Partnership Mastermind Podcast20 Aug 2025

From SDR to VP Partnerships in <5 Years

The latest episode of the Partnership Mastermind podcast features an eye-opening conversation with Alexis Petrichos, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystem Marketing at Chili Piper. Host Chris Lavoie explores Alexis's unique career trajectory and the strategies that have made him a standout leader in the partnerships space. From building a partner program from scratch to turning integrations into revenue drivers, Alexis shares the secrets behind his success and offers valuable lessons for partnership professionals at all levels.

One of the episode's highlights is Alexis's deep dive into the art of balancing short-term pressures with long-term strategic goals. He emphasizes the importance of internal selling and cross-functional collaboration, using real-world examples from his experience at Chili Piper. Alexis also provides a detailed look at his framework for transforming tech integrations into powerful revenue engines, using the Chili Piper-Gong partnership as a compelling case study.

Alexis Petrichos, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Ecosystem Marketing at Chili Piper.

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Chris Lavoie is a leading voice in B2B SaaS partnerships, known for building programs that deliver real, measurable results. As the founder of Partnership Mastermind, he equips professionals with actionable tools, training, and mentorship. After building multiple partnership programs, he launched Partnership Mastermind.

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