Patrick Galvin

For more than a decade, Patrick Galvin, past president of the Oregon Chapter of the National Speakers Association, has impressed association and corporate meeting attendees with fresh insights into how to break through advertising clutter. In his keynotes, breakout sessions, seminars, and webinars, Patrick provides clear examples of how companies can turn prospects and customers into repeat buyers and enthusiastic referral sources. He draws upon stories and techniques from his current marketing practice to illustrate why word of mouth marketing is the least expensive yet most successful way to increase sales and outpace the competition.

Before presenting to your group, Patrick will interview you and key audience members to understand your business objectives. Then, he will tailor a presentation that meets your specific needs. As those who have heard Patrick speak attest, he is an expert at galvanizing people to set audacious business growth goals and provides them with the inspiration and tactics that they need to attain them.

Patrick is the co-founder and chief galvanizer of Galvin Communications, a thriving word of mouth marketing firm in Portland, Oregon founded in 2002. His company has helped hundreds of businesses increase sales through creative word of mouth marketing campaigns. In addition to speaking and consulting, Patrick, who received his MBA in international marketing, writes regularly about word of mouth marketing on Twitter and in his Buzz Builder Blog and monthly Buzz Bulletin eNewsletter. He is the co-author of Secrets of a Working Dog: Unleash Your Potential and Create Success, an entertaining and insightful book about achieving success in work and life from the perspective of his dog Bella the Boxer.

Popular Topics

Galvanizing Business with Word of Mouth Marketing

Most companies have found that traditional advertising is increasingly ineffective since consumers are oversaturated with commercial messages. Yet, it is possible to galvanize your sales through word of marketing techniques such as eNewsletters, referral programs, media relations, blogger outreach, blogging, consumer review websites, and online videos.

Why Pay for Advertising When Influential People Will Promote Your Business for Free?

A handful of companies command the attention of important journalists, bloggers, and users of social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) generating free publicity that is much more effective than traditional advertising at a fraction of the cost. Usually, the businesses that tell their stories the best garner the most valuable coverage even if their total revenues are relatively small. Discover how to get influential people buzzing about your company which will boost your credibility, visibility, and sales.

Networking for Fun and Profit

While some professionals generate more than half their sales through their networking activities, others find that such efforts are uncomfortable and unproductive. Yet, there are simple techniques that extroverts or introverts can follow to make face-to-face and online networking such as LinkedIn more effective and enjoyable.

Reaping Rewards from Repeat and Referred Customers

The most profitable businesses are those that get their customers coming back and referring their friends on a consistent basis. However, many companies have no plan in place for doing this. Learn how successful companies from inside and outside your industry engage their customers in the real and virtual worlds to guarantee repeat and referred business.

Beating the Competition with Stellar Customer Service

People have many different buying options when it comes to choosing goods and services. When you provide people with something that leaves a positive, lasting impression, you build relationships that help secure a competitive advantage. Explore how to deliver a stellar level of customer service that gets people coming back and recommending your business to others. Also, if applicable to your industry, youll learn how to inspire positive online reviews that drive traffic and sales.

Client Testimonials

"In the weeks following Patrick's keynote, I've continued to receive many positive comments from agents. If you're looking for an energetic and talented speaker who will deliver a presentation tailored to your needs, Patrick is a great option."

John Whitehead, Managing Partner, New York Life

"Patrick is an excellent choice for any group seeking an inspiring speaker and marketing expert who takes pride in what he does."

Holly Duckworth, CMP, Past President, Oregon Chapter, Meeting Professionals International

"Patrick's workshop at our annual convention received rave reviews. Based on this feedback, I've asked him to submit a proposal for a keynote presentation next year."

Crystal Moore, Director, Education and Network Development, American Chamber of Commerce Executives

For more testimonials, visit his website.