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Jay Acunzo

Transform business communication with Jay Acunzo, public speaking and storytelling advisor. Jay works with everyone from top execs to bestselling authors to develop distinctive ideas and deliver compelling narratives that drive results. Featured by Forbes and LinkedIn and trusted by Salesforce, Mailchimp, and GoDaddy for his expert insights on standing out in crowded markets.

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Jay Acunzo, Speaker | Differentiation And Storytelling
Jay Acunzo

Jay Acunzo

Boston, United States

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$11k–25k

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Jay Acunzo's biography

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  • Speaker on differentiation and business storytelling
  • Former Google and HubSpot marketing leader
  • Creator of award-winning content for major brands
Jay Acunzo teaches business leaders how to differentiate through storytelling and strategic communication. He helps executives, founders, and marketing teams compete on the impact of their ideas rather than the size of their budgets. After working in marketing roles at Google and HubSpot, Jay wrote Break the Wheel and built an advisory practice serving clients including Mailchimp, Salesforce, Wistia, and GoDaddy. Forbes described his marketing newsletter as one "you need to subscribe to", and LinkedIn named him among 15 must-hear marketing podcasters. He has directed documentaries, hosted podcasts, and created award-winning content for startups and Fortune 500 companies. Jay transforms how leaders approach their messaging and presentations. He works with bestselling authors, TED speakers, and seven-figure coaches to develop thought leadership that cuts through noise. His methods help clients move beyond generic industry advice and create communication strategies rooted in their experiences and perspectives. Whether addressing expo audiences of 4,000 or closed-door summits of 40 executives, Jay delivers insights that attendees can apply to their own work immediately. Audiences learn how to craft compelling narratives that connect with their specific markets and gain practical techniques for developing original points of view that set them apart from competitors. Jay provides concrete methods for translating expertise into memorable stories that drive business results. Book Jay to help your team communicate with greater clarity and influence in overcrowded marketplaces.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Resonance Over Reach
In this session, speaking and storytelling advisor Jay Acunzo explores how to stand out in a crowded marketplace. He emphasizes that you don't need to be the biggest or best; instead, focus on becoming a favorite. Attendees will learn a framework to clarify their message, develop a Signature Idea, and implement techniques that influence buyer behavior, enabling them to compete effectively and drive revenue.
The Last Great Advantage
In the AI era, public speaking remains an irreplaceable skill that enhances personal value and drives action. Jay Acunzo will lead an engaging session demonstrating how to transform public speaking into a superpower. He will analyze standout speakers, share effective frameworks, and provide actionable tools. Attendees will learn a repeatable structure for impactful presentations, discover three essential elements often missing from talks, and gain techniques to captivate audiences, ensuring their next presentation is their best yet.

Why we recommend booking Jay

Jay's background at Google and HubSpot give him the real-world industry insights teams need when it comes to brand differentiation, with or without massive budgets. His client roster, including Mailchimp, Salesforce, and Wistia, proves his ability to translate strategic storytelling into measurable business outcomes, particularly valuable for teams competing in crowded markets.

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Testimonials

Multiple attendees came running up to me and said: “that was the best keynote I’ve ever seen!

Mary Jo

I was literally saying to our event manager: “we hit it out of the ballpark with this guy!

Veronica Martinez

Attendees and my leadership team kept commenting over and over on how meaningful and memorable his session was. I very much appreciated how customized his session was to our very diverse audience. We loved him so much, we’re already booking him for another event!

Haley Sevalstad

Featured Projects

Jay Acunzo - Break The Wheel book cover
Jay Acunzo - How Stories Happen book cover

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Email jay.acunzo@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Jay's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Jay Acunzo's speaking style like?
Jay Acunzo uses a framework-based teaching format, walking audiences through a structured method for developing a Signature Idea and building repeatable presentation structures. He draws on analysis of standout speakers and case studies from his advisory work with named brands to ground each framework in observable examples.
What topics does Jay Acunzo specialise in?
Jay Acunzo speaks on standing out in crowded markets, public speaking as a competitive skill, and developing a Signature Idea to influence buyer behaviour. He built his advisory practice following senior marketing roles at Google and HubSpot, and counts Mailchimp, Salesforce, and GoDaddy among his clients.
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