Most Recommended Experiential Marketing Experts

I've spent 20+ years helping organizations build and refine marketing programs, focusing on content strategy, growth marketing, product marketing, GTM, and thought leadership. I've had roles across SaaS, MarTech, ecommerce, and high-growth tech at every stage from startup to enterprise. That experience translates well beyond those industries, including biotech, legal, and emerging tech. I’m regularly quoted in the press and publish articles on topics including growth strategy, consumer behavior, ecommerce, retail, email marketing, and customer lifecycle strategy. A good chunk of my career has been about making complicated products and ideas feel approachable. That means working closely with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to solidify positioning and build content programs that increase revenue. I've managed and grown marketing teams, and ensured my teams were challenged and had the tools and resources they needed to do their jobs well and grow as professionals.

WHAT I CAN DO TO HELP YOU:Your customers are your best (and cheapest) marketers – if you give them experiences worth talking about. That’s where I come in. As a keynote speaker, author, and customer experience (CX) expert, I help businesses turn everyday interactions into unforgettable moments that drive loyalty, word-of-mouth marketing, and revenue. Want a taste of what I bring to the stage? Watch my speaker's reel: bit.ly/DanGingiss2025 HOW I DO IT:With two decades leading marketing and CX teams at Discover, McDonald’s, and Humana (plus two B2Bs), I know what works – and what doesn’t. I provide simple, practical, and actionable CX strategies that don’t require a massive budget or tech overhaul. WHY IT WORKS:Nobody shares an average experience. They talk about the things they love or the things they can’t stand – and I’m here to make sure your business falls into the first category. Creating remarkable experiences will increase customer retention and also attract new customers. The result is more customers who spend more, stay loyal longer, and tell others about you. WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT:Curious about some unique and fun facts about me? It’s all here: dangingiss.com/about WHERE YOU’VE SEEN ME: Author: The Experience Maker & Winning at Social Customer Care Podcast Host: Experience This! & Focus on Customer Service Featured in: AdAge, Inc., Forbes, NBC, Chicago Tribune, Social Media Today, CEOWorld, and on the cover of CXO Magazine AWARDS & RECOGNITION:World’s Top 30 Customer Experience ProfessionalsTop 50 Customer Service Experts of the Decade100 Best CX & Customer Service Books of All Time WHAT CLIENTS SAY:"Extremely relevant... his energy and passion for CX are infectious. Would book him again in a heartbeat!""He exceeded my wildest expectations.""Dan is very easy to work with and left a lasting impression.""He was such a hit that we brought him back!"“I have never seen a business speaker get a standing ovation from our group until Dan spoke to them about CX." WHAT AUDIENCES SAY:"By far the best keynote I’ve ever attended.""You delivered the best opening event message I’ve heard in years.""Engaging, actionable, and absolutely relatable.""This is a game changer.""Dan Gingiss is making marketing great again." LET'S TALK ABOUT YOU! (508) BOOK-DAN | * dan@dangingiss.com | dangingiss.com Newsletter: cxnewsletter.com Book a call: calendly.com/dgingiss

I help businesses turn attention into measurable action through practical, response-driven marketing strategy and creative execution. As Founder and Executive Creative Director of STS Next, I bring decades of experience helping brands, entrepreneurs, and business owners improve direct-to-consumer sales, lead generation, web traffic, conversions, and retail lift. My work focuses on what actually moves customers: clear positioning, compelling storytelling, credible proof, strong offers, and calls to action that reduce friction and drive response. I have worked across television, CTV, streaming, digital, social video, and other performance-focused channels, always with an emphasis on strategy, accountability, and measurable results. I enjoy helping founders, small business owners, and growth-minded teams identify what is not working in their marketing and build a more practical path forward. My perspective is grounded in real-world campaign experience, customer attention, education, demonstration, validation, and trust-building communication.

Mike Montague is the founder of Avenue9, a Human-First AI Marketing® agency, which helps companies scale growth with his Human+AI Capability Map™. He is known for practical frameworks that turn AI into a trained teammate rather than a generic content tool, helping teams increase productivity, improve customer experience, and build trust at scale. He has worked with global brands including LinkedIn, HubSpot, Uber, ThermoFisher Scientific, Sandler, Jiffy Lube, Zoom, Bud Light, and the Kansas City Chiefs, and now, he uses his decades of past marketing experience and the AI tools of the future to help small businesses SMBs market like big brands. Mike is the author of the upcoming book Human-First AI Marketing. His previous books, Playful Humans was an Amazon #1 Best-Seller in the Happiness category, and LinkedIn The Sandler Way was a collaboration between LinkedIn and Sandler sales training that was downloaded by more than 80,000 people. Mike is an accomplished speaker and entertainer, performing on over 3,000 stages as a keynote speaker, game show host, and radio DJ, including performing with Billy Idol, Frankie Valli, and speaking at industry-leading events like Inbound and ATD. He has interviewed over 1,000 sales, marketing, and leadership experts on his multiple business podcasts, which have collectively garnered over 4 million downloads. As a former web developer of over 200 websites, he also regularly speaks about SEO and the transition to AEO (Answer Engine Optimization). He is widely known for a simple philosophy: AI should amplify authenticity, not replace it with automation. His work centers on turning AI into a trained teammate that enhances human creativity, judgment, and connection. Quote Angles and Talking Points for Journalists - Why AI is intensifying work instead of reducing it, and what leaders should do about it - The difference between AI as a tool and AI as a trained teammate - How small businesses can compete with enterprise marketing teams using AI - Why trust is replacing traffic as the primary growth metric - The rise of Answer Engine Optimization and how AI is changing discovery - How to redesign marketing roles for the Human+AI era - The risks of generic AI content and how to preserve brand voice - What executives get wrong about AI adoption and productivity - How to build human connection at scale with AI systems Short Bio or Introduction: Introduction Mike Montague is a leading voice in Human-First AI Marketing. His company, Avenue9, is an AI-powered marketing agency helping small businesses scale without burning bridges or blowing out their budgets. Mike has worked with giant brands like LinkedIn, Uber, Zoom, Bud Light, and the Kansas City Chiefs. He’s authored two books: LinkedIn The Sandler Way and Playful Humans, and his podcasts have over 4 million downloads. Now, he uses his decades of past marketing experience and the AI tools of the future to help small businesses amplify their marketing impact.

Vikram Mandal is an event industry professional and digital marketing specialist at Hire4Event, one of India's leading event management and artist booking platforms. With extensive experience in corporate event planning, venue sourcing, employee engagement programs, experiential marketing campaigns, and entertainment solutions, he has worked closely with organizations to design impactful business events that drive participation, brand visibility, and workplace engagement. His expertise spans corporate conferences, team-building activities, annual meetings, leadership retreats, product launches, award ceremonies, hybrid events, and large-scale employee engagement initiatives. Through his work in the events sector, Vikram has gained deep insights into emerging corporate event trends, attendee experience strategies, event technology adoption, and the evolving role of events in strengthening organizational culture. As a contributor to event industry discussions, he regularly shares perspectives on corporate event planning, experiential marketing, workforce engagement, venue selection strategies, event ROI, and the future of business events. His practical experience working with event organizers, HR teams, marketers, and business leaders provides a unique perspective on creating meaningful and measurable event experiences.

At Truly, we believe that unique experiences create more happiness than material possessions. From exclusive meet and greets with Michelin-starred chefs to behind-the-scenes tours at Formula 1; and from near space flights to immersive Mi6 experiences with ex-agents; our mission is to help people create and share happy memories that last a lifetime. * Winner - Good Web Guide, Luxury Website of the Year * Winner - Online Retail Awards

For the past six years, my family and I have lived and traveled continuously around the world, visiting every continent in a 13-month span and documenting the experience as full-time travel creators. Along the way, our YouTube channels have grown to more than 700,000 subscribers, drawn not to glossy brochure travel, but to the real version: the logistics, the decisions, the tradeoffs, and the moments that don’t fit neatly into an Instagram square. After decades spent running digital marketing agencies, I co-founded ABC Trips, a luxury and adventure travel agency focused on high-touch, experience-driven travel—polar expeditions, African safaris, expedition cruising, private yachts, and deeply cultural itineraries designed for solos, couples, groups, and families. The work sits at the intersection of brokerage, storytelling, and logistics, with a strong bias toward knowing what’s genuinely worth the splurge—and what’s just good marketing. Along the way, I’ve served as a quoted travel industry source for major publications, appeared on network news segments and podcasts, and collaborated closely with leading travel brands, lodges, and expedition operators worldwide. My commentary often focuses on luxury and expedition travel, family and multigenerational travel, travel trends, and what it actually takes to design a location-flexible life that works long-term. These days, my time is split between: - Advising clients on exceptional luxury and adventure travel through ABC Trips - Serving as a media source and collaborator for journalists and brands - Continuing to explore the world with my family—still learning, still curious I’m not especially interested in chasing trends or shouting into the void. I value thoughtful questions, smart conversations, and people who care about doing things well—and enjoying the ride while they’re at it. If our paths cross, there’s a good chance we’ll have something interesting to talk about.

Marketing strategist, consultant and speaker with a proven background in organic marketing, social media, brand management, SEO, content marketing, e-commerce and social media. I’ve worked on projects for Retail Council of Canada, Oxford Properties, West Edmonton Mall (Triple Five Worldwide), Tiffany & Co., LUSH Cosmetics, LoyaltyOne, Victoria's Secret, Freson Bros and others. With excellent reviews from B2C and B2B companies, technology and SaaS companies in premium/high ticket markets, with a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) majoring in Marketing, a Certificate in Real Estate (Commercial), and a Certificate in Leadership. My insights are posted on the NASDAQ, The Sun (USA), US Chamber of Commerce, CTV News (Canada), Shopify, NTD TV (China), Entrepreneur, Retail News Asia (China) Yahoo Finance, Bustle, CBC Radio (Canada), CVM Radio (Caribbean), Voyage LA, Shoutout LA, The Gleaner (Jamaica), SHEEN Magazine, Seaside Retailer, Google News, Retail Insider (Canada), California Apparel News, Betches, Best Life, GoBanking, Industry Rules and more. Let's connect!

I am a marketing strategist and growth consultant with 18+ years of experience across digital marketing, brand positioning, performance systems, and AI-led business growth. I work with businesses to improve how they are discovered, understood, and chosen in increasingly competitive and AI-influenced markets. My work focuses on the practical side of growth, how strategy, content, performance marketing, customer behavior, and AI can work together to create measurable business outcomes. Over the years, I have contributed to campaigns and growth initiatives for brands such as DHL, Walmart, BMW, and Landmark Group, while also working across technology, finance, e-commerce, hospitality, healthcare, and real estate. I am especially interested in how AI is reshaping search, content, decision journeys, and marketing operations, and how businesses can use it in a commercially useful way rather than as a trend. I bring a perspective that combines business thinking with hands-on execution, with a strong focus on clarity, growth, and real-world results.

I studied criminology before moving into marketing, so I’ve always been more interested in what people actually do online than what they say they do. Over the years I’ve worked across search, growth and audience strategy with brands like monday.com, Riverside.fm, HubSpot, Zapier and LeoVegas. Most of my time now is spent exploring how AI is changing marketing, creators and online business. I write about AI, internet culture, audience growth.

With over two decades of experience shaping and scaling digital ecosystems for enterprise and franchise brands, I specialize in the intersection of SEO, AI-Search (AIO), GEO, and structured data strategy — transforming complex algorithms and emerging AI behaviors into actionable, measurable business growth. As a technical strategist and AI adoption leader, I bridge data, content, and automation to future-proof digital visibility. My work focuses on how AI-driven search, voice interfaces, and structured data are redefining discoverability, authority, and conversion — both for brands and the evolving user experience. I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams delivering top-tier results across hundreds of markets, aligning marketing operations, content systems, and analytics pipelines with modern AI-search readiness standards. My approach blends creative insight with analytical rigor, ensuring each initiative contributes to a unified performance architecture — from schema-first frameworks and entity optimization to AI-assisted content production and voice-search strategy. Recognized for thought leadership in SEO innovation, AI implementation, and structured data excellence, I actively contribute to advancing the dialogue around where organic search, automation, and generative models converge. Core Expertise: SEO & AI-Search (AIO) • Local & GEO Optimization • Structured Data & Schema Architecture • Voice Search & Conversational AI • Content Intelligence Systems • Technical SEO • Data-Driven Strategy & Analytics • AI Implementation & Automation Leadership

I am a Digital Marketing Expert with more than eight years of experience helping businesses strengthen their online presence through SEO, digital marketing, content strategy, digital branding, social media marketing, paid advertising, and website optimization. I began my career as a digital marketing specialist, working across different areas of online marketing before developing a strong specialization in search engine optimization and search visibility. My work is built on practical experience, continuous learning, and a long-term approach to helping businesses improve their digital presence. Over the years, I have worked with businesses across multiple industries and international markets, helping them improve search performance, strengthen digital authority, and build sustainable online growth. My experience includes technical SEO, on-page optimization, content optimization, website architecture, search intent analysis, topical authority, entity SEO, semantic search, user experience, conversion optimization, and digital branding. Rather than treating SEO as an isolated discipline, I focus on how search, content, branding, websites, and audience engagement work together to improve discoverability and credibility. I have a strong interest in understanding how search engines organize information, evaluate relevance, interpret entities, and connect people with trustworthy sources. My research and professional interests include search behavior, information retrieval, knowledge graphs, entity recognition, contextual relevance, content quality, digital reputation, search experience, and online authority. These subjects continue to influence how I approach every project and shape the strategies I develop for businesses. Through my professional website, jerinjohndigital.com, I regularly publish articles, guides, and practical insights related to SEO, search visibility, digital marketing, branding, website optimization, content strategy, and the future of information discovery. I enjoy sharing observations drawn from real-world implementation, industry research, and continuous analysis of search trends to help businesses make informed marketing decisions. My goal is to continue contributing to conversations around SEO, search visibility, digital branding, and online discoverability while helping businesses build stronger digital identities and lasting authority across the web.

Digital Marketing Specialist at OUTCLAZ, a premium bag and travel gear brand focused on delivering high-quality backpacks, laptop bags, travel bags, office bags, and lifestyle accessories. My expertise lies in SEO, content marketing, e-commerce growth, social media marketing, performance marketing, brand strategy, and digital customer acquisition. I work on improving online visibility through technical SEO, on-page optimization, local SEO, keyword research, content strategy, backlink development, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, and conversion-focused marketing. I also contribute to product positioning, marketplace optimization, website performance, and customer engagement strategies that help brands build a stronger digital presence. My areas of interest include e-commerce marketing, search engine optimization, branding, consumer behavior, content strategy, AI-powered marketing, travel gear, lifestyle products, retail trends, and digital business growth. I regularly research industry trends and share practical insights on SEO, digital marketing, online branding, website optimization, content creation, and the evolving e-commerce landscape. I welcome opportunities to contribute expert commentary on digital marketing, SEO, e-commerce, branding, online business growth, consumer products, retail marketing, travel accessories, and emerging digital trends.

I consult on marketing projects that need a combination of strategic expertise and hands-on execution. My focus areas: - Digital marketing & campaign strategy - Event marketing & visibility planning - Content strategy, SEO, & AI search - Brand positioning & messaging

Digital Solutions & E-commerce Expertise (20+ years) in Omnichannel Marketing & CX | Customer Insights & Market Intelligence. PhD candidate in Human-Computer Interaction. Independent consultant with 8+ years coaching micro, small and medium enterprises in digital transformation and online business development. Proven track record supporting 3.000+ SMEs across Latin America, Central Asia, and Africa through international development programs (UN-ITC), and national business accelerators. Expert in e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, SEO, and online business strategy with extensive workshop facilitation and mentoring experience.

I help brands bridge the gap between technical visibility and human connection. As the Managing Director of Empire State SEO and a Marketing Strategy & Branding Consultant, my work is driven by a singular goal: to ensure that the quality of your business is matched by the strength of your digital presence. With nearly 12 years of experience, I don’t view myself as a service provider; I am a partner to the business owners I work with. My approach combines deep operational analysis with an authentic narrative to ensure a brand does not just rank; it commands attention. I focus on the strategic ‘why’ behind the data to drive measurable revenue growth and sustainable market leadership. I saw too many talented entrepreneurs in our Tri-State community being held back not by a lack of capability, but by a lack of the right strategic guidance. This is where we bridge the gap. By combining a rigorous strategic framework with deep-level SEO execution, I help businesses navigate complex market shifts to deliver sustainable, compounding digital growth. Whether I am consulting for an early-stage startup or a scaled enterprise, I am dedicated to helping brands own their industry’s digital skyline by aligning their identity with their core operational objectives.

Marketing consultant working with founders and small business owners on positioning, paid acquisition, and AI visibility. Fourteen years across tourism, retreat, and education marketing, running campaigns in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Publishes original tests of how AI engines describe brands, recording every source the engines cite. Available for comment on AI search and citation, positioning for service businesses, and paid acquisition economics.

As the visionary Founder and CEO of Analog Events, I have been leading the way in experiential marketing and event production for over 20 years, working with iconic brands, celebrities, and major entertainment companies. I am passionate about creating meaningful consumer experiences, partnerships, and collaborations that tell a story and powerfully bring a brand to life. With a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, I lead a team of creative professionals who blend the magic of unforgettable events with the promise of a greener future, crafting each moment to leave a lasting impression not just in memories, but also on the planet. I balance big-picture business strategies with visionary creative concepts to continually fuel breakthrough results and drive innovation in the event production industry.

Background Senior marketing and business leader with experience across automotive retail M&A, media, biotech, advanced manufacturing, and public-private partnerships. Currently VP of Marketing at Dave Cantin Group; previously CMO at Green Point and COO at IACMI. Expertise Brand strategy, content and digital marketing, executive communications, media relations, strategic partnerships, public affairs, growth marketing, and market positioning. Achievements Helps lead brand and content strategy for Dave Cantin Group; launched a top-10%-performing e-commerce CPG brand at Green Point; contributed to high-visibility innovation and automotive-facing initiatives at IACMI, a U.S. Department of Energy-led institute. Specializations Automotive retail and dealership market trends, brand-building for growth-stage and advisory businesses, executive thought leadership, integrated marketing strategy, and cross-sector communications. Notable accomplishments Executive leadership across multiple sectors, experience with nationally recognized brands and institutions, and a track record of building visibility, partnerships, and revenue-oriented marketing platforms. Also, owner/manager of a top 1% Airbnb in the Smokies.

My career has never followed a straight line—and that’s what makes it so powerful. I’m driven by the ability to connect ideas, people, and opportunities across industries, blending creativity and strategy to create meaningful, measurable impact. Grounded in a foundation of Political Science and Human Rights, I learned early on how to merge analytical thinking with heart-led values. That combination has shaped every chapter of my professional journey. Today, I serve as the Director of Marketing at EVCOR, where I lead creative strategy, brand development, and marketing initiatives that help innovative teams grow with clarity and purpose. Recently completing the Harvard Business School Digital Marketing Certification, I’ve deepened my expertise in customer journeys, analytics, and modern marketing strategy—skills I bring directly into my work across campaigns, content, and brand positioning. As the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Pharmacy Edge, I support independent pharmacy owners in navigating a competitive and rapidly shifting landscape. From building our digital presence to producing our first conference, my role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, always anchored in empowering others to build sustainable businesses. My background is intentionally eclectic. Certifications in health coaching and yoga instruction have taught me the importance of balance, wellness, and human-centered leadership. These perspectives influence how I lead, collaborate, and solve problems. As the host of The Multi-Passionate Pathway Podcast, I explore what it means to pursue diverse interests without losing alignment or purpose. Whether I’m developing strategy, writing poetry, teaching, or building community, creativity remains the thread that ties it all together. I believe growth begins with small, meaningful moments—a shared conversation, a fresh idea, a new way of seeing something familiar. If you’re passionate about innovation, creativity, and making a positive impact, I’d love to connect. Let’s build something that moves people—and moves the world forward.