Omar Johnson is a world-renowned marketing innovator and brand strategist known for transforming companies into cultural powerhouses. As the first CMO of Beats by Dre and employee #3, he led the brand from $20 million to $2 billion in sales, making it the #1 headphones company in the world before its $3 billion acquisition by Apple. Named one of America’s most innovative CMOs by Business Insider and a “Brand Genius” by Adweek, Johnson is a sought-after speaker who shares the secrets behind creating deep consumer connections and driving explosive growth.
A firm believer in the power of B2H (Business to Human) marketing, Johnson has revolutionized brand storytelling by tapping into culture, emotion, and human connection. At Beats, he orchestrated game-changing campaigns like the viral "Straight Outta Somewhere" movement for Straight Outta Compton and the Olympic athlete gifting strategy that skyrocketed global sales by 600%. His ability to blend brand, culture, and storytelling has made him a leader in modern marketing.
A Track Record of Success with Iconic Brands
Before Beats, Johnson honed his expertise at Coca-Cola, Kraft, Campbell’s, and Nike, where he produced legendary commercials featuring LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. Following Beats’ acquisition, he became Apple’s Vice President of Marketing before founding ØPUS United, a brand management firm that helps businesses create culture-driven growth strategies. His firm has partnered with Fortune 500 companies, including AT&T, Salesforce, and ServiceNow, to build brands that resonate globally.
A Passion for Diversity, Innovation, and Impact
A champion of diversity in business, Johnson emphasizes that the best brands start with the best people. He has helped launch initiatives like We the People and We Got Next, empowering the next generation to drive change. Named one of the Blacklist 100 top Black thought leaders, he serves on the boards of Qualtrics and Theragun, advising companies on cultural relevance and business innovation.
Inspiring the Future of Business and Marketing
Omar Johnson’s talks provide audiences with a blueprint for building brands that don’t just sell but inspire. Whether addressing marketing teams, executives, or entrepreneurs, he delivers high-energy, insightful keynotes on brand growth, cultural influence, and the future of business.
Why Omar?
Booking Omar Johnson means bringing in a marketing mastermind who understands not just how to build a brand - but how to create a movement.
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