Mike Allton

Agorapulse

Leading the strategic design and execution of Agorapulse's partner ecosystem. My mission is to build a world-class partnership program that drives significant new revenue and delivers exceptional value to our agency, technology, and referral partners.

🧡 Architecting the new Agorapulse LEAP (Leading Edge Agency Partnership) Program from the ground up.

🧡 Responsible for partner recruitment, onboarding, enablement, and the overall P&L of the partner-led growth channel.

🧡 Focused on building a powerful new growth engine for the company through strategic alliances and a "win-win-win" partnership philosophy.

Director of Partner-led Growth

Served as the primary voice of the Agorapulse brand, responsible for communicating our story and value proposition to the market.

🧡 Hosted the "Social Pulse Podcast," growing our audience and establishing a key channel for industry conversations. Also developed 4 ICP-specific podcasts for Retail, Agency, Hospitality and B2B audiences.

🧡 Developed and scaled our customer success story program, creating a powerful library of social proof that directly supported sales and marketing efforts. Improved the quality of the stories we tell by 25%. Doubled the number of stories we have published, while decreasing the time needed to develop them through the use of AI and systemic processes.

Chief Storyteller

Laid the groundwork for Agorapulse's partnership strategy by identifying and building initial relationships with key brands and influencers in the marketing and SaaS ecosystem. This foundational work set the stage for the development of our formal partner-led growth channel.

Head of Strategic Partnerships

As Agorapulse's Brand Evangelist, I was responsible for championing the brand and building our influencer marketing program from the ground up. My focus was on cultivating strong relationships with social media educators and industry leaders to expand our reach and establish brand partnerships in their critical early stages.

Key accomplishments include:

🧡 Led the social media and community teams, guiding our owned channel strategy and fostering audience growth.

🧡 Launched and was showrunner for the company's first weekly live show, creating a new, consistent content series for community engagement.

🧡 Created and executed Agorapulse's first virtual summit, driving over 1,000 attendees and establishing a new pillar for our event marketing strategy.

🧡 Grew the Agorapulse ambassador program by 5x, transforming it into a powerful network of brand advocates and influencers.

Brand Evangelist

Partnership Leaders

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The AI Hat Podcast

I help creators and solopreneurs break free from the "time-for-money" trap and achieve scalable growth using the power of generative AI.

After two decades of wearing all the hats myself—from blogger to podcaster to digital marketing CMO—I know the constant struggle of balancing creative work with the administrative grind.

At The AI Hat, I act as your AI Architect, guiding you to build a business that works smarter, not harder.

My work focuses on:

✨ Reclaiming Your Time: I create and teach AI-powered workflows that automate the repetitive tasks stealing your creative energy, from content ideation and social media management to email marketing and client communication.

✨ Scaling Without Hiring: I empower you to build your own custom AI Assistants (your "AI dream team") to handle entire business functions, allowing you to expand your impact and revenue without adding headcount.

✨ Achieving Strategic Clarity: I cut through the overwhelming world of AI tools, providing a human-centered framework to ensure you're using AI effectively, ethically, and in a way that amplifies your unique genius.

My goal is to give you back the hours you need to focus on the work that truly lights you up.

Connect with me here and follow my journey as I build and test these exact solutions in my own business.

AI for Creators & Solopreneurs

The Social Media Hat

Mike Allton is your navigator through the labyrinth of modern marketing. A renowned Strategic Marketing Leader in AI and Data-Driven Solutions, Mike has dedicated his career to mastering the intersection of technology and human-centric marketing strategies.

With a rich background that spans across various facets of digital marketing, Mike has become a trusted voice in leveraging AI and data analytics to not only predict market trends but to craft marketing strategies that resonate deeply with audiences. His expertise is not just in understanding the tools of the trade but in applying them in innovative ways that ensure businesses stand out in an increasingly crowded digital landscape.

Mike believes that at the heart of successful marketing lies a genuine connection with the audience. This philosophy is the cornerstone of his approach, ensuring that even the most sophisticated AI-driven campaigns retain a personal touch, speaking directly to the needs and desires of the consumer.

Beyond his consulting work, Mike is an engaging speaker and educator, eager to share his insights and learnings with others. Through workshops, keynote speeches, and personalized consulting sessions, he demystifies complex technologies and strategies, empowering businesses to achieve their marketing objectives with confidence.

As a Strategic Marketing Leader, Mike offers a blend of visionary thinking and practical execution, guiding businesses through the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape with clarity and purpose. Whether crafting bespoke AI solutions, delivering compelling presentations, or leading strategic marketing initiatives, Mike Allton is committed to elevating brands and driving meaningful engagement.

Join Mike on a journey toward transforming your marketing efforts, where data meets creativity, and technology amplifies the human connection.

Award-Winning Blogger, Author, and Marketing Strategist

Blogging Brute

🚀 Small Business Content Marketing Strategist | Educator | Growth Catalyst 🌐✨

Welcome to Blogging Brute! I'm Mike Allton, your dedicated guide to unlocking the full potential of content marketing for small businesses.

👨‍🏫 What I Do:
As a Small Business Content Strategist, my mission is to equip entrepreneurs, business owners, and marketing leaders with the tools and knowledge they need to flourish in the digital realm. I specialize in developing tailored content strategies that drive brand awareness, engagement, and conversion.

🌐 Content Marketing Mastery:
Explore our extensive resources, courses, and workshops designed to demystify content marketing. From crafting compelling blog posts to implementing effective social media strategies, we've got you covered.

💼 Services:
Discover personalized services ranging from 1:1 coaching sessions to in-depth content audits. We'll fine-tune your approach, aligning your content strategy with your business objectives.

🔧 Why Work With Me?
I bring over a decade of hands-on expertise in content marketing. I've had the privilege of assisting countless small businesses in navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Ready to transform your content marketing journey? Let's connect and explore the possibilities! 🚀✨

Content Marketing Strategist

360 Marketing Squad

Along with industry experts Jenn Herman, Stephanie Liu and Amanda Robinson, I led a private membership group where business owners can receive live training, ask questions, and get a broad perspective on the latest marketing trends and techniques.

Co-Founder

SiteSell

As the CMO, I lead SiteSell's marketing department and coordinate all marketing initiatives, including content creation, social media activity, search engine optimization, landing page creation, split testing, sales campaigns and more.

The entire focus is on helping everyday people with passions and ideas to turn those ideas into real online businesses using Solo Build It!

Chief Marketing Officer

Freelancer

I built over one hundred dynamic websites for businesses throughout the United States and Canada. Each website was driven by a professional-grade Content Management System: Drupal. Each site included a completely custom design (no templates) and a thorough optimization for search engines and social media integration.

I worked with clients to help them understand how they could leverage the power and flexibility of their new website to promote their business online through content marketing.

I also provided premium website hosting services exclusively to my design clients, and ongoing maintenance and support.

In additional to website development and Drupal implementations, I provided:
- Social Media Marketing
- Social Media Training and Consulting
- Search Engine Optimization
- eCommerce Implementation
- Pay Per Click Consulting and Management
- Blog Coaching and Content Marketing Consulting
- Email Marketing Consulting
- Graphic Design

My focus has now shifted to The Social Media Hat where I provide businesses with the tools and information to promote themselves, and I serve as a consultant. I still provide website development to those clients who need a better web platform on which to built their online presence, and I still provide ongoing maintenance and hosting for my existing web clients.

Internet Marketing

Litehouse Pools

I was responsible for helping customers purchase Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, Outdoor Furniture, Tanning Beds, Pre-lit Christmas Trees and Billiard Tables, as well as accessories and service for those items.

Sales Associate

Viking Technology, Inc.

Managed retail store as well as preparation of IT Quotes for businesses and residential customers.

Sales Manager

International Keynote Speaker on #InfluencerMarketing, 🎤 Host of Partnership Unpacked podcast & Head of Strategic Partnerships at Agorapulse | former CMO

For over seven years at Agorapulse, I've had a front-row seat to the power of great partnerships. Today, as Director of Partner-led Growth, I'm putting that experience into action.

My mission is simple: to build a world-class partner ecosystem that drives real, measurable growth for both Agorapulse and our partners.

For Agencies: I'm building our new Agorapulse LEAP Program to be a true growth engine for you. We're moving beyond simple referrals to create a partnership that offers a powerful 3-year recurring commission, free seats to manage your clients, and the dedicated support you need to increase your own client retention and LTV.

For Tech & Brand Partners: Our platform sits at the heart of the social media marketing stack. If your tool helps marketers succeed, I'm open to exploring strategic alliances, integrations, and co-marketing opportunities that deliver undeniable value to our shared customers.

My approach is built on a simple philosophy: the best partnerships are win-win-win—a win for us, a win for our partner, and most importantly, a win for the customer.

If you're an agency leader or a potential tech partner who shares that belief, let's connect!

In this capacity, I will be focusing on surfacing and sharing the success stories of our incredible customers and how they are leveraging Agorapulse to achieve their goals.

Storytelling is powerful, and I look forward to showcasing the real impact of our platform through authentic, engaging narratives. Stay tuned for some inspiring stories that highlight the value and capabilities of Agorapulse.

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