Words matter and knowing how to use them makes all the difference.

For many years, Rob Kirkpatrick has been at the forefront of identifying audiences and how to best speak to them. With a professional background in local, national and global media, Rob has become a go-to resource for companies looking to amplify their own story and GROW. Supporting both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Rob has a handle on current best-practices in the fast-paced world of communications with a focus on revenue.

I've found my calling in helping professionals find their voice and turn big goals into reality.

About Rob

Rob Kirkpatrick is an enterprise communications and marketing consultant with more than 15 years of experience advising executive leadership teams across media, technology, logistics, and consumer-facing organizations. His work sits at the intersection of brand strategy, change management, and revenue enablement—helping organizations align leadership messaging, internal culture, and external positioning to drive growth.

Rob is the Founder and Principal Consultant of KirkpatrickBrands, where he partners with senior leaders to modernize communication strategies, guide organizations through periods of change, and strengthen executive credibility with employees, customers, investors, and stakeholders. His consulting approach blends strategic clarity with real-world operational insight, informed by years of experience inside complex, high-stakes organizations.

Previously, Rob served as Head of Brand and Corporate Communications at Airspace, a technology-enabled global logistics company. In that role, he directly supported executive leadership on brand strategy, investor relations, public relations, and go-to-market communications, helping position the company as a thought leader in AI-driven logistics.

Earlier in his career, Rob held senior leadership roles at CNN, FOX Television, and Townsquare Media. He led cross-functional teams, managed national and global distribution networks, and operated in fast-paced environments where accuracy, trust, and speed were critical. That foundation continues to shape his advisory work with enterprise organizations today.

Rob is known for his ability to translate complexity into clear, credible messaging that supports decision-making and sustainable growth. He is frequently sought out as a strategic partner by leaders navigating transformation, growth, and evolving market expectations.

Custom Professional Development and Speaking Engagements

Rob has spoken to groups as small as five people and to meetings of thousands of participants. Let’s work together to identify your specific business needs to create custom training. 

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