Gary Vaynerchuk

Gary Vaynerchuk grew up in New Jersey as the son of a Soviet immigrant who ran a liquor store. At 22, he took over the family business, grew it from $3 million to $60 million in five years using early internet wine reviews, and then helped build some of the most influential companies in the digital economy. As co-founder and chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, and one of the most followed business voices on social media with tens of millions of followers, he speaks on entrepreneurship, digital marketing, the attention economy, self-awareness, and the business opportunities hiding in plain sight for anyone willing to pay attention to where culture is heading.

Document, Don’t Create
Vaynerchuk’s most influential content concept — document, don’t create — captured an insight about authentic brand building that transformed how thousands of businesses and individuals think about social media. His broader philosophy, summarized in books including Crush It!, Jab Jab Jab Right Hook, and Twelve and a Half, argues that patience, self-awareness, and genuine value delivery are the sustainable competitive advantages in a world drowning in short-term thinking.

The Attention Economy
Vaynerchuk’s keynotes translate his on-the-ground experience building brands across every major social platform into immediately actionable insights for corporate audiences. He has sold out arenas, keynoted VeeCon, and worked with Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, Chase, and the New York Jets.

Gary Vaynerchuk delivers keynotes on entrepreneurship, digital marketing, building brands in the attention economy, and the patient, self-aware mindset that turns cultural trends into lasting business advantage.

Day Trading Attention

A comprehensive approach to modern storytelling, Gary focuses on exploiting underpriced attention channels to drive brand and sales growth. This concept goes beyond the realm of social media, encompassing influencer marketing, paid media advertising, and innovative strategies like developing collectibles for businesses. Gary’s insights are invaluable for a diverse audience ranging from content creators, B2B SaaS leaders, and local entrepreneurs, Fortune 500 executives, and brand managers. This talk promises to deliver groundbreaking strategies for anyone looking to build their brand and boost sales in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

Twelve and a Half

Based on his latest bestselling book, Gary shares how he has embraced soft skills like Optimism, Accountability, Patience, and Empathy, to become a better leader. Understanding that emotional intelligence can actually accelerate business success, in his talk, Gary offers insight on how to strengthen these skills. This speech is for anyone looking to improve their leadership capabilities and build a more successful, lasting organization.

Practical Optimism

You only have so much time and energy. If you figure out what to deploy it against, you will maximize your success. No matter what you do, your job is to tell your story and provide value. If you do not build your brand or reputation, you are vulnerable to competition.

Leading with Empathy

Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success – Gary describes the essential emotional skills that are integral to his life—and business—success, and will help refine your skills to improve your leadership capabilities.