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Senior Director of Worldwide Product Marketing at Apple (2005-2009), responsible for the iPhone

Bob Borchers, a marketing veteran with more than 20 years of experience at companies including Apple, Nokia, and Nike, Dolby’s Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President, reporting to President and CEO Kevin Yeaman. As part of the original iPhone® team at Apple, Borchers was instrumental in the development, launch,... Read more

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Biography

Bob Borchers, a marketing veteran with more than 20 years of experience at companies including Apple, Nokia, and Nike, Dolby’s Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President, reporting to President and CEO Kevin Yeaman.

As part of the original iPhone® team at Apple, Borchers was instrumental in the development, launch, and global expansion of the iPhone, iOS, and App Store™. While at Apple, he also led the Nike® + iPod® partnership, expanded the iPod accessory ecosystem, and forged relationships with the major auto companies to provide iPod integration.

Most recently, Borchers was a General Partner at Opus Capital, making early stage investments in mobile software and service platforms. Prior to Apple, Borchers spent six years at Nokia, where he cofounded and served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Vertu business unit. Before his career in the mobile industry, Bob worked for Nike in Beaverton, Oregon, where he led efforts in product and service personalization.

Borchers holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University and a master’s degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has more than 30 patents granted or pending and has won awards from the Industrial Designers Society of America. He serves on the board of directors at Bank of the West and the Hertz Foundation.

About Dolby Laboratories
Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) creates audio, video, and voice technologies that transform entertainment and communications in mobile devices, at the cinema, at home, and at work. For nearly 50 years, sight and sound experiences have become more vibrant, clear, and meaningful in Dolby®.

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What topics does Bob Borchers speak about?

Bob Borchers speaks on Future & Technology, Social Media. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Bob to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Bob Borchers available for international events?

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Does Bob Borchers deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Bob Borchers is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Bob Borchers?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Bob can accommodate.

Can Bob Borchers tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

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What languages does Bob Borchers present in?

Bob Borchers delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Bob Borchers a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Bob Borchers's areas of expertise include Future & Technology, Social Media. To get a clear sense of Bob's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Bob Borchers speak at?

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Does Bob Borchers offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Bob Borchers is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Bob Borchers?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Bob Borchers, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Bob's current availability for your dates.