Automate lead enrichment and outbound workflows with Clay

Growthcurve builds Clay systems that keep your CRM clean, your targeting sharp, and your outbound personalisation genuinely relevant. We connect Clay to your CRM and go-to-market tools, orchestrate multi-provider enrichment waterfalls, and turn intent signals into routing and activation workflows. You get a working engine, not a collection of one-off tables: clear ICP logic, versioned workflows, and dashboards that show what is working. The result is less manual research, higher-quality prospecting lists, and faster pipeline creation without engineering bottlenecks.

Enrichment waterfalls, higher match rates
Intent-to-action workflows, automated
Fix the data problem that kills outbound performance

Fix the data problem that kills outbound performance

If your outbound is underperforming, it is rarely because your team cannot write. It is usually because the list is wrong, the data is stale, and reps spend hours doing research that should be automated. Clay changes the workflow by giving you a no-code engine that can pull from 150+ data sources and stitch those signals into one usable record. We start by defining your ICP in practical terms and translating it into Clay logic. Then we build enrichment waterfalls with fallbacks, so missing fields do not stop the process. Next we dedupe and standardise CRM records, and set recurring refreshes for fast-changing fields like headcount and tech stack. Finally, we sync clean segments back into your outbound and ad tools. You end up sending fewer, better messages to higher-fit accounts.

Why this matters now

In 2025, data quality is a growth lever, not a back-office concern. Outbound and ABM teams are competing on timing and relevance, while inboxes get noisier and buyers expect you to understand their context. The old approach, lists built from one provider and updated quarterly, cannot keep up with hiring changes, funding events, and stack shifts that signal real buying intent. Clay's model, many sources unified in a workflow engine, is built for this new reality. When you can enrich, score, and activate in one loop, your reps spend less time researching and more time speaking to accounts that fit. The cost of doing nothing is predictable: wasted outreach, messy CRMs, and missed windows when prospects are actually ready.
Build enrichment waterfalls that actually resolve missing fields

Build enrichment waterfalls that actually resolve missing fields

Most teams try one data provider, accept low coverage, then blame outbound. Clay lets you orchestrate providers in sequence so you get the best result per field, not per vendor. We design a waterfall strategy for your key fields: role, seniority, verified email, company size, location, tech stack, funding events, and intent signals. Practically, we configure conditional logic such as: try Provider A for work email, fall back to Provider B if confidence is low, and only spend credits on premium sources for top-tier accounts. We also handle CRM deduplication rules so you do not create duplicates across Salesforce or HubSpot. The research suggests these waterfalls can improve enrichment rates by roughly threefold for outbound prospecting when compared with single-source enrichment. You get coverage you can trust, without runaway costs.

Top-of-funnel: find the right accounts before your competitors do

Top-of-funnel: find the right accounts before your competitors do

The best outbound timing is usually driven by external signals, not guesswork. With Clay, we build audiences using real-time triggers such as funding announcements, hiring velocity, tech stack changes, and website intent behaviours. We turn those signals into a living ICP list that updates on a schedule and syncs to your CRM, sequencing tool, or ad platform. Our approach is to define the audience rules in plain English first, then implement them as clear, testable logic: vertical, geography, headcount thresholds, stage signals, and exclusions. We also add safeguards like conditional enrichment so you only pay for deep research when an account is a strong match. The outcome is a cleaner top-of-funnel that produces higher reply quality, because you are contacting accounts that have a reason to talk now.

Where this fits

Clay sits between your data sources and your go-to-market execution. It connects to premium enrichment and intent providers, then pushes clean records and segments into the tools your team already uses, such as Salesforce or HubSpot, outbound sequencing, and ad platforms. It can also link to spreadsheets, Google Docs, a data warehouse, or internal systems via HTTP/API steps. Operationally, Clay becomes your enrichment and segmentation layer: dedupe rules, field standardisation, and refresh schedules live there, so engineering is not a bottleneck. We typically partner with RevOps and Growth to define ownership and approvals, then run a simple change process for workflow updates. It is most effective when it is treated as a system, not a one-off list-building tool.
Mid-funnel: personalisation at scale, without fake 'AI' fluff

Mid-funnel: personalisation at scale, without fake 'AI' fluff

Personalisation only works when it is specific, accurate, and relevant to what the buyer cares about. Clay helps you generate useful context at scale by pulling public and first-party signals into a structured profile: company blurbs, recent news, LinkedIn URLs, role context, and a concise summary a rep can act on. We set up templates and logic for the personalisation you actually need: a one-line icebreaker, a reason for outreach tied to a trigger, and a proof point matched to the segment. Clay's AI Formula Generator can turn natural language prompts into enrichment formulas, which we use to keep segmentation rules readable and easy to maintain. Then we trigger actions such as CRM field updates, audience syncs, or nurture entry criteria. The result is consistent follow-up that stays grounded in real data.

What success looks like

Success starts with reliability: higher enrichment coverage on the fields your team actually uses, fewer duplicates, and faster activation from signal to outreach. Next comes targeting quality: segments that stay stable and interpretable, with clear reasons why accounts were included. In performance terms, you should see improvements in practical leading indicators such as reply quality, meetings booked per rep hour, and pipeline created per segment or trigger type. You should also see operational wins: reduced manual research time, fewer hand-built spreadsheets, and better CRM hygiene. The levers you can control are clear: enrichment waterfall logic, scoring weights, refresh cadence, and routing rules. We focus on these levers and avoid chasing vanity list size.
What is Clay Automation, and what does it replace?
Clay Automation uses a spreadsheet-like interface to orchestrate lead enrichment, scoring, segmentation, and activation using 150+ data sources and workflow logic. It replaces the patchwork of manual research, one-off enrichment exports, and brittle Zapier-style automations that break when a field is missing. Instead of reps searching for LinkedIn, news, and firmographics by hand, Clay pulls the context, standardises it, and pushes it into your CRM or sequencing tools. Done properly, it becomes a repeatable system for keeping your targeting current and your outbound more relevant.
How do enrichment waterfalls work, and why are they important?
An enrichment waterfall is a sequence of providers and rules designed to fill the same field with the best available data. For example, you might try one provider for verified emails, fall back to another if confidence is low, and only use a premium lookup for high-fit accounts. This matters because no single provider has perfect coverage, and missing fields create wasted outreach and poor routing. Clay supports conditional logic and fallbacks, so you can optimise for coverage and cost at the same time. The research suggests waterfall approaches can lift enrichment rates roughly threefold compared with single-source enrichment in outbound contexts.
Which data sources and signals can Clay use for targeting?
Clay can combine firmographics and people data with signals such as funding announcements, hiring velocity, tech stack changes, and website or intent behaviours, depending on your providers and integrations. Practically, we use these signals to build audience definitions that match your ICP and update on a schedule. The key is not collecting everything, but selecting signals that correlate with your buying motions, such as hiring for a function you support, a fresh funding round, or a tech stack shift that creates a trigger. We then translate those into readable rules and scorecards so sales and marketing can trust the segment logic.
Can Clay sync with Salesforce or HubSpot without engineering?
Yes. Clay is designed to sync large volumes of records with CRMs like Salesforce and HubSpot using built-in connectors and workflow steps, so you can enrich and update fields without building custom pipelines. That said, you still need good governance. We map fields carefully, define what Clay is allowed to overwrite, and put QA checks in place to avoid duplicates or formatting issues. We also set refresh schedules so your CRM stays current, rather than becoming stale again two months later. The goal is operational reliability, not a one-time import.
How do you prevent Clay automations from creating spammy outbound?
We design Clay workflows to improve relevance and reduce volume, not to spray more messages. That starts with tight ICP rules, clear exclusions, and scoring so only mutual-fit accounts are activated. For personalisation, we focus on facts and triggers that matter, not gimmicky icebreakers. We also build routing rules so SDR time is spent on accounts with both fit and intent, and we monitor performance by segment to stop low-quality sources quickly. If your goal is simply to maximise sends, we are not the right partner. We build systems that make outreach more selective and more credible.
What does the AI Formula Generator do, and how do you use it?
Clay's AI Formula Generator lets you describe what you want in plain language and generates formulas or logic that can be used for enrichment and segmentation. We use it to speed up the build of complex audience rules, such as identifying companies in a target vertical that are post-Series A, above a headcount threshold, in specific regions, and showing relevant intent signals. The advantage is maintainability: formulas become easier to read and edit, which matters as your ICP evolves. We still validate outputs and add guardrails, but it can significantly reduce the time it takes to build and iterate segments.
How do you manage cost and credits in Clay?
Clay can spend credits quickly if workflows are not designed with discipline. We manage cost by using conditional enrichment, tiered lookups, and staged waterfalls. For instance, we might run low-cost firmographic checks first, then only trigger premium lookups for accounts that pass ICP thresholds. We also track credit burn by step and provider, and we review failure rates so you do not pay repeatedly for low-yield sources. Cost control is part of the measurement plan from day one: cost per enriched lead and cost per activated account are monitored alongside pipeline outcomes so spend stays aligned with value.
How long does it take to get Clay working for our outbound team?
Timelines depend on your CRM hygiene and how clear your ICP is, but we aim to ship useful workflows quickly. We typically start with one narrow use case, such as enriching a defined list and activating a single segment into your sequencing tool, then expand to routing and intent-based triggers. Because Clay is no-code, delivery is often much faster than building custom data pipelines, especially when engineering is busy. We also work on a monthly rolling basis, so you can start small, prove impact, and scale the system as it earns its place in your GTM stack.
Who should own Clay day to day: Growth, RevOps, or Sales Ops?
Clay works best with shared ownership: RevOps or Sales Ops typically owns data governance, field mappings, and CRM integrity, while Growth owns segmentation strategy, activation, and performance feedback. We help you set this up with clear responsibilities, change control for workflow updates, and documentation so the system is not dependent on one person. If your team is small, a single owner can work, but they need time allocated for monitoring and iteration. The main risk is treating Clay as a side project. It becomes valuable when it is run like a core operating system for targeting and activation.
Bottom-of-funnel: route high-intent leads to humans fast

Bottom-of-funnel: route high-intent leads to humans fast

When intent spikes, delays kill deals. Clay allows you to detect and act on those moments by pushing enriched, prioritised leads to the right owner with the right context. We build workflows that score and route based on multiple signals: fit (ICP match), intent (recent triggers), and readiness (engagement or inbound activity). Then we set conditional actions such as creating tasks for SDRs, alerting account owners, or updating opportunity notes with a summary of why the account is hot. We also configure mobile fallback enrichment only for top-tier fits, so the team is not wasting credits on low-probability accounts. The research points to cutting manual research from hours to minutes when this is implemented properly. You get faster hand-offs, higher-quality calls, and less time spent hunting for context.

Integrations and ops: keep your CRM and workflows fresh

Integrations and ops: keep your CRM and workflows fresh

Clay is powerful, but it is only as good as how it is operationalised. We connect Clay to your CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, Gong records where relevant), and then to the tools that execute: sequencing, ads, spreadsheets, docs, data warehouses, or your CMS via HTTP/API steps. We design workflows with versioning so changes are controlled, and we document field mappings so your team knows what will be overwritten, appended, or left alone. We also set refresh cadences: daily for fast-changing intent and hiring signals, weekly or monthly for slower fields. Finally, we add QA checks for deduplication, formatting, and routing to prevent downstream chaos. You end up with a dependable system that behaves like a quiet ops hire, keeping data clean and segments current.

How we measure, iterate, and scale responsibly

How we measure, iterate, and scale responsibly

Clay automations can create a lot of activity, so measurement keeps you focused on outcomes rather than volume. We define success metrics at each stage: enrichment coverage by key field, deduplication rate, list-to-sequence activation speed, reply and meeting rates by segment, and pipeline creation by trigger type. We also track operational metrics: cost per enriched lead, credit burn by workflow step, and failure rates by provider so we can tune waterfalls. Each week we review what segments are converting, what signals are noisy, and where routing rules need tightening. We also run holdout tests where appropriate, so you can see whether intent signals are truly predictive for your market. The result is an evidence-led outbound engine that scales without turning into spam.

Why Growthcurve

Clay is easy to start and surprisingly easy to get wrong. Growthcurve brings the combination that makes it work: senior growth thinking, strong ops execution, and a fast delivery cadence. We integrate like internal staff, build workflows your team can maintain, and use an evidence-led approach so changes are driven by results, not opinions. You also get advantages that typical consultants cannot match: access to top-tier talent, proprietary AI marketing tools to speed research and production, and a real-time performance dashboard to keep stakeholders aligned. We operate on a monthly rolling basis with no long-term lock-in, and we can scale the team up or down as your outbound and ABM priorities change. The goal is a system that produces pipeline, not a complicated spreadsheet.

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