Ep 60: From ballerina to architecture marketing with Ellie Sharpe

Ep 60: From ballerina to architecture marketing with Ellie Sharpe

Author: Ayo Abbas, Marketing Consultant December 1, 2023 Duration: 36:27

Welcome to the final interview episode of '23 of the Built Environment Marketing show hosted by me, Ayo Abbas from Abbas Marketing.

Today’s episode features Ellie Sharpe, the Marketing and Business Development Director at Perkins+Will.  Ellie had an interesting start in architecture marketing as her previous career was as a professional ballerina.

In this episode, we talk about

  • Succession planning and acquisitions
  • The power of focusing on the human story and campaigns
  • How thought leadership and innovation are key parts of their marketing approach
  • Their approach to awards and the role is has played in boosting visibility
  • How they've re-adopted an 'old school' tool for presentations, pitches and collaboration

Links

Abbas Marketing

Perkins&Will

U+I

About the show

The Built Environment Marketing Show is a podcast for architects, engineers and marketers who want to do better marketing make sure you check out our sizable back catolgue of interviews and solo episodes if you're facing a marketing challenge.

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Hosted by marketing consultant Ayo Abbas, The Built Environment Marketing Show carves out a necessary space for professionals in architecture and engineering. This isn't a general business podcast; it's a focused conversation on the specific strategies and tactics that resonate within the built environment. Ayo brings forward voices and perspectives that often go unheard in mainstream marketing discussions, ensuring the content is both relevant and refreshingly practical. Each episode is built on the premise that effective marketing for these creative, technical fields requires a specialized approach. You'll hear from experts who understand not just marketing theory, but what actually works when trying to reach clients, win projects, and build a reputation in these industries. The discussions move beyond abstract ideas to deliver actionable hints and tips you can apply directly to your practice. Tuning into this podcast means getting a candid look at the challenges and opportunities of promoting design and engineering services, all from a host and guests who have been in the trenches. It’s an independent resource dedicated to making marketing feel less like a foreign language and more like a powerful tool for growth.
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