Precision B2B ABM Strategy with Google DV360
May 30, 2025
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Finastra - Client Overview
Finastra is a global financial technology leader, offering software solutions to banks and financial institutions worldwide. With a vast B2B portfolio spanning lending, treasury, payments, and digital banking, Finastra aimed to position itself as the top choice for enterprise-level solutions among decision-makers in key financial organizations.
Objective
Primary Goal: Drive high-quality traffic and engagement from enterprise-level prospects using ABM (Account-Based Marketing) techniques.
Secondary Goal: Build Finastra's brand visibility in front of CFOs, CIOs, and tech procurement leads in targeted financial institutions globally.
Targeting Strategy
Geolocation: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore, United Arab Emirates
Audience Segments:
C-level executives (CFOs, CIOs, CTOs)
IT Decision Makers in Banks and Financial Institutions
Custom-built audience lists using CRM data and LinkedIn Matched Audiences
Device Types:
Desktop-first targeting (90%+ impressions), ensuring visibility during work hours
Secondary targeting on tablets for follow-up sessions and document review
Campaign Setup
Ad Formats:
Display banners (native + standard IAB sizes)
High-impact rich media formats (Expandable banners, Lightbox)
Creative Types:
Thought leadership content (Whitepaper & Report CTAs)
Webinar & Virtual Event Promotions
Solution-specific banners linked to Finastra landing pages
Placements:
Custom allowlist of B2B finance & technology media outlets
Contextual targeting on articles related to digital banking, treasury systems, and financial transformation
First-party CRM retargeting via DV360 audience syncing
Results
DV360 ABM success:
-40%
Tier-1 demo requests up in
30 Days
CRM match on top B2B sites
84%
Spend hit high-intent users
65%
ROI Summary
Google DV360’s precision in account-based targeting helped Finastra connect directly with top-tier decision-makers, reduce ad wastage, and improve enterprise lead acquisition. With ABM best practices baked into the campaign strategy, DV360 proved to be an irreplaceable tool in Finastra's B2B marketing stack.