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Lucy Heskins

Lucy Heskins

Director of Oh Blimey, Startup Marketing and Product Advisor

1 post by Lucy Heskins

How to navigate being the first marketer in an early-stage startup

Are you the first marketer at an early stage startup? Here’s what to expect, and how to start laying the groundwork to make an impact.

Marketing

Jan 03, 2023

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