Ken Segall

Former Creative Director at Apple, Bestselling Author, Branding Consultant

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Ken Segall Biography

Ken Segall is the New York Times Bestselling author of "Insanely Simple" and "Think Simple," books that delve into how simplicity played a pivotal role in Apple's success and its further application in global business practices. As the former Ad Agency Creative Director for both Apple and NeXT, he collaborated closely with Steve Jobs for over 12 years. His contributions include leading the creative team behind Apple’s acclaimed "Think different" campaign and introducing the iconic "i" prefix used in Apple’s product line. Segall has also assumed the role of worldwide agency creative director for other renowned brands such as IBM, BMW, Intel, and Dell.

Currently, Segall channels his extensive experience into speaking engagements worldwide, where he discusses the power of simplicity in business. His presentations are rich with insights into Steve Jobs' management style and branding strategies, incorporating behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Apple, focusing on advertising strategies and campaign developments. These talks draw on his direct experiences with Jobs and his leadership at major global brands, providing actionable advice on embracing simplicity to drive company success.

Additionally, Segall runs his blog at kensegall.com where he shares his thoughts on technology and marketing, and manages Scoopertino.com, a website known for its humorous take on Apple-related news. His role as a speaker and consultant on branding, creative work, and product naming continues to influence a wide range of industries, evidenced by his engaging talks on topics such as Branding, Business Communications, Business Culture, Business Strategy, Business Trends, Creativity, Innovation, Marketing, Retail, and Technology. His unique perspective not only reflects his professional journey but also highlights his ongoing impact on the marketing industry globally.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/24/2024.

Ken Segall Speaking Topics

  • Inside Apple Advertising

    Apple is one of those rare companies whose adverts become as famous as their products. As Steve Jobs’ agency Creative Director during the “Think different” years, Ken Segall can offer an inside look at how some of the more iconic ads came to fruition — from internal debates with Steve Jobs to the production of the ads. This talk covers key moments in Apple advertising history from an insider’s perspective, and demonstrates that simplicity was always the driver and catalyst for Apple’s success. The ads you saw on TV are only part of the story!

  • The Power of Simple

    In this speech, Ken Segall dives into the topic of his best-selling book, Insanely Simple. He talks about Steve Jobs’ passion for simplicity and how it helped Apple grow from near bankruptcy to become the world’s most valuable company. Illustrating his points with interesting examples of life in the world of Steve Jobs, Ken shows how Steve’s love of simplicity impacted the way Apple organizes, innovates, advertises and communicates. Simplicity is a concept that can help any organization achieve amazing results.

Ken Segall Videos

  • How Do You Get a Job at Apple? Don't Cover All Your Bases.

Ken Segall Books

  • Think Simple: How Smart Leaders Defeat Complexity
    Think Simple: How Smart Leaders Defeat Complexity
  • Insanely Simple: The Obsession That Drives Apple's Success
    Insanely Simple: The Obsession That Drives Apple's Success

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Ken Segall is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inside Apple Advertising and The Power of Simple. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ken Segall for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Ken Segall generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jimmy Wales, Tal Ben-Shahar, James Currier, Jason Fried and Clay Shirky. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ken Segall for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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