Chameleon Collective

On August 13, Akash Pathak will join a panel hosted by the AMA to unpack the real-world intersection of AI and marketing. Expect clear takeaways, candid perspective, and a forward-looking view on how marketers can use AI to drive smarter outcomes. In Chicago? Come through and join the conversation live. Not local? Stay tuned, because Akash will be sharing a recap right here after the event. At Chameleon Collective, we embed with brands to engineer sustainable growth. That means staying ahead of the curve and helping others do the same. #AIinMarketing #ChameleonsInTheWild #MarketingLeadership #LeadFromWithin

Catch Elise Marquis (de Saint Didier) live in action this September. And not just anywhere. She's headed to Shoptalk Meetup for Women in Chicago. As a panel moderator, Elise will guide a high-impact conversation on leadership in fast-growing organizations and how today’s top brands are adapting to constant change. No theory. Just sharp insights from the front lines. Whether you're in eCommerce, scaling a brand, or navigating economic headwinds, this is a can’t-miss moment to hear from a Chameleon who's been there, done that, and is still driving what’s next. Grab your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/gT5H7riw If you're planning to be there, drop a comment on her post and reconnect. We’re proud to see Elise leading the conversation on how to grow smarter, lead bolder, and stay resilient. #ChameleonsInTheWild #ShoptalkMeetup #LeadershipInAction #eCommerceLeadership

Our own Daniel Pahl, Partner and VP of Growth, is featured in Marketing Brew’s “Coworking” series. He offers a real-world look into how top marketing operators structure their day, find inspiration, and deliver impact. From creative campaigns to the rituals that drive performance, Daniel’s POV is a must-read for anyone building smarter, stronger brands. 📖 Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/gqVJrvi4 This is what it looks like when a Chameleon leads from within. #LeadFromWithin #eCommerce #GrowthMarketing #ChameleonsInTheWild

Outdated leadership models are holding marketing back. Modern CMOs don’t just build brand. They drive revenue, steer strategy, and partner with the C-suite to engineer real growth. If your marketing leader isn’t evolving fast or moving in the right direction, you're already behind. Our latest piece breaks down what next-gen leadership looks like and how we help companies recruit it. Read the full article by Chameleon's David Honig. #MarketingLeadership #ExecutiveSearch #GrowthMarketing #ModernCMO #ChameleonCollective

Is your CRM generating insight or just charts? Too many teams mistake dashboards for strategy. In this blog, Susan Martindill breaks down how smart CRM strategy fuels meaningful sales conversations. And why most demand generation efforts fall short without it. If your team tracks everything but still feels lost in the data, this one's for you. 👉 Read the full piece: https://lnkd.in/eR2BxxpK #CRMStrategy #DemandGeneration #MarketingLeadership #SalesAlignment #ChameleonCollective

Going global? Don’t let your messaging hold you back. Your product’s ready. Your strategy’s locked. But if your brand voice doesn’t resonate across cultures, you’ll stall before you start. Sonja Shahan breaks down the 7 messaging missteps that sabotage international expansion, and how to get it right with local nuance, AI-human integration, and scalable systems. 👉 Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/e8J54zef #InternationalExpansion #GlobalMarketing #Localization #ChameleonCollective #BrandStrategy #BusinessGrowth

Hey Pacific Northwest marketers. The PEER 150 annual PDXYZ event in Portland is almost here. This is your chance to connect with some of the brightest minds in marketing. Paul Suchman will be kicking things off with the opening keynote, sharing the stage with standout leaders: Courtney Carter, Chief Revenue Officer of the Seattle Sounders FC; Heather Davis, CEO of the Portland Timbers; and Erin Dangerfield, SVP of People & Culture at the Golden State Warriors. Expect sharp insights on sports, leadership, fandom, and talent. Plus, enjoy a closing keynote from Adam Carolla of The Adam Carolla Show. It is set to be an unforgettable day of ideas, inspiration, and powerful connections. See you in Portland, @PDX.

Is “Brand” a dirty word now? As AI takes over copywriting, planning, and performance, brand is getting pushed to the sidelines. But this shift isn’t just shortsighted — it’s costly. In our latest newsletter, we unpack how brand lost its seat at the table, why that’s a dangerous move for long-term growth, and what savvy leaders are doing to reclaim it as a strategic asset. Read the full newsletter written by Paul Suchman and see why Brand still builds what performance alone can’t.

Why wait to solve a business-critical challenge when you could solve it now? Fractional and interim leaders aren't a compromise. They're often the smartest decision a company can make. They’re impact-ready, budget-smart, and laser-focused on outcomes. No politics. No fluff. Just experienced leadership embedded in your team, driving meaningful change from the inside out. At Chameleon Collective, we believe in building solutions that last even after we’re gone. Whether you're filling a gap, scaling fast, or rethinking your future, our fractional executives are already geared up to lead the charge. Because progress waits for no one. Fractional C-Suite Rapid Results Sustained Success Big thanks to Jon Michel Greenwood for breaking down why fractional leadership is a competitive advantage. Let’s stop hunting for unicorns and start moving forward with leaders who deliver. #FractionalLeadership #InterimExecs #LeadershipThatLasts #ChameleonCollective #TransformationFromWithin #LeadDeliverRecruit #DigitalStrategy #CDO #CIO #CPO #CTO

Smart PE firms know this truth: strong marketing and leadership aren’t overhead. They’re growth engines. Chameleons David Honig and 🌱 Melissa Pacheco 🌻 unpack how the right marketing mindset drives real EBITDA growth in PE-backed businesses. This isn’t about brand fluff or surface stats. 🎯 Impressions fade. Results compound. At Chameleon Collective, we embed leaders who turn acquisition momentum into long-term value. From strategy to execution, we’re the growth partner built for PE. 🎥 Watch the conversation. Then ask yourself: Is your marketing aligned to the real levers of enterprise value? #PrivateEquity #RevenueGrowth #MarketingLeadership #ChameleonCollective #EBITDA #LeadDeliverRecruit