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When hiring a marketing executive, especially a CMO for your SaaS company, one question inevitably comes up: “Do they have experience in our industry?” It’s a fair question. Industry specialization can bring certain advantages. But it’s not always the dealbreaker many think it is. In fact, some of the most effective CMOs come from outside the niche. Let’s break down when industry experience matters, and when core marketing competency matters more.