Ernie Harker

Billion Dollar Branding Expert and Professional Speaker

Ernie Harker is a brand-building powerhouse best known for transforming Maverik from an outdated western-themed convenience store into a $3B high-energy adventure brand. His contagious enthusiasm, bold creative thinking, and practical strategies have made him a leading voice for companies ready to stand out.

Ernie’s creativity started young, after his mom tossed the family TV, he poured himself into drawing. That passion led him to start his own marketing production company in 1995 and ultimately build a career rooted in art, storytelling, and fearless ideas.

Outside of branding, Ernie is all about adventure: mountain biking, wakeboarding, completing an IronMan, climbing Kilimanjaro, and creating art, including a children’s book he authored and illustrated. He loves time with his family and his seven brothers.

His new course, AI Marketing Accelerator, brings together his lifelong creativity and brand expertise to help others sharpen their message and amplify their ideas using AI.

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LeaderPass Course

Ernie's AI for Marketing

Turn AI into Your Creative Superpower

The masterclass helps you turn creative challenges into confident, effective marketing. With practical lessons and hands-on guidance, you’ll learn to use AI like a pro to strengthen your ideas, and create visuals and messages that elevate your brand.

45 lessons

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I've been involved in many different kinds of businesses, but one thing I've consistently done is find a way to get Ernie Harker involved.

Mike Call, CEO 1998-2014Maverik.