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The Martech Report 22/23

Martech is more important than ever, and despite a more challenging economic situation in 2022, martech budgets are continuing to grow. The global market for Martech and Salestech is estimated to be worth $508.9bn.

As our latest State of Martech report finds organisations face a number of challenges around marketing technology. The biggest one is finding the skills and talent needed to drive martech initiatives.

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Tom Goodwin

Tom Goodwin is an expert in innovation and digital transformation, developing his image as a true futurist after many years in the industry.

Tom's approach to the industry has been unique, in his ability to quickly see the power of technologies.

Don't miss Tom live and in the flesh on our stage at AntiConLX Global in London

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