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Are you looking for a dynamic speaker who can discuss the principles of storytelling – specifically on how to sell ideas, shift perceptions and change the world?

Michael Margolis is a passionate and inspired speaker who delivers keynotes, presentations, and workshops on a wide variety of storytelling topics.

Michael expertise spans the world of branding, innovation, culture change, social media, and entrepreneurship. He has presented to dozens of high-level audiences, including appearances in New York, Honolulu, Istanbul, DC, Lisbon, Los Angeles, and Toronto. Click here to review Michael’s unique biography.

I loved the half-day workshop on [Storytelling and Corporate Innovation], and am spreading the word. I think you are doing the next important thing in corporate culture. I would love to attend anything that you are teaching.
- Mary Berry, SVP, Corporate Communications/HR, Wells Fargo

Michael is an inventive instructor and a compelling storyteller for the Schulich School of Business. The students he works with are senior executives (VP and above) in the MarCom industry. In his sessions he links a brand narrative framework to business innovation. I recommend Michael highly to any organization looking for a creative approach to telling its brand story.
– Paul Dillon, Mgr. of Learning Strategies, Schulich Executive Centre

I feel that I have just participated in a transformational ‘restarting’ point for our agency. We now have the fundamental tools and motivation to reframe our identity.
- Jill Matro, Program Services Dir, Big Brother Big Sisters of Honolulu

Great new insights for handling the paradigm shift in non-profit business.
- Chuck Remington, Dir. of Field Support, National Audubon Society

Michael’s presentations are highly educational, provocative, and address timely topics and trends. Michael is a passionate speaker who delivers his talks with enthusiasm, nuance, and sincerity. Michael shares a deep passion for understanding how the world works. He customizes every presentation to address the real needs of his audience, and responds in real-time to emergent feedback.

Sampling of Michael’s Appearances for 2010-2009

5th Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising DC Conference (Keynote)
Florida Dietetic Association Annual Conference (Keynote)
Tufts University Nonprofit Alumni Event (Evening Presentation)
The Influencer Project (One of 60 Featured Presenters)
Social Media’s Night Out, Monroe College (Panel Discussion)
Energy BBDO – Ad Agency (Global Creative Briefing)
Yi-Tan Technology Community (Presentation)
DIYDays NYC – Social Media Storytelling (Breakout Presentation)
NYSACRA Annual Conference – disabilities (Keynote)
Smithsonian Storytelling Weekend: GF Day (Breakout)
Off-Off Broadway Theatre Association (Evening Presentation)
Department of Treasury, Executive Leadership Institute (Keynote)
National Audubon Society, Together Green Fellows (Training Workshop)
DC Creativity in Business Conference (Breakout Presentation)
National Audubon Society, Education Leadership Conference (Plenary)
NYSRA Annual Conference – rehabilitation (Keynote)

Some talks can be provided virtually via teleconference line or via a webinar. In this digital age, distance is no issue.

Michael discusses topics in a manner that balances the strategic big-picture with real practical and actionable take-aways. Michael has presented to associations, entrepreneurs, managers, ad agencies, nonprofits, youth marketers, environmentalists, educators, government, students, and many other groups. He thrives in connecting with new audiences. Email Michael for his speaking fee information.