Gene Marks is a bestselling author, columnist, and small business expert who writes regularly for The Guardian, The Hill, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Forbes, and Entrepreneur, providing practical insights on technology, business trends, and the economic forces shaping small and mid-sized businesses. A former senior manager at KPMG, he brings both big-firm consulting expertise and entrepreneurial street smarts to every engagement.
The Go-To Voice on Small Business and Technology
Marks is the author of several books on business and technology, including the bestselling The Streetwise Small Business Book of Lists. He runs the Marks Group, a technology consulting firm that helps small and mid-sized companies leverage technology to improve operations and profitability. His weekly columns and media appearances reach millions of business owners navigating the challenges of a rapidly changing marketplace. He appears regularly on Fox Business, MSNBC, and CNBC as a commentator on business and economic trends.
Making Complex Business Trends Actionable
Marks’s keynotes cut through the hype of AI, automation, and emerging technology to deliver the practical, actionable advice that business leaders and their teams need most. Whether addressing a room of CEOs or frontline managers, he breaks down complex economic trends, tax policy changes, and technology developments into clear recommendations that audiences can implement immediately. His presentations combine sharp analysis with humor and storytelling, helping organizations understand what is coming and how to profit from it.