For Press, Organizers, and Readers

Frequently Asked Questions.

The short answers about Isaac, the method, the book, speaking, and press. The longer ones are in the media kit.

About Isaac

Who is Isaac Mashman?

Isaac Mashman is an American author, executive, and speaker, and the Founder & CEO of Mashman Consulting Group (MCG), a personal brand consultancy headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas. He is the creator of Identity Positioning™ and the author of Personal Branding: A Manifesto on Fame and Influence.

Where is Isaac based?

Little Rock, Arkansas. His hometown is Jacksonville, Florida.

What is Isaac known for?

Identity Positioning™, the methodology behind Mashman Consulting Group, and the Second Edition of Personal Branding: A Manifesto on Fame and Influence. His expertise covers personal branding, reputation management, positioning, publishing, and podcasting.

What companies does Isaac lead?

Mashman Consulting Group, Mashman Investments, and Mashman Properties, with Mashman Global planned. They are starting points: the MASHMAN brand is planned to expand into further companies over the next decade.

The Method and the Book

What is Identity Positioning™?

A philosophy and strategy of personal branding that merges an individual’s personal identity with their professional career to craft public authority, demonstrate competence, and develop a faithful following. It is the backbone of MCG’s client work and was academically published as a thought piece in September 2024.

What is the book about?

Personal Branding: A Manifesto on Fame and Influence treats personal branding as a concept older than civilization itself and gives readers a framework to consciously direct their own. The Second Edition, published March 7, 2025, runs 376 pages and 78 subchapters, with a foreword by MCG COO Eric Chow.

Where can I buy the book?

In print, digital, and audio, including Amazon, Walmart.com, Target.com, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and Google Books. The book page lists every retailer.

Speaking

What does Isaac speak about?

Six signature presentations: Identity Positioning™, The Front-Facing Executive, Internal Marketing, AI and Personal Branding, Is Personal Branding a Myth?, and Ego Trip or Business Tactic? His style is interactive, energetic, and thought-provoking: strategic and tactical advice, never motivational feel-good theories.

Where has Isaac spoken?

The Atlantic-Oase Professional Conference in Denver (2024) and Cleveland, Ohio (2025), and the Water Garden Expo in Oklahoma (2025). Internationally, he delivered a virtual keynote for Ghana’s Dreamer’s Summit, alongside numerous private virtual communities.

What are Isaac’s speaking fees?

Available upon request. For non-profits and charities, speaking is free of charge; travel and lodging are requested.

What is included with a booking?

Book signings are available on request, and a standard A/V rider is provided.

Does Isaac speak virtually?

Yes. Virtual keynotes are delivered live to an audience anywhere, with the same material as the stage.

Press and Media

Is Isaac available for interviews?

Yes: podcast guest placements, articles, features, and expert commentary, including quotable insight on personal branding, reputation, and positioning.

How do I book Isaac or reach him for press?

For speaking and bookings, write to bookings@isaacmashman.com. For press and interviews, write to press@isaacmashman.com. Both come directly to Isaac, and the contact page covers everything else.

Can we use Isaac’s photographs?

Yes. Approved press photographs are in the media kit. High-resolution files are available upon request. Please credit “Courtesy of Isaac Mashman / Mashman Consulting Group” where applicable.

Does Isaac pay for press?

No. All media coverage is earned organically. Isaac Mashman does not engage in paid placements, purchased followings, or pay-to-play press.

Where has Isaac been featured?

Quoted three times in Forbes and in Entrepreneur, with features in Authority Magazine, StarterStory, ValiantCEO, and Prowly, a broadcast appearance on ASBN, and podcast interviews, and more. Every appearance is on the In the Media page.

Podcasts

Does Isaac have a podcast?

He hosted Chase the Vision with Isaac Mashman from 2019 to 2022: 100 episodes over three years with numerous interviews with high-quality public figures. The archive still streams on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. His next show, Executive Status with Isaac Mashman, is in development for 2027.

Can Isaac be a guest on my podcast?

Yes. Use the speaking inquiry and choose Podcast or Interview as the format.

Still Have a Question

Ask Isaac Directly.

Bookings: bookings@isaacmashman.com (opens in a new tab). Press: press@isaacmashman.com (opens in a new tab). Everything else goes through the contact page.