Anthony Shop
Anthony Shop believes in the power of people-centered digital strategies to create a brighter future. As co-founder and chief strategy officer of Social Driver, he helps leading organizations connect with people in today’s fast-changing environment. Trusted by CEOs and executives across the healthcare, public health and patient advocacy sectors, Anthony and his team guide clients in building trusted brands and elevating digital thought leadership. Social Driver’s clients include the National Academy of Medicine, the American Diabetes Association and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, as well as many of their industry partners.
Anthony also chairs the National Digital Roundtable, the premier network of digital innovators, leaders and policy shapers. In this role, he leads quarterly roundtable discussions in partnership with LinkedIn that bring together senior communicators to explore emerging trends in technology and influence.
A recognized voice on leadership and influence, Anthony hosts the Chief Influencer podcast in partnership with The George Washington University. He has been honored as an “OUTstanding LGBT+ Role Model” by The Financial Times, “Business Leader of the Year” by the DC Chamber of Commerce and “40 Under 40” by The Washington Business Journal.
A former newspaper reporter, Anthony was the first new media professional elected to the National Press Club’s Board of Governors. He earned his MBA from The George Washington University, where he teaches as an adjunct lecturer.