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Bedrock: Connecting Sales to Marketing

Through a targeted email strategy, I effectively connected marketing and sales at Bedrock, driving increased engagement and significant sales results.

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About the Project

Bedrock, a leader in professional development, specializes in providing bespoke educational solutions to government agencies and enterprise companies. Recognized for its innovative approach to corporate education, Bedrock sought to expand its impact by targeting significant accounts for its online courses.

Objective

The primary objective was to engage large-scale enterprises and government agencies, guiding them through an educational journey that culminates in the purchase of Bedrock's online courses. The target was to close deals for courses with at least 150 seats.

The strategic, segmented nurture drip email campaign, combining audience customization, engaging content, and sales alignment, resulted in a 35% open rate, a 20% click-through rate, a major deal closure, and enhanced brand recognition for Bedrock in corporate education.

Strategy

To achieve this, I carried out a meticulously crafted nurture drip email campaign. The strategy was segmented into the following phases:

Audience Identification and Customization:

  • Targeted high-potential accounts were identified through a combination of data analytics and market research.
  • Email content was tailored to address the specific learning needs and challenges faced by each organization.

Content Development and Resource Provision:

  • Developed engaging and informative content that highlighted Bedrock's unique value in corporate education.
  • Included resources like case studies, whitepapers, and free trial access to parts of the course.

Nurture Drip Campaign Execution:

  • A series of emails were designed to gradually build interest and knowledge about Bedrock's offerings.
  • The campaign employed A/B testing to optimize subject lines, content, and call-to-actions.

Sales Alignment and Follow-up:

  • Close coordination with the sales team to ensure timely follow-up after key email interactions.
  • Utilized email engagement data to identify the most promising leads for sales calls.

Results

The campaign was a resounding success, yielding impressive outcomes:

  • A 35% open rate and 20% click-through rate, significantly above industry averages.
  • Successfully closed a deal for a 150-seat purchase of an online course within three months of the campaign's launch.
  • Increased overall sales leads by 50% compared to the previous quarter.
  • Enhanced brand recognition and authority in the corporate education sector.

Key Takeaways

  • Targeted, well-crafted email campaigns can be extremely effective in engaging and converting high-value accounts in specialized sectors.
  • Aligning content strategy with audience needs and sales objectives is crucial for campaign success.
  • Ongoing optimization and sales alignment are essential for maximizing the impact of digital marketing efforts.

Conclusion:

Bedrock's strategic approach to digital marketing not only facilitated a significant sales achievement but also reinforced its position as a thought leader in the corporate education domain. This case study exemplifies the power of targeted digital strategies in achieving tangible business results.