Doug Kessler

Biography

Doug Kessler is one of the most recognisable voices in B2B marketing today, known for blending sharp creative insight with deep strategic thinking. A former copywriter at Ogilvy and Mather in New York, Doug made an early and deliberate leap into the world of B2B where he found both the challenge and meaning that continue to drive his work. Now based in London, he serves as the cofounder and creative director of Velocity Partners, a B2B tech marketing agency with offices in London and New York.

Doug’s impact on the marketing world is impossible to ignore. He is a frequent and in demand speaker at global marketing events, where his wit, candour, and clear thinking consistently stand out. His writing has earned a cult following, particularly among B2B professionals who value substance over spin. Signature pieces such as Crap: Why the Single Biggest Threat to Content Marketing is Content Marketing, Insane Honesty, and The Search for Meaning in B2B have reshaped how marketers think about trust, storytelling, and brand integrity.

At Velocity Partners, Doug leads a team that helps tech driven businesses tell better stories and build brands that perform. His work spans positioning, content strategy, marketing automation, demand generation, and everything in between. What sets Doug apart is his ability to balance compelling copy with a genuine love of analytics, bringing creativity and performance together in every campaign.

Beyond agency life, Doug also lends his talents to global causes. As a former board member and advisor to Clear Global, he supports the mission of making vital information accessible to people in any language, anywhere in the world. This dedication to communication in all forms reflects Doug’s lifelong belief in the power of words to inform, connect, and inspire action.

Whether guiding a brand to find its voice or challenging an industry to raise its standards, Doug Kessler continues to push B2B marketing forward with clarity, humour, and conviction.