#61: How agentic AI can transform B2B event marketing with Travis Cushing, CPO of RainFocus

#61: How agentic AI can transform B2B event marketing with Travis Cushing, CPO of RainFocus

Author: The Agile Brand September 16, 2025 Duration: 23:19

If you had to bet on one technology that will fundamentally reshape B2B marketing in the next five years what would it be, and would it have "agentic" and "AI" in the name?

Agility requires not just reacting to technological advancements like agentic AI, but proactively experimenting with them and adapting your strategies based on real-world results.  It also requires organizational buy-in and a willingness to challenge established norms.

Today, we're going to talk about the rise of agentic AI and its potential to revolutionize B2B marketing, particularly in event marketing.

To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Travis Cushing, Chief Product Officer at RainFocus.

About Travis Cushing
 
As Chief Product Officer at RainFocus, Travis Cushing brings over 20 years of experience in the events and SaaS industries, blending product strategy, customer empathy, and technical execution. With deep expertise in event technology, product-led growth, and integrated data-driven experiences, he is committed to transforming event workflows into strategic business drivers. His passion for people and experiences has built bridges between customers and development allowing RainFocus to execute and build great software.
 
Travis Cushing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-cushing/
 
Resources 
 
RainFocus: https://www.rainfocus.com

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