Michael Gelb
Keynote Speaker: Educator, Innovation & Creativity Expert; Author of "How To Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci"
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Michael Gelb Biography
Michael J. Gelb is the world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, accelerated learning, and innovative leadership. Gelb leads seminars for organizations such as DuPont, Merck, Microsoft, Nike, Raytheon and YPO. He brings more than 30 years of experience as a professional speaker, seminar leader and organizational consultant to his diverse, international clientele.
Michael Gelb is the author of 14 books on creativity and innovation including the international bestseller How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day. (1998) How to Think Like Leonardo has been translated into 25 languages and has appeared on the Washington Post, Amazon.com, and the New York Times bestseller lists.
In 2007 Gelb released Innovate Like Edison: The Five-Step System for Breakthrough Business Success, co-authored with Sarah Miller Caldicott, the great grand-niece of Thomas Edison. As Professor Vijay Govindarajan, author of Ten Rules for Strategic Innovators noted, “This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to turn creative ideas into a profitable reality.”
In 1999, Michael Gelb won the Brain Trust Charity’s “Brain of the Year” award; other honorees include Prof. Stephen Hawking, Bill Gates, Garry Kasparov and Gene Rodenberry. In 2003, Michael was awarded a Batten Fellowship by the University of Virginia’s Darden Graduate School of Business. Michael co-directs the acclaimed Leading Innovation Seminar at Darden with Professor James Clawson. From 2008 to 2012, Michael Gelb also served as the Director of Creativity and Innovation Leadership for the Conscious Capitalism Institute.
A former professional juggler who once performed with the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, Gelb introduced the idea of teaching juggling as a means to promote accelerated learning and team-building. He is the author of The 5 Keys to High Performance: Juggling Your Way to Success. A fourth degree black belt in the Japanese martial art of Aikido, Gelb is co-author with International Grandmaster Raymond Keene, of Samurai Chess: Mastering Strategic Thinking Through the Martial Art of the Mind. Michael Gelb is also a certified teacher of the Alexander Technique, (the method taught at The Julliard School for cultivating commanding stage presence), and the author of the classic work: Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique. Michael’s 1988 release Present Yourself! Captivate Your Audience with Great Presentation Skills guides readers to develop the communication strategies they need to generate support for their innovative ideas.
Michael has also created many best selling audio programs, include: Mind Mapping: How to Liberate Your Natural Genius, Work Like Da Vinci: Gaining the Creative Advantage in Your Business and Career and The Spirit of Leonardo.
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Michael Gelb Speaking Topics
Tough times require more creativity and innovation. In this compelling, inspiring and energizing program you will learn how to:
-Cultivate creative optimism in the face of difficulties. -Apply the example of history's greatest minds in response to adversity. -Utilize the 5 core skills of creative problem solving. -Apply those skills to your greatest current challenges. -Communicate in a way that inspires others. -Transform stress into energy for innovation.
Anyone can be optimistic when everything is rosy but it only counts when times are tough. Without creative optimism there is no innovation. And, this program is more than just an inspiring motivational exercise, it is an educational experience that will empower your group to be their best in the face of adversity.
Michael Gelb Videos
Think Like Da Vinci: 7 Easy Steps to Boosting Your Everyday Genius
Da Vinci Decoded: Discovering the Spiritual Secrets of Leonardo's Seven Principles
Body Learning : An Introduction to the Alexander Technique
The How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci Workbook: Your Personal Companion to How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci
How to book Michael Gelb?
Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Michael Gelb for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Michael Gelb, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Michael Gelb or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Michael Gelb?
Booking fees for Michael Gelb, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Michael Gelb, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Michael Gelb?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Michael Gelb for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Gelb for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Michael Gelb or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Michael Gelb or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Michael Gelb is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Inspirational and Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Gelb for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Michael Gelb generally travels from New Mexico, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Richard Florida, Erik Wahl and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Gelb for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Michael Gelb Speaking Topics
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Creativity & Innovation in Tough Times
Tough times require more creativity and innovation. In this compelling, inspiring and energizing program you will learn how to:
-Cultivate creative optimism in the face of difficulties. -Apply the example of history's greatest minds in response to adversity. -Utilize the 5 core skills of creative problem solving. -Apply those skills to your greatest current challenges. -Communicate in a way that inspires others. -Transform stress into energy for innovation.
Anyone can be optimistic when everything is rosy but it only counts when times are tough. Without creative optimism there is no innovation. And, this program is more than just an inspiring motivational exercise, it is an educational experience that will empower your group to be their best in the face of adversity.
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Juggling in Business & Life: Five Keys to High Performance
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Innovate Like Edison: The 5-Step System for Breakthrough Business Success
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Creativity on Demand: How to Ignite & Sustain the Fire of Genius
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How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci
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Michael Gelb Videos
BOOKS
Think Like Da Vinci: 7 Easy Steps to Boosting Your Everyday Genius
Da Vinci Decoded: Discovering the Spiritual Secrets of Leonardo's Seven Principles
Body Learning : An Introduction to the Alexander Technique
The How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci Workbook: Your Personal Companion to How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci
FAQ
How to book Michael Gelb?
Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Michael Gelb for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Michael Gelb, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Michael Gelb or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Michael Gelb?
Booking fees for Michael Gelb, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Michael Gelb, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Michael Gelb?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Michael Gelb for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Gelb for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Michael Gelb or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Michael Gelb or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Michael Gelb is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Inspirational and Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Gelb for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Michael Gelb generally travels from New Mexico, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Richard Florida, Erik Wahl and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Gelb for an upcoming event.
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