Brian Hennessy

Brian Hennessy is a seasoned entrepreneur and creative leader with extensive experience in product storytelling and brand development. As the Cofounder and CEO of Talkoot since 2016, Brian has driven the development of an AI-powered platform that generates substantial online revenue for prominent brands. Brian founded and serves as Chairman of Thread, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in product development. Previous roles include CEO and Creative Director at Gorge Grown Food Network, Partner at Owen Jones and Partners, and Founder of Thread Creative. Brian's career in the creative industry began at adidas, where roles included Global Writing Director and Head Writer, contributing to major projects across multiple sports categories. Brian earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Iowa.