Invite marketing expert Mike Wien to educate and inspire your audience of executives, entrepreneurs, and franchise owner/operators on how to effectively drive business growth on the local level using real world ideas that are easy to implement.

Known for delivering practical, entertaining, and inspirational keynotes and breakout sessions, Mike weaves relevant stories from his business and triathlon careers into presentations customized for each audience. Attendees walk away with strategies for successfully attracting new customers and living a more fulfilling life.

When delivered for a specific franchisor, Mike’s sessions are customized to leverage the marketing tool kit provided by corporate to franchise owners and operators. His preparation often includes a virtual meeting with several executives and on-site visits to several locations of that specific franchise.

Participants at industry conferences such as the International Franchise Association Convention gain the benefit of Mike’s corporate experience as a former Chief Marketing Officer and Director of Field Sales in the franchise industry, as well as his expertise as the franchise academic advisor at Georgia State University.

What Others Say About Mike

"Mike Wien’s presentation at Farmer Boys annual franchise meeting was interactive and engaging. The result was that our franchisees walked away with tangible ideas on how to capitalize on our farm-to-table competitive advantage and boost growth for their individual locations."

- Karen Eadon, Farmer Boys,
President and Chief Operational Officer

"Mike is a fantastic facilitator and speaker! He captures his audience with personalized, targeted discussion and great examples from his own professional and life experiences. The Specific Edge is a great way to get teams thinking about the specificity of their messaging and how to anticipate client needs. Thanks so much, Mike, for sharing great stories and for inspiring us to do our best work! I had an amazing learning experience at the TrainingPros Summit at ASTD ICE Denver 2012!"

- Samantha Macartney, MAT Independent Learning Consultant,
Sr. Instructional Designer

"Mikes talk on staying ignited for life was GREAT this morning at the Alpharetta Rotary! Got a standing ovation from the audience. Everyone identified with Mike’s storey but saw their own life’s journey in a different way after his talk. Good Job, Mike!"

- Tim Gaffney, Problem Solver
at Georgia Non Profit Insurance

"Make the time to attend Mike’s workshops. Mike will help you with improved communication skills and new perspectives on career, community, and family. I highly recommend Mike as a speaker and marketing expert."

- Sam Herndon, Business Transformation
& Business Growth Solutions – Management Consultant

"Mike is a smart, affable and enthusiastic professional whose love of life and helping others is truly exemplified in his wonderful demeanor and his work. His Keep The Flame Lit for Life presentation inspires others to evaluate, then plan for life and career pursuits and then to enjoy the journey. Mike’s real life stories exemplify his ability to perservere and succeed. I would highly recommend him as a speaker as well as a marketing service provider."

- Andy Goldstrom, Director,
Real Estate at Deutsche Bank

Hire Mike Today

Learn how to successfully compete with “Goliath” competitors by out-witting, out-thinking, and out-maneuvering them. Click the button below to go to the Speaker Inquiry Form, where you can provide Mike with the details of your upcoming event.