Mark Schaefer

Mark W. Schaefer is a globally recognized keynote speaker, marketing strategy consultant, college educator, and author. He has built his career helping companies and leaders stand out in a world of overwhelming information density.

As Executive Director of U.S.-based Schaefer Marketing Solutions, he specializes in developing overall marketing strategy as well as assisting with training and social media workshops. Clients include both start-ups and global brands such as Adidas, J&J, Dell, AT&T, Pfizer, Microsoft, The U.S. Air Force, and the UK government.

Mark has advanced degrees in marketing and organizational development and holds seven patents. He studied under the legendary Peter Drucker for three years and is currently a faculty member of the graduate studies program at Rutgers University.

Mark is the bestselling author of nine popular books including the first book on influence marketing (Return On Influence), the most popular book on personal branding (KNOWN), the chart-topping "Marketing Rebellion," and the acclaimed "Cumulative Advantage." His books have been translated into 14 languages, can be found in 700 libraries worldwide, and are used as textbooks at more than 70 universities.

He is the host of The Marketing Companion, one of the top 10 marketing podcasts on iTunes. Mark is the seventh-most mentioned person by CMOs on Twitter and is among the Top 10 most re-tweeted marketing authorities in the world. His blog {grow} is often cited in lists of the top marketing blogs of the world.

He is among the world’s most recognized marketing authorities and has been a keynote speaker at conferences such as the American Bankers Association, SXSW, National Economic Development Association, American Bar Association, and the Institute for International and European Affairs. He is the only person to keynote the annual Social Media Marketing World conference twice. Mark has lectured at Oxford University, Princeton, and many other prestigious institutions.

Mark is a popular and entertaining commentator who has appeared on many national television shows and periodicals including the Wall Street Journal, Wired, The New York Times, CNN, National Public Radio, CNBC, the BBC and the CBS NEWS. He is a regular contributing columnist to The Harvard Business Review.

Through his website businessesGROW.com, connect with Mark for personal coaching, marketing and business strategy development, workshops, and memorable and inspiring keynote speeches.