Marketing money pits: Where brands waste time and budget

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Updated Mar 26, 2026
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1 min read
Marketing Money Pits: where brands waste time and budget

Key Takeaways

  • Brands often waste time and budget on marketing pitfalls. Learn to identify technologies that drive real growth and avoid hidden costs that hinder success.

  • Panelists from top agencies share insights on optimizing marketing efforts and budget. Assess your tech stack, agency partnerships, and team structure for better decision-making.

  • WP Engine offers plans to optimize site scalability and success. Build faster, protect your brand, and grow your business with a WordPress platform.

  • Explore how to make smarter decisions that spur growth. Get practical insights on avoiding common pitfalls and maximizing marketing strategies.

In the world of marketing, there are many paths to success—the hard part is finding out which paths will get you there quickly, and which are rife with pitfalls.

In this DE{CODE} session, leaders from some of the most influential agencies in web development break down some of the most common pitfalls brands face on the path to success, exploring where brands waste valuable time and budget within their marketing strategies. 

Find out which technologies drive real growth, where hidden costs derail success, and how to make smarter decisions that spur growth. Whether you’re assessing your tech stack, agency partnerships, or internal team structure, this panel will provide a practical roadmap for optimizing your efforts—and your budget.

Video | Marketing money pits: Where brands waste time and budget

Panelists include:

  • Rami Perry (moderator): Partner Account Manager, WP Engine
  • James Bavington: Chief Technical Officer, StrategiQ
  • Phil Crumm: Senior Vice President of Technology, Fueled
  • Chuck Pearson: Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Rareview®
  • Silvan Reinhold, Head of Technology, Rhythm

Conclusion

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