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About Marcus Sheridan

Marcus Sheridan is an unparalleled force in the world of keynote speaking and transformational communication.

Best-selling Author

Over 100,000 copies of "They Ask, You Answer" sold.

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Serial Entrepreneur

Founder, partner and/or advisor to multiple successful businesses.

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750+

Transformational experiences delivered from stage.

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$1B+

In revenue generated for companies worldwide.

Who is Marcus Sheridan?

As a world-renowned communication expert, author, and keynote speaker, Marcus Sheridan helps brands, sales teams, and leaders build deeper human connections and establish more trust with their audiences.

With over 13 years of experience in the speaking industry and 23 years as an entrepreneur, Marcus has honed his craft as a master communicator, helping individuals and organizations transform the way they connect, engage, and influence.

His expertise has been tactfully applied across a diverse range of subjects including Sales, Leadership, Marketing, AI, personal development, and trust.

Marcus' Journey

Starting his journey directly out of college, Marcus demonstrated his entrepreneurial prowess by founding his first business at age 23, which evolved into the most trafficked swimming pool company globally, redefining the power of effective online communication in the business landscape.

Marcus Sheridan's pioneering approach to communication and connection has sparked a paradigm shift, inspiring businesses to adopt a culture of greater transparency and authenticity with their customers world-wide.

His best-selling book, They Ask, You Answer, is not just a methodology; it's a movement that's reshaping how organizations engage with their audiences. It also serves as an indispensable toolkit for those aiming to reinvent their approach to communication, providing strategies that resonate across various sectors and transform organizational dialogues.

From the Stage

A dynamic and interactive speaker, Marcus has delivered transformational experiences from stage to over 750 live audiences across dozens of countries.

His speaking engagements have included prestigious platforms such as TEDx and the main stage at INBOUND. Renowned for his captivating presence and real time audience interactions, Marcus's speaking style transcends traditional norms, making his presentations engaging, memorable, and full of audience takeaways.

Whether sharing stages with thought leaders like Simon Sinek, Gary Vaynerchuk, Seth Godin, and Donald Miller, or through his own online platforms, Marcus Sheridan continues to be a beacon of inspiration for anyone seeking to make deeper connections with their audience and harness the transformative power of communication.

Accolades

Marcus's influence and expertise have been showcased in esteemed media outlets including the New York Times and Forbes.

His insights have been featured in numerous marketing books, further solidifying his role as a trailblazer in the field of communication.

As a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA), Marcus continues to inspire and mentor individuals through his dynamic speaking engagements and youth conference appearances. Forbes has named Marcus “1 of 20 Speakers You Don’t Want to Miss” and his book, They Ask You Answer, was named one of the “Top 5 Marketing Books of All-Time” by Book Authority.

Economic Impact

With so many organizations applying his methodologies for growth, Marcus has generated an economic impact of over $1B in revenue for companies worldwide.

Not only that, but thousands of team members and leaders have benefitted from his communication frameworks while dramatically improving their interpersonal skills, leadership influence, and company culture.

From the Heart

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Marcus cherishes his role as a family man, celebrating his four children, one grandson, and his wife, who have journeyed with him on many of his speaking adventures.

His interests span Fishing, Disc Golf, Condiments, Fantasy Football, and most importantly, his strong faith and dedication to family.

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