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Comodo CEO On Hiring A Social Media Officer

Ecommerce Conversations · with Melih Abdulhayoglu · May 22, 2014 · 12 min

Summary

In 2014, Comodo's CEO pioneered the

Key takeaways

Themes

brand managementdigital marketingsocial media strategy

Topics covered

b2b social mediacontent strategycustomer engagementdigital prmeasuring social media roisocial media officer role

Episode description

There is much talk about social media sites, and there’s talk of how companies can use social media for marketing purposes. One company doing just that is Comodo, a firm that provides online security solutions. Comodo has recently created a “social media officer” job position and Comodo’s CEO, Melih Abdulhayoglu, is here to discuss it with Practical Ecommerce’s Kerry Murdock.

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about brand management?
Dedicated social media roles are crucial for strategic digital engagement, moving beyond ad-hoc efforts to specialized execution.
What does this episode say about digital marketing?
Social media's role extends to customer service and feedback collection, integrating with broader CRM strategies for a unified customer view.
What does this episode say about social media strategy?
Authenticity and transparency are paramount in social media communications, especially for B2B and security-focused companies building trust.
What does this episode say about brand management?
Measuring ROI for social media involves tracking brand awareness, customer engagement, lead generation, and ultimately, conversion metrics.
What does this episode say about brand management?
Beyond marketing, social media serves as a critical channel for digital PR, crisis communication, and reputation management.

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