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A dedicated page showcasing insights and thought leadership from business and marketing industry experts. Here, industry gurus spill their secrets (and occasionally their coffee). Dive into a smorgasbord of wisdom and wit, served up by the crème de la crème of the business and marketing world.
Online Business Management
Anja Riemer-Grobe, the creator of the 3P Method™, excels in guiding professional service firms towards growth. As CEO of Management Made Easy, she champions efficient communication and strong relationships within service companies. Anja, a certified psychological advisor and executive travel planner, believes in the transformative power of trust and relationships in global business success.
Podcasting & Branding
Annemarie Cross, known as 'The Podcasting Queen,' is an award-winning podcast host, producer, and business & personal brand strategist. Starting her podcasting journey in 2008, she's been recognized among the top global podcasts for entrepreneurs, including by Entrepreneur.com. Annemarie aids Change Makers and Thought Leaders in transitioning from invisible to influential through their podcasts. With a rich career background, she's Australia's only triple-certified résumé writer/career coach and has been awarded for her expertise. Holding numerous certifications, including in personal branding, résumé writing, and neuro-linguistics programming, Annemarie's impact in the career space is profound.
Men's Life Coach
Anthony Treas, MPH, is a renowned men's life coach, emphasizing personal development and empowerment. Featured in numerous articles, including GQ, and on popular podcasts, he addresses PTSD, mental health, and finding purpose. Anthony's background, including service in the U.S. Marine Corps and Army National Guard, informs his coaching approach. After earning degrees in Public Health and certifications, he created the S.T.R.O.N.G. Method for men's coaching. As the founder of STRONG Men Coaching, he's dedicated to empowering men in various life aspects. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, Anthony remains committed to personal growth and cutting-edge research.
Virtual Assistant Industry Expert
Barbara Turley, a dedicated mom and entrepreneur, successfully built a 350-employee virtual assistant company while balancing family life between Europe's mountains and Australia's beaches. Her secret? Mastering systems, process delegation, and leveraging offshore teams in the Philippines. At The Virtual Hub, she offers managed, trained virtual assistants, helping businesses from e-commerce to coaching eliminate busywork and focus on growth.
Creating Marketing Automation Vehicles
Ben Adkins is a licensed chiropractor and the visionary behind Closer’s Cafe. Leveraging Facebook marketing, he expanded his chiropractic business and later assisted other local enterprises. He established the Closer’s Cafe blog and mastermind as a guide for budding Facebook agencies. Passionate about aiding experts and entrepreneurs, Ben specializes in creating "marketing automation vehicles" to expedite their business growth and profitability.
Video Marketing Strategy
Ben Amos, Founder and Creative Director of Innovate Media, is a leading figure in Queensland's online video strategy and production realm. He also founded Vlog Pod, serves as Chief Digital Strategist at Engage Video Marketing, and is penning a book on strategic online video for entrepreneurs. Ben hosts the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, emphasizing the transformative power of video marketing. An entrepreneur, marketer, strategist, author, and educator, Ben is passionate about leveraging online video to enhance business growth.
Podcast Production & Audience Growth
Benjamin Shapiro is the founder of I Hear Everything, a company specializing in podcast production and audience growth, leveraging over 15 years of marketing expertise. His firm excels in transforming thought leadership into engaging content, fostering connections with audiences, and converting listeners into revenue. Previously holding pivotal roles at eBay and various startups, Ben's acumen has consistently placed his produced podcasts within Apple's Top 200. He also hosts the MarTech podcast, blending marketing with tech insights. Ben's multifaceted marketing experience spans content creation, SEO, digital and traditional advertising, and social media engagement across major platforms.
Legal Innovation & Legal Practice Management
Bill Bice, who founded ProLaw Software during his freshman year at UNM, skillfully grew the company to feature in the Inc. 500 thrice. After selling to Thomson Reuters, he innovated with the West km business unit, earning accolades. Now, Bill aids startups, holding leadership roles in companies like boomtime and SportXast.
Email Marketing
Bill McCloskey, founder of Only Influencers and eDataSource Inc., is a 15-year veteran in digital marketing. Recognized by Media Magazine as one of the top 50 influencers in digital marketing and by B2B Magazine as one of the 100 key B2B marketers, Bill's pioneering spirit has earned him accolades and respect in the industry. His contributions include founding Emerging Interest, LLC, and The Rich Media SIG. Bill's expertise and vision have been acknowledged by industry leaders like Sarah Fay, Daniel Dreymann, Jason Burnham, Ryan Phelan, Peter Horan, Annette Tonti, and many others. He's known for fostering community, driving innovation, and his profound understanding of the digital space.
Computer Science & Marketing
Bob Berry, with a 40-year career spanning computer science, user research, and marketing, has been a trailblazer in developing early online experiences for e-commerce and social media. He consults for major tech companies like Apple and Google and is a principal at AnswerLab. A sought-after speaker, Bob shares his expertise in human-computer interaction and user experience worldwide.
