Gene Marks

Author. Columnist. Keynote Speaker.

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Gene Marks

Author. Columnist. Keynote Speaker.

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Why Book

Gene helps business owners, executives and senior managers understand the political, economic, operational and technological ISSUES AND TRENDS that will affect their companies. But most importantly, Gene provides the ACTIONS they need to take to continue to grow and build a valuable company.
Gene’s presentations help business owners and managers of all industries to look ahead, with specific actions for growing and profiting based on the strategies of other business owners in their industry.
Whether it’s navigating a slow economy, managing through inflation or finding and retaining the best talent, Gene shares what his best clients, readers and business leaders in his community are doing to build value and grow their companies each year.

Biography

Gene Marks CPA runs The Marks Group PC, a technology consulting firm based in Philadelphia that serves more than 600 businesses nationwide. For the past two decades Gene has covered business technology for Forbes magazine, and has been writing almost exclusively about artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on businesses since 2022. He covers the latest software, hardware, security, networking and productivity tools that are essential for businesses of all sizes by telling the stories of the companies and experts who use them. He also regularly contributes technology pieces to The Guardian and Entrepreneur Magazine.

Gene is the author of more than a half-dozen business management books, his most recent being “The AI Business Playbook — Lessons, Risks and Opportunities” and “The 2026 CRM Companion Guide.” Gene speaks dozens of times a year nationally on technology topics at manufacturing, distribution, service, retail, construction, banking and financial services conferences, industry association meetings and corporate events where he covers how AI and other technologies specifically impacts that industry.

Gene hosts the Paychex Thrive Podcast and YouTube series which covers technology and other business management topics where he interviews leaders in technology and others who impact business. He appears regularly on CBS Radio, The Wharton Sirius/XM channel, Fox Business and CNBC. Prior to starting The Marks Group, Gene was a senior manager at the international consulting firm KPMG.

Programs

From Washington to Your Workplace: Economic, Political, Workplace and Technology Trends Impacting Your Industry

The Hill and Guardian columnist Gene Marks explains how leaders are navigating economic changes, tariff uncertainty, workplace challenges and technology investments. As a regular columnist for The Hill and The Guardian and frequent guest on Fox News and other national outlets, Gene Marks spends his time analyzing the political and economic decisions coming out of Washington — and translating what they actually mean for business owners and industry leaders.

In this high-energy, insightful presentation, Gene connects the dots between public policy and business strategy. He explains how regulation, trade policy, workforce shortages, midterm elections, tariffs, and inflation will directly impact hiring, costs, supply chains, and profitability over the next 12–36 months.

This keynote will address how leaders are:

✓ Utilizing economic data that makes sense
✓ Adapting to the regulatory environment under the current administration
✓ Navigating trade shifts and tariff exposure
✓ Tackling labor market dynamics and workforce shortages
✓ Managing through inflation and higher costs
✓ Preparing for the midterms
✓ Investing in technology

This is not a partisan talk — it’s a practical business briefing designed to help leaders anticipate change, reduce risk, and position their organizations for growth regardless of political outcomes.

AI, Automation & The Future of Your Industry: Forbes Tech Columnist Shares What Leaders Need to Know Now

For more than 20 years, Gene Marks has covered business technology for Forbes, reporting 6–8 times per month on the latest advances in artificial intelligence, automation, and enterprise software. In this fast-paced, practical session, he separates AI hype from business
reality and explains what is actually impacting industries like construction, manufacturing, distribution, retail, and financial services.

Drawing from his interviews with Microsoft, Google, emerging AI firms, and real-world companies implementing these tools, Gene will outline where AI is delivering measurable ROI — and where businesses are wasting time and money.

This keynote focuses on:

✓ AI risks and realities
✓ AI agents and automation in operations
✓ AI in sales, CRM, estimating, forecasting and finance
✓ AI in in real life in your industry
✓ Workforce implications and leadership strategy
✓ AI governance, risk, and data management
✓ Where to invest in 2026–2027 for competitive advantage
✓ What to expect in the next 12–24 months

Attendees leave with a clear, practical technology roadmap — not theory — and a better understanding of how smart leaders are using AI to protect margins and drive growth.

Books

Want More Cash?: 100+ Ideas And Strategies For Increasing Your Company’s Cash Flow This Year

In God We Trust: Everyone Else Pays Cash

Streetwise Small Business Book of Hints

The Manufacturer’s Book Of Lists

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Successful Outsourcing

Outfoxing The Small Business Owner: Crafty Techniques For Creating A Profitable Relationship

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Gene Marks Reviews

“Gene, I would say in my 30 years of attending presentations, yours was THE MOST: valuable, relevant, properly paced, perfect amount of info; not too much, but enough, excellent humor, and perfectly executed presentation I have experienced. Thank you!  I’ll look for your book!” 

— First Merchants Bank 

“Good morning Gene, thank you again for a great presentation in Atlanta as it was very well received. The CEO of our customer hosting the event sent me a follow up email yesterday which noted, “Gene Marks truly stole the limelight this year, what a dynamic presenter! It was a brilliant idea to bring him.” She does not easily hand out compliments so take pride in the feedback. “

— Applied Industrial Technologies

“Gene did an amazing job. At one moment, about halfway through his presentation, the VP of Marketing came up to me and whispered, “This energy is exactly what we needed this morning.”

— Applied Industrial Technologies

“It was pleasure meeting you as well. Plus a Philly boy to boot! We had our follow up board meeting earlier today. With the education side, every single board member had extremely favorable comments and easily felt the consensus was that you had stolen the show. I can’t thank you enough for the dynamic speaking engagement you put on for SEVA. We would absolutely have you back at some point and would strongly recommend you to any other organization. It’s special guests such as yourself that help us to grow and maintain the member numbers our association is privileged to have. Thanks again.”

— Canteen Vending

“Gene, Amazed beyond words at your presentation today for the CALCPA. Wow! So much information, presented in a cogent and creative manner. Time just flew. Please send over the presentation and your contact info.”

— B. Riley Advisory Services

“I very much enjoyed your session yesterday. I found it to be one of the most informative and certainly the most entertaining session that I attended this week.”

— Auction Insurance Agency