Rob Deptford — Co-Founder
Most high-ticket advisory firms don’t have an expertise problem. They have a visibility gap. Your reputation within your network is likely impeccable. But for the prospect who hasn’t met you yet, that authority is invisible. In a world where $25K+ decisions are vetted through search and AI long before the first call, being a "hidden gem" is a liability. I help established consulting and advisory firms bridge that gap. I position your firm as the most trusted authority in your niche, making you the only logical choice for high-ticket clients. By transforming your intellectual property into a strategic YouTube authority engine, we ensure your expertise is found, felt, and trusted at scale. This is not "content marketing." It is Authority Architecture. I work with leadership teams to: Extract & Structure Intellectual Property: Turning decades of experience into high-leverage digital assets. Pre-Sell Trust: Shortening sales cycles by educating prospects before they ever book a call. Establish Category Leadership: Moving your firm from "one of many" to the undisputed top choice. Build Infrastructure: Creating a compounding authority engine that works 24/7, so you don't have to rely solely on referrals. The objective is simple: Build pre-sold trust so the sale is an afterthought. If you are ready to move beyond the limits of your current network and position your firm for inescapable market authority, let’s talk.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2B consulting expert with a focus on digital marketing and authority building.
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Experience: 1 yr 3 mos
Skills
- Authority Architecture
- Digital Marketing
- Coaching
- Leadership
- Podcasting
- Interviewing
- Brand Development
- Marketing Strategy
- Lead Generation
Career Highlights
- Expert in transforming expertise into digital authority.
- Proven track record in building trust with high-ticket clients.
- Skilled in leveraging content for strategic growth.
Work Experience
Jojo Scrub Caps
Fractional CMO (8 mos)
Dirt Road Journeys
Podcast Host (1 yr 3 mos)
Toombs Inc.
Senior Consultant (8 yrs 9 mos)
EQ4 Media
Founder (13 yrs)
University of Calgary
Recruitment & Awards Officer, Communications and Marketing, Schulich School of Engineering (4 yrs 4 mos)
CBI Group Investments,
Marketing Specialist (1 yr 10 mos)
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Team Leader, Communications/Student Recruitment/Events/Employment Services (2 yrs 9 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Journalism at Thompson Rivers University
Certificate at Erickson Coaching International
Diploma at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)