Dennis Yu Bio

Dennis Yu is the CEO of BlitzMetrics, a dynamic digital marketing company that collaborates with educational institutions to empower young adults. The company offers comprehensive courses, hands-on implementation, and expert consulting services.

Dennis's personal mission revolves around mentorship, rooted in his vast experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds enhance their expertise in digital marketing. He shares invaluable insights gained from managing campaigns for prominent enterprise clients such as The Golden State Warriors, Nike, and Rosetta Stone.

In addition to his work with enterprise clients, Dennis plays a pivotal role in assisting digital agencies in their growth, serving as a fractional CTO for professionals in the medical and real estate sectors.

Dennis Yu is an internationally recognized lecturer in the field of digital marketing, having delivered over 730 speeches in 17 countries, spanning 5 continents. His expertise is sought after worldwide, making him a sought-after authority on the subject.

Dennis's achievements and insights have been featured in some of the most prestigious publications, including The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, LA Times, National Public Radio, TechCrunch, Fox News, CNN, and CBS Evening News. He is also a co-author of "Facebook Nation," a widely used textbook taught in over 700 colleges and universities.

Dennis Yu's dedication to empowering individuals, his commitment to digital marketing excellence, and his extensive track record of success make him a driving force in the industry.

Experience

• Chief Technology Officer

  • BlitzMetrics | Jan 2007 - Present (16 yrs 9 mos)
  • Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
  • Dennis spearheads the creation of software and tools aimed at empowering young adults and businesses looking to enhance their word-of-mouth marketing. He is also dedicated to assisting universities and conference organizers in supporting their members and students.

• Data Geek

  • BlitzMetrics | Mar 2008 - Present (15 yrs 7 mos)
  • Dennis is a driving force behind the development of tools designed to groom the next generation of leaders while delivering tangible results for business owners. He orchestrates a platform where students gain real-world job experience and compensation while honing their business skills.

• Host of the CoachYu show

  • Full-time | Jan 2000 - Present (23 yrs 9 mos)
  • Dennis's passion for knowledge-sharing shines through his role as the host of the CoachYu show. For over two decades, he has been interviewing experts in various fields, extracting their wisdom for the benefit of the community.

• Chief Technology Officer

  • ChiroRevenue | Apr 2020 - Present (3 yrs 6 mos)
  • Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
  • In his role as Chief Technology Officer at ChiroRevenue, Dennis Yu continues to drive innovation and technological advancement.

• Contributor for SocialTimes

  • Adweek | Jan 2013 - Present (10 yrs 9 mos)
  • Dennis is a prolific writer, known for his articles on real-world Facebook strategy backed by actual brand data.

• Contributing Writer

  • Social Media Examiner | Jun 2016 - Present (7 yrs 4 mos)
  • Dennis's expertise extends to articles discussing social advertising strategy.

• Contributing Writer

  • Social Media Club | Aug 2015 - Present (8 yrs 2 mos)
  • He actively contributes content related to social media strategy.

• Contributing Writer

  • Tweak Your Biz | Jan 2015 - Present (8 yrs 9 mos)
  • Dennis focuses on startup and business management articles centered on internet marketing goals and influential interviews.

• Contributing Writer

  • 3Q Digital, a Harte Hanks Company | Aug 2012 - Present (11 yrs 2 mos)
  • Dennis contributes articles based on various social advertising strategies and tips.

• Contributing Writer

  • Business 2 Community | Dec 2011 - Present (11 yrs 10 mos)
  • He writes about advertising, and social media, and offers general business advice.

• Technical Marketer

  • Yahoo! | May 2002 - Feb 2006 (3 yrs 10 mos)
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Dennis Yu made significant contributions during his tenure at Yahoo!, where he crunched copious amounts of data.

• Product Manager

  • American Airlines | 1998 - 2001 (3 yrs)
  • Dallas/Fort Worth Area
  • Dennis's early career saw him as a Product Manager at American Airlines, where he played a pivotal role in Interactive Marketing.

Education

• The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  • 1996 - 1997
  • Dennis Yu attended the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science, where he further honed his knowledge and skills.

• Palos Verdes High School

  • Activities and Societies: Cross Country, Track
  • Dennis Yu's educational journey began at Palos Verdes High School, where he actively participated in cross-country and track activities.

Recommendations

• Jan Koch: Your competent partner for innovative AI strategies

  • "Working with Dennis has been a delightful experience. After meeting him in 2015, I got to collaborate with him on countless occasions. His understanding of state-of-the-art marketing, his implementation, and his leadership put him into the top 0.01% of marketers and mentors."

• Nicholas Collins: Your Reputation is MY business

  • "Our agency hired Dennis and their team in early 2014 to help us take our Agency to the next level. The amount of value, insight, and guidance we got from him was invaluable, easily taking our agency to the 6-figure/month range within a 6-month window. Without giving away too many trade secrets, we found his 'Digital Plumbing' framework invaluable among other things. We highly recommend Dennis Yu and will continue to utilize and consult with him!"

• Isaac Ovid, CQPA, CSSGB: Marketing Consultant & Digital Strategist | DigitalMarketer Certified Partner | SME Advisor | SMB Leads Pro Partner | Entrepreneur | AI & Tech Stack Enthusiast | Investor | Trainer | Coach

  • "Dennis has one of the greatest marketing minds in the world. I have had the incredible opportunity to learn from Dennis for many years, and without question, his impact on my growth as a digital marketer is worthy of mention. Fifteen minutes with Dennis is worth more than reading or listening to many self-proclaimed gurus who cannot deliver measurable results or show their process. Dennis walks the talk and demystifies what's behind the curtain to constantly bring clarity. Not only is Dennis the real deal, but I have never met anyone who gives so freely of his time, his advice, his knowledge, and his insights. Whether in-person or in a virtual room, Dennis always brings his A game. It continues to be an absolute pleasure to have access to Dennis and his many resources. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Dennis and support his many global initiatives to transform the minds of thousands of digital marketers around the world."

• Atiba de Souza: AI + Videos that help shorten your sales cycle | Video Content Superman | International Keynote Speaker | Husband, Father, Christ Follower

  • "Geez, where do I start recommending Dennis? First, he is an absolutely brilliant marketer who understands where marketing is today and where it's going tomorrow. He also has an incredible passion for the International Worker community. The lessons he has taught me from his almost 20 years of experience hiring International Workers have been immense. Most importantly though, Dennis Yu is someone who wants the absolute best for you and is willing to tell you the truth. Dennis sat with me at a point in my business where I was floundering but did not want to admit it. He asked some very straightforward questions to get me to admit my issues, highlighted the issues, and then helped me create a roadmap to success."

• Cris Cawley: Need Help Writing, Publishing, or Marketing Your Book to Launch or Grow Your Business? We Can Help.

  • "Dennis is the go-to authority when it comes to scaling brands with ads, VAs, and processes. Equipped with years of experience, he is the only professional I refer clients to who can handle the process from beginning to end. I highly recommend it!"

• Andrew Newland: President of Functional Medicine Marketing, Direct Primary Care Marketing & 6iT Marketing

  • "I can't recommend Dennis enough for his expertise in the marketing industry. He is a refreshing change to the normal inauthentic digital marketing 'influencers'. He is genuine and has proven his expertise over and over again. He has helped my marketing agency grow by leaps and bounds since I first heard him speak. He is friendly and full of value!"

• Isaac Mashman: Addicted to coffee and standards. I help create, maintain, and scale unrivaled personal brands. Businessman, Author, Investor, Speaker

  • "I had the pleasure of interviewing Dennis for my podcast in 2021, and since then, we have maintained a friendship that grows with each interaction. I have seen Dennis' devotion to his friends and clients firsthand, and our conversations often result in us talking about how we can provide more value to the people around us. He is someone to whom I can ask questions on a technical level and look on a personal level. If you have any hesitancy about hiring him, get over yourself and do it!"

• Kurtis Daems: Student at Brigham Young University-Hawaii

  • "Dennis is an excellent mentor! I learned so much about digital marketing from the training he provides to young adults and was able to gain real-world experience working with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small personal brands. He cares deeply about helping others to succeed. If you're looking to take your understanding of digital marketing to the next level, Dennis is the man for the job."

• Conor McLaughlin: Management Consultant | Bain & Company

  • "Dennis is an incredible mentor for young people! Over the past 5 years, he has taught me so much about digital marketing, social media marketing, and analytics through his mentorship and guidance. I would highly recommend working with Dennis for any and all marketing or growth projects!"

• Jake Neill: We help credit unions save their members money on travel (at no cost to the credit union or its members)

  • "I’ve learned from dozens of digital marketing companies and teachers, and Dennis is the most knowledgeable in the game right now!"

• Isaac Mashman: Addicted to coffee and standards. I help create, maintain, and scale unrivaled personal brands. Businessman, Author, Investor, Speaker

  • "I had the opportunity to connect with Dennis through a mutual friend, which resulted in him coming onto my podcast. After a value-filled hour talk which left me captivated, we continued to talk off-air. Dennis, in a matter of minutes, provided insights into improving my website and even my personal brand. I am excited to see what he does next and don't just take it from me. His accolades speak for him."

• Robert Hanna: LEGAL COMMUNITY BUILDER I Empower LAWYERS to Land Dream JOBS and teach LAW FIRMS to stand through Building COMMUNITIES Host of Legally Speaking Podcast powered by Clio Investor | Speaker | Web3 & LinkedIn Creator

  • "Dennis is the smartest digital marketer on the planet. I admire his mission to train the next generation of certified digital marketers. He is a great podcast guest and delivers a ton of value."

• Sam G. Winsbury: We Create Thought Leaders Through Personal Branding | 100 Personal Brands Built by 23 | Founder & CEO Kurogo

  • "Dennis is one of a kind. Someone who has unmatched expertise, but is also an incredibly kind and generous person. He's studied digital marketing inside out. He understands it down to its core, not just at the surface level. He's implemented and succeeded with everything he teaches himself. What's more, he cares deeply about raising up the next generation of entrepreneurs. Keep smashing it, Dennis."

• Alexandra D.: Web3 Community Builder | Polkadot Blockchain Academy

  • "Undeniably, Dennis is a TOP Digital Marketer. Dennis presented at our summit earlier this year, and his session was absolutely incredible: equipped with just a mobile phone, he amazed everyone with the amount of value he shared during his session. We had participants implement his practical strategies and tips on the spot! This attests to profound knowledge, excellent teaching skills, and a genuine desire to help others. I feel truly honored to have Dennis in my professional network. Thank you, Dennis, you are a legend!"

Publications

• How To Target Your Facebook Ads To Business Locations

  • Published on: Jun 6, 2016
  • Source: Social Media Examiner
  • Description: Discusses the power behind using workplace and title-based targeting to serve ads designed to incept influencers who will promote to their audiences, ultimately costing pennies vs. dollars in ads.

• If you're not paying attention to your influencers, you're burning money

  • Published on: Aug 3, 2015
  • Source: AdWeek
  • Description: An interview with Bill Karz of the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board about his thoughts and strategy concerning influencers.

• Facebook Nation

  • Published on: Oct 17, 2014
  • Source: Springer
  • Description: Closely examines how the rise of social media platforms, such as Facebook, has inadvertently led to the general public’s embracement of information awareness and business intelligence.

• Advertisers' Free Ride May End On Facebook

  • Published on: Feb 2, 2012
  • Source: The Wall Street Journal
  • Description: Explores how Facebook convinced advertisers to transition from relying on free marketing to spending on new kinds of Facebook ads, such as "Sponsored Stories."

• Facebook Marketing: Are We There Yet?

  • Published on: Jun 1, 2011
  • Source: Webtrends
  • Description: Provides tips on increasing your ranking on Facebook and getting more people to like your brand and engage with your page, presented in a 3-part series of tips from Facebook marketing thought leaders.

• Going from Zero to Popularity

  • Published on: Nov 13, 2009
  • Source: John Chow
  • Description: Discusses the challenges of starting a blog from scratch and gaining popularity, with a focus on the case of Keith Wilcox, a stay-at-home dad turned professional blogger.

• 3QDigital

  • Description: Facebook PPC marketing insights and tips.

• 6 Experts Reveal How to Easily Get More Facebook Traffic

  • Source: socialmediatoday.com
  • Description: Insights from six experts on getting more Facebook traffic, with a focus on the importance of sequence marketing.

• Business2Community

  • Description: Business management, thought leadership, and internet marketing tips for all types of industries.

• Dennis-yu.com

  • Description: Business insights and personal accounts focused on first-hand experience in internet marketing.

• How To Geo-Target PPC Campaigns For Local

  • Source: Moz.com
  • Description: Discusses local PPC geo-targeting for local lead generation.

• Social Times

  • Source: AdWeek
  • Description: A weekly column on the latest trends in social marketing, featuring case studies and how-to guides.

• Tweak Your Biz

  • Description: Articles on startup and business management with a focus on internet marketing goals, including interviews with influential people.