In this episode of Print to Pixel, Dennis Kelly speaks with Jarie Bolander, a go-to-market expert and General Manager of Subscriber at Decision Counsel. They discuss Jarie’s unique journey from engineering to marketing, the challenges faced by broadband service providers in a competitive landscape, and the importance of personalization and brand building in marketing strategies.

The conversation also highlights the value of direct mail as a marketing channel and the significance of partnerships in driving growth within the broadband ecosystem.

Chapters:

  • 00:00 – Intro
  • 02:14 – Jari Bolander’s Unique Journey
  • 07:15 – Transitioning to Marketing and Storytelling
  • 09:13 – Understanding Decision Counsel and Subscriber
  • 14:00 – Challenges in the Broadband Service Provider Industry
  • 22:09 – The Importance of Differentiation in Marketing
  • 29:55 – Cutting Through the Noise of Digital Advertising
  • 38:32 – The Importance of Partnerships in the Broadband Industry
  • 44:06 – Understanding Marketing Standards and Best Practices
  • 49:44 – Get in Touch with Jarie

Get in Touch with Jarie:

Decision Counsel Website

Mentions:

Gary Halbert

Decision Counsel

Calix ConneXions 2025