Marketing Mentors is an online training and mentoring platform for Start Ups and small business.

Roisin Bennett
Marketing Strategist / Brand Builder
Bio
A creative and strategic thinker with a highly focused, practical and results driven approach to business. An experienced technology entrepreneur and respected leader of creative teams, multimedia divisions and corporate communications departments, having created and orchestrated marketing strategies and campaigns internationally. Since 2008, as a self-employed marketing manager and consultant, I have worked with startup businesses in a diverse range of sectors including: elearning; SaaS based management systems and software services. I have brought their product solutions from successful launch to international sales, and on their behalf, secured investment funding and prestigious awards, such as the Eir Spider Awards. My knowledge and expertise extends across all key marketing functions in both the traditional and digital areas and I have a proven track record in business growth and sales management. Current business focus is: startups, new facility starts, technology & project transfers, training and business mentoring.
Expertise
Content marketing
I specialise in advising companies on crafting and executing bespoke content strategies tailored to their unique sector requirements, with a particular emphasis on brand building and enhancing trust and engagement. I have dedicated myself to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into content strategies and marketing plans. Content marketing, combined with a forward-thinking approach to AI integration, equips businesses with the strategies and tools necessary to thrive in the digital age.
Email marketing
In 2019, email marketing is just as essential as it has ever been. Email marketing is a quick way to engage with your leads and to nurture them into loyal customers. It's also extremely cost effective, with some studies showing an ROI of up to 4400%! With so many tools available, I help you find the best tools that meet your business unique needs and to strategically organise your email marketing.
Marketing automation
I specialise in marketing automation and AI, and leveraging the right tools to optimise business growth. My skills in AI integration, prompt engineering, and utilising AI for data analysis and personalised marketing strategies empower companies to enhance efficiency and performance. I guide businesses in choosing the most suitable, cost-efficient automation solutions, ensuring they harness AI's full potential for operational excellence and competitive advantage.
Product market fit
Based on my experience of working with StartUps and research of 1,000's of start up companies, I understand the fundamental importance of getting product market fit right from the beginning. I have developed a step by step strategy and framework which will help you determine your market fit and your unique selling proposition.
Sales
A multiple startup founder and mentor to startups, I specialise in strategic marketing plans, fundraising, branding, marketing and sales strategy support. My business Marketing Mentors is dedicated to supporting start up companies develop and grow their business.
Toolkit
Facebook
12 years of experienceFacebook Ads are a key component of most start up companies marketing strategy as it allows laser targetting of your ideal audience. It can be a cost effective way of getting to your target market if used wisely.
LinkedIn
21 years of experienceI am very proficient in Linkedin and have worked for several years to help my B2B clients grow their profiles and brands on this platform. I've worked on paid LinkedIn campaigns and run sponsored inmail campaigns and sponsored content for several companies and I understand what works.
Mailchimp
19 years of experienceI have used Mailchimp for my own company startups and for clients starting up and also for large corporate organisations. I train in how to set up a MailChimp account to using it to build audience and brand awareness, company newsletters etc.
Zapier
13 years of experienceI have used Zapier a lot and it is one of my favourite tools because it has infinite possibilities. Put simply, Zapier connects the apps you use everyday to automate your work and be more productive. I will advise you where and how to use Zapier to ensure that you are automating processes where possible, from lead generation, to nurture to conversion.
Industries
Government
As a seasoned Communications and Marketing Strategist in the government sector, I bring strategic vision, innovation, and execution skills. I've crafted and implemented the Education Procurement Service's Communication Strategy and led key digital initiatives including website development, video communication, social media presence, email campaigns, and a digital and AI strategy. My expertise spans the latest tech, SEO, content marketing, user engagement, and innovative digital solutions.
Experience
- E-CommerceDigital AgenciesSaaSB2BB2C
Datatrace is a technologically agile provider of digital marketing tools, marketing consultancy and mentoring. Company Accomplishments: Developed and launched business from concept stage to successfully securing high profile brand clients, such as Diageo, University College Cork, Compub, Bank of Ireland and Molsoon Coors amongst others. Datatrace delivered a new and innovative solution, using digital and mobile technologies to gather customer satisfaction feedback, passenger surveys and to build customer loyalty. I worked with multidisciplinary teams of software and app developers both nationally and internationally to develop the product. The company was successful in securing innovation awards and I personally was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year in 2011 as M.D of Datatrace.
Digital Agencies