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SEO Speaker - Chris Kirksey

CEO, Direction.com

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Chris is a speaker who can captivate your audience with insights into the world of SEO, AI, and the art of persuasion through story and rhetoric.

From decoding foreign intelligence in high-stakes military operations to decoding the human mind in high-stakes marketing campaigns, Chris has built his career on the art of communication, and is the perfect choice to inspire and educate attendees at your next conference.

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Transform Your Conference with an SEO Speaker Pioneering the world of AI & Copywriting

Chris Kirksey is an SEO expert who has consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in the industry.

As the bootstrapped founder behind Direction.com, a multi-million dollar agency, Chris has strategically fused AI into content services to create 100% unique, mind-blowingly awesome content that converts and ranks faster than the industry has ever seen due to his years of research and integration of story & literary frameworks – his love for, and mastery of language as someone who speaks 4 languages.

Chris has crafted strong brands through SEO for hundreds of companies worldwide. His ability to harness the power of AI and integrate it with quality into SEO strategies the world has never seen before sets him apart as a true visionary in the field.

Chris is not just a leader in the SEO industry, but a dynamic and engaging speaker who loves people and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the stage.

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From the Battlefield to the Boardroom

What makes Chris Kirksey truly unique is his background as a Signals Intelligence Lead in the U.S. Army. Having led teams on three combat deployments to the Middle East, mastered three foreign languages, and worked for elite 3-letter intelligence agencies, Chris brings a level of discipline, leadership, and resilience that is unmatched in the SEO world. His military experiences have shaped his approach to digital marketing, allowing him to craft campaigns with the same precision and rigor he applied to military endeavors.

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Engaging, Entertaining, and Enlightening

Chris will give your audience an engaging, entertaining, and enlightening experience. He has a proven track record of captivating audiences at top-tier conferences such as SXSW , Pubcon, CMSEO, and Entrepreneurs Organization. His ability to break down complex topics, share actionable insights, and address tough questions head-on makes him a favorite among conference-goers.

See what event attendees are saying about Chris Kirksey:

"I loved the talk by Chris Kirksey, of direction.com, whose AI prompt work is several levels above anything else I’ve seen."
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Terry Kyle
CEO, WPX.net
"Chris Kirksey capped the day with an unforgettable session on paradigm shifts in SEO. He shared how he gets websites ranked on the first page within 24 hours, broke down the Eloquence Formula for persuasive writing, and offered actionable tips for optimizing outputs with tools like Claude."
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Amit Patel
Digital PR Specialist
"I'm getting so many texts of folks asking about you 🔥🔥🔥🔥. You are and were a total rockstar on our SXSW panels yesterday!!!! Added SO much insane and clear value! You spoke so well. I’d love to have you back in Scottsdale next year when we do this again!!"
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Julia McCoy
"Chris' approach of creating content using AI, reverting back to fundamentals like rhetorical devices and eloquence formulas sparked new ideas for enhancing AI-driven content creation processes."
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Andrew Oleksik
Managing Director, SUSO Digital

SEO Expertise & Topics

Whether you’re looking for a speaker to delve into the intricacies of AI and SEO, share content strategies that drive results, or explore the latest techniques in backlink building and on-page conversion rate optimization, Chris has you covered. His vast expertise and passion for all facets of SEO make him an invaluable resource for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry.

Literary Devices & Storytelling Frameworks: As someone who speaks multiple languages fluently, Chris has studied and deeply understands how to use language patterns, eloquence formulas, and rhetorical devices to create influential, impactful communication. He demonstrates how to harness these proven linguistic techniques alongside AI to produce exceptional content that drives powerful business results.

AI and SEO: Chris delves into how artificial intelligence is transforming the SEO landscape, offering insights into leveraging AI for more effective and efficient SEO strategies.

AI and Programmatic SEO: He explores the integration of AI with programmatic SEO, demonstrating how automated systems, when built out properly to create real value and match search intent with true quality can drive organic traffic and improve search engine rankings.

Content Strategy with SEO: Chris provides a comprehensive guide on creating content that not only engages audiences but also ranks highly on search engines.

Building an SEO Team: Drawing from his experience at Direction.com, Chris offers real-world, implementable advice on assembling and managing a top-performing SEO team and company that has grown by an average of 30% in revenue year-over-year.

Book Chris Kirksey To Speak At Your Next Event

Don’t miss the opportunity to have Chris Kirksey inspire, educate, and entertain your audience at your next conference. Chris is the speaker who will leave your attendees buzzing with new ideas and eager to implement his strategies. Contact us today to book Chris for your event and give your audience a truly unforgettable experience that will get your event talked about to the point of selling out next time you have an event.

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