Chris Jacko

Background

About Chris Jacko

I am a growth-focused senior executive and consultant with nearly 15 years of experience scaling B2B technology, SaaS, and telecommunications businesses across APAC and the Americas. My career spans ASX-listed companies and high-growth ventures, where I’ve consistently delivered measurable results through strategy, execution, and team leadership.As Chief Marketing Officer at FirstWave (ASX:FCT), I led a global repositioning that reduced customer acquisition cost by 41%, lifted marketing-qualified leads by 42%, and improved ROI by 490%. Earlier, as General Manager at FaktorTel (ASX:OTW), I drove a 37% increase in gross profit while leading a complex integration and brand relaunch.Today, as Founder of Savvy MKTG, I work with clients ranging from high-growth ventures to ASX-listed leaders such as Megaport and DigiCo. I specialise in helping organisations-> Design and execute data-driven growth strategies -> Build marketing engines that deliver sustainable pipeline and revenue -> Align sales, marketing, and customer success for maximum impactWhether as a senior executive or consultant, I bring a strategic mindset, commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to delivering outcomes. I thrive on helping businesses simplify complexity, unlock growth, and build the foundations for long-term success.