Disruption with a side of humor.
Business with a buzz
Kirk Drake is a disruptive force of nature that leaves audiences energized, inspired, and yes, in stitches.
As an author, speaker, digital architect, and technology pioneer, Kirk brings his creativity and deep thinking to the forefront, challenging business norms, accelerating innovation, and making even the most complex ideas easy to understand. And with his infectious humor and captivating presence, he's not just changing the industry – he's reinventing it.
“I am delighted to provide a heartfelt testimonial for Kirk Drake, with whom I have had the privilege of collaborating in various capacities within the credit union industry. Kirk's expertise and passion for the future of credit unions, coupled with his deep understanding of advanced technologies and the evolving financial services marketplace, have consistently impressed me. His professional speaking engagements at our large credit union Board and Executive conference were nothing short of exceptional. Kirk's ability to bridge the gap between technological advancements and the needs of credit unions is truly remarkable. I highly recommend Kirk as a valuable resource for any credit union seeking to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the industry and embrace the opportunities presented by emerging technologies.”
Latest writing
Field notes on AI, productivity, and running a lot of companies without setting any of them on fire.

The Org Chart of the Future Is You + a Lot of AI
May Day 1975 killed fixed trading commissions overnight. AI is doing the same to your business - and you won't get the decade the brokers had.
Authentic and Consistent: Brand Voice Across a Company, a Sub-Brand, and a Human
Two fears show up the moment you let AI write for your business - beige corporate mush or a dozen feuding voices - and the fix is treating brand voice as three layers: company, sub-brand, and human.
Deeper Focus & Priority Frameworks: You Can't Multitask (Sorry)
You can't multitask. Two prioritization frameworks that create instant clarity, including the 1-vs-1 method that exposes what secretly doesn't matter.






