Jon Lakefish, Founder and CEO
Jon Lakefish is the Founder and CEO of Lakefish Group, a company that has evolved from a marketing and branding agency into one of North America's most recognized names in practical AI education. With over 20 years of experience in branding, marketing, and business strategy, Jon brings a rare combination of creative thinking and operational expertise to every stage he steps onto.
Jon's AI keynotes and workshops are known for one thing above all else: they work. Where other AI speakers get lost in theoretical futures and technical jargon, Jon focuses exclusively on the tools your team can use right now, the same day they walk out of the session. His live demos, guided prompts, and industry-specific examples have earned him 100% value ratings and a 75%+ rebook rate across 110+ sessions in the last 24 months alone.
His sessions cover the full breadth of modern business: branding, marketing, sales, operations, finance, HR, legal, customer experience, data analysis, and strategic planning. Jon's unique background means he doesn't just understand AI tools. He understands how businesses actually work, and how to make AI fit seamlessly into real workflows.
Beyond the stage, Lakefish Group serves as an AI-driven marketing and branding partner for SMBs, combining the power of AI with the gig economy to deliver campaigns that compete with billion-dollar brands at a fraction of the cost.
Jon is based in Duvall, Washington, and is available for keynotes, workshops, and consulting engagements worldwide.
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From Branding to AI Leadership
Branding and Marketing Roots
Built a 20+ year career in branding, marketing, and business strategy, working with SMBs and enterprise brands across North America.
Early AI Adoption
Began integrating AI tools into marketing workflows, becoming an early practitioner and advocate for practical AI in business.
AI Keynotes Take Off
As AI exploded into the mainstream, Jon's practical, no-jargon approach to AI education resonated with audiences. Keynote bookings surged.
Workshops and Consulting
Expanded into immersive AI workshops and advisory services, helping organizations across every industry build practical AI adoption roadmaps.
North America's Practical AI Leader
Jon is one of the most sought-after AI keynote speakers and workshop facilitators in North America, with 110+ sessions in the last 24 months, 100% value ratings, and a 75%+ rebook rate.
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