Blake Morgan

Blake Morgan is a globally recognised authority on customer experience and leadership, known for helping organisations build cultures that prioritise the modern customer. Blake has become a trusted voice for executives seeking to navigate rapid technological change while maintaining a human-centred approach to business. She has been named one of the top 40 female keynote speakers by Real Leaders Magazine and has delivered keynote talks at high-profile events, including the 2026 Qualtrics #X4 conference. Her thought leadership bridges innovation, employee engagement and customer-centric strategy, making her a sought-after expert across industries. She is widely recognised not only for her insights but for her ability to translate complex trends into practical action, which is why she is consistently hired as a keynote speaker at major global events.

Blake’s career began with roles that built a strong foundation in content, communication and business strategy. After graduating from the University of California with a degree in Modern Literature and the History of Art and Visual Culture, she started as a Conference Producer at IQPC before progressing to Senior Editor. She later became President at New York Toastmasters, refining her public speaking skills, and moved into marketing roles, including Marketing Manager at blueKiwi and Social Media Program Manager at Intel Corporation. Alongside her corporate work, Blake launched her PR agency, Artemis, in 2010 and later founded CXOHouse.com, a community for customer experience leaders. Her academic contributions include teaching as Adjunct Faculty at Rutgers University and guest lecturing at institutions such as the University of California and Columbia University School of Professional Studies, further cementing her authority in the field.

Blake’s influence extends through a wide range of accolades and media contributions. Blake is the author of ‘CustomerFocused Leadership: The New Rules For Building Business Around Today’s Customer’, which became a January 2023 Business Bestseller and was recognised among the top future of technology books and essential reading for C-level executives navigating global disruption. As host of ‘The Modern Customer Podcast’, she has interviewed leading executives and innovators, while also serving as a LinkedIn Learning Instructor, sharing her expertise with a global professional audience.

Blake is hired as a keynote speaker because she delivers more than theory. Her presentations combine real-world case studies, actionable frameworks and forward-thinking insights into customer experience and leadership. She speaks directly to the challenges organisations face in aligning culture, technology and customer expectations, offering clear strategies for transformation. With a dynamic speaking style grounded in years of research and executive engagement, Blake equips audiences with the tools to lead customer-centric change at scale, making her an essential voice for organisations aiming to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Here are some of the key milestones that define Blake Morgan’s remarkable career:

  • 2026 – Keynote talk at the Qualtrics #X4 conference
  • 2024 – LinkedIn Learning Instructor
  • 2024 – Published ‘CustomerFocused Leadership: The New Rules For Building Business Around Today’s Customer’
  • 2021 – Top 100 Future Of Technology Books Of All Time
  • 2020 – Top 20 Books C-Level Executives Are Reading To Deal With COVID-19
  • 2020 – Named one of the top 40 female keynote speakers by Real Leaders Magazine
  • 2019 – Guest Lecturer for the Columbia University School of Professional Studies
  • 2015 – Founded CXOHouse.com
  • 2013 – Social Media Program Manager and Digital Support at Intel Corporation
  • 2009 – President at New York Toastmasters