Leading Customer Data Platform (CDP) Advisors Experts

Erin Mills is an AI-first marketing operator, advisor, and podcast host who helps B2B companies turn complex value propositions into pipelines that close. She builds high-leverage systems, positioning that earns trust, and operating cadences that compound across brand, product marketing, and demand. Her approach is simple, use AI where it creates measurable lift, use people where judgment and context win, and instrument everything so executives can see cause and effect. Erin’s teams run disciplined experiments, shorten feedback loops with sales and product, and keep a tight line between story, channels, and revenue. She speaks about practical AI in GTM, executive metrics that matter, and how to build creative, data-literate, commercially fluent marketing orgs. Editors quote Erin for clean language, actionable frameworks, and examples that translate into copy, headlines, and sources. She advises leaders on hiring and leveling, alignment between product, sales, and marketing, and playbooks that survive leadership changes and market shocks. Erin lives in Los Angeles and partners with companies that want clarity, speed, and results.

Daniel Lynch is a versatile entrepreneur and digital marketing expert based in St. Petersburg, Florida. As the founder and president of Empathy First Media, a full-service digital marketing agency, he combines his engineering background with innovative AI-driven strategies to help businesses achieve exceptional growth. With a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida, Daniel leverages his analytical mindset to solve complex marketing challenges. His entrepreneurial journey includes founding several successful ventures, including Medical Bill Gurus, which helps patients navigate the complexities of medical billing and insurance reimbursement. Daniel specializes in integrating artificial intelligence into marketing strategies, developing custom AI solutions that revolutionize customer acquisition and engagement. His expertise spans SEO, PPC advertising, public relations, and lead generation, with a proven track record of scaling businesses from concept to multi-million dollar enterprises. A passionate advocate for empathy in business, Daniel's approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of human behavior. His experience and expertise make him a compelling speaker on topics including AI integration, digital marketing innovation, and entrepreneurial success through perseverance.

Joe and the rest of the Ignite Franchise team work closely with franchise organizations as a trusted digital marketing partner. Their integrated approach to digital marketing focuses on franchise brands, local franchisees and franchise development teams. This has led to a stellar reputation in the franchise community and a Top-Tier Ranking by Entrepreneur Magazine in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Using his 24 years of digital marketing experience, Joe manages the strategic vision and day to day operations of sales, marketing, delivery and client services - ensuring Ignite Franchise delivers a solid ROI for their 85+ brands and 2,000 franchisees

It's hard to write your bio without making the whole thing a humblebrag, but I'll do my best. Most people wouldn't peg me for a marketing guy - probably because my 6'2" 225lb frame makes me look like a 3rd string defensive lineman. Fortunately, I'm a much better marketer than looks would tell. In the past 7 years, I've consulted, managed, and overseen hundreds of client accounts and millions of dollars in ad spend. More importantly, I've been able to pass my knowledge on to our team here at Linear, and at this point, many of them have surpassed me in both education and skill. As a team, they've continually improved Linear's service offerings, built world-class processes, and amassed dozens of client success stories.At Linear, we love to partner with companies that want to grow but lack the bandwidth or knowledge to do so.Wanna learn more about our services? Visit our website lineardesign.com or send an email to luke@lineardesign.com for more info.**Interested in a career at Linear? Apply for our open positions by visiting lineardesign.com/careers

Meet Georgi Petrov, the driving force behind AIG MARKETER, a dynamic digital marketing agency. A multifaceted entrepreneur, he not only owns thriving multi-7-figure online stores but also curates insightful content on his blog at georgiadvice.com. On his YouTube channel, he generously shares his vast experience. Holding an MBA and boasting 13+ years in digital marketing, Georgi has helped countless startups, coaches, and Fortune 500 giants across 13+ markets. A Google and Meta certified pro, Georgi personifies digital success.

Experienced digital marketer specializing in the strategic and technical aspects of web analytics, social media analytics, and SEM.

Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.​

Curious and analytical marketer with a mixed experience managing strategic relationships with omni-channel retailers and running cross-channel acquisition and retention campaigns for direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands. * Experience with multiple CDP, CRM, and ESP platforms to enable customer segmentation and cross-channel campaign orchestration * Building and scaling paid media campaigns for growth and retention * Leveraging machine learning models and predictive analytics for marketing activations & analysis * SQL and a bit of Python for Data Analysis

W. Curtis Preston is an expert in backup & recovery systems; a space he has been working in since 1993. He has written four books on the subject, the fourth of which is Modern Data Protection from O'Reilly. It was published in May 2021. He is the host of the Restore it All podcast, and the founder and webmaster of backupcentral.com, a website dedicated to backup and recovery. Specialties: backup and recovery, public speaking, writing

Curtis Strite is a seasoned technology advisor and SEO consultant with over 25 years of experience building and scaling some of the internet’s most recognizable properties. As a product leader and growth advisor, Curtis has helped transform legacy platforms like Answers.com and CliffsNotes.com into modern, education and content destinations. He specializes in multi-domain ecosystems, internal linking architecture, and structured data optimization — driving exponential traffic growth and improved search performance across hundreds of niche sites. Currently, Curtis leads multiple entrepreneurial ventures under the Strite Ventures umbrella, including local food brands (The Brunch Box), SEO-driven directories, and expert-sourced media projects. He recently spearheaded the launch of Featured.com’s Expert Directories and HARO Journalist Profiles, resulting in traffic multiples overnight. Curtis is passionate about helping companies embrace AI, move faster, and execute with clarity. Whether you’re rebuilding a legacy brand or launching a bold new network, he brings a rare mix of technical depth, creative strategy, and operational insight.

Kevin is the CEO of The Ad Firm, a total-transparency digital marketing agency that helps companies grow and increase revenue. He has over 13 years of experience in the internet marketing industry and is certified in Google AdWords. He leads a team of trusted experts who provide solutions that drive increased visibility on the web. Kevin is passionate about creating new and innovative processes and strategies for his advertising company and adapting to the changes in the online marketing space. He believes that good business starts with good relationships and speaks to every client personally to ensure a good fit. He has a background in finance and real estate, and has helped several companies in these fields to create inbound marketing strategies that focus on customer acquisition and brand enhancement. He founded The Ad Firm with a simple mission: to provide an excellent service that promotes and increases client revenue.

I’m Christopher Tompkins — CEO of The Go! Agency, host of The Bulletproof Marketer podcast, and a straight-talking strategist who’s been scaling brands and slashing BS in the marketing world for over 20 years. You won’t find fluff here. I don’t just “do marketing.” I build strategy that drives measurable, aggressive growth — for Fortune 500s, scrappy startups, and every scaling brand in between. Whether it’s crafting high-ROAS Meta campaigns, launching 6-figure email flows, or unlocking organic visibility on LinkedIn, my work is rooted in one thing: results. I’ve led digital transformations across industries — e-commerce, SaaS, pet nutrition, oil and gas, CPG, and beyond. In just the past year, I helped: An international beverage tech company exceed their ROAS goal by 135% (with over $36K/month in revenue). A premium pet brand generate over $47K in email-driven revenue and skyrocket video views by 490%. A B2B manufacturer dominate LinkedIn organically, growing followers by 33.8% and driving a 75%+ response rate to outreach. And yes, all of that was done without generic tactics, “guru” nonsense, or relying solely on paid ads. As a speaker, writer, and podcast host, I cut through the noise with honest insights, sharp predictions, and marketing stories from the trenches. My podcast The Bulletproof Marketer features unfiltered conversations with global marketing leaders, where we tackle what’s really working — and what needs to die already. My core belief? Good marketing doesn’t lie. It aligns, engages, converts, and scales — if you know how to build it. So if you’re tired of the jargon, done with rinse-and-repeat campaigns, and ready to unlock the kind of strategy CMOs wish they had in-house — we should talk. You can find my work featured across top marketing publications, podcasts, webinars, and stages. But more importantly, you’ll find my fingerprints on brands that don’t just look good — they perform.

My name is Matthew Redford and I founded DATA HIT in 2024 with the goal of providing an effective data and optimisation resource to small to medium sized businesses. Our primary service areas are consultancy, tracking implementation, conversation rate optimisation, and insights / reporting. With over 15 years of experience, I have gained a wealth of experience working in technical and marketing teams across a number of reputable agency and client side roles. Away from my main career path I have also founded a number of successful web-based businesses.

Founder & CEO, The D2D Experts - A sales training/coaching company. Serial Entrepreneur. Built multiple 7 figures brands.

Chris Sorensen is the CEO of PhoneBurner, with a focus on driving innovation in the outbound sales tech industry. Chris is an experienced business leader, from team formation to successful market delivery. With a strong background in channel and enterprise sales, Chris has held senior leadership roles at Hiya Inc. and Whitepages, where he successfully led revenue generation and strategic partnerships. His expertise spans multiple industries, with a hands-on approach stemming from his roots in his family’s 700-acre farm. Chris holds a degree in Advertising from Washington State University.

Is your company stuck in its growth? Are you expanding but unclear on how to manage that growth? I’m Sean McColl, a Business Growth Advisor with 30+ years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience in successfully helping companies overcome obstacles and scale their business. At Trusted Business Advisors, we advise organizations on how to align their systems to get a competitive edge. Our foundational growth methodology leans on the three pillars of Strategy, Process, and People. Strategy starts with where the company is going and how it’s going to get there. Processes are the organizational workflow that supports the mission of the company. People bring it all together. When equipped with the right skills and knowledge to implement the strategy, people feel empowered, and the company succeeds. Are your people aligned with your overall strategy? If not, we should talk … Contact me for a confidential, judgement-free conversation about how we can help.

20+ years in technical broadcast TV production and marketing in DC and LA Shows worked on: NBC Dateline, Good Morning America, DIRECTV NFL Sunday Ticket Red Zone Channel Clients worked with: Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Warner Brothers Pitched and sold marketing concepts to Chime, Nat Geo, and Pokemon International through the Tongal Creator Program Former brand ambassador for Adobe Express (program shuttered in the U.S.)

As an award-winning industry leader and influencer, I live and work at the intersection of people, and platforms. Recognized as a Top B2B Influencer. Global Digital Product Leader: As both a futurist and pragmatist, I drive technology from a disruptor vantage point. I lead companies and boards in discovering and redefining their possibilities by strategizing new paths to enterprise success. I create innovative products and platforms, scale to new markets, and transform business models. Futurist & Influencer: Globally known as a Top B2B Influencer in 2022 and a Fintech Industry Who’s Who in 2021 and 40 under 40 in Silicon Valley. My expertise enables me to bring the latest digital insights to forward-thinking companies. Corporate spokesperson, public speaker and innovative thought leader—evangelizing new solutions from ideation to implementation. E-commerce: I have strong expertise in digital commerce technologies, encompassing B2B, B2C, and P2P markets. My proficiency spans diverse industries, from advertising to payment and connectivity solutions, including blockchain and AI-based platforms. I navigate the complexities of digital product development and marketing with ease, effectively positioning high-growth companies by aligning with strategic priorities in diverse industries. Product Development, Launch, Growth, and Scaling: I engage with startups and top-tier corporations in multinational regions, enabling innovations, new ideas, and products to grow from concept to launch and scaling. My leadership includes mentoring at The Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed start-up accelerator, board membership with Great Nonprofits, and as a prior mentor and EIR at 500 Startups. With proven expertise in guiding startups to Fortune 100 companies on product development, commercialization, and e-commerce strategies, I am ideally positioned to lead management teams, advise clients, and serve on boards of directors. I welcome inquiries, ideas and collaboration to evolve technology and the overall ecosystems. I would also love to hear ideas for my blog, speaking engagements, and courses where I teach entrepreneurship, product management and digital marketing.