Bant Breen
@bantbreen.bsky.social
Founder, Chairman & CEO at Qnary | Global Marketer | Speaker | Entrepreneur | Academic | Board Member
66% of people say they’re more likely to buy from someone with social proof. At Qnary, we help leaders share their expertise online in ways that feel authentic and consistent. Get a free online reputation analysis here: https://qnary.com/free-online-reputation-analysis/
November 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
66% of people say they’re more likely to buy from someone with social proof. At Qnary, we help leaders share their expertise online in ways that feel authentic and consistent. Get a free online reputation analysis here: https://qnary.com/free-online-reputation-analysis/
AI now shapes how people see leaders: What story is it telling about you? I spoke with Aaron Fowler on how to make sure it’s the right one: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/using-ai-on-your-online-presence-uncaged-with-aaron-fowler/id1550013636?i=1000711167409
What ChatGPT says about your brand — and why it matters | MarTech
AI tools surface what’s said about your executives and brand. Build strong, consistent profiles to maintain credibility and influence perception.
martech.org
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
AI now shapes how people see leaders: What story is it telling about you? I spoke with Aaron Fowler on how to make sure it’s the right one: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/using-ai-on-your-online-presence-uncaged-with-aaron-fowler/id1550013636?i=1000711167409
AI speeds up work, but leadership needs empathy and judgment. Let AI handle the routine so people can focus on what matters—creativity, connection, and making the final call.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/when-working-with-ai-act-like-a-decision-maker-not-a-tool-user
https://hbr.org/2025/10/when-working-with-ai-act-like-a-decision-maker-not-a-tool-user
November 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
AI speeds up work, but leadership needs empathy and judgment. Let AI handle the routine so people can focus on what matters—creativity, connection, and making the final call.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/when-working-with-ai-act-like-a-decision-maker-not-a-tool-user
https://hbr.org/2025/10/when-working-with-ai-act-like-a-decision-maker-not-a-tool-user
Executive reputation matters more than ever. People trust leaders more than brands—that's why content shared by executives gets higher engagement and shares, and drives better results.
Read our latest newsletter for more practical insights:
Read our latest newsletter for more practical insights:
Executive Reputation: From Logos to Leaders
Your logo is recognizable. Your brand story is compelling. Unfortunately, none of it matters if your audience doesn’t trust (or really even know) the people behind your brand. If you want to boost your brand’s reputation, your team’s collective credibility is your best asset.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Executive reputation matters more than ever. People trust leaders more than brands—that's why content shared by executives gets higher engagement and shares, and drives better results.
Read our latest newsletter for more practical insights:
Read our latest newsletter for more practical insights:
Research from Aurora University shows that 61% of executives believe that online presence now matters more than résumés. The goal: visibility without burnout. At Qnary, we help leaders grow a personal brand that’s authentic, sustainable, and impactful.
Accelerating Your Career With Personal Branding! | AU Online
Discover how personal branding is shaping careers, boosting grad school plans, and causing burnout among today's professionals.
online.aurora.edu
November 6, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Research from Aurora University shows that 61% of executives believe that online presence now matters more than résumés. The goal: visibility without burnout. At Qnary, we help leaders grow a personal brand that’s authentic, sustainable, and impactful.
The Nvidia–OpenAI frenzy is exciting, but hype fades. Lasting AI impact comes from embedding it into everyday work—testing, learning, and making it useful. Chasing the arms race won’t pay off; progress comes when the tools truly work for people.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/is-ai-a-boom-or-a-bubble
https://hbr.org/2025/10/is-ai-a-boom-or-a-bubble
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The Nvidia–OpenAI frenzy is exciting, but hype fades. Lasting AI impact comes from embedding it into everyday work—testing, learning, and making it useful. Chasing the arms race won’t pay off; progress comes when the tools truly work for people.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/is-ai-a-boom-or-a-bubble
https://hbr.org/2025/10/is-ai-a-boom-or-a-bubble
It’s amazing how hard it’s become to live without AI-- even a 48-hour “AI-free” challenge proves nearly impossible. So maybe the goal isn’t to quit it, but to stay aware of where it’s shaping our choices and how we use it. Great perspective from @nytimes.com.
48 Hours Without A.I.
It’s everywhere, as the author learned the hard way while making as little contact as possible with machine learning and generative artificial intelligence.
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
It’s amazing how hard it’s become to live without AI-- even a 48-hour “AI-free” challenge proves nearly impossible. So maybe the goal isn’t to quit it, but to stay aware of where it’s shaping our choices and how we use it. Great perspective from @nytimes.com.
It’s easy to think of “online presence” as just visibility, but what really matters is what that visibility leads to. The best opportunities come when people already know your work, trust your perspective, and see your name as credible. That’s when presence starts turning into possibility.
Qnary helps leaders strengthen their online presence, turning visibility into genuine opportunities. This means better conference connections, higher quality inbounds, keeping networks current on projects, and opening paths to possibilities like board seats. Our clients are seeing real results!
Qnary Customer Reviews - How Has Qnary Helped You Build Your Online Presence
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October 31, 2025 at 5:01 PM
It’s easy to think of “online presence” as just visibility, but what really matters is what that visibility leads to. The best opportunities come when people already know your work, trust your perspective, and see your name as credible. That’s when presence starts turning into possibility.
Most think networking is about what you do — events, messages, contacts. But the best connections come from what you give. Lead with value, stay consistent, and let your reputation speak for you. Real networking is about being known and trusted for who you actually are.
Your brand is your network
How personal branding supercharges transformational connections
www.fastcompany.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Most think networking is about what you do — events, messages, contacts. But the best connections come from what you give. Lead with value, stay consistent, and let your reputation speak for you. Real networking is about being known and trusted for who you actually are.
I’ve seen so many talented people quietly do incredible work, only to realize too late that their value wasn’t visible outside their organization. Building a personal brand isn’t about ego, but it should be about making sure your expertise is recognized and trusted.
3 Ways to Develop Your Personal Brand
Whether you're a corporate professional or have entrepreneurial goals, building your personal brand is critical.
www.entrepreneur.com
October 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I’ve seen so many talented people quietly do incredible work, only to realize too late that their value wasn’t visible outside their organization. Building a personal brand isn’t about ego, but it should be about making sure your expertise is recognized and trusted.
Social media is about how and when we show up. Think about it: the right presence helps you share what you stand for, connect with the people who matter most, and build real trust along the way.
At Qnary, we help leaders do exactly that. And it all starts with a free Online Reputation Analysis:
At Qnary, we help leaders do exactly that. And it all starts with a free Online Reputation Analysis:
Social media is a direct line to influence and trust. The right strategy builds credibility, amplifies your voice, and directly connects leadership to key stakeholders in ways traditional media never could. That's the real value.
The business value of social media is evolving
Discover how marketing leaders define the business value of social media, the challenges of measuring ROI and strategies to prove impact.
sproutsocial.com
October 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Social media is about how and when we show up. Think about it: the right presence helps you share what you stand for, connect with the people who matter most, and build real trust along the way.
At Qnary, we help leaders do exactly that. And it all starts with a free Online Reputation Analysis:
At Qnary, we help leaders do exactly that. And it all starts with a free Online Reputation Analysis:
Gen Z founders are jumping in fast. Programs like BC’s and Yale’s Launch are helping students turn their ideas into reality just months after graduation. Looking forward to what this next generation of entrepreneurs has in store for us.
Can Colleges Attract Students With Promises of Early Entrepreneurship?
Universities face an enrollment crisis. Teenagers want to start businesses earlier than ever. Creating space for freshman founders could be a solution.
www.inc.com
October 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Gen Z founders are jumping in fast. Programs like BC’s and Yale’s Launch are helping students turn their ideas into reality just months after graduation. Looking forward to what this next generation of entrepreneurs has in store for us.
88% of executives say reputation risk is a key business challenge, outranking almost every other strategic concern. Those who proactively manage their online presence not only protect their brand but also reduce risk and amplify trust.
Your reputation is your currency; invest in it wisely.
Your reputation is your currency; invest in it wisely.
October 20, 2025 at 12:51 PM
88% of executives say reputation risk is a key business challenge, outranking almost every other strategic concern. Those who proactively manage their online presence not only protect their brand but also reduce risk and amplify trust.
Your reputation is your currency; invest in it wisely.
Your reputation is your currency; invest in it wisely.
Doctors are the most trusted voices, but trust now begins online. Patients, peers, and partners search before they shake hands.
For leaders in every industry, this is a great reminder that showing up authentically on social media scales impact. At Qnary, we help leaders own that first impression.
For leaders in every industry, this is a great reminder that showing up authentically on social media scales impact. At Qnary, we help leaders own that first impression.
Why trust-driven visibility is health care leaders' strategic advantage - SmartBrief
Leaders can leverage their built-in trustworthiness to boost credibility, drive change and increase their influence.
www.smartbrief.com
October 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Doctors are the most trusted voices, but trust now begins online. Patients, peers, and partners search before they shake hands.
For leaders in every industry, this is a great reminder that showing up authentically on social media scales impact. At Qnary, we help leaders own that first impression.
For leaders in every industry, this is a great reminder that showing up authentically on social media scales impact. At Qnary, we help leaders own that first impression.
Starting a company has never been harder, but businesses born in uncertainty often come out stronger.
Constraint breeds focus, creativity, and resilience. Maybe it’s time we rethink entrepreneurship: it’s not just founders, but anyone bold enough to innovate when the path isn’t clear.
Constraint breeds focus, creativity, and resilience. Maybe it’s time we rethink entrepreneurship: it’s not just founders, but anyone bold enough to innovate when the path isn’t clear.
How entrepreneurs can navigate uncertain times | MIT Sloan
mitsloan.mit.edu
October 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Starting a company has never been harder, but businesses born in uncertainty often come out stronger.
Constraint breeds focus, creativity, and resilience. Maybe it’s time we rethink entrepreneurship: it’s not just founders, but anyone bold enough to innovate when the path isn’t clear.
Constraint breeds focus, creativity, and resilience. Maybe it’s time we rethink entrepreneurship: it’s not just founders, but anyone bold enough to innovate when the path isn’t clear.
Your online reputation is out there, but does it accurately reflect you? Qnary’s free analysis shows your current digital presence and offers practical ways to align it with your professional story. See how others perceive you and shape the story you want to tell:
FREE Online Reputation Analysis
Free Online Analysis
You already have an online reputation; make the most of it.
What does your online reputation say about you? Get your FREE analysis.
Want to improve your professional online presence? Curious how others may see and perceive you now? Qnary’s analysis provides you with
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October 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Your online reputation is out there, but does it accurately reflect you? Qnary’s free analysis shows your current digital presence and offers practical ways to align it with your professional story. See how others perceive you and shape the story you want to tell:
People connect with people, not logos. Leader profiles outperform corporate pages because authenticity builds trust faster than announcements.
At Qnary, we help leaders share real stories so when they shine, their organizations do too.
At Qnary, we help leaders share real stories so when they shine, their organizations do too.
Individual leader profiles consistently outperform corporate accounts. It's not hard to see why; social platforms are inherently built for human interaction, not corporate announcements.
October 6, 2025 at 12:22 PM
People connect with people, not logos. Leader profiles outperform corporate pages because authenticity builds trust faster than announcements.
At Qnary, we help leaders share real stories so when they shine, their organizations do too.
At Qnary, we help leaders share real stories so when they shine, their organizations do too.
AI is reshaping audience decisions. Reputation isn’t built on clicks anymore; it’s earned when AI recommends you. That means always-on storytelling, comms + marketing alignment, and optimizing for answers, not feeds.
But the real question is this: what story is AI already telling about your brand?
But the real question is this: what story is AI already telling about your brand?
Building brand reputation in the age of AI - PR Daily
AI disruption isn’t coming—it’s here. Communicators who fail to adapt risk losing their audience’s attention.
www.prdaily.com
October 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
AI is reshaping audience decisions. Reputation isn’t built on clicks anymore; it’s earned when AI recommends you. That means always-on storytelling, comms + marketing alignment, and optimizing for answers, not feeds.
But the real question is this: what story is AI already telling about your brand?
But the real question is this: what story is AI already telling about your brand?
Geoff Ralston calls storytelling fundamental, and he’s right. At Qnary, we help executives turn their story—vision, values, experience—into a powerful personal brand that connects with clients, colleagues, and investors, building influence and opportunity in the digital age. @inc.com
Why Storytelling Is an Entrepreneur's Most Powerful Soft Skill
Data shows that storytelling is crucial for transforming scrappy startups into billion-dollar brands. Here's how to sharpen your skills.
www.inc.com
October 2, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Geoff Ralston calls storytelling fundamental, and he’s right. At Qnary, we help executives turn their story—vision, values, experience—into a powerful personal brand that connects with clients, colleagues, and investors, building influence and opportunity in the digital age. @inc.com
When executives show up online, they don’t just represent a company; they humanize it. At Qnary, we help leaders build that digital presence authentically. Get a free online reputation analysis here: https://qnary.com/free-online-reputation-analysis/
September 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
When executives show up online, they don’t just represent a company; they humanize it. At Qnary, we help leaders build that digital presence authentically. Get a free online reputation analysis here: https://qnary.com/free-online-reputation-analysis/
Americans are cautiously optimistic about AI: we’re happy to let it help with daily tasks, but hands off when it comes to love, faith, or human connection. These findings reinforce what most of us already know: AI works best when it enhances what makes us human, not replaces it. @pewresearch.org
How Americans View AI and Its Impact on People and Society
Americans are worried about using AI more in daily life, seeing harm to human creativity and relationships. But they’re open to AI use in weather forecasting, medicine and other data-heavy tasks.
www.pewresearch.org
September 29, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Americans are cautiously optimistic about AI: we’re happy to let it help with daily tasks, but hands off when it comes to love, faith, or human connection. These findings reinforce what most of us already know: AI works best when it enhances what makes us human, not replaces it. @pewresearch.org
Building a business takes grit, but too often it comes at a personal cost. Research shows 87% of founders report anxiety, depression, or burnout.
The truth is that founders who set boundaries, find support, and take care of themselves build stronger companies. Let's stop glorifying nonstop hustle.
The truth is that founders who set boundaries, find support, and take care of themselves build stronger companies. Let's stop glorifying nonstop hustle.
We studied America's entrepreneurs and found too many of them were burned out, anxious and depressed. We need a well-being revolution | Fortune
The factors that fuel entrepreneurs' ambition can also create a sense of isolation.
fortune.com
September 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Building a business takes grit, but too often it comes at a personal cost. Research shows 87% of founders report anxiety, depression, or burnout.
The truth is that founders who set boundaries, find support, and take care of themselves build stronger companies. Let's stop glorifying nonstop hustle.
The truth is that founders who set boundaries, find support, and take care of themselves build stronger companies. Let's stop glorifying nonstop hustle.
Your online presence is never just about you. Buyers, partners, and clients are checking the web before making decisions.
At Qnary, we help executives turn their digital footprint into a strategic asset. Think of it as making sure your first impression works for you, 24/7.
At Qnary, we help executives turn their digital footprint into a strategic asset. Think of it as making sure your first impression works for you, 24/7.
September 24, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Your online presence is never just about you. Buyers, partners, and clients are checking the web before making decisions.
At Qnary, we help executives turn their digital footprint into a strategic asset. Think of it as making sure your first impression works for you, 24/7.
At Qnary, we help executives turn their digital footprint into a strategic asset. Think of it as making sure your first impression works for you, 24/7.
At Qnary, we’ve seen that the most engaging executive posts aren’t perfectly polished. They’re personal.
In our latest newsletter, we break down 5 simple ways to make your social content more authentic. Because at the end of the day, people connect with people before they connect with brands.
In our latest newsletter, we break down 5 simple ways to make your social content more authentic. Because at the end of the day, people connect with people before they connect with brands.
The Authenticity Premium
Why Human Stories Outperform on Social Media
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September 23, 2025 at 2:03 PM
At Qnary, we’ve seen that the most engaging executive posts aren’t perfectly polished. They’re personal.
In our latest newsletter, we break down 5 simple ways to make your social content more authentic. Because at the end of the day, people connect with people before they connect with brands.
In our latest newsletter, we break down 5 simple ways to make your social content more authentic. Because at the end of the day, people connect with people before they connect with brands.
Research shows nearly half of a company’s value is tied to its CEO’s reputation. But a personal brand isn’t built alone; it grows through collaboration.
At Qnary, we help executives turn that reach into influence and opportunity, ensuring your authentic brand is fully seen and understood.
At Qnary, we help executives turn that reach into influence and opportunity, ensuring your authentic brand is fully seen and understood.
Why Collaboration Is Key To Improving Your Personal Brand
Brand operations cannot run efficiently without collaboration. Here are some specific reasons why your personal brand depends on collaboration.
www.forbes.com
September 22, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Research shows nearly half of a company’s value is tied to its CEO’s reputation. But a personal brand isn’t built alone; it grows through collaboration.
At Qnary, we help executives turn that reach into influence and opportunity, ensuring your authentic brand is fully seen and understood.
At Qnary, we help executives turn that reach into influence and opportunity, ensuring your authentic brand is fully seen and understood.