Steve Pailthorpe is the CEO of Iconic Digital / Crown Global. Marketing expert and entrepreneur, 3 times winner of the BizX European Awards. Voted EU CEO of the Year 2024.)

An accomplished digital strategist and business consultant Steve is known for his innovative approach to business growth and community transformation. With a passion for bridging business and social impact, Steve has led multiple successful ventures that combine purpose with profit.

Steve will speak on Business and Church: Unlocking Kingdom Potential. He will also be joining the panel discussion on Future Skills. (See conference programme).

As President of Crown Global, a Christian charity that seeks to support and strengthen future leaders across the world, Steve is a trusted advisor to businesses, government leaders and charities both in the UK and overseas. He co-founded the charity and became the President in 2016. 

As the founder and Chief Executive of Iconic Digital, an international digital marketing agency, Steve is widely recognised as a lead practitioner in the fields of digital marketing and search engine optimisation having gained international recognition.

A dynamic and inspiring speaker, Steve specialises in helping organisations harness the power of technology and strategic thinking to scale their impact and influence. His extensive experience working across industries makes him a sought-after consultant for both established businesses and startups aiming for high growth.

Steve is listed in the Global 100 for ‘Most Influential CEO of the Year 2023′ and has won numerous awards including “Outstanding Entrepreneur” in the Global Business Excellence Awards and “Entrepreneur of the Year” in the Best Business Awards .