Founder-Focused Talks That Cut Through the Noise and Drive Real Growth
When you book Mark Preston, you're not booking generic marketing theory or recycled tactics - you're putting your audience in front of 20+ years of real-world, founder-first growth experience.
Every talk is tailored to meet the challenges your audience is facing right now - with clear frameworks, practical takeaways, and insight that sticks long after the event ends. Whether you're programming a high-impact keynote, interactive workshop, or expert panel session, Mark brings clarity, energy and zero-fluff delivery to every stage he steps on.
The Founder’s Filter: How to Cut Through Chaos and Focus on What Actually Drives Growth
Core Idea:
Growth only becomes possible when founders remove the noise, simplify their strategy, and get laser-focused on what actually moves the business forward.
Why It Matters Now:
In a world overwhelmed with growth hacks, conflicting advice, and digital distractions, many founders are burnt out by busyness. This talk helps them refocus, regain control, and unlock progress with purpose.
Key Takeaways:
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How to apply “The Founder’s Filter” to eliminate time-wasting activity.
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A framework to prioritise actions that directly impact traction and revenue.
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Tools to help founders scale without spinning plates or burning out.
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The mindset shift required to move from reactive to strategic growth.
Start Small. Grow Sharp. The Digital Growth Mindset That Unlocks Real Traction
Core Idea:
You don’t need big budgets or complex strategies to achieve powerful results - just the right mindset and a laser-sharp growth focus.
Why It Matters Now:
Founders often chase too much, too soon - resulting in scattered efforts and minimal return. This talk helps them reframe growth as a strategic, resource-smart discipline that can start small and scale fast.
Key Takeaways:
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How to focus your energy on low-cost, high-impact growth opportunities.
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The power of momentum over perfection: traction-first strategies that work.
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Why clarity beats complexity when it comes to scaling a business.
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A proven digital growth mindset that founders can apply immediately.
How I Built a Scalable Franchise Network With Zero Ad Spend
Core Idea:
Real growth isn’t always about spending more. It’s about building smart, repeatable systems that scale without burning through budget.
Why It Matters Now:
In an economic climate where efficiency matters more than ever, this talk shares a powerful real-world case study on how to grow a successful business with no paid ads, and what that means for founders today.
Key Takeaways:
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The exact systems Mark used to scale a national franchise without any ad spend.
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What scalable growth really looks like, and how to build it from day one.
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The key lessons founders can apply to grow smarter, not harder.
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How to create lasting traction through trust, value, and process - not spend.
Why Book Mark for Your Event?
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Expert in traction-stage and early-scale growth: Mark brings two decades of hands-on experience building and advising real businesses - not theory.
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Relatable and practical: Founders don’t just listen - they learn, laugh, and leave with a plan.
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Flexible delivery: Each talk can be adapted as a keynote, workshop, or panel contribution depending on your format and audience needs.
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Proven impact: Mark’s audience feedback consistently highlights clarity, energy, and real-world takeaways that drive results.
Talk Formats Available:
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Keynotes (20–60 mins)
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Interactive Workshops (45–90 mins)
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Fireside Chats & Panels
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In-Person or Virtual (UK, Europe & Worldwide)
Ready to Book or Discuss a Fit?
If your audience is made up of founders or early-stage teams who need real traction, practical clarity, and momentum that doesn’t rely on big budgets, Mark Preston is the speaker they’ll thank you for bringing in.
Enquire Now or Download Speaker One-Sheet to see if Mark’s the right fit for your next event.