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Jonathan Stanley

Jonathan Stanley is an accomplished entrepreneur, speaker, author, and coach with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, marketing, and product development. His mission is to help businesses create a legacy that goes beyond the bottom line by embracing purpose-driven leadership and fostering inclusive cultures. Jonathan’s passion for purpose and meaning stems from his personal and professional journey, which taught him the importance of culture, diversity, and shared human experiences.<br>&nbsp;<br>As the CEO and founder of AudioConexus, Jonathan established a global brand presence in more than 30 countries, providing enhanced visitor experiences and audio tours for an annual audience of over 30 million people. After the successful sale of his company in 2019, he served as the chief experience officer and board member at Listen Technologies, where he led global marketing efforts and spearheaded the company’s purpose, values, strategic planning, and strategy execution. With a proven track record of driving significant business growth and cultivating uniquely positioned brands, Jonathan has successfully started and led companies to strategic acquisitions. His expertise in uncovering consumer insights, leveraging data to inform decision-making, and aligning cross-functional teams has resulted in influential campaigns and communications that drive market success.<br>&nbsp;<br>Jonathan’s educational background includes studying strategy, leadership, and finance at the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University. He is passionate about giving back to his community and has volunteered his time speaking to high school, college, and MBA students about growing a business. Jonathan has also provided guidance and support to aspiring entrepreneurs and has been recognized for his leadership and contributions with awards such as MVP of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and a volunteer medal of merit for leading marketing, PR, and visitor experience in erecting a World War I memorial in Lans, France.<br>&nbsp;<br>Born in Toronto, Jonathan grew up in Cobourg and has lived in various places, including Toronto and Kingston, Ontario, and even a small mountain village in Italy called Fabbiano. He currently resides in Duryea, Pennsylvania. When he’s not working on his business ventures or volunteering, Jonathan enjoys being a foodie, taking his Vizsla, Charlie, on playful park and cabin retreats, and indulging in his love for reading and writing.<br>&nbsp;<br>Discover more about Jonathan’s unique approach to business and leadership at www.simplestrategicplans.com, where he shares insights that empower small businesses and start-ups to achieve remarkable growth and meaningful impact.