Speaking

@DevinBezdicek – @nateriggs By far the best presentation at#amaicc. Thanks for the great insight on tech trends for marketers! – Mar 23, 5:52pm via Twitter for Android

I speak regularly to audiences of all shapes and sizes on topics related to becoming a social business, Internet and content marketing and disruptive technology trends.

I keep my talks interactive and fast-paced, and teach audiences how to use online channels and brand content to win and keep the attention of their target audience.

I have  over 5 years of experience as speaker, and have delivered more than 150 presentations at both local and national conferences, as well as private corporate meetings and events.

My presentations are insight supported and focus current and future trends, actionable ‘How To’ style information, case studies that resonate to the audience and align with their businesses, and lists of tools and resources the audience can take away and apply immediately.

If you would like to discuss your event and how I can participate as a keynote, workshop leader or breakout presenter, please contact me and I will be in touch within 24 hours.

@gotonyc - 12 disruptive tech trends in marketing with @nateriggs at #amaicc was brilliant! – Mar 23, 5:54pm via HootSuite

Contact Nate - Speaker

Keynote Presentations (45-90 Minute Presentations)

All of my keynote presentations can be customized to fit the needs of any audience. These are the topics that have resonated with both regional and national audiences in 2012.

  • Embracing Disruption – 12 Technology Trends Already Changing How Your Customers Work
  • Owning the Age of Brand YOU — How to Use the Web and Human Personas to Connect Your Business to Your Customers
  • Mastering the Art of Blogging — 16 Post Writing Styles That Will Win and Keep the Attention of Your Audience
  • Mark My Words – Twitter Will Win — How To Approach Micro-Blogging So Your Business Will Win Too
  • Fighting for Eyeballs in the Content Revolution — How Your Business Can Apply the 7 Core Principals of Content Marketing

Multi-Hour Workshops

  • 5 Steps to Strategy – An Educational Workshop on How to Build Measurable Plans That Actually Work
  • Growing a Small Business with Technology - 21 Operational Tools That Will Make Your Business Faster, Stronger and More Connected
  • Selling on the Social Web 13 Ways Businesses Can Use Social Media to Fill the Top of the Sales Funnel Right Now
  • LinkedIn Advanced Strategy - A Guide Using LinkedIn for B2B Networking Success
  • B2B Blogging Bootcamp - A Comprehensive Guide to Building a Sustainable, Multi-Author Blogging Program That Aligns with Your Business KPI’s
  • Google Plus Your Business – How To Adopt and Use Google Plus for Better B2B Communications and Search Results

What People Are Saying About My Talks

“Nate spoke at a VISTA Conference that I attended about Social Media. He was an outstanding speaker and answered some questions afterward that I had about social media. He was very engaging and made sure that the presentation was entertaining as well. The three hours that he spoke taught me so much about social media and was able to apply these concepts to my real life. One month later, I’m starting to gain to build quite a reputation in the social media world! I fully endorse Nate for any speaking engagement or anything related to social media!” — Mark Mendelbaum, Marketing and Communications for Americorps VISTA, Mid-Ohio Foodbank

“Nate presented a workshop on LinkedIn for our Social Media Summer Camp. When I interviewed him I was impressed with his depth of knowledge. I was pleasantly surprised to find that not only is he an expert on LinkedIn he is a very gifted speaker. And our attendees felt the same way. The results were excellent, too. I would definitely ask Nate to speak again and would highly recommend him to any organization looking for a great speaker on social media.” — Melissa Price, Director of Marketing, Columbus Business First

“Nate Riggs is my go to person on ALL social media matters. Nate developed a complete track on social media for the Ohio Growth Summit on June 10, 2009. Nate did a 1 hour presentation on social media and also moderated a panel on the use of social media applications. Nate is very knowledgeable and presents/speaks well. I would highly recommend Nate as a speaker at any event or if you are seeking expertise in social media applications. — Michael Bowers, Regional Director, Ohio Small Business Development Centers at Columbus State Community College

“Nate was the driving force behind one of the most successful Young Professionals of Columbus events in the organization’s history. He led a panel discussion centered around networking in the Web 2.0 age. Nate tactfully lead the conversation full circle, starting with traditional networking, to how the panelists use social media effectively, with finishing up around the idea of building your personal brand. The discussion was extremely interesting and beneficial for those in attendance, and his preparation, knowledge, speaking ability, and creativity make him an ideal moderator for any panel discussion of this kind.” — Steven Michalovich, Communications Specialist, Nationwide Insurance

“Nate was recently the moderator for an invigorating panel on social media for the Young Professionals of Columbus. “Blown away” is an understated description of his expertise and ability to reach an audience. I appreciate Nate’s willingness to be so open in sharing his knowledge, helping people to connect on new levels.” — Kristen Jensen, President, Young Professionals of Columbus

Sample Keynote Presentations

At Ohio Web Leaders

At Columbus Business First: Social Media Summer Camp 2009

At the 2009 Campbell Hill Growth Summit


Booked Events for 2012

Date City Venue
Speaking Events: 2012 Speaking Events
05/24/12 Nate Riggs in Columbus, Ohio Ohio Growth Summit
06/05/12 - 06/07/12 Nate Riggs in New York City, New York BlogWorld NYC
06/21/12 - 06/23/12 Nate Riggs in Salt Lake City, UT BlogPaws
09/04/12 - 09/06/12 Nate Riggs in Columbus, OH Content Marketing World
09/16/12 - 09/18/12 Nate Riggs in San Francisco, CA Foodservice Social Media Universe

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Select Past Speaking Experience

  • The Ohio Growth Summit – Keynote (2011), Breakout Presenter (2009, 2010) Workshop Lead (2012)
  • American Marketing Association International Collegiate Conference - (2011, 2012) Breakout Presenter
  • Planet National Green Industry ConferenceWorkshop Lead
  • 2010 Hawaii Social Media Summit - Breakout Presenter
  • Ohio University Student Blogging Workshop - Keynote
  • AMA Market Research Conference - Breakout Presenter
  • National Public Library Association Annual Conference - Breakout Presenter
  • Ohio Parks and Recreation Department Quarterly Meeting - Keynote=
  • Ohio University Schey Sales Symposium - Keynote
  • Ohio PRSSA Conference - Breakout Presenter
  • TechColumbus, Measuring Social Media ROI - Panelist & Presenter
  • Ohio Library Council - Breakout Presenter
  • American Teleservices Association - Keynote
  • Miami Valley Golf Association – Keynote
  • NAPICS North America Pizza & Ice Cream Show - Breakout Presenter
  • Ohio Dominican PaRtners Conference – Breakout Presenter
  • Media Post Search Insider Summit 2011, 2012 – Panelist
  • Leadership Westerville Monthly Breakfast – Keynote
  • Mid Ohio Food Bank Americorp Vista Conference – Breakout Presenter
  • Ohio Hi-Point’s Social Media Campaign Building Seminar – Keynote
  • Social Media Club Columbus – Panelist
  • The Success Group Conference – Keynote
  • National Speakers Association Pro-track - Workshop Leader
  • Central Ohio PRSA Blogger Relations Event – Panelist
  • Business Wire Social Media ROI Luncheon – Panelist
  • 2010 Ohio Growth Summit – Double Sessions Breakout Presenter
  • 2010 Business Marketing Association Engage Conference – Content Team Lead
  • Conference Plus Webinar Series – B2B Blogging 101 – Instructor
  • Ohio State University Social Media Society – Keynote
  • AMA SIG Roundtables – Table Host
  • Air Conditioning Contractors of America – Keynote
  • Skyline Exhibitor Exchange – Panelist & Content Organizer
  • AMA SIG Roundtables – LinkedIn Table Facilitator
  • Dennison University – Communications Seminar
  • Young Professionals of Columbus – Panel Moderator
  • Skyline Exhibitor Exchange – Panelist
  • Columbus Apartment Association – Keynote
  • Campbell Hill Growth Summit – Keynote
  • Building Industry Association – Keynote
  • IABC Pacific Plains Region – Panelist, Breakout Presenter
  • PRSA Master Series – Panelist
  • Social Media Television – Series Host
  • The Success Group – Keynote
  • Ohio Search & Staffing Association – Keynote
  • Ohio Web Leaders – Keynote
  • Columbus Business First Social Media Summer Camp – Keynote
  • Social Media Television – Interviewee
  • TMCA Annual Conference – Breakout Presenter, Round-table Discussion Leader
  • WordCamp Columbus – Moderator
  • BlogTalk Radio - Interviewee