Director of Business Development
Jason
Gillikin
Jason Gillikin is a podcast producer, audience growth strategist, and business development leader who helps executives and brands amplify their voice through video, podcasting, and content strategy. He built Earfluence from an idea into a leading podcast agency in the Southeast for businesses and brands, which Walk West acquired in February 2025.
At ExecBrand Authority, Jason serves as Director of Business Development, partnering with executives, founders, and organizations to find where a stronger personal brand will move the needle most, then building the plan to get there. He is also VP of Audience Growth at Walk West.
Podcasting, Companies Built, and Career Highlights
Podcasting
- Produced podcasts for UNC-Chapel Hill, Duke University, NC State, Raleigh Magazine, the PGA, Webex, and The Diversity Movement
- Recipient of the Triangle Tweener Hero Award for amplifying awareness of the Triangle startup community.
Companies Built
- Founder and CEO, Earfluence (acquired by Walk West, 2025)
- CEO, Podcast Ally, a podcast guest booking agency
- Co-owner, A Southern Soiree, a Raleigh wedding planning company
Career Highlights
- VP, Audience Growth, Walk West
- Led sales and business development for 12 years at Triangle Direct Media, an SEO agency named to the Inc. 5000 twice
- Set a company sales record as an inside sales rep
Education and Certifications
- BSBA, Business and Psychology, UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
- Generative AI for Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts