Evan Dechtman - Digital Transformation Speaker & AI Strategist
Keynote Speaker | Founder | AI Innovator | 25+ Years Experience
Helping businesses harness AI and digital systems to grow smarter—not harder. From founding HEARD Marketing to building DoorDesk.ai, I've spent 25 years turning complex technology into real results.
Key Statistics
- 350+ Clients Served
- 25+ Years Experience
- 3 Companies Founded
Speaking Topics
- AI for Small Business: How to leverage AI tools and automation to compete with larger companies—without the enterprise budget.
- Digital Transformation: Practical strategies to modernize your operations, from marketing automation to AI-powered customer service.
- Getting Found Online: The fundamentals of visibility—SEO, reviews, and reputation management that actually moves the needle.
- From Artist to Architect: Personal journey from musician to marketing agency owner—lessons in pivoting, perseverance, and purpose.
My Story
I started out as a passionate musician—guitar in hand, deep love for the arts. At twenty-three, my business partner and I took a leap and renovated an old theater called the Bluebird to bring live music and cinema back to our community.
But even with great shows and a dream space, people weren't showing up. That's when I realized: it wasn't just about the show—it was about being seen.
So I taught myself how to get visible online. I built a website, learned search engine marketing before it was mainstream, and filled that theater with an audience.
That spark led me to found HEARD Marketing, helping 350+ local businesses get found, get trusted, and get booked. Then I saw another opportunity—and built DoorDesk.ai, bringing AI-powered automation to property management.
Companies Founded
- HEARD Marketing (heardmarketing.io) - Digital marketing agency helping small businesses get found online. 350+ clients served.
- DoorDesk.ai (doordesk.ai) - AI-powered business automation platform for property management.
Client Success Stories
- Restaurant Revival: Built an ordering system that turned a near-shutdown into a flood of new customers during COVID.
- Barbershop Empire: Created a booking and review system enabling growth from 1 to 3 locations.
- Real Estate Colorado: Overhauled the digital platform trusted by 26,000+ real estate professionals.
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Areas of Expertise
Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, AI for Small Business, Business Automation, Digital Marketing Strategy, Marketing Technology, Small Business Growth, AI Implementation, Smart Business Systems, Entrepreneurship, Search Engine Optimization, Online Visibility