think like a
build like a
ceo.
creator.
think like a
ceo.
build like a
creator.
where strategy, storytelling & systems meet
My talks are grounded in real operating experience (not just theory), and designed to leave audiences with frameworks they can apply immediately. Whether it’s a keynote, panel, fireside chat, or workshop, the goal is the same: to help founders, creators, marketers, and teams navigate how content actually fits into their business.
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![A panel discussion at a conference about building brand advocacy, featuring six diverse speakers seated on a stage in front of an audience.]()
Brand Advocacy Summit (Oct. 2025)
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![A diverse group of four people sitting on a stage panel, three women and Brandon Smithwrick, holding microphones during a discussion event.]()
clique + create (Oct. 2023)
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![Brandon Smithwrick walking on stage in front of a large audience at a conference or event.]()
Spotlight Conference (Oct. 2025)
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![Brandon Smithwrick, wearing a black cap with gold text, holding a microphone at an indoor event.]()
Creator economy nyc (Apr. 2025)
More than a motivational pep talk
The feedback I hear most often is that the content feels grounded, honest, and genuinely usable long after the session ends ‘cause it works in the real world.
Clear language for how to think about content
Less pressure to chase trends and more confidence in their approach
Practical frameworks they can apply immediately
A better understanding of what actually matters long-term
Clarity over noise. Substance over trends.
Topics
Content as a business asset, not a posting habit
Personal branding without becoming a personality brand
Turning ideas into systems that scale
Creator-led growth and modern distribution
Building trust in public without burning out
How brands and creators can work together better
past speaking
spotlight conference by semrush
adworld conference
latercon
linkedin hq
american influencer council
rutgers university
nyu stern school of business
formats
in-person keynotes
group panels
fireside chats
online workshops
virtual trainings
university lectures
guest podcasting
and more!
Trusted by
in conversation
Most people talk about content. I talk about how it actually works: when you’re building something real, with limited time, and no interest in chasing trends for the sake of it. These podcast conversations are a good snapshot of how I show up: clear, direct, and grounded in experience.
Conversations about brands & platforms shaping the future of marketing, content, and the creator economy.
chatting about
brands & platforms shaping the future of marketing, content, and the creator economy.