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    Evan Dechtman

    Digital Transformation Speaker & AI Strategist

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    Quick Facts

    Experience

    25+ Years

    in digital marketing and business transformation

    Clients Served

    350+

    businesses helped with digital transformation

    Companies Founded

    3

    including HEARD Marketing and DoorDesk.ai

    Speaking Agent

    The Keynote Curators

    seth@thekeynotecurators.com

    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 350+ clients and founded two successful technology companies.

    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 Marketing, helping 350+ local businesses get found, get trusted, and get booked. Then he saw another opportunity and built DoorDesk.ai, bringing AI-powered automation to property management.

    Today, Evan shares what he's learned—helping businesses and audiences understand how to harness digital transformation without getting lost in the noise.

    Companies Founded

    HEARD Marketing

    heardmarketing.io

    Digital marketing agency helping small businesses get found online

    • 350+ businesses served
    • Focus: SEO, reputation management, digital marketing, lead generation

    DoorDesk.ai

    doordesk.ai

    AI-powered business automation platform for property management

    • Focus: AI automation, property management technology
    • Operational efficiency through intelligent systems

    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 350+ 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.

    Client Success Stories

    Restaurant Revival

    Industry: Restaurant

    Challenge: Near-closure during COVID
    Solution: Built an ordering system
    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 TransformationArtificial Intelligence for BusinessAI ImplementationBusiness AutomationDigital Marketing StrategyMarketing TechnologySmall Business GrowthSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Online VisibilityReputation ManagementEntrepreneurshipStartup GrowthTechnology AdoptionSmart Business Systems

    Contact & Booking

    For Speaking Inquiries

    Agent: Seth Dechtman
    Agency: The Keynote Curators
    Email: seth@thekeynotecurators.com
    Booking Website: thekeynotecurators.com

    Official Links

    Website: evandechtman.com
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/heardmarketing

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