Practical insights. Real-world stories. Lessons you can use tomorrow.
Whether you’re teaching the next generation of marketers, onboarding new team members, or looking to inspire a room full of professionals, Lannie Byrd brings decades of experience in marketing, advertising, and leadership to every presentation.
With a career that spans the classroom, the boardroom, and the agency floor, Lannie knows how to make complex ideas simple—and how to turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth. His sessions are part storytelling, part training, and all about helping people succeed in the real world of marketing.
Speaking Topics
Thriving in Your First Year in Marketing
From day one to day 365, how to earn trust, build skills, and set yourself up for a career that lasts.
Building Trust on Marketing Teams
Why trust is the ultimate competitive advantage, and the habits that make it grow.
Digital-First Skills for Today’s Marketers
The essential tools, platforms, and workflows every marketing professional needs to master.
Ethics & Decision-Making Under Pressure
Making the right call when deadlines are tight, budgets are limited, and stakes are high.
Healthcare Marketing in a Digital Age
Strategies that work for both hospital systems and community clinics in a competitive marketplace.
Online Media Trends & What They Mean for You
How to read the changes, adapt quickly, and stay ahead in a fast-shifting digital landscape.
Formats Available
- Keynote presentations
- Interactive workshops with hands-on exercises
- Panel discussions or moderated Q&A sessions
- Virtual webinars and remote training
Why Book Lannie?
- Experience: 20+ years in marketing and advertising, from teaching to leading high-performing teams.
- Proven Mentor: Has hired, trained, and coached hundreds of interns and new hires.
- Digital-First Expertise: Deep knowledge of online media, analytics, and the tools shaping today’s marketing world.
- Relatable Style: Combines humor, real-world examples, and clear takeaways your audience can apply immediately.
Let’s Work Together
Whether you need a keynote for a marketing conference, a workshop for your agency, or a guest speaker for your classroom, Lannie will customize the content to meet your audience’s needs.