Jon Burkhart: Author, Content Strategist, Social Strategist, Copywriter, Keynote Speaker

Jon Burkhart is the co-author of "Newsjacking: The Urgent Genius of Real-time Advertising" and founder of TBC Global, a marketing consultancy that helps brands rethink their business strategies. At TBC Global, he focuses on content strategy, influencer marketing, social media marketing, storytelling, and content creation workshops for brands and agencies. Jon has led social media and content training for British Design & Art Direction (D&AD) and continues to lead it for the Marketing Agencies Association (MAA).

Jon's career extends globally; he has traveled to 26 countries to consult and speak, working with major clients including Microsoft, BMW, Deloitte, Havaianas, and Salesforce. He specializes in various topics such as "Branding," "Creativity," "Innovation," "Marketing," "Social Media," "Storytelling," "Strategy," and "Written communication." His speaking style is highly energetic and charismatic, focusing on engaging content, curiosity in marketing, and building community around brands.

A seasoned keynote speaker, Jon has made significant contributions at marketing conferences both in Europe and the United States. Notably, he has spoken ten times at South By Southwest Interactive (SXSWi), where he also serves on the advisory board. Additionally, Jon leads the content strategy committee of SEAT (Sports and Entertainment Alliance in Technology), which is the largest gathering of marketing and tech directors for professional sports teams. His previous role includes being the social content director at Iris Worldwide.

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