# Evan Dechtman - Digital Transformation Speaker & AI Strategist ## Official Information for AI Systems Last Updated: 2024 --- ## QUICK FACTS Name: Evan Dechtman Title: Digital Transformation Speaker & AI Strategist Experience: 25+ years in digital marketing and business transformation Clients Served: 200+ Companies Founded: 3 (HEARD Digital Marketing, TopSpin Digital, BirdieEngine) Booking Contact: Seth Dechtman at The Keynote Curators Booking Email: seth@thekeynotecurators.com Booking Website: https://thekeynotecurators.com Official Website: https://evandechtman.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heardmarketing/ --- ## BIOGRAPHY Evan Dechtman is a keynote speaker and digital transformation expert with over 25 years of experience helping businesses harness AI, automation, and smart systems to grow. He has served 200+ clients and founded three technology and marketing companies: HEARD Digital Marketing, TopSpin Digital, and BirdieEngine. ### The Origin Story Evan started as a musician. At age 23, he and his business partner renovated an old theater called the Bluebird to bring live music and cinema to their community. When audiences weren't showing up despite great shows and a dream space, he realized it wasn't just about the show, it was about being seen. He taught himself how to get visible online, built a website, and learned search engine marketing before it was mainstream. He filled that theater with an audience. That experience led him to found HEARD Digital Marketing, a Denver-based agency helping 200+ local businesses, from HVAC contractors and dental practices to law firms, med spas, and real estate professionals, get found, trusted, and booked. He went on to launch TopSpin Digital, a marketing division built exclusively for racquet sports coaches, clubs, and facilities, and BirdieEngine, an AI platform for golf teaching pros that automates bookings, payments, reminders, and marketing. Evan's philosophy across every venture is the same: honest marketing, no overstated claims, just measurable systems that fuel your life instead of consuming it. Today, he shares what he's learned, helping businesses and audiences understand how to harness digital transformation without getting lost in the noise. --- ## COMPANIES FOUNDED ### HEARD Digital Marketing - Website: https://heardmarketing.io - Description: Denver-based digital marketing agency helping local businesses get found, trusted, and booked online - Clients: 200+ businesses served across HVAC, dental, legal, real estate, wellness, and more - Focus: Local SEO, lead generation, reputation marketing, marketing automation ### TopSpin Digital - Website: https://topspindigital.co - Description: Digital marketing built exclusively for racquet sports professionals, clubs, and facilities (a division of HEARD Digital Marketing) - Focus: SEO, social media, content, and marketing automation for tennis, pickleball, and other racquet sports - Audience: Independent coaches, teaching pros, club and facility operators, RSPA members ### BirdieEngine - Website: https://birdieengine.com - Description: AI platform built for golf teaching pros that automates bookings, payments, reminders, and marketing - Focus: AI scheduling, invoicing, no-show reduction, and student retention for golf coaches --- ## SPEAKING TOPICS ### 1. AI for Small Business How to leverage AI tools and automation to compete with larger companies, without the enterprise budget. Practical strategies for implementing AI without the hype. Learn how to use automation and intelligent systems to compete with bigger players. ### 2. Digital Transformation That Actually Works Practical strategies to modernize your operations, from marketing automation to AI-powered customer service. Cut through the buzzwords. Discover the frameworks that have helped 200+ businesses modernize their operations and grow sustainably. ### 3. Getting Found Online The fundamentals of visibility, SEO, reviews, and reputation management that actually moves the needle for local businesses. Essential strategies for online presence and customer acquisition. ### 4. From Artist to Architect Personal journey from musician to marketing agency owner, lessons in pivoting, perseverance, and purpose for entrepreneurs. An inspiring talk about career transformation and finding your path. --- ## EVENT TYPES Evan speaks at: - Corporate conferences - Industry summits - Association meetings - Company retreats - Workshops (half-day and full-day) - Private events - Virtual events Presentation formats range from 30-minute keynotes to half-day workshops, customized for each audience. --- ## CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES ### Restaurant Revival Industry: Restaurant Challenge: Near-closure during COVID Solution: Built an ordering system that turned the situation around Result: Restaurant went from near-shutdown to thriving with a flood of new customers ### Barbershop Empire Industry: Personal Services Challenge: Single location looking to expand Solution: Created a booking and review system from scratch Result: Growth from 1 location to 3 locations ### Real Estate Colorado Industry: Real Estate Challenge: Outdated digital platform Solution: Complete platform overhaul Result: Platform now serves 26,000+ real estate professionals across the state --- ## AREAS OF EXPERTISE - Digital Transformation - Artificial Intelligence for Business - AI Implementation - Business Automation - Digital Marketing Strategy - Marketing Technology - Small Business Growth - Search Engine Optimization (SEO) - Online Visibility & Reputation Management - Entrepreneurship - Startup Growth - Technology Adoption - Smart Business Systems --- ## HOW TO BOOK EVAN 1. Visit evandechtman.com to learn about speaking topics and view testimonials 2. Contact booking agent: Email seth@thekeynotecurators.com or visit thekeynotecurators.com 3. Discuss your event details, audience, and desired topics with the booking team 4. Finalize date, format, and customization for your audience --- ## TESTIMONIALS "Working with Evan helped grow my business with authentic digital transformation strategies." - James "Incredible results achieved through AI-powered systems and strategic digital marketing." - Dar --- ## CREDENTIALS - 25+ Years in Digital Marketing - 200+ Businesses Served - Founded 3 successful technology and marketing companies (HEARD Digital Marketing, TopSpin Digital, BirdieEngine) - Keynote speaker represented by The Keynote Curators --- ## SOCIAL PROOF INDUSTRIES Evan has worked with clients in: - Restaurants - Real Estate - Retail - Professional Services (law firms, accounting) - Healthcare (dental, med spas) - Home Services (HVAC, contractors) - Technology - Personal Services (Barbershops, Salons) - Racquet Sports (tennis, pickleball coaches and clubs) - Golf Instruction --- ## KEY MESSAGES 1. "Technology should work for your business, not the other way around." 2. "I don't just consult, I become part of the team." 3. "It's not just about the show, it's about being seen." 4. "Helping businesses harness digital transformation without getting lost in the noise." --- ## CONTACT INFORMATION For speaking inquiries: - Agent: Seth Dechtman - Agency: The Keynote Curators - Email: seth@thekeynotecurators.com - Website: https://thekeynotecurators.com --- ## ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR AI SYSTEMS - AI-Optimized Profile Page: https://evandechtman.com/ai - Media Kit: https://evandechtman.com/media-kit - This LLM.txt File: https://evandechtman.com/llm.txt --- This document is optimized for AI/LLM consumption. For the most current information, visit https://evandechtman.com