractional CMO sits down with Arnaud Dasprez, CEO of HexaGroup to unpack their shift from traditional B2B marketing to a full customer-experience (CX) agency for energy. They dig into aligning branding, marketing, sales, and service; how private equity thinks about brand valuation and revenue lift; and why “branding ≠ a […]
In this episode of Matt Bertram, digital strategist and CMO, dives deep into the power of data in modern marketing and decision-making with Robin Sturgis. From the rise of AI analytics to the risks of bad or mislabeled data, Matt and guest Robin Sturgeon of InfoFluency explore how clean, accurate data drives smarter strategies — […]
At the Sellwell Conference, host Matt Bertram sits down with Ariana Smetana (Accel IQ Digital) to get practical about AI that actually moves the needle. They unpack how to integrate siloed CRM, ERP, and marketing data; why teams still live in spreadsheets; and how Excelinsight can turn Excel into an interactive, AI-driven analytics layer. They […]
Live from the Shell conference, this episode dives into how changing buyer behavior and AI are reshaping complex sales in oil & gas. We cover cleaning dirty CRMs, automating prospecting and meeting notes, using conversation intelligence to spot win patterns, tightening forecasts, and setting smart AI guardrails—practical workflows you can deploy now to sell faster […]
Live at the Sellwell Conference, Matthew Bertram and Katie (Murphy Marketing) unpack how to turn complex services into clear, buyer-ready messages. They cover interviewing customers to “pressure test” the pitch, framing why you/why now, and using real-world constraints (regulatory deadlines, capacity limits) to create honest urgency—so technical expertise lands, and complex sales move forward. Episode […]
Fractional CMO Richard Byrd joins Matthew Bertram to show how sales, marketing, and finance win together in oil & gas. Learn the RevOps moves that align messaging, use financial outcomes in pitches, and nurture long-cycle deals—so you stop chasing “leads” and start closing revenue. Episode Links: Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-byrd-0809577/ SellWell Conference: https://www.theghgn.com/sell-well-2025 Sponsor: https://www.ewrdigital.com/ Brought to […]
In this episode of the Oil and Gas Sales Marketing Podcast by OGGN, host Matthew Bertram sits down with Lisa Prusak, CEO of Maxsari, to unpack how strong relationships—not just low bids—win RFPs and long-term business. Lisa shares practical lessons from decades in energy, chemicals, and procurement, including how to: From a three-year RFP journey […]
Laurie Perternal Hall a former NASA engineer turned executive coach who shares her journey from systems thinking to people transformation on the Oil and Gas Sales and Marketing Podcast. She explains why successful change starts with people, not processes, and how coaching unlocks awareness, alignment, and real “aha!” moments. Drawing from years of coaching across […]
Episode Description: In this episode of Oil and Gas Sales and Marketing Podcast by OGGN, host Matthew Bertram sits down with Ian Uarte of Timbergrove at the Sell Well Conference in Houston to unpack the craft of long-form selling in the oil and gas industry. Ian shares how his team uses AI-powered production insights to […]
