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Curious Minds, Bold Moves: Suzanne Kounkel’s Guide to Market Leadership

Jul 30, 2024
Feb 27, 2025
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Suzanne shares insights on her career journey, the importance of curiosity and adaptability, and how Deloitte evolves to meet changing market needs.

“Our brand purpose is an impact that matters to our people, clients, communities, and planet. All of those constituencies are very important to the way we think about the work.” - Suzanne Kounkel

Deloitte, a global leader in professional services, continually adapts to the evolving market landscape while maintaining its legacy of trust and integrity. In this episode, Suzanne Kounkel, Chief Marketing Officer at Deloitte, shares her insights on what drives the company's success. Learn how Deloitte fosters a culture of continuous learning and leverages global insights to meet diverse client needs, ensuring they remain a trusted partner in the competitive landscape.

Suzanne brings over three decades of experience in marketing, sales, and customer experience. She has held seven major roles at Deloitte, providing her with a deep understanding of the company's operations and client needs. Suzanne's expertise in sales and marketing, coupled with her strategic vision, has positioned her as a key leader in driving Deloitte's brand and market presence.

Tune into the latest episode or read the transcript below to learn more. Here are some top takeaways:

  • The Magic of Collaboration: Deloitte's marketing teams partner closely with business leaders, blending their unique strengths to make well-informed decisions. This synergy taps into diverse expertise, fostering innovative solutions and driving growth. By breaking down silos and embracing collaboration, brands can harness collective intelligence to achieve their strategic goals and stay ahead in a dynamic market.
  • Bridging B2C and B2B:  B2B and B2C marketing worlds have much to learn from one another. B2B marketers can benefit greatly from adopting the engagement and analytics prowess of B2C strategies, while B2C marketers can refine their approaches by incorporating the relationship management expertise prevalent in B2B. This cross-pollination of tactics not only enhances customer experiences but ensures brands stay ahead of evolving market expectations. The integration of the best practices from both realms, can make room for companies to create more comprehensive and effective marketing strategies, driving deeper connections and greater satisfaction among their audiences.
  • The Transformative Power of AI: AI has a grip on nearly every aspect of the business world, but knowing where it is best fit is paramount. Suzanne highlights the crucial role AI plays in handling tasks that overwhelm human capabilities, such as parsing through massive volumes of contracts. Embracing AI can achieve unparalleled efficiency, minimizing errors, and unlocking opportunities. However, it is important to integrate AI strategically to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure a competitive edge in a rapidly advancing digital era.
  • Customer-Centric Strategies: Suzanne emphasizes the importance of customer-centricity in Deloitte’s marketing. By prioritizing customer needs, Deloitte ensures its strategies resonate deeply. For example, their personalized campaigns are tailored to specific client segments, enhancing relevance and engagement. Leveraging customer data, Deloitte gains insights into preferences and behaviors, allowing for timely and appropriate messaging. Their campaigns can adapt in real time to stay aligned with emerging trends and shifting interests.
  • Navigating Market Challenges: The trend turnover that marketers face in today’s fast-paced environment is greater than ever. However, Deloitte manages to stay agile and customer-focused through strategic agility, such as their quick adaptation to maintain engagement and relevance. By leveraging real-time customer insights, Deloitte tailors campaigns to current trends, enhancing engagement and satisfaction. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of flexibility and responsiveness to stay competitive and how embracing these practices allows the company to swiftly adapt to market changes and stay ahead.
  • Women Empowerment Campaign- Suzanne shares how Deloitte has been bringing its brand personality to life over the past couple of years. She spotlights their inspiring W.N.B.A. finals campaign, celebrating the theme "girls who play become women who lead." This powerful campaign not only highlighted Deloitte's support for professional women on and off the court but also resonated deeply with their brand purpose. Through intertwining their core values with compelling storytelling, Deloitte showcases its unique identity in a vibrant and relatable way. The overall humanization of the brand through meaningful and impactful campaigns creates a lasting connection with the audience.

Listen to Suzanne Kounkel on The Speed of Culture podcast for insights into fostering curiosity, maintaining brand relevance, and driving innovation in a competitive market

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