Licensing and Outsourcing Industry Experts, Journalists and Thought Leaders

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What Is an Industry Expert or Thought Leader?

An industry thought leader is an individual with expertise in a specific area. These thought leaders educate audiences on specific topics through speaking engagements, articles and other forms of communication.

 

How to Find Industry Experts

Industry experts can be found in a wide variety of places. However, the easiest way to find these influential leaders is through industry-specific websites and publications. Experts and thought leaders will often contribute to these spaces and share insights on trends and other key news.

 

How to Outsource Your Content Writing to Industry Experts and Thought Leaders

Companies who are looking to create a successful marketing program, must constantly churn out content. However, many companies face the challenge of creating high-quality content on a consistent basis. There are a number of ways to outsource content, but content licensing is one of the most economical approaches while giving marketing teams access to expert writers and thought leaders. 

 

Why Outsource Journalists for Content?

Journalists are trained in the art of storytelling. They can craft a narrative around key issues that is engaging, objective and informative. Additionally, journalists offer expertise in the fields they cover, making them a great resource for companies looking to scale their content efforts.

 

Featured Industry Experts, Writers and Journalists: 

Business Thought Leaders
Richard Branson

Richard Branson

Topics: Business Strategy, Leadership, Entrepreneurship
About: Richard Branson is a self-made billionaire who began his career with Virgin Records in the 1970s. He has since expanded his endeavors to include an airline, mobile phones and space tourism.
Political Thought Leaders and Journalists
Jeff Jacoby

Jeff Jacoby

Topics: Political Commentary
About: Jeff Jacoby is an award-winning columnist writing about politics, government and human rights.
Jorge Ramos

Jorge Ramos

Topics: Contemporary Issues, Political Commentary
About: Jorge Ramos was named one of Time Magazine’s most influential people in 2015. He is a journalist, activist and one of the most prominent Spanish-language news anchors in the United States.
Other Thought Leadership Contributors
The New York Times Opinion

The New York Times Opinion

Topics: Topics range. These can include Business, Culture and Politics.
Guest Writers: Oprah Winfrey, Ban Ki-moon, Warren Buffett and more
Thought Leadership Special Packages
The Big Ideas 2021

The Big Ideas 2021

Theme: Belief
Contributors: Julia Alvarez, Ini Archibong, Shahzia Sikander and more
Turning Points 2022

Turning Points 2022

Theme: Global Trends
Contributors: Isabel Allende, KAWS, Hiroshi Sugimoto and more
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