Fractional CMO Driving Predictable Growth for B2B Tech Companies

Fractional CMO Driving Predictable Growth for B2B Tech Companies

Partner with Ronan Keane, a seasoned Fractional CMO specializing in scaling b2b technology companies. Leverage 20 years of enterprise marketing expertise, 12 years focused on demand gen/growth, and cutting-edge GenAI/automation to build your repeatable revenue engine.

Partner with Ronan Keane, a seasoned Fractional CMO specializing in scaling b2b technology companies. Leverage 20 years of enterprise marketing expertise, 12 years focused on demand gen/growth, and cutting-edge GenAI/automation to build your repeatable revenue engine.

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20+

years of enterprise
marketing experience

$275M

in revenue in two years

Grow 3x-4x ARR in 18-24 Months

Hitting the Growth Ceiling?

You've built a great b2b product or service. You've secured early customers and hit the critical early ARR milestone – congratulations. But now, scaling feels more challenging.

  • Founder Still Playing CMO? Are you stretched thin, guessing at marketing tactics? It's not your core strength, and it's burning you out.

  • Burned by Pricey Agencies? Got generic strategies and weak pipeline? They don't get your business. Managing them drains your precious time.

  • "Random Acts of Marketing"? Do disconnected tactics feel chaotic? Are you spending money without knowing the real revenue impact?

  • Pipeline Panic Setting In? Leads inconsistent? Sales forecasts shaky? Is the pressure mounting for predictable pipeline, now?

  • Manual Marketing? Are you building advanced b2b tech but not using AI or automation smartly in your own GTM?

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Your Strategic Partner for Scaling Growth

With 20 years in mid-market and enterprise marketing, including 12 laser-focused on building demand generation and growth engines for tech companies, I bring the strategic rigor and hands-on execution needed to build your predictable path to 3x-4x ARR.

  • Proven Demand Generation Architect: 12+ years designing, building, and scaling predictable pipeline machines. We move beyond random acts of marketing to create systems for growth.

  • GenAI & Automation Native: Let's strategically embed GenAI and automation into your marketing and sales processes for competitive advantage and efficiency.

  • The PRISMA Growth Framework™: My proprietary, data-driven framework provides a clear, repeatable process to diagnose issues, set strategy, execute effectively, and measure what matters. (More below)

  • Fractional C-Level Expertise: Get the strategic horsepower, roadmap, and accountability of an experienced CMO tailored to your specific needs.

Ronan's PRISMA

Introducing the

Growth Framework

Scaling shouldn't be guesswork. PRISMA is my structured approach, honed over many years of driving growth, specifically adapted for b2b tech:

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Positioning & Messaging

Cut through the noise and connect deeply with your ideal buyers by defining a unique, compelling position that makes your value crystal clear.

Key Components:

  • Brand positioning strategy

  • Value proposition development

  • Messaging framework by audience

  • Competitive differentiation

Deliverables:

  • Positioning statement and pillars

  • Audience-specific messaging

  • Content themes and narratives

  • Brand voice and tone guidelines

P

Positioning & Messaging

Cut through the noise and connect deeply with your ideal buyers by defining a unique, compelling position that makes your value crystal clear.

Key Components:

  • Brand positioning strategy

  • Value proposition development

  • Messaging framework by audience

  • Competitive differentiation

Deliverables:

  • Positioning statement and pillars

  • Audience-specific messaging

  • Content themes and narratives

  • Brand voice and tone guidelines

P

Positioning & Messaging

Cut through the noise and connect deeply with your ideal buyers by defining a unique, compelling position that makes your value crystal clear.

Key Components:

  • Brand positioning strategy

  • Value proposition development

  • Messaging framework by audience

  • Competitive differentiation

Deliverables:

  • Positioning statement and pillars

  • Audience-specific messaging

  • Content themes and narratives

  • Brand voice and tone guidelines

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Revenue Engine Development

Move beyond unpredictable lead flow and build the systematic, scalable demand generation machine essential to 4x your ARR.

Key Components:

  • Lead generation strategy

  • Lead nurturing and qualification

  • Marketing automation implementation

  • Conversion optimization

Deliverables:

  • Lead generation playbook

  • Nurture workflow implementation

  • Lead scoring and qualification framework

  • Conversion rate optimization plan

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Revenue Engine Development

Move beyond unpredictable lead flow and build the systematic, scalable demand generation machine essential to 4x your ARR.

Key Components:

  • Lead generation strategy

  • Lead nurturing and qualification

  • Marketing automation implementation

  • Conversion optimization

Deliverables:

  • Lead generation playbook

  • Nurture workflow implementation

  • Lead scoring and qualification framework

  • Conversion rate optimization plan

R

Revenue Engine Development

Move beyond unpredictable lead flow and build the systematic, scalable demand generation machine essential to 4x your ARR.

Key Components:

  • Lead generation strategy

  • Lead nurturing and qualification

  • Marketing automation implementation

  • Conversion optimization

Deliverables:

  • Lead generation playbook

  • Nurture workflow implementation

  • Lead scoring and qualification framework

  • Conversion rate optimization plan

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Integrated Channel Strategy

Maximize your marketing impact and budget by strategically reaching the right buyers across the right channels with a unified message.

Key Components:

  • Channel mix optimization

  • Content strategy by channel

  • Cross-channel integration

  • Channel performance measurement

Deliverables:

  • Channel strategy matrix

  • Content calendar and themes

  • Channel integration plan

  • Performance tracking dashboard

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Integrated Channel Strategy

Maximize your marketing impact and budget by strategically reaching the right buyers across the right channels with a unified message.

Key Components:

  • Channel mix optimization

  • Content strategy by channel

  • Cross-channel integration

  • Channel performance measurement

Deliverables:

  • Channel strategy matrix

  • Content calendar and themes

  • Channel integration plan

  • Performance tracking dashboard

I

Integrated Channel Strategy

Maximize your marketing impact and budget by strategically reaching the right buyers across the right channels with a unified message.

Key Components:

  • Channel mix optimization

  • Content strategy by channel

  • Cross-channel integration

  • Channel performance measurement

Deliverables:

  • Channel strategy matrix

  • Content calendar and themes

  • Channel integration plan

  • Performance tracking dashboard

S

Sales Enablement & Alignment

Accelerate revenue growth by equipping your sales team with the exact messaging and tools they need to convert marketing-generated interest into closed deals, seamlessly.

Key Components:

  • Sales and marketing alignment

  • Sales enablement content

  • Lead handoff process

  • Joint planning and measurement

Deliverables:

  • Sales enablement toolkit

  • Lead qualification criteria

  • SLA between marketing and sales

  • Joint reporting dashboard

S

Sales Enablement & Alignment

Accelerate revenue growth by equipping your sales team with the exact messaging and tools they need to convert marketing-generated interest into closed deals, seamlessly.

Key Components:

  • Sales and marketing alignment

  • Sales enablement content

  • Lead handoff process

  • Joint planning and measurement

Deliverables:

  • Sales enablement toolkit

  • Lead qualification criteria

  • SLA between marketing and sales

  • Joint reporting dashboard

S

Sales Enablement & Alignment

Accelerate revenue growth by equipping your sales team with the exact messaging and tools they need to convert marketing-generated interest into closed deals, seamlessly.

Key Components:

  • Sales and marketing alignment

  • Sales enablement content

  • Lead handoff process

  • Joint planning and measurement

Deliverables:

  • Sales enablement toolkit

  • Lead qualification criteria

  • SLA between marketing and sales

  • Joint reporting dashboard

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Metrics, KPIs & Optimization

Stop guessing what works and start making data-driven decisions that demonstrably improve marketing ROI and fuel your journey to 4x ARR.

Key Components:

  • KPI framework development

  • Performance measurement

  • Testing and optimization

  • ROI analysis and reporting

Deliverables:

  • Marketing KPI dashboard

  • Testing and optimization plan

  • Regular performance reports

  • Continuous improvement process

M

Metrics, KPIs & Optimization

Stop guessing what works and start making data-driven decisions that demonstrably improve marketing ROI and fuel your journey to 4x ARR.

Key Components:

  • KPI framework development

  • Performance measurement

  • Testing and optimization

  • ROI analysis and reporting

Deliverables:

  • Marketing KPI dashboard

  • Testing and optimization plan

  • Regular performance reports

  • Continuous improvement process

M

Metrics, KPIs & Optimization

Stop guessing what works and start making data-driven decisions that demonstrably improve marketing ROI and fuel your journey to 4x ARR.

Key Components:

  • KPI framework development

  • Performance measurement

  • Testing and optimization

  • ROI analysis and reporting

Deliverables:

  • Marketing KPI dashboard

  • Testing and optimization plan

  • Regular performance reports

  • Continuous improvement process

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AI & Automation

Gain a powerful competitive advantage by strategically embedding cutting-edge AI and automation into your marketing and sales engine for unparalleled efficiency and insight.

Key Components:

  • AI Strategy Development

  • Automation Solutions

  • Data-Driven Insights

  • Enhanced Customer Experience

  • Scalability & Flexibility

Deliverables:

  • Comprehensive AI implementation roadmap

  • Automated workflow diagrams and process blueprints

  • Predictive analytics and insights dashboards

  • Chatbot and virtual assistant deployment strategies

  • Training programs and change management guidelines

A

AI & Automation

Gain a powerful competitive advantage by strategically embedding cutting-edge AI and automation into your marketing and sales engine for unparalleled efficiency and insight.

Key Components:

  • AI Strategy Development

  • Automation Solutions

  • Data-Driven Insights

  • Enhanced Customer Experience

  • Scalability & Flexibility

Deliverables:

  • Comprehensive AI implementation roadmap

  • Automated workflow diagrams and process blueprints

  • Predictive analytics and insights dashboards

  • Chatbot and virtual assistant deployment strategies

  • Training programs and change management guidelines

A

AI & Automation

Gain a powerful competitive advantage by strategically embedding cutting-edge AI and automation into your marketing and sales engine for unparalleled efficiency and insight.

Key Components:

  • AI Strategy Development

  • Automation Solutions

  • Data-Driven Insights

  • Enhanced Customer Experience

  • Scalability & Flexibility

Deliverables:

  • Comprehensive AI implementation roadmap

  • Automated workflow diagrams and process blueprints

  • Predictive analytics and insights dashboards

  • Chatbot and virtual assistant deployment strategies

  • Training programs and change management guidelines

The Results

3x-5x Pipeline Growth: More qualified leads, faster sales cycles.

Revenue Clarity: Know exactly what’s working and why.

Scalable Success: Hit 4x ARR with a demand gen engine built to last.

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GenAI for Demand Generation & Growth Report

B2B Tech CEOs: You're feeling the pressure. Pipeline's inconsistent. Your last agency left you cold. And AI? Sounds powerful… but also kind of nebulous.

GenAI for Demand Generation & Growth Report

B2B Tech CEOs: You're feeling the pressure. Pipeline's inconsistent. Your last agency left you cold. And AI? Sounds powerful… but also kind of nebulous.

GenAI for Demand Generation & Growth Report

B2B Tech CEOs: You're feeling the pressure. Pipeline's inconsistent. Your last agency left you cold. And AI? Sounds powerful… but also kind of nebulous.

AI GTM Report

Traditional go-to-market planning is a slog. It’s expensive, manual, and maddeningly slow. Strategy sessions drag on. Research eats weeks. Launches stall out.

AI GTM Report

Traditional go-to-market planning is a slog. It’s expensive, manual, and maddeningly slow. Strategy sessions drag on. Research eats weeks. Launches stall out.

AI GTM Report

Traditional go-to-market planning is a slog. It’s expensive, manual, and maddeningly slow. Strategy sessions drag on. Research eats weeks. Launches stall out.

AI-Ready Assessment Quiz for CEOs and CROs

You’ve built something great. But are your marketing, sales, and ops truly built for predictable, AI-powered growth?

AI-Ready Assessment Quiz for CEOs and CROs

You’ve built something great. But are your marketing, sales, and ops truly built for predictable, AI-powered growth?

AI-Ready Assessment Quiz for CEOs and CROs

You’ve built something great. But are your marketing, sales, and ops truly built for predictable, AI-powered growth?

Ronan Keane
Ronan Keane
Ronan Keane

About Ronan Keane

Ronan Keane is a seasoned Fractional CMO with over 20 years of experience in B2B marketing, including more than a decade focused on demand generation and growth strategy.

He partners with scaling B2B tech companies to architect predictable, sustainable revenue growth using his proprietary PRISMA Growth Framework and deep expertise in AI and automation. With multiple GenAI certifications and a hands-on approach, Ronan helps CEOs and founders break through growth ceilings and build marketing engines that drive real results.

Beyond the credentials, Ronan brings something more. A cancer survivor, former youth football coach, and adventure racer, he understands what it means to navigate pressure, lead with clarity, and keep moving forward. His leadership is grounded in resilience, generosity, and faith. He’s worked globally, led both creative and analytical teams, and knows how to connect vision to execution.

Clients trust him not just because of his experience, but because of how he shows up. Strategic, empathetic, and fully invested. He’s not here to impress — he’s here to build, guide, and create real impact.

$275M

Revenue generated within 24 months

$275M

Revenue generated within 24 months

$275M

Revenue generated within 24 months

3X

Average ROI within 18-24 months

3X

Average ROI within 18-24 months

3X

Average ROI within 18-24 months

+45%

Conversion rates using GenAI and automation

+45%

Conversion rates using GenAI and automation

+45%

Conversion rates using GenAI and automation

50+

trusted vendors & contractors powering flawless execution

50+

trusted vendors & contractors powering flawless execution

150+

Inbound SQLs generated weekly

$600M+

Sales opportunities driven by proven strategies

AI Certifications

Google AI

Prompting Essentials

Wharton Online

AI Strategy for Business

MIT

Applied Generative AI
for Digital Transformation

Powering Growth with Intelligent AI & Automation

To accelerate your growth, I embed powerful AI and automation directly into your marketing and sales engine. By leveraging leading tools, I enhance efficiency, enable deep personalization at scale, unlock crucial insights from data, and build the smarter, more effective go-to-market strategy needed to propel your company to 4x.

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Testimonials

What B2B tech leaders say about working with me.

"Ronan transformed our demand generation function from a cost center to a revenue driver. His strategic approach to demand generation helped us increase SQLs by 250% in just 12 months."

Lisa Cool

CMO, GTT

"Ronan planned and implemented marketing and sales ops AI automations for our clients that radically improved their ABM campaigns and MROI."

Vincent DeCastro

President, ABM Agency

"Integrating AI and automation into our sales and marketing process revolutionized our operations. The enhanced efficiency and superior analytical insights significantly boosted productivity, empowered decision-making, and elevated overall operational excellence."

Mike Toplisek

President, Earthlink

Testimonials

What B2B tech leaders say about working with me.

"Ronan transformed our demand generation function from a cost center to a revenue driver. His strategic approach to demand generation helped us increase SQLs by 250% in just 12 months."

Lisa Cool

CMO, GTT

"Ronan planned and implemented marketing and sales ops AI automations for our clients that radically improved their ABM campaigns and MROI."

Vincent DeCastro

President, ABM Agency

"Integrating AI and automation into our sales and marketing process revolutionized our operations. The enhanced efficiency and superior analytical insights significantly boosted productivity, empowered decision-making, and elevated overall operational excellence."

Mike Toplisek

President, Earthlink

Testimonials

What B2B tech leaders say about working with me.

"Ronan transformed our demand generation function from a cost center to a revenue driver. His strategic approach to demand generation helped us increase SQLs by 250% in just 12 months."

Lisa Cool

CMO, GTT

"Ronan planned and implemented marketing and sales ops AI automations for our clients that radically improved their ABM campaigns and MROI."

Vincent DeCastro

President, ABM Agency

"Integrating AI and automation into our sales and marketing process revolutionized our operations. The enhanced efficiency and superior analytical insights significantly boosted productivity, empowered decision-making, and elevated overall operational excellence."

Mike Toplisek

President, Earthlink

Strategic Growth Services

Flexible engagement options designed to provide value while ensuring business sustainability. Below are just a sample of engagements.

Short-term projects

Need to fix a specific problem now? My foundational projects establish critical building blocks for growth. Here are other examples:

  • Website Conversion Refresh

  • SEO Analysis and Recommendations

  • Marketing AI/Automation Opportunity Map

  • Growth Metrics & KPI Dashboard Setup

  • Target Account (ABM) Pilot Strategy

  • Lead-Generating Content Engine Plan

  • Competitor Messaging & Positioning Analysis

Competitive Insights Report

Leverage AI and expert oversight for a competitive snapshot that delivers fast, actionable insights into feature gaps, pricing, and positioning to drive confident strategic decisions without costly consulting fees.

Deliverables

  • Feature Matrix (1-2 pages)
    Side-by-side comparison of core modules and standout gaps across four competitors.

  • Pricing Snapshot (1 page)
    List vs. estimated effective pricing and any trial or promotion hooks

  • SWOT Analyses (4 pages)
    Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for each competitor

  • Tactical Recommendations (1 page)
    Three high‑impact plays you can action this quarter

  • Quick‑Win Roadmap (1 page)
    A simple two‑step plan to capitalize on the gaps uncovered

  • Deliverable Package
    Polished 8–10 page PDF branded to your company, plus an optional 30‑minute debrief call

$3,000 (one-time fee). Bespoke versions are also available

Sales Impact Kit

Your sales deck will be effective; your sales team has consistent messaging; your marketing content helps close deals.

Deliverables

  • Revamped Core Sales Presentation Deck (focused on value & differentiation).

  • Key Talking Points & Objection Handling Guide (aligned with new messaging).

  • Outline/Brief for 1-2 High-Impact Sales Collateral pieces (e.g., Case Study Template, One-Pager).

~$3,000 - $5,000 (Fixed price or tight range)

Demand Gen Quick Audit & Roadmap

Marketing activities are no longer random; you now know what's working; the pipeline is predictable, and you’re sure where to invest next.

Deliverables

  • Audit of current demand generation activities & funnel metrics.

  • Identification of top 2-3 bottlenecks & opportunities.

  • High-level, prioritized 90-Day Action Plan focused on quick wins & foundational fixes.

  • Recommendations for essential tracking/metrics (KPIs).

~$3,500 - $5,500 (Fixed price or tight range)

Fractional CMO Packages

Ready for sustained, strategic growth leadership? My Fractional CMO engagements provide ongoing expertise through PRISMA:

Executive Advisory

Your Strategic Sounding Board & Guide

$3,000 - $5,000

per month

(Range depends on company/market complexity influencing the depth of analysis required and frequency of team interaction needed)

Effort:

~10-15 hours per month

Best For:

Founders/CEOs with an existing marketing person/small team or agency who need senior strategic direction, validation, and oversight to ensure efforts align with the $20M ARR goal.

Focus:

High-level strategy, guidance, and accountability.

Key Activities & Deliverables:

  • Monthly 1:1 Strategy Session (Founder/CEO)

  • Monthly Marketing Performance Review & Analysis Call (w/ team/agency if applicable)

  • Review & Feedback on Marketing Plans/Campaign Briefs

  • Guidance on Team/Agency Direction & Priorities

  • On-Call Advisory Support (e.g., Slack/Email for strategic questions - defined response time)

  • Initial 30-60 Days: Deeper dive review of P & M baselines.

Strategic Leadership

Your Architect & Conductor for Growth

$6,000 - $9,000

per month

(Range depends on team size/structure, number of agencies/vendors to manage, and the complexity of the GTM engine being built/scaled)

Effort:

~16-25 hours per month

Best For:

Companies needing proactive strategic leadership to design, build, and manage their marketing engine. You may have some marketing pieces but lack a cohesive strategy and experienced oversight.

Focus:

Developing strategy, leading execution (through team/agency), building processes.

Key Activities & Deliverables:

  • Regular Strategy Calls to Keep Growth On Track.

  • Clear Priorities & Guidance for Your Marketing Team/Agency.

  • Managing Agencies/Vendors to Maximize Your ROI.

  • Building & Running Your Scalable Marketing Engine.

  • Clear Reports Showing Marketing's Impact on Revenue.

  • Actionable 90-Day Growth Plan & Budget Guidance.

  • A Dashboard Tracking the Metrics That Actually Matter to Growth.

Transformation

Your Hands-On Growth Engine Driver

$10,000 - $15,000

per month

(Range depends on the intensity of implementation required, need for significant process building/change management, potential team building/hiring involvement, and inclusion of any on-site requirements)

Effort:

~40-60 hours per month (Significant virtual/potential onsite presence)

Best For:

Companies needing intensive, hands-on leadership to rapidly build, fix, or scale their marketing function, often post-funding or during critical growth inflection points. It may involve building the team/function itself.

Focus:

Driving implementation, deep operational involvement, team/function building.

Key Activities & Deliverables:

  • Weekly Strategy, Execution & Optimization Sessions

  • Significant Weekly Virtual Presence (potential for agreed on-site days)

  • Hands-on Leadership of Key Marketing Initiatives/Projects

  • Direct Management and Mentorship of Marketing Team members (if applicable)

  • Development & Implementation of Marketing Processes/Workflows

  • Potentially Assist in Marketing Team Hiring/Structuring

  • Deep Performance Monitoring & Leading Optimization Cycles

  • Initial 30-60 Days: Rapid diagnosis across PRISMA, building foundational plans, and concurrently initiating critical path implementation efforts.

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Ready to break through to 4x ARR?

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