Mark Weaver Speaker Profile

Mark Weaver

Your Next Can’t-Take-Notes-Fast-Enough,
Evals-Through-the-Roof, Bring-Him-Back Speaker

Mark Weaver is a nationally recognized keynote speaker and crisis communications expert with over 40 years of front-line experience. From the halls of government to the boardrooms of major companies, Weaver has advised leaders navigating some of the most complex legal and reputational challenges of our time. Whether you’re hosting a national conference, regional summit, or high-impact seminar, Mark delivers custom-tailored, powerful keynotes that keep audiences engaged—and talking.

🎤 Why Book Mark?

Nationally Recognized Expert: NBC News Charlotte dubbed Weaver “one of the nation’s foremost experts in crisis communications.”
Proven Track Record: Weaver has guided public and private organizations through social media firestorms, front-page legal battles, and reputational crises.
Custom-Tailored Talks: Every presentation is adapted to your event theme and your audience's real-world challenges.
High Ratings, Memorable Style: Audiences consistently rate Weaver among the top conference speakers for his practical takeaways, humor, and storytelling.
Award-Winning Author: His book A Wordsmith’s Work—now in its fourth edition—offers cutting-edge strategies in crisis response and persuasive communication. The book is available here.

⚖️ Background You Can Trust

Former Deputy Attorney General of Ohio , Weaver led communications, crisis response, and policy for an office of 1,400 people—frequently facing headline-grabbing legal issues. He was also a senior advisor and one of only four members of the executive leadership team.
Two Decades as a Criminal Prosecutor , Weaver tried felony jury cases and argued appellate matters involving some of Ohio’s most dangerous criminals—including successfully prosecuting a serial killer in a capital case. He was repeatedly called upon to serve as a special prosecutor in over a dozen counties.
National Communications Leadership , Weaver has served as spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Justice, Public Information Director for a large Pennsylvania city, and Vice President at a communications firm serving clients in the New York and Washington, D.C. areas.

💡 Topics Mark Covers

Leading through Crisis
Effective and Ethical Use of AI in Communications and Persuasion
High-Stakes Communication for High-Profile Leaders
Media Management and Social Media Response
Strategic Messaging for Legal, Non-Profit, and Academic Settings
Persuasive Writing and Moving Public Opinion

🏆 Bring Mark to Your Next Event

Mark Weaver is not just a speaker. He’s a force multiplier for your audience—bringing clarity, credibility, and confidence to even the toughest conversations.