Guy Kawasaki: Marketing Expert
Guy Kawasaki delivers high-impact insights on innovation, evangelism, entrepreneurship, and brand influence drawn from decades shaping iconic companies like Apple and Canva.
Quick Facts:
- Chief Evangelist of Canva and former Chief Evangelist of Apple.
- Pioneer of tech evangelism responsible for early Macintosh marketing.
- Host of the Remarkable People podcast featuring global changemakers.
- Co-founder of Garage Technology Ventures supporting early-stage startups.
Formats:
- Keynote presentations.
Audiences:
- Entrepreneurs, executives, marketing professionals, startup teams, innovation leaders, and technology conference audiences.
Outcomes:
- Practical tools for driving innovation and cultivating a culture of creativity.
- Strategies for brand evangelism, customer engagement, and influence.
- Actionable guidance for startups, leaders, and teams navigating rapid change.
- Travels from: Watsonville, CA
- **US Fee range: $50,001 - $75,000
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Keynote Topics:
The Art of Innovation
This speech explains how to create innovative products and services using tactical and practical techniques.
It is best suited for organizations that want to jump to the next curve. It is Guy’s most popular speech.
The Art of the Start
The speech about how to create a new company. It reflects the knowledge Guy has gained from Apple, starting multiple companies, working as a venture capitalist, and advising dozens of companies.
His book by the same name is the de facto standard for books about entrepreneurship.
Other Topics
- The Art of Innovation
- The Art of the Start
- The Art of Enchantment
- The Art of Social Media
- The Lessons of Steve Jobs
Talent Short Bio
Guy Kawasaki is a global authority on innovation, technology evangelism, and digital transformation. As the Chief Evangelist of Canva and former Chief Evangelist of Apple, he has played pivotal roles in two of the world’s most influential technology brands. A bestselling author, renowned keynote speaker, and host of the acclaimed Remarkable People podcast, Guy empowers audiences with actionable strategies for creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial success.
His journey began in the 1980s at Apple, where he helped launch and market the Macintosh. His work not only helped shape Apple’s early identity but established the blueprint for modern tech evangelism. Guy later brought his expertise into the startup ecosystem as co-founder of Garage Technology Ventures, advising early-stage founders and guiding disruptive companies.
Guy’s academic achievements reflect the depth of his intellectual foundation. He holds a BA from Stanford University, an MBA from UCLA, and an honorary doctorate from Babson College. He also contributes to academia as an executive fellow of the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and an adjunct professor at the University of New South Wales.
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