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Keynote SpeakerJonah Berger

Marketing Professor at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Internationally Bestselling Author, World-renowned expert on change, influence, and why things catch on

How can we increase our influence? Change minds and action? Get our products, services, and ideas to catch on? Professor Jonah Berger has the answers. He is a Wharton Professor, internationally bestselling author, and world‐renowned expert on change, word of mouth, influence, natural language processing, and how products, services, and... Read more

Biography

How can we increase our influence? Change minds and action? Get our products, services, and ideas to catch on? Professor Jonah Berger has the answers.

He is a Wharton Professor, internationally bestselling author, and world‐renowned expert on change, word of mouth, influence, natural language processing, and how products, services, and ideas catch on. He has published over 80 articles in top-tier academic journals, teaches one of the world’s most popular online courses, and accounts of his work often appear in places like The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review. Millions of Jonah Berger’s books, Contagious, The Catalyst, Invisible Influence, and most recently Magic Words, are in print in over 35 countries around the world. Berger has keynoted hundreds of major conferences and events like SXSW and Cannes Lions, advises various early‐stage companies, and consults for organizations like Apple, Google, Nike, Amazon, GE, Moderna, and The Gates Foundation.

Jonah Berger has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including various early career awards. He was named one of the top 30 leaders in business by the American Management Association and one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company magazine. His research has been featured multiple times in the New York Times Magazine’s “Year in Ideas” and Wharton gave him the Iron Professor award for awesome faculty research.

Popular Talks by Jonah Berger

  • Magic Words: What to Say to Get Your Way

    From emails and power points to phone calls and pitch meetings, almost everything we do involves words. Words are how we persuade, communicate, and connect. But certain words are more impactful than others. They’re better at changing minds, engaging listeners, and driving action. What are these magic words, and how…
  • How to Change Anyone’s Mind

    Everyone has something they want to change. Salespeople want to change the customer’s mind. Managers want to change employee behavior. Leaders want to change the way an entire organization does business. But change is hard. We persuade and cajole and push and push, but even after all that work, often…
  • How to Make Things Catch On

    Why do some things catch on and become popular while others falter? And how can we generate more word of mouth for a product or initiative we’re working on? This talk reveals the secret science behind word-of-mouth and social transmission. Discover how six basic principles drive all sorts of things…
  • Returning to Growth in the New World

    Our world has recently undergone unprecedented change at a rapid pace. From remote work and online retail to shifting customer needs and employee mindsets, many things are different than they were before. But as we return to a new normal, smart companies and industries are recognizing the opportunity to also…

More talks

  • How to disruption proof your business
  • Go-to-market strategy and new product launch
  • Marketing and advertising in the digital age
  • How to be more influential
  • Decision Making, Consumer Behavior, Word of Mouth
  • How Products & Ideas Become Popular

How to book Jonah Berger as a keynote speaker

How do I book Jonah Berger for a keynote speech?

You can book Jonah Berger through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Jonah's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Jonah Berger's speaking fees?

Jonah Berger's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Jonah tailored to your event.

What topics does Jonah Berger speak about?

Jonah Berger speaks on Business & Management, Change, Communication, Customer Experience, Digital. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Jonah to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Jonah Berger available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Jonah Berger for events worldwide, subject to Jonah's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Jonah Berger deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Jonah Berger is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Jonah Berger?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Jonah can accommodate.

Can Jonah Berger tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Jonah Berger on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Jonah can offer.

What languages does Jonah Berger present in?

Jonah Berger delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Jonah Berger a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Jonah Berger's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Change, Communication, Customer Experience, Digital. To get a clear sense of Jonah's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Jonah Berger speak at?

Jonah Berger can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Change, Communication, Customer Experience, Digital is relevant. Details of Jonah's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Jonah Berger offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Jonah Berger is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Jonah Berger?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jonah Berger, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jonah's current availability for your dates.