Brian Critchfield, MBA is a highly respected international speaker, author, professor, and consultant with over 25 years of experience in word-of-mouth marketing, digital marketing, and marketing strategy. He has launched over 100 products for both Fortune 500 companies and startups. Brian has also founded nine successful companies and launched the first social media agency in the Northwest. His clientele includes big names like HP, Toyota, Pfizer, and Microsoft. Brian's articles have appeared in many publications, including Forbes India. He is currently writing a book on his marketing formula called "Marketing From the Navel: Word of Mouth From the Inside Out." Brian holds an MBA in Global Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management and a BBA in Marketing from Boise State University. Brian is also a certified facilitator for FranklinCovey where he teaches courses on leadership and effectiveness. Brian is married and has five children.