Motive Appointed New Chief Marketing Officer
The San Francisco AI company hired Andrew Bennett to lead its global marketing organization.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in People
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Motive has brought on Andrew Bennett to serve as its new Chief Marketing Officer. He will oversee the company's global brand, demand generation, communications, and product marketing functions.
Why it matters
The executive hire comes as Motive looks to advance its artificial intelligence platform and expand its global growth. Bennett joins the leadership team following the company's recent $1.3 billion financing round.
Motive reported $600 million in annual recurring revenue, representing 30% growth year-over-year. The company previously secured $1.3 billion in growth financing in September.
The players
Andrew Bennett
The new Chief Marketing Officer at Motive who previously held leadership roles at Elementum, Conga, and Smartsheet.
Motive
A San Francisco-based artificial intelligence company that maintains its headquarters in the city.
The details
Bennett brings 20 years of experience in sales and marketing leadership to the San Francisco-based firm. He previously held the Chief Marketing Officer role at both Elementum and Conga, and spent 10 years at Smartsheet. He will now report to the Motive executive leadership team.
Timeline
September 2026: Motive secured $1.3 billion in growth financing.
October 12, 2026: Andrew Bennett was appointed as Chief Marketing Officer.
Across the Bay
This appointment follows the broader trend of San Francisco AI companies scaling executive teams to manage post-financing expansion. The hire aligns with the surge of significant capital infusions that have defined the local tech sector throughout 2026.
The changes in Motive's marketing strategy will influence the company's visibility and product growth from its San Francisco headquarters. Residents may notice expanded corporate operations as the company executes its growth plans.
The takeaway
Bennett brings a decade of experience from his tenure at Smartsheet to help guide Motive's artificial intelligence platform. Keep an eye on Motive's future product announcements to gauge the impact of this leadership shift on the local tech market.
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