DAVE DELANEY RECOMMENDATIONS

"I had the pleasure of hosting a webinar where Dave Delaney served as the guest speaker, and his session was exceptional. From the very beginning, Dave demonstrated warmth, professionalism, and a natural ability to engage the audience. His presentation was clear, relevant, and full of practical strategies that participants could immediately apply to improve their communication and connections in professional settings. What impressed me most was Dave's authentic and relatable communication style. He doesn't just talk about effective communication; he models it. He created a space where participants felt comfortable interacting, reflecting, and learning, making the session both insightful and memorable.

Check out his website and connect with him. You won't regret it."

Marcha ReumelPhD Candidate, Workforce Education and Development / Comparative and International Education, The Penn State University

"Dave's a man of many talents: a master presenter, marketer, and coach with a wide and varied knowledge base. He can make the driest subject fun and interesting. The thing I admire most about Dave is his ability to relate to everyone. He's one of those people who makes each person he touches feel special. He's a great asset to any team or learning experience."

Jay PerryFounder and Chief Story Coach at Storysphere Central

"We had the privilege to have Dave be a part of our annual retreat and he was wonderful! Not only is he knowledgeable about leadership and retaining his people he is also a dynamic speaker who brings fun stories and captures the audience's attention. You could tell in his speaking that he took time to get to know our company, which only elevated our experience.

I would definitely recommend Dave to others and hope we got the chance to work with him again!"

Danielle Hunter, Ed.DDirector of Education at The Nest Schools

"Dave delivered the closing keynote and workshop at the 2024 LeadingAge Colorado Annual Conference and Exhibition. We were looking for someone who could end our conference on a high note with energy and humor. The only complaint was that we didn't begin our conference with Dave so they could have utilized the skills they learned in his sessions throughout the conference. Would highly recommend."

Sarah McVeigh, CAEDirector of Education and Membership Development / Certified Association Executive

"Dave's honesty, vulnerability, and storytelling are unique drivers that make his presentations memorable. But in addition, he leaves his audiences with actionable steps to take make their life - both at work and at home. A seasoned entrepreneur and speaker, he knows what it takes to motivate, inspire, and impact... I'd recommend Dave for your events, but only if you want your audience and attendees engaged and dialed in. Dave is easy to work with and one of the best around when it comes to crafting a message and gets results."

Sam DavidsonWorking to make Nashville the most entrepreneurial city in America

"Dave's presentation, content and delivery is sincere and authentic!! We enjoyed Dave's visit to San Diego IFMA Chapter and recommend his Nice Method Presentations and Workshops.

You are welcome back anytime Dave!"

Sarah E. Allen, FMPBusiness Manager, Strategy Development, Regional Sales Leader, Commercial Solutions Provider; Natural Sustainability Consultant | Built Environment Day Job

"The Leveraging AI for Small Business Growth: Content Creation & Strategy digital training was great value!

Very useful information was given in an organized way that made it easier to retain... And there was plenty of time to answer everyone's questions.

I recommend this for anyone wanting to understand more uses to integrate AI for their careers/business.

— Miriam Salcedo DuPuis, SBDC Business Analyst"

Miriam Salcedo DuPuisDigital Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Email Marketing, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence

"Dave Delaney is a remarkable speaker who delivered an inspiring and engaging keynote speech for us at the 2024 WSTA sales and marketing seminar.

Dave has a unique ability to captivate and motivate his listeners with his humor, charisma, and authenticity. He uses real-life examples to illustrate his points and make them relevant and actionable. He also interacts with his audience and encourages them to participate and ask questions. He is not only a speaker, but also a teacher and a mentor who wants to share his knowledge and help others succeed.

I highly recommend Dave Delaney as a keynote speaker for any event or organization that wants to learn from a leader in the field of sales and marketing. He will deliver a memorable and valuable presentation that will leave a lasting impression on your attendees. He is a true professional who is passionate about his work and generous with his time and advice. He is also a pleasure to work with and a great person to know.

Thanks for taking the time to meet with us and to learn one of our many unique Wisconsin card games!"

Leo CarlsonRural Broadband Strategist | Transformation & Growth Architect | Broadband Policy Advocate | Rural Broadband Executive

"Dave presented his opening keynote "Radical Retention" for the 2023 Tennessee Pharmacists Association Summer Meeting. His ability to engage the audience was exemplary and his energy created a positive start to our three day event. Our members gave positive reviews of his delivery and the overall program as he was able to tailor it to the pharmacy profession."

Ariel L. Clark, PharmDPharmacist, EMR Analyst, Educator

"I had the opportunity of hearing The Root Down speech at the Mental Health Marketing Conference and it was fantastic! I learned so much about ADHD and it gave me a sense of pride in owning my own form of neurodivergence. The slides about the benefits of ADHD and claiming your superpower was so great in helping with that. His humor was well placed and overall it was extremely engaging and informative even late in the event after lunch!"

Reggie D. FordKeynote Speaker | TEDx Speaker | Bestselling Author | Mental Health Advocate | Empowering Individuals & Organizations to Embrace Vulnerability, Mental Well-being, & Emotional Resilience to Foster Psychological Safety

"Dave Delaney is a true professional speaker. He is definitely worth hiring for a conference, industry trade show or company retreat. Dave comes prepared, provides tons of value, and brings fantastic energy to the audience.

His perspectives on late-diagnosed ADHD, nice networking and other topics are well thought out and researched. He has a sense of humor that serves to move the presentation forward and keep the audience entertained and engaged.

Dave is intent on providing value to the people who attend his presentations. He's well-versed in adapting his presentation to the needs of the audience. As an event producer and promoter myself, Dave is easy and reasonable to work with, even when surprises come up or things don't go exactly as planned. He's exactly the type of speaker I look for when I'm booking experts who will bring value to my audience."

Steve TurneyGrowth for Tri-T, a healthcare brand strategy firm

"As more and more adults realize they may have adult ADHD, we will all need to better understand neurodiversity, ADHD, and strategies for coping. Dave Delaney is a great guide to these issues with his presentation, "The Root Down," encouraging audiences to understand ADHD, break stigmas, understand testing, raise awareness, and learn to engage their own neurodivergence as a positive. Dave is engaging, relatable, knowledgeable and fun. I would absolutely recommend him as a speaker, and for his particular program."

Tara RoistadProfessional Speaker | President, Oregon Chapter, National Speakers Association | Author

"Dave provided the keynote presentation to the Pharmacy Gladiators at the Tennessee Pharmacist Association (TPA) Summer Meeting in Nashville. As the President of TPA, I was thrilled that Dave's keynote, "Radical Retention" set the stage for a great meeting. Radical Retention is a timely and engaging perspective on the challenges facing today's leaders."

Jay Phipps, PharmD, MBA, FACA, FACVPPharmacy Gladiator | Keynote Speaker | Leadership Coach | #2 on Pharmacy Podcast 50 Most Influential Pharmacists | CEO x3 | District 6 Commissioner | Good Neighbor Pharmacy — Pharmacy Advocacy Champion 2024

"Dave's proficiency in LinkedIn is nothing short of impressive. He has a deep understanding of the platform's intricacies and knows how to leverage its features to create strong personal brands and foster strategic connections.

But what sets Dave apart is his extraordinary networking skills. He understands that at the heart of successful business relationships lies genuine human connection. He is a master at building and nurturing professional relationships, both online and offline. With his affable personality and keen sense of empathy, he can connect with people on a real and meaningful level.

If you're seeking a professional who can elevate your LinkedIn presence and help you build a robust professional network, look no further than Dave Delaney. His expertise, combined with his dedication and passion, will undoubtedly provide immense value to any individual or organization."

Merlene PaynterWeb Design With Zero Tech Headaches | WordPress/DIY + DNS/Domain Specialist | merlene.studio

"Dave was a keynote for our Annual Convention in June 2023. He brought energy and humor with thought provoking content. Reliable, down to earth and easy to work with. Thanks Dave!"

Angela RussoSenior Director of Learning & Strategic Engagement | Expert in CPE Strategy, Learning Design & Partnership Development | NASBA

"Dave was the key note speaker at our BBB Big Blue Bash at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, and he did a phenomenal job. He presented to 200+ attendees and his information was timely, fun, and thought provoking. Dave is relatable and he is a hit with our diverse audience of business owners. I would recommend Dave to anyone looking for an informative, energetic speaker!"

Melanie ThompsonConnecting People, Organizations & Opportunities for Community Impact

"I met Dave over 5 years ago while working for SBA. Dave was instrumental in teaching many businesses about the basics and importance of setting up a Google My Business page. Many of those businesses were thankful for his guidance. Recently I had the privilege to work with him again as we prepared for BBB's inaugural business event. Dave did not disappoint as the keynote speaker. The room was captivated by his brilliance!! If you are looking for an engaging, funny and insightful speaker look no further. Dave is exceptional!"

Lorneth Peters, Ed.D.Executive | Business Supporter | Connector | Author

"Dave spoke at our annual conference for our statewide nonprofit. He did an excellent job and was flexible when being approached about being one of our keynote speakers 3 months in advance."

Clara TapplinPrograms Manager at Alabama Association of RC&D Councils

"I thoroughly enjoyed Dave's presentation on "Radical Retention". Every company could take something away from his insight. He is informative, funny and interactive. Our members had raving reviews of his presentation."

Allison Blackwell, MBAHelping Industrial & Manufacturing Facilities with Electrical Construction, New Construction & Service Projects, Schaffhouser Electric

"Dave's presentation to IFMA Nashville was highly informative, thought provoking (several my colleagues have started to put into practice what was learned), and most entertaining. A true professional. I wholeheartedly endorse Dave Delaney as a stimulus for motivation."

JC Blakely, CFMDirector, Corporate Facilities at ProAssurance

"I just attended Dave's Webinar on optimizing Zoom presentations and wish I'd known he was doing these long ago. Not only would he have helped me make my Zoom presentations better, he would have helped me optimize my participation and learning skills as well.

I was especially appreciative of his hints about how to avoid Zoom fatigue. I've been teaching them to others as we're when on Zoom, so he's developing a fanbase among those I know!

You won't get any "spoilers" from me, though, you'll have to connect with him and see for yourself!"

Glenna Crooks, Ph.D.Health Policy, AI & Strategy | Former HHS Deputy Assistant Secretary | Author & Keynote Speaker

"We really enjoyed working with Dave. He was responsive and accommodating. His presentation/training session on public speaking was clear, engaging, and concise. His take-aways were tangible and applicable. We learned a few tricks to improve our overall delivery of virtual presentations."

Marcy GalipeauSenior Director, Strategy & Operations, PowerLaw

"If you are looking for an engaging, educational and humorous speaker to share how to communicate better and build lasting relationships, I highly recommend Dave! Attendees loved his presentation style, his energy (& humor) & ideas/tools that he shared. I am so grateful we had the opportunity to work together, and I look forward to working together again in the future. Dave, thank you for your time, your awesome energy and kindness, and for sharing your message at our recent program!"

Jamie Flynn, CAE, IOMExecutive Director at Tennessee Society of Association Executives

"Dave Delaney recently collaborated with our team to provide a series of sales training videos. Dave was a pleasure to work with during the planning process. He was very willing and eager to meet our needs and goals. He was engaging, energetic, and brought fresh new ideas to the sales team."

Emily McManusAVP of Marketing Programs at Lamar Advertising Company

"I engaged Dave Delaney to deliver his "The ROI of Nice" presentation as a Keynote address to a community of Leaders on an event that was invigorating for the community. His engaging and comedic style equated to an event that was leading up to the event; we worked with us on logistics, marketing, and stakeholder advocacy.

Dave is funny, easy to work with and delivers a strong personable story-filled message which contains actionable takeaways strengthened by "cheat-sheets" he provides. His ROI of Nice might make for a good workshop for a targeted audience some day, too."

Ian HarrisGroup Product Manager/Owner at Asurion

"Highly recommend Dave and his ROI of Nice session with our leaders (current and emerging)! He touches on such a relevant topic with doses of humor and easy to understand techniques. It says better to be a Nicer boss and a kinder human and Dave shows you a way to easily incorporate these in your day to day interactions.

You know the sessions are effective when your own team uses it on you! :)

Thank you Dave for sharing your knowledge with our team!"

Ida Rose MetiamAspiring Data Scientist & AI Engineer | ML Systems for Workforce Analytics & AI Governance | MS Data Science, Vanderbilt | Women in Tech Mentor

"Leading up to our biennial ArtCon for graphic designers at Lamar Advertising, we were searching for a speaker who could help break our artists out of their shells and help them become more confident when communicating their ideas to the account executives. That's when we stumbled upon Dave Delaney and his talk, "The Master Communicator's Secret Weapon". Normally our conference features artists and designers giving the latest design trends and Photoshop hacks, so this one was going to be quite different. Dave's talk was really relatable and down-to-earth. He is humble, while confident, and he has a lot of hands-on knowledge that make his story applicable in real life situations. I highly recommend including Dave in your conference workshop lineup. He really knows what he's talking about."

Barb Braud, MBASr. Art Director, Lamar Advertising

"Dave's ROI of Nice session was so energizing and mind-opening! The way humour and experience are integrated so well with the key message made this quite the fun educational program. Thank you for sharing your energy, eh!"

Bruce Landry NdayizeyeEquity, Diversity & Inclusion | Meetings & Events | Gestion d'événement

"Dave was a pleasure to work with in both the lead up to our event and the delivery of his keynote session. He gave our attendees the right balance of actionable takeaways related to team communications and dynamics with the right touch of humour. I would highly recommend Dave for your conference."

Desmond Lomas, CMPExplore Edmonton Business Development Account Manager (Ottawa Based)

"Dave spoke at MPI Ottawa's GMID. His presentation was so well received with the perfect amount of humour. I would highly recommend Dave for anyone looking to hire an engaging speaker to cover topics related to managing or working with teams."

Courtney Jones, CMP, DESStrategic Event Leader | Passionate About Lifelong Learning & Impactful Events That Inspire Connection

"We are grateful to have Dave present to Technology Leaders of Nashville on his ROI of Nice methodology. Dave's presentation was very well received and timely. Based on feedback from attendees, many of them learned fresh ideas on new management techniques and approaches to employee satisfaction and retention. Dave's presentation was energetic and captivating."

Jeff DunnAgTech | Strategic Partnerships | Innovation Ecosystems

"We have been trying to get Dave at one of our company events for a long time, and we finally were able to have him speak at our 2022 Kick-off meeting. Wow, what a great experience! Dave had our group of Realtors engaged, and they had some takeaways that will surely make an impact in their businesses moving forward. I can't praise Dave enough for his communication style, his dynamic and practical way of teaching, and his down-to-earth personality that makes the audience feel like is everyone's best friend. Thanks, Dave!"

Forrest StodghillRealtor, Real Broker, LLC

"I recently attended a seminar that was organized by the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce and revealed the master communicator's "secret weapon" given by Dave that was brilliantly presented and made it obvious that Dave himself is a master communicator and in particular in the emerging art of video communication. I would recommend him strongly, as a knowledgeable and interesting presenter who delivers at a level accessible to any audience."

Paul Dunne, CPAFCA (Chartered Accountants Ireland), Partner at JPDO Finance and Accounting

"As a chamber of commerce, we need to provide real, concrete value to our members. We hit it out of the park when we booked Dave Delaney. He is THE master communicator, and he shared his expertise with great humour, humanity, and insight. I've heard more than one participant refer to and implement his helpful tips. All in attendance were unanimous: we greatly enjoyed our time with Dave and look forward to the opportunity to work with him again in future."

Michelle SullivanCommunications Strategist, Digital Specialist, Advocacy, Historian, Ghostwriter, Speechwriter (Quebec and Dublin); Vice President, Ireland-Canada Chamber of Commerce - Montreal

"I am in the process of founding my own new business and have been working with Pamela Wilson in her Big League Program.

Getting my business network up and running is a big challenge. Pamela highly recommended Dave Delaney as someone who would be ideal to drive business communications and to establish my presence on LinkedIn.

Dave's LinkedIn audit was just what I needed to help me to understand how LinkedIn works, and how to set up my presence to best achieve my networking goals.

One of the most valuable features of my time with Dave in the audit session was that he recorded the full discussion and sent me the ZOOM link afterwards. This has been so much more effective than simply taking notes - revisiting the actual recording is an ideal way to capture the exact context and moment of the discussion.

I have frankly been surprised to be getting so many LinkedIn alerts within a week showing the increase in the number of people noticing me and looking at my profile."

Mike LovellBusiness Transformation Strategist, Founder (new business, working with Pamela Wilson's Big League Program)

"Dave is an incredible public speaker! Our company held an event with Dave covering the Master Communicator and the Nice Method. My team truly enjoyed the event, and have taken the tools provided to be able to improve our communication both internally and externally. Not only was Dave able to provide us with the incredible tools, he held this session virtually and was still able to make this a fun and interactive event (due to Covid, we could not meet in person.) I would definitely recommend Dave for any of your corporate communication needs. We look forward to working with Dave in the future!"

Carla DoddDirector, Human Resources at Silicon Ranch Corporation

"I made a great decision having Dave conduct a LinkedIn profile audit for me. He was patient, personable, and well prepared. He clearly took the time both before and during the audit to understand where I was professionally and what my goals were, and provided actionable advice on every section of my profile. Dave struck a great balance between not getting too technical, yet at the same time provided a wealth of strategies for how to use LinkedIn so that I understood the recommendations he was making rather than just an audit of my profile, as Dave provided lots of actionable ideas of strategies for how to use LinkedIn in a meaningful and, of course, a NICE way. He was extremely generous with his time (we went a little over the allotted hour due to my MANY questions), and I came off the call excited to get to implement his recommendations. I highly recommend anyone take advantage of this great service Dave offers."

Christopher SansoneBusiness Data Analyst | Strategic Partnerships | Former Law Enforcement

"Dave Delaney is an amazing person. He has the most wonderful skills with connecting and engaging with people. I am so fortunate that I met him through the BUMC Career Transition Group. He has been very helpful to me with learning more about navigating the social platforms and building my brand. I encourage others to connect with Dave and invite him to speak at your next virtual gathering."

Laura Squair HeatherlyReal Estate, Art

"We had Dave speak to the BUMC Career Transition Support Group and couldn't have been more pleased. Dave is that rare speaker who possesses an incredible mastery of his subject (in this case LinkedIn), but can break it down for the masses and deliver it with excitement and a side of humor. I would recommend him to help train your organization and/or have him as your next keynote speaker."

Jay GormanManaging Director | Healthcare Corporate & Investment Banking | Healthcare Services | Capital Solutions - Corporate Finance - Strategic Advisory

"Dave recently shared his "Networking for Nice People with LinkedIn" presentation for a Greater Nashville Technology Council audience. It was obvious from the questions and audience participation that he was connecting in a very meaningful way. Personally, I wish I had learned Dave's networking insights 10 years ago, it would have saved me a lot of time and grief compared to my own trial-and-error approach. If you are looking to enhance your networking skills or have an audience that could benefit by learning from a networking/communication professional, then I highly recommend Dave Delaney. He is a master communicator and storyteller, with an infectious energy that connects with audiences whether live or virtual."

Brian MoyerCultivating Tech Innovation

"Dave presented his Networking for Nice People with LinkedIn presentation for the NTC and it was a great event. The presentation was engaging as it was informative, especially in the virtual space. The content he presented was very applicable to individuals in all career stages, and was very well received by the audience. Dave was always great to work with and very helpful with getting all the needed materials to get the event set up."

Dominique ButtsEvent Strategist | Meetings and Events Manager

"Dave was so extremely helpful to me regarding a LinkedIn audit as my profile needed some tweaks. He provided valuable resources that I was unaware of to update my profile and is available for additional follow up should other questions arise.

I had really needed to have this done for an extended period of time and this moment was extremely critical overall. I applaud Dave for his LinkedIn expertise."

James BedgoodSenior Financial Analyst | Budget Execution & Fund Management ($320M+) | Grants, Compliance & Financial Reporting | Advanced Excel

"As we made the quick pivot to remote conferences due to the pandemic, Dave was right there with us shifting his planned in-person keynote to a lively and engaging opening for our online event. His message on the "Master Communicator's Secret Weapon" resonated with our audience who noted that Dave's presentation was one of the most effective and memorable sessions. Looking forward to introducing him to some of our other audiences, especially as we are able to shift back to on-site meetings!"

Mark MarionSenior Association Executive | Member Engagement and Strategic Operations Leader | Nonprofit Innovator

"I booked Dave to speak at the 31st annual Professional Business Women of California's conference for his Master Communicator's Secret Weapon presentation. Our conference was set for April 2020 but when the pandemic hit, we had to adjust and shift. Dave was not only flexible, adaptable as the organization adjusted format and content framing and timing to deliver the best possible virtual experience. Dave's content is approachable and he made sure to leave our audience of 6,000+ attendees with key takeaways for how to be a Master Communicator in the best ways!

Bonus: he's hilarious, and will bring his improv skills to your group."

Stephanie HeishmanEvent, Marketing and Fundraising Strategist

"Dave was recently referred to me and I am glad he was! Dave conducted an audit of my LinkedIn page and I found it to be very detailed and insightful. Dave honed in on specific areas that needed improvement or updating. He explained suggestions in a concise yet humorous manner. I highly recommend Dave and his services no matter where you are in your job search or career path. We both enjoy magic, and Dave ended our session with a coin trick that I am still trying to figure out. A classy touch indeed!"

Peter HopkinsField Producer/Assignment Manager, Segment Producer, 20+ years experience & passionate about TV production

"Dave is an exceptional communicator that practices what he preaches. I have had the privilege of learning from Dave in multiple settings. He has an amazing ability to 1) provide clear, useable information that can be used right away 2) incorporate authenticity and candor to make learning fun, and 3) create dynamic and relevant interaction to elevate a leader's game. I highly recommend Dave, and am grateful for the opportunity to work with him and know him."

Beth RacineExploring possibilities that create exceptional lives personally and professionally

"I'll keep this short and to the point - spending time with Dave to glean his insights, perspective, and experience to help navigate the evolving circumstances we all face... is priceless. Dave is at the top of my list as a resource and advisor."

Christopher ParksFounder/former CEO, CIO, and CTO focused on Growth | Strategy | Client Success

"Dave presented the Master Communicator's Secret Weapon to my agency globally during the COVID lockdown. It was our first venture into live virtual training on a global scale and it was a huge success. Dave was engaging, funny and informative for a wide range of professionals. So much that the team wants more/continued live virtual training in the future. Thanks Dave!"

Nick CowlingConversation Driver | Engagement Strategist | Curious Observer | Gym rat

"Personable and Professional! We recently had Dave Delaney speak at our virtual training conference. Not only was he well received by the audience - he was a joy to work with!! His high energy and level of engagement was amazing. You won't be disappointed when hiring Dave for your next event!"

Angela Thomas (Al-Switi)Executive Assistant

"I have worked with Dave for over five years, talking at least one time every single month about a variety of topics. Dave was able to share a wealth of knowledge, not just around digital marketing, but for my own personal brand and network building. He helped guide me through marketing campaigns for my startup company, relationship management as I scaled my startup, personal branding and I asked for new opportunities in between.

For the startup company, his advice and guidance on our digital presence were always spot on. As a finance nerd, I can directly attribute at least 70% of sales at my company to ideas and programs that Dave came up with or helped me manage. As a co-founder, I also found having accountability every month to execute on the plans we had put together imperative to my personal success running and eventually selling my company. I cannot speak highly enough of his creativity, guidance, advice, expertise and easy-going nature that makes it so easy to work with him (the "Nice Guy" moniker certainly fits). And, of course, that he can deliver that expertise in layman's terms, in a way someone like me could understand and execute.

I highly recommend Dave for anyone seeking one a highly accomplished thought leader on all things digital, social, marketing and networking!"

Phil ShmerlingCo-Founder, CEO @ Brock | Platform for Entrepreneurial Bankers and Community Managers

"I reached out to Dave for one of his one-hour LinkedIn profile review sessions, and quite frankly it's one of the best investments of time and money I've made in a long time. Dave takes care to understand how your LinkedIn profile provides value for your particular profession, and his review session offered up a series of powerful and actionable recommendations that ranged from simple one-time tweaks to longer-term strategies that will provide a payoff for years to come. Anyone looking to raise their professional visibility would be wise to tap into Dave's insight and expertise."

Dirk HoagData Services Solution Architect

"Dave's "Master Communicator's Secret Weapon" presentation was perfect for our membership. Such great concepts and application of improv for business professionals to use in their every day encounters with employees, clients and partners. Dave engaged so easily with our members and they all left with pages of notes. Great speaker!"

Becca Melton, MPAMarket/Launch Manager at United Communications

"I had the chance to work with Dave on my LinkedIn profile recently. He went through each section and gave me detailed feedback to make each section better so I can reach my goals for LinkedIn. If you have the chance, I highly recommend working with Dave and go over your LinkedIn profile to make it the best it can be."

Mike BakerNational Account Manager | Propane & Energy Solutions | $12M+ Pipeline Builder | B2B Revenue Growth

"Dave gave me great actionable advice about refreshing my LinkedIn profile. He had solid answers to all of my questions, and his audit was methodical and clear. He's professional and friendly and doesn't talk down to you. If you feel like you are not using LinkedIn to its fullest potential, Dave's the person to help you take it to the next level."

Tara Aaron-StellutoTrademark, Technology and Data Protection Attorney, CIPP US/EU

"Dave recently provided speaker training for our team while we were in Music City. His training was not only informative, we had tons of fun and laughed a lot! We each learned valuable take-aways that we plan to apply to our future presentations. Thanks, Dave!"

Melanie JoreVice President of Member Relations at NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association

"Dave was instrumental in helping gain a greater understanding of LinkedIn and communicating through the platform. He made it easy to make happen and gave me the confidence to move forward with integrating LinkedIn into my workflow. Dave is a tremendous communicator with an ability to inspire people to action, as I've seen firsthand when he's delivered talks onstage. Dave has a great skillset that has helped me convey my message in an informative and relatable way. If you have a chance to work with Dave, make it happen."

Mike VardyWriter | Productivity Strategist | Time Management Specialist | Speaker | Workshop Leader

"Dave's one of the greatest guys I know, and now lucky for me that he's also a LinkedIn expert. Though I've had a LinkedIn account for years, I haven't really known what to do with it. After an hour session, I now understand the basics and how to use it to drive business. Dave is also chock full of tips, suggestions and next-level stuff. For now, I have a lot of homework to do. Once I have my LinkedIn account ship-shape, I'll certainly order another hour of Dave's excellent LinkedIn advice."

Rick SandersSoftware Freedom Conservancy

"I would highly recommend Dave for any organization who is looking to provide effective, tangible communications tactics. Dave was great to work with throughout the entire process. The insights he brought were simple, unique and applied to a broad spectrum of professionals. Dave spoke to our American Advertising Federation chapter, which focuses on niche aspects of our industry, but Dave's presentation was helpful for everyone in the room. We hope to see Dave again!"

Ashley TaylorExperienced Marketing and Sales Professional | True Crime Enthusiast

"Dave has been a member of our speaker team since 2017 - and people love his workshop facilitation. He knows his stuff (especially social). If you have an opportunity to work together, it will be worth it."

Anastasia KudrezNational Coach for Grow with Google Program

"One hour with Dave = 18 actionable recommendations related to my LinkedIn profile and web site. What I appreciate most is his candor and experience. There's no doubt in my mind that I'll get a high return from our work together; it was well worth the time."

Lesley Antoun, GCB.D, MBA, B.Eng.Board Member, Consultant and Advisor

"I spent an hour with Dave working on my positioning and improving my LinkedIn profile. Very helpful. Dave knows his stuff and this was time and money well spent. Highly recommended."

Jeff TrotmanGuiding SAAS entrepreneurs through the technology side of their businesses

"In one hour's time, Dave provided invaluable strategies for me to increase the impact my LinkedIn profile has on customers and potential customers. His suggestions were straightforward and easy to implement."

Rebecca Baker, BSN, RN, BS Ed, ACHEValue-Based Care Architect, Entrepreneur, & Educator | Speaker & Advisor

"Dave made a presentation to the MT SHRM group at the Williamson County luncheon. He was very engaging and kept everyone involved in the presentation. Definitely received great comments from many of the professionals present. Would recommend Dave for any group who wants professional speaker."

Vincent Barnes, SHRM-SCP, SPHRConsultant, Career Coach; Business Owner at Barnes Human Resources

"Dave was the speaker at our Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Tennessee Chapter's March 20th luncheon. We had record attendance and the membership really received some great nuggets of information to enhance their communication within business and in their personal lives. His relaxed style was great and he delivered his message with lots of humor. I have since heard several members say they are trying his techniques and having fun enhancing their personal communication with success. We are very happy we were able to work with Dave, you can book him with confidence."

Cory Brooks, CMP DMCP MMPPlanner / Re-Imaginer of Events / Speaker / Facilitator / Connector / Entrepreneur

"I was lucky enough to get to see Dave speak about "The Master Communicator's Secret Weapon" at Jeff Gins' Tribe Conference 2018, where I was also a speaker. Dave is everything you want in a speaker: not only does he craft his message well, but he's engaging and funny in his delivery. A master communicator, indeed."

Melissa DinwiddieHelping Tech Leaders turn Innovation Mandates into Real Results | Keynote Speaker | Create the Impossible™, 2x Author

"If you're looking for someone to help your company network better or connect in person or online with those you are trying to reach - look no further than Dave Delaney. Our team has been greatly helped by his work with us."

Tim HarmsCCO @ Enliven, delivering savings through beverage partnerships

"I saw Dave present at a recent ABC Nashville event, and it was both enlightening and entertaining. I came away from the experience with some new insight and plan on implementing his "yes, and..." strategy for communications in all areas of my life. Also, his workshops sounded like a great way to improve the communication, and even culture, at any company."

Birdie LoefflerMarketing & Communications Manager @ PICA Group | Certificate in AI & Marketing

"In a sea of self-proclaimed "experts", Dave is a walking encyclopedia of social media. A highly informed and engaging speaker, Dave demonstrates a finely detailed understanding of the technology, as well as the human and marketing elements that lead to effectiveness with social media. I was very happy to have Dave meet with our top sales professionals recently, and would recommend him highly for your next event."

Steven Light, AMPEnterprise SaaS Sales Leader | Fintech & Mortgage Technology | Enterprise Sales & Revenue Growth | Automation & AI Solutions

"I was Lost and Confused until I Met Dave! With no experience at all social media marketing, imagine the challenge I presented as client. Dave never thought twice about taking me on, he did an audit, created goals and outlined the steps to reach those goals. He patiently helped me implement the tools he recommended to create the infrastructure my business was lacking. His positive attitude and responses when I completely frustrated by technical issues are a testament to his passion for teaching and sharing best practices. The results so far, double digit increase in traffic across all our social media platforms and website. As an online consultant and all around nice guy, Dave gets my highest recommendation!"

Meryl TaylorChief Marketing Officer at Mark Zinder and Associates

"We invited Dave to present in front of our young professional group, Conexion Next. His topics he covered were relevant, insightful, and provided value to those who came. Additionally, his presentations are funny and filled with small anecdotes that add to the experience. We loved it!"

JC TorresDirector of Development

"Bringing Dave in to educate our team on LinkedIn was a huge win. He brought knowledge, action items, growth suggestions and had clearly done his homework on our current status. I look forward to bringing him in to help us on other subjects and would highly recommend him to teach, present or consult."

Amy McIntyreAward-Winning Nashville Video Producer, Business Operations Specialist, Logistics Expert, and Amazon Best-Selling Author

"It's easy to know what a person does and disregard it because you either don't have time or are focused on your own work. I have known Dave for years and had seen him all over social media clearly winning at this job. It wasn't until our paths crossed and I got to work with him on a project that I truly understood the knowledge base he has and can offer my team. From just a few hours together my company is already focused on a new winning path and has a clear insight on where we should go next. Dave's marketing and social media expertise should not be disregarded. You should call him and find out all the things you were not even thinking about that could help move your company the next step forward."

Nick McIntyreVideo production, producing and video editing (award-winning corporate videos)

"Dave recently spoke to a group of senior marketing majors at TSU (including some of my students) as they prepare to enter the workforce. He was excellent and a great help to the soon-to-be graduates. I queried the students afterwards and here are some of their key takeaways:

• Give more than you take
• Talk to the wallflowers
• Networking is a two-way street
• Get to know your resources before you need them
• If there's not an event near you - create your own
• It's more important to get a business card from a resource (and follow up) than to give them yours.

Thanks Dave!"

Aileen Katcher, APR, Fellow PRSACrisis communications, public relations consultant; speaker; adjunct professor

"If you feel stalled on your initiatives to grow your social presence, don't go any further without calling Dave. Dave facilitated a session with members of our team who are committed to using social media to better connect with the market and improve healthcare outcomes. Dave's style is confident, funny and direct. He prepared in advance by scouring our presence and giving us point-by-point recommendations and milestones to accomplish. It was one of the best five hours I have spent professionally."

Katie OwensCEO, HealthCare Experience Foundation

"I worked with Dave for an extended period in an effort to sharpen my digital marketing strategies. His advice was invaluable as he stretched me to think outside my comfort zone. Dave is also fun to work with, as he helped me connect the dots between all the social media channels."

Jim Cumbee, JD, MBAM&A advisor to business owners; Author, "Home Run, Seven Principles to Make Your Company Irresistible"; Lawyer; Mediator

"I love working with Dave. He is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of digital media. He comes up with great ideas and knows how to implement them. He is also a talented writer and is quite creative. I would recommend him highly."

Jean SpiveyEvent Producer | Nonprofit Exec | Talent Buyer | Marketing Pro | Building Community Through Live Music & Meaningful Experiences

"Dave delivered a strong and relevant presentation to our leadership group. His material on the importance of networking was clear, entertaining, and full of valuable take-aways. We received many positive comments from our members, who were eager to put his tips into practice."

Allison OslundProduct Manager at Texas A&M Technology Services

"Dave Delaney is an exceptional resource for anyone looking to learn more about social media strategies. Too often, the distance between what I should do? And what I can do? prevents people from doing anything. Dave has a knack for breaking strategies into bite size, applicable ideas. I highly recommend Dave to you if you are looking for a guide as you navigate the waters of social media."

Rik RobertsClean Comedy & Creative Keynotes

"After spinning our wheels for months and not always seeing a return on our investment of time and advertising dollars, we went in search of someone to help us make sense of the current trends in digital marketing. We met and hired Dave to audit our two campaigns and to help us develop a social strategy for both. He was always an email or phone call away, and he helped us clean everything up to create order and start making wise decisions on our marketing strategy. Once, he even jumped onto the admin portion of our website to get down a bug that was outdated when our web designer couldn't be reached. He really cares that much! We cannot recommend him enough for anyone who is confused or overwhelmed on how to market your product or service digitally in a climate that seems to change daily. We're thankful to have him on our team."

Suzanne C. BowenFitness Expert, Bowen Productions, LLC; Sarasi Motus, LLC

"I work in public relations for The UPS Store and we recently approached Dave Delaney to speak at an event for small business owners. Dave exceeded our expectations. He tapped into many common pain points facing SBOs today - lack of time/resources and keeping up with the rapid pace of change, especially in technology. Being a business owner himself, he was able to empathize with the audience and offer them real tips and advice they can use. His speech was authentic, informative and very well received by our audience."

Nicole CoxMarketing, Events and Communications Strategist with a passion for fitness, wellness and community building

"We asked Dave to come and speak to a group of law firms (about 10) on the topic of blogging and social media. He did a great job, provided us with a ton of insight and action items. The group thought he was very informative and helpful, and would definitely have him back in the future. Would highly recommend him as a speaker, coach, consultant on legal marketing and blog content."

Chad DudleyPartner at Dudley DeBosier; CEO of Orion Legal MSO

"Dave knows a lot about inbound marketing, social media, and blogging. He is generous with his time and knowledge, and unlike many consultants he doesn't hold back important information with the aim of securing a paycheck for himself. He gave up some great tips and ideas which easily put into practice, and which quickly generated real results. He is great at breaking down technical concepts into common language, and communicating complex ideas in a simple way."

Fredric LitwiniukChief Growth Officer, Cisco LSO | Scaling Law Firms via M&A, Brand, and Ops | LegalTech & LSO Innovator | Legal MSO Pioneer

"Dave is a pleasure to work with and he has the unique ability to help you complete tasks and projects, even in busy times, with a smile. Dave takes initiative when and where it is needed to help you meet your goals. I'd highly recommend Dave to be a part of any team."

Joe LurgioLine Producer at Bluegrass Underground

"Dave is like a walking Best Practices for social media, networking and the intersection of relationships and commerce. When we worked together, Dave launched Griffin's social media presence and built our follower and fanbase from the ground up. He's got hustle, whether it's launching a safe, warm place for geeks to eat breakfast, or consulting with the C suite, Dave makes it happen."

Web WebsterCopy, Creative, Content Operations & Strategy | Team Leader

"If your company is looking for the best ways to employ digital tools for sales, marketing, and professional networking, Dave is your guy. He is a deeply experienced advisor who wrote the book (literally) on building your network. Besides being an exceptionally nice human being, Dave is also a talented speaker for your workshops and keynotes."

Steve WoodruffPersonalized Clarity Makeover consultant (first impressions specialist)

"Dave Delaney is one of life's givers. Supremely insightful about all things networking and social media, Dave oozes passion about people yet manages to effortlessly blend the techie, geeky side of successful connecting too. A great guy to know and a valuable addition to anybody's networking."

Rob BrownHost of Accounting Voices & BACKED; PA Podcast Co-Host

"Dave is everything we were looking for in a social media marketing consultant. He is very knowledgeable about all of the most important platforms, and he is especially gifted at helping neophytes (like me) understand how and why more savvy and experienced people use social media for real world networking, information sharing, entertainment and learning. Dave's passion for social media is genuine and infectious. If you know that you need to be more engaged with social media, but you are nervous or skeptical about taking the plunge, hire Dave! You will be glad you did."

Tim RichardsonFounder & Chair at Enliven, LLC

"Dave Delaney was an advisor for Refresh from July 2014 until our acquisition by LinkedIn in April 2015. During this time, Dave provided us with valuable insight and feedback as a thought leader in area of networking.

In October 2014, we attended Salesforce's Dreamforce Conference, where we revealed our integration with Salesforce's AppExchange. Dave provided guidance and recommendations on strategic ways we could promote our news before, during and after the conference.

Dave played a strong role in helping us make Refresh a success. I recommend you reach out to him for marketing, social media and promotional assistance."

Bhavin ShahSVP/GM, Moveworks from ServiceNow; formerly CEO & Founder of Moveworks

"Dave came and spoke to our PRSA chapter last year. Yes, he is a great speaker, and keeps the audience engaged. Yes, he is a fount of practical knowledge. Yes, he is great to work with.

But in the year since his talk, let me tell you some other things. I've sat back and watched, and he truly lives and breathes what he preaches. He *IS* that good at networking, he *IS* on the money with his recommendations about building relationships. And he has shown the ability to take those lessons across many different realms, from seminars to books to podcasts. That is the true test of one who has mastered a skillset. He has mastered it, and knows how to evangelize it to a full team or organization.

If you get a chance to work with Dave, you won't forget it. And true to his mantra, he won't forget you."

Isaac PigottCommunicator at Alabama Power - Media Trainer - Communications Troubleshooter - Speaker and Social Media Explorer

"Dave gave a networking talk to a convocation of aspiring software engineers/web developers at Nashville Software School. Dave did a great job of helping our students understand the importance of building their network and relationships in the various communities they participate in. Dave's an engaging speaker who is clearly knowledgeable but also friendly and approachable so he's easy for a group to listen to and connect with. For our students one of the important things that Dave did was not only talk at a conceptual and strategy level about the importance of networking but also talk about specific actions that they could immediately take to start to build and extend their networks. Also, the actions Dave recommended were a balanced mix that combined leveraging social networks and digital resources such as LinkedIn but also old-fashioned in-person connecting with people. We think so much of Dave's advice that we gave each of our students a copy of Dave's book for their future reference. I'd highly recommend Dave to anyone looking for a great event or seminar speaker."

John WarkFounder & CEO at Nashville Software School - Nashville's community non-profit coding bootcamp and talent incubator

"I feel lucky to know Dave. With an impressive and diverse background in marketing and networking, his knowledge runs deep and is matched only by his enthusiasm for sharing what he knows. I have called Dave to help with my business, to assist students of mine with their entrepreneurial endeavors, and, each time, he has responded willingly, enthusiastically, and effectively, bringing his extensive knowledge to bear on every interaction. Dave is a resource for practical advice on topics relevant to every business owner, large and small. What sets Dave apart is his personal approach to every interaction. He takes the time to connect - personally and professionally - with genuine interest and a desire to help others. Dave is a teacher, a community builder, a mentor, and an asset to any entrepreneur or business that has the good fortune of connecting with him, online or in person."

Matt DudleyChief of Staff at SimplyAgree

"Dave is THE expert when it comes to leveraging social media. I've seen his presentations, attended his events, read his book and just recently had him audit my LinkedIn profile. Wow! He sure knows his stuff. My profile was pretty good, and in fact had some trainers use mine as an example in class. Dave gave me a comprehensive review with excellent suggestions that will compel me to get focusing on my profile as a static thing and start using the platform as a vehicle to network, in fact, with just one minor change I've already seen a marked increase in the number of phone calls. If you have any desire to increase your brand awareness and business networking results, call Dave. He's a genuinely nice guy who knows how to help."

Joanne EcktonVP, Enterprise Program Management Office | Platform Modernization & Portfolio Governance | Behavioral Health EHR + AI/Analytics Executive

"Dave worked with me on the launch of AMPL Labs. He helped us make sense of a wide array of digital marketing activities including email, social media, blogging and web optimization, all critical for us in the crowdfunding stage. Dave is a great teacher and helped educate and encourage the whole AMPL team."

Ken ByersFounder & CEO at Confidant, an Adtaps 2023 Small Agency of the Year Winner; x-Sony, x-Ogilvy

"I contacted Dave to do a "360" review on improving the emails I send to my list, specifically improving metrics such as open rates, click rates, and sales to my store. Dave did all this and more.

Dave helped me with implementing best practices, including making my emails more mobile-friendly, using templates, and optimizing the timing of my emails. He was also extremely helpful in suggesting useful plugins and software to help me learn more about my audience and to generate more leads.

In addition, as countless Nashvillians can attest, Dave is extremely easy to talk to and has excellent networking skills. He has been helpful in directing me to other individuals in our community that I can reach out to for assistance with other areas of my business that need improvement. If you are looking for someone to help you improve your email marketing, I highly recommend working with Dave."

James A. AshenhurstFounder at Master Organic Chemistry (masterorganicchemistry.com)

"Dave spoke at our LinkedIn Live event in October. He was a bit concerned before a happy hour about the engagement of the attendees. Well, Dave blew me away, (as well as the audience) His engaging personality and ability to connect with his listeners makes him an amazing speaker. Dave drove attendees to connect with one and other and drove further engagement of our members. On top of being an amazing and connected speaker, he is an amazing individual. I looked to him to be a speaker for our webinar series and he supported my efforts with no ask in return. I would encourage individuals and groups to reach out to Dave to have him speak at an event. You won't be sorry."

Renee McAllisterProgram Management | Marketing Operations | Global Marketing | Customer Advocate

"Dave is not only extremely knowledgeable, he is engaging and passionate about helping people get to the next level in their lives.

As a speaker, Dave captured an entire audience for over an hour, a feat that isn't easy by any stretch. His humour, combined with both theory and tactics and friendly personality makes him a must-have to start out the morning of any conference or event.

Highly recommended. What are you waiting for? Fly him out :)"

Scott OldfordHelps online entrepreneurs grow their business; Creator of AI Scaling Agents & Online Business Accelerator

"Dave asked to speak at our Nashville VMware User Group conference because we are looking to add a "Personal Growth" element to our full day technology focused conferences. Dave delivered on this and the attendees saw great value in his message. It was a truly refreshing engagement and a great start to the day."

Todd LeweyAI Security

"Dave did a fantastic job speaking at the NTC's LinkedIn Live event. His insights on how to network, grow your brand and drive results were perfect for the audience. His investment in starting events over the last 10 years makes him a true leader to the Nashville creative community."

Bryan HuddlestonInvestor | Leader | Sales | Operations

"Dave came up to Boston to keynote our Fall 2014 User Conference. The Boston VMUG is a technical organization focused on VMware Users. One of our core missions is to develop the careers of our members, many of whom are excellent technologists but need some encouragement of their "soft skills."

Dave's morning keynote was a fantastic way to start our conference. The keynote was engaging, informative, and he even had our attendees laughing out loud early in the morning."

Steve AthansBuilds and leads teams that power the digital foundation for world-class learning, teaching and research

"Dave is exactly the kind of guy you want at a conference. As a conference organizer my job was to find and recruit top tier talent that would make the event a success. Dave came to BOLO prepped and ready to rock, and he rocked it. He was rated as one of our very top presenters. The attendees were buzzing after his session. I can't thank him enough for his fantastic energy before, during, and after the conference."

Tyler FarnsworthPresident @ Campfire | A Story-Driven Creative Agency | CPG Brand Builder

"Dave Delaney was the speaker for a career event held by the Department of Management and Marketing in the Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University. He spoke on the importance of building a professional network. He captivated an audience of more than 150 students for 45 minutes with networking tips as well as providing info on numerous resources (e.g., apps and websites) that students should check out and consider using.

Dave's presentation style was very engaging, using a nice blend of visuals, humor, and examples to which the audience could relate. Another observation was that Dave included several calls for action to the audience in his presentation. He did not simply lecture or talk about networking; he challenged the audience to use the techniques he presented.

Perhaps the most telling indicator of the impact of Dave Delaney's presentation on our students in attendance was the post-event feedback. A student who did not know me recognized me from introducing Dave and told me how much she enjoyed Dave's presentation. Dave's expertise coupled with delivery style makes him an effective speaker. We would love to have him return to speak to our students in the future."

Don RoyProfessor of Marketing, Middle Tennessee State University | President, Marketing Management Association

"Dave is a social media and content marketing rockstar. We added him on our team as our Director of Strategy in Feb of 2014 and he has helped coach and guide us for the past 7 months. Dave brings experience and leadership and has had a tremendous impact on our business."

Rob BellenfantChief Strategy Officer / Founder at TechnologyAdvice, 615 Ventures

"Dave Delaney has been an excellent asset to TechnologyAdvice's digital marketing efforts. Not only is he an all-around pleasant person to work with, but his expertise and recommendations have helped us achieve significant and measurable results for our brand. Our team has a lot of respect for Dave, and no one would hesitate to recommend him to any other company looking to improve their online marketing efforts."

Jordan SchneiderGrowth Marketer, Builder

"Dave spoke on "Networking Techniques for the Digital Age" for the Association of Talent Development in Nashville. There were 50 or so people in the audience. He received an extremely enthusiastic response, both in person and on the surveys that we distributed after the event. The most common themes mentioned in the feedback were:

• His in-depth knowledge & unique insight on ways that technology can be used to form strong professional connections with the right people.
• His ability to discuss this subject with an audience that contained a wide range of interests & abilities regarding technology & communication tools.
• His sincere, honest approach to forming those connections (i.e. "Don't connect with everyone, just connect with people it makes sense to do so...and see if you can help them before you may look to see how they may be able to help you)

I would love to have him back or see him speak at another event!"

Mathew LaughlinSales Trainer and AI Consultant; VP of Programs, ATD Nashville

"It was so great to work with Dave for MoSo 2014. Our attendees had wonderful things to say about Dave's session and it was great to see him stick around and enjoy the rest of MoSo. We would definitely be keen to invite him to speak again in the future."

Desarée WeeresSenior Digital Experience Specialist at Federated Co-operatives Limited

"Dave spoke to over 1,200 college students at the 36th annual American Business Women's International Collegiate Conference in April 2014. Keeping the attention of college students is a very hard task -- let alone keeping the attention of 1,200 students. However, Dave did just that. His talk on 'Your Network Is More Important Than Your Resume' was perfect for the audience. Clearly, Dave is an expert in his field and was a great asset to our students at the conference. I recommend him for other speaking events!"

Tim BirittellaTeaching Professor at Florida International University | Marketing

"Rhoades Car International hired Dave as our social media consultant in 2013. He has taught us so much about blogging and other social media. When a huge news story hit (Prince Harry was filmed riding in our Rhoades Car), Dave worked with us throughout the weekend to maximize the story for us. I highly recommend Dave for anyone looking to grow a business with social media at a reasonable cost with great results."

Phyllis SheltonPresident and CEO, Opt LTD, LLC and Marketing Director, nonprofit entertainment venue

"Dave proved to be a great resource of knowledge on business networking, and our conference attendees were pleased with all of the information they took away from his sessions."

Kayla Clayborne Counts, CMP, CGMPGovernment & Community Relations at Tennessee Valley Authority

"Smart guy. Sees the big picture of digital marketing and is tapped in when it comes to what's happening now. When I need to know something about social media, Dave Delaney's who I call."

David HooperRadio Producer | Podcast Guy

"Dave created & executed all of the social media strategy for Jumpstart Foundry. He did a great job and helped establish and build our brand."

Vic GattoHealthtech investor, author, and consultant; CEO, Jumpstart Health

"Dave delivered! He spoke at Belmont University in Nashville this week and the students are still talking about it. The room was filled to capacity - some students had to sit on the floor. He was engaging and authentic; held the attention of 150+ college business students for almost an hour. The students also enjoyed interacting during the Q&A. I highly recommend Dave as an expert speaker on business networking. He would also be a fantastic workshop presenter on the subject. In my position running the nationally recognized Center for Entrepreneurship at Belmont University, part of my role is to bring innovative speakers to campus. I definitely plan to hire Dave again... He really did rock the place."

Lisa ByrdExperienced manager of projects, programs, and teams

"Dave gave a lunch presentation to our professional organization and he was well received. Our group very much enjoyed his presentation. They found it to be engaging and helpful. I recommend him for educating others on the value of networking."

Janet Payne WalkerSenior Instructor, Advertising & PR, University of Alabama College of Communication & Information Sciences

"It is with great pleasure that we write a letter of recommendation for Dave Delaney Digital Marketing Consulting. We contracted Dave for 2 projects here at The Big Carrot Natural Food Market in Toronto, Canada: a social media audit and a blogging workshop. Dave's audit of our social media work was thorough and full of great, easy to implement recommendations. We liked that we could set goals and watch our efforts pay off. For the blogging workshop we piped Dave in via Google Hangouts from Tennessee. The presentation was not only entertaining but our staff left really excited about applying their new skills to past and future blog posts. Again, the information was easy to understand and relevant to our work here. This was a great investment in our staff, our business and our new website. Thanks Dave!"

Sarah DobecSenior Fundraising Manager for Ontario

"Dave Delaney did a wonderful job of presenting networking and LinkedIn usage best practices to our employees. He was easy to work with from concept to delivery and our learners appreciated his easy-to-understand delivery style. If you are looking for someone to share expertise in this area of digital networking and marketing, Dave would be a great person to engage with."

Stephanie BowmanDirector Talent Management at HCA Healthcare

"As the VP of Programming for IABC Nashville, I found Dave via an online search and hired him to present at our September 2013 professional development luncheon. He spoke on the topic of effectively using LinkedIn. He was very easy to work with prior to and at the event. He was prompt and ready to get to work when he arrived. He was very personable to our guests and provided great insight that resonated with the group. His delivery was professional, not stuffy or formal. He infused the perfect amount of humor to create a comfortable atmosphere for learning and quickly built rapport and credibility throughout his presentation. I received several positive comments about him and the subject he covered with our group. I would recommend him to present/train on any topic related to social media, digital marketing or business networking."

Jennifer McGoldrick FuquaSenior Director of Business Development Operations at Jarrard Inc. | Marketing & Communications, Healthcare

"Dave is our trusted partner for social media strategy. I've witnessed his creative and practical advice turn into tangible results on every engagement."

Les WilkinsonChief Development Officer, HashedHealth

"Dave is a professional in every sense of the word. He maintains an excellent working knowledge of his area of expertise and is able to communicate the importance of the digital world to all levels of an organization. In our time working with him I found his work to be on time, insightful and exactly what we needed. After speaking with our team and seeing the results of his recommendations I know without question that our organization is better for having worked with him and I am sure that we will work with him again in the future."

Josh BowlingFractional AI Interim CFO | C-Suite Operating Executive for Early-Stage & Growth Companies (Series A and beyond) | SaaS, FinTech & Membership

"I have spoken at an event Dave helped organize and I recruited Dave as a speaker for a professional marketing organization where I served on the board. On both sides of that speaker-organizer interaction, I found Dave to be a consummate professional.

There are many business speakers who talk through theories, case studies, and 3rd party observation. Dave is not one of those speakers. He practices what he preaches and that makes his message that much more effective.

I have followed Dave's exploits through social media for several years. He understands community building in marketing and how to engage people both IRL and online. Most importantly, he's genuine and he's a good guy. It's hard to find people like that."

Chris HouchensMedia professional (WSGN/WODS/WOLL/WHYE/WLYE); Pegasus Media

"Dave Delaney has spoken at both of our Customer Conferences and they have loved him every time. His vast knowledge of social media has given our customers invaluable information that they can take and apply to their businesses immediately. His presentations are full of information, funny and interesting. Dave is your passionate social media expert that will always make you want more information on the topic.

If you need a social media speaker for your next event, Dave is your perfect candidate. You will love him."

Lorena CoraProfessional

"Dave Delaney spoke at Tweetstock8 and did an absolutely amazing job. He had us engaged in his story, nodding our heads in affinity, smiling and laughing, and before we knew it we were learning something without even knowing it was happening. That's how good a speaker Dave is.

Dave's presentation on networking is him taking Canadian/Southern hospitality to another level, it's his version of lending a helping hand to a neighbour, it comes naturally to him.

He's able to present cutting edge ideas in a way that's laid back and comfortable as having a cup of coffee. And I should know because I took Dave's coffee challenge and had three coffees with people I met at Tweetstock......and as a result I've booked a gig.

So read his book and bring him in to speak at your next event. I promise you'll like him instantly."

Trevor CherewkaMarketing, Sales, Web, SEO, Trainer; Tweetstock

"Dave Delaney is genuinely a nice guy who is passionate about his community and has a vast knowledge of digital marketing. As the Programming Chair for NAMA (Nashville American Marketing Association), when it came time to choose speakers for a panel discussion on success stories in Nashville, Dave came right to mind. He's an expert on all things technology. His speaking skills are superb and he is a pleasure to work with."

Coco Courtenay RogersNavy Veteran | Storyteller | Soul-Led Founder

"Dave had been on my radar for the last few years as we ran in similar circles, but had never really connected.

When I was looking for a moderator to lead the conversation on Social Media Strategies for attendees at the Americana Music Conference, I knew it had to be Dave.

He really "owned" the panel; creating #hashtags for the event and preparing his panelists. Feedback from attendees was tremendously positive and I attribute that to his ability to relay complex ideas into a language for users at every level, as well as his funny and engaging way with people - panelists and attendees alike.

Dave tops my list for all things digital marketing and social and I'd recommend him to anyone who needs a real expert perspective and consummate professional."

Wayne LeeloyConnector of People, Opportunities & Ideas | Resident Swiss Army Knife

"I met Dave at the NTC Techville conference and know our company would benefit from his knowledge. We brought Dave in-house for a consultation and were very pleased with his presentation and knowledge regarding how social media pertains to our industry. We now have a roadmap of how to best incorporate social media into our business in a manner that will help us provide even better service to our clients and candidates. I highly recommend Dave!"

Alisa Walling, PMPSr. Director of IT and Program Management

"We've invited Dave several times to speak to the technology and communications community at Vanderbilt University, and it's always like money in the bank. I know when Dave speaks it's a hit, and I'll walk away re-energized about my work. Dave deftly weaves personal stories, professional advice and a very healthy dose of common sense into presentations that never fail to inform, enlighten and entertain his audience. His genuine interest in building community has had a significant impact on Nashville. Invite him as a speaker and he'll leave as a friend."

Melanie MoranStrategic Communications Executive | Trusted Counsel for Higher Education Leaders | Fractional CCO; Vanderbilt University

"I've worked with Dave since I joined the NTC. He is well respected in the tech community and is called on to speak and provide advice on a regular basis. Dave spoke at our recent conference - Techville 2012 - and our attendee survey revealed that he was rated excellent by more than 87% of respondents, which put him in the top half of break out session speakers in terms of attendance. We were thrilled and Dave certainly contributed to the success of the event. We look forward to working with him again in the future."

Liza Massey (She/Her)Starting the next chapter of my life's story

"Dave is an engaging and creative social media entrepreneur. He has the ability to capture the attention of an audience, or a client, and involve them in the process in such a way that it is fun and educational.

Dave is a practitioner as well as an innovator of social media marketing. His creativity and drive to devise and execute original, thought-provoking, and compulsive-attention-grabbing marketing campaigns are skills few can match. I follow Dave on Twitter, Facebook, and read his blog regularly, just to see what he is going to come up with next."

Dawne DavisPrincipal Broker, Onward Real Estate

"I met Dave once just over a year ago and begged him to come and head our newly formed Community Engagement team. He politely declined knowing he had other plans on the horizon. Fortunately for me, those plans included going solo as a digital marketing consultant. He engaged with us as quickly as possible and have been thrilled with that decision ever since. He still won't take a permanent role, but it should say enough about him and his skills that he can make a living as an independent consultant in social media and digital marketing."

Michelle ViarFounding & Senior Partner at Thoroughbred Digital

"Dave spoke at TANS (Talent Acquisition Networking Source)'s 2012 Annual Conference about recruitment branding in Nashville. He did a wonderful job of relating real world branding examples to the world of talent attraction, bringing in a ton of data. Great job and thanks for presenting!"

Matt LowneyHR Talent Acquisition Leader

"I am writing to thank Dave Delaney and give him full credit for establishing Griffin Technology's online community of friends and fans. Dave joined Griffin a little over three years ago as a friend and fan of Griffin himself. He showed us how to find the conversations already taking place in social sphere and began the process of listening and engaging in these forums.

Without Dave's guidance and insight I am confident that Griffin would not be nearly as engaged with the community as we are now. We at Griffin credit Dave the best on his approaches as we move forward, and he remains an inspiration to us as well as a fine ambassador for the Griffin product line."

Mark RowanSenior Executive | Strategic Business Development; Griffin Technology

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Dave Delaney since he first came to town, and, along with other young thought leaders, set about transforming the knowledge capital landscape here in Nashville and middle Tennessee.

I have both watched him and worked with him on BarCamp Nashville, PodCamp Nashville, and other community design programs that have so benefited from his poise, wit and never-say-die spirit. The intelligence with which he wields such a skill-set demonstrates how the mind and heart can be aligned to serve the long-term essential sustainability concerns of any performance culture with the short-term needs of the present moment, with all its emergent concerns, crises and opportunities.

Delaney is an impeccable asset to any community and his vision and input into our community is crucial to our future, as Nashville seeks to carve out a unique leadership role for its citizens on local, state, regional and national stages."

Dr. Bob BradleyDirector, Technology Integration, Tennessee State University; President/CEO, Digital Media Sandbox Consortium and Governors Challenge; Charma Buffet Media and Design

"Dave is a true community builder, personally and professionally. While I was leading Social Media Club Nashville, Dave presented two times and was open arms about more groups joining the Nashville technology community.

Dave set the foundation for one of the largest PodCamp and BarCamp events in the country and I believe is one of the main reasons Nashville has been able to differentiate itself from other secondary cities.

Dave's commitment to progressing the Nashville community is unmatched and I look forward to working with him in the future."

Jessica LatinovićMarketing Data & Analytics, Adobe Analytics Leader

"Dave exemplifies what it means to be a community builder and leader. Dave is a person with extremely high integrity coupled with a knack for original concepts and the ability to execute.

Nashville and the technology community as a whole is better because Dave is a part of it."

Jason MooreAdvisor | Coach | Operating Partner | Investor

"Dave is Nashville's "Mr. Twitter". Want to know how to use twitter to benefit your business? Follow Dave. Want to know how to successfully connect with people and put your finger on the lifepulse of the internet? Follow Dave. Want to network with other people in Nashville (and beyond) who are interested in the same things? Dave knows people.

If you want to be successful, make sure Dave is in your entourage."

Mitch CanterDirector of Engineering @ WebDevStudios; Engineering Leader, Speaker & Educator

"Dave was an excellent promoter at the Star. Always very creative with strong technical skills that helped him liaise effectively with many different departments. Would work with him again in a heartbeat."

Craig WattieCSM | CSPO | Agile Coach | PMO Director

"Dave is truly a community-driven guy. His initiative to lead in the formation and coordination of both Barcamp Nashville and Podcamp Nashville benefited the entire technology community of the greater Nashville area and has been a catalyst to the creation of numerous other social media networks and organizations in Nashville."

Bill SeaverPresident and CIO at Techno-Aide

"Dave is always on the cutting edge of new media tools extensively and provided clear explanations to attendees at a conference I organized in Toronto, Canada. I highly recommend him for anything in relation to social media strategies... he'll set you straight."

Julien SmithNY Times Bestselling Author | 12-year Tech CEO | Investor

"I have interviewed Dave as a source for a magazine article. I found him to be articulate, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about integrating a new media strategy (Twitter) into business plans/operations.

I also attended PodCamp Nashville and heard Dave speak, where I again was impressed with the depth of his knowledge and his ability to explain new media technologies to a group of people whose experience spanned a large gamut."

Megan MorrisQuality Engineer

"I've worked with Dave both in the execution of Barcamp 2007 and Podcamp 2008.

Dave has been the glue that's kept both of these events going, and his creativity and persistence are the exact qualities needed to foster growth in the Nashville technology scene.

On top of his diligence, he is simply a great guy to talk to and have a beer with. Dave is a shining asset in whatever endeavor he's involved with and is a great role model."

Caleb GarnerInformation Technology Specialist at TLL, Inc.

"Dave's enthusiasm and commitment to the podcasting and social media space set him apart from most people. He's done a great job building and maintaining a loyal audience with Two Boors, and is an important player in both the US and Canadian podcasting scenes.

His willingness to explore new social tools and new avenues such as co-organizing Barcamps etc let Dave be a presence on the cutting edge of social media, while his wit and personality attract others to join him there. An important asset for any community. I'd hire Dave for a project in a heartbeat."

Bob (Robert) GoyetcheAccount Manager at IBM Canada

"Dave was hired on as our blogger for one of our websites. Dave is very talented and has "out of the box" ideas. Not only has he consistently delivered on-time, on-cost, and on-quality - he has gone above and beyond and has assisted with media relations which was not the original scope of our business relationship.

I would recommend Dave for future business."

Lisa JazwinskiMarketing Transformation | Strategy & Planning | Innovation | Capability | Global Marketing

"With an energy level few people can match, Dave seems to bring out the best in his team. He doesn't let minor setbacks get in his way, Dave finds a way to put a positive spin on tough situations and helps his team push through. A pleasure to work with."

Kelly StewartOpioid Response Business Analyst II, Sr. Instructional Designer at Tennessee Department of Health

"I'm not sure that I can say anything more than "BarCamp Nashville would not be without Dave Delaney."

Dave came to us from his beautiful city of Toronto, ON with a passion to bring New Media to the forefront in Nashville, TN. Without a job (or any sort of local reputation) he launched "New Media Nashville", a blog dedicated to reporting on and invigorating the local new media scene. When we met that fateful day at Fido, I knew we would be fast friends, but I didn't realize we would try to create the kind of event that BarCamp Nashville is turning out to be.

Throughout the entire journey to BarCamp Nashville, Dave has been consistent with meeting deadlines, scoring big, and keeping the team focused on that common goal. He has been an inspiration to me, and someone who I feel like I've known much longer than three months. Nashville and I are very fortunate to have Dave on the case."

Marcus WhitneyHealthcare VC, Board Member, Bestselling Author and Keynote Speaker

"Dave was an outstanding colleague. He was always on top of the tasks at hand, and was always willing to help out when needed. He has an outgoing and friendly demeanor as well as superb sense of humour that adds to his long list of skills and make him an asset to any team."

Nikki Lamb TudicoPresident of Lamb Creative Group, Founder of Black Sheep Academy, Photographer, Speaker, and Youth Mentor