Rob Talbot

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Rob Talbot possesses more than two decades’ experience in leading creative and pragmatic teams that deliver revenue- driving solutions for Fortune 500, mid-sized and growth companies in the entertainment, e-commerce, real estate and technology verticals. His leadership positions included roles at RealtyTrac, Move Inc., Sony Pictures Digital Network, Lifetime Television and HBO. In each, Talbot was regarded for solving complex problems by employing inventive business solutions.
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Your Buyers Have Already Shortlisted You—Or They Haven't

Your Buyers Have Already Shortlisted You—Or They Haven't

Wed, Sep 2, 2026 | Posted by Sabrina Donley

 

Executive Takeaways

  • 95% of B2B buyers purchase from the vendors on their initial shortlist, formed before any formal buying process begins.
  • That shortlist is increasingly built inside AI platforms your analytics can't see.
  • AI referral traffic is roughly 1% of total website traffic, yet 15% or more of conversions appear to originate from AI-influenced research, a gap standard attribution misses entirely.
  • If you're not on the Day One list, spend alone won't fix it.

Part 3 of our four-part series on the evolving AI search landscape and what B2B leaders need to know to stay competitive.

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