The short version

Scott Galloway predicted on August 26, 2023: “Meanwhile, he stands by last year's cheery prediction of the death of the CMO by 2025…” Verdict: Missed it. As of 2025-2026, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) role remains common across major brands. While the role is evolving, there is no evidence of its broad 'death' or disappearance.

Prediction by

Scott Galloway

On August 26, 2023

“Meanwhile, he stands by last year's cheery prediction of the death of the CMO by 2025…”

Follow-up

As of 2025-2026, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) role remains common across major brands. While the role is evolving, there is no evidence of its broad 'death' or disappearance.

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