The Chinese philosopher Confucius was, among other things, a key figure in the study of public speaking. He advocated for speeches that could profoundly affect individuals and believed that words possess the power to inspire actions which can change the world. 

But how to leverage the power of oratory in contemporary organizations? It begins with identifying a speaker who has a powerful message, the ability to capture the attention of a large audience, and an engaging message that includes participants in an interactive way.

With over thirty years of experience in public speaking, Andrew Black, PhD, has a powerful message based on his research in narratology and storytelling and is excited to share that message in a compelling and interactive way to your audiences. He enjoys speaking to:

• Leaders who tell stories to teams and clients
• Sales team members/business development professionals who tell stories to prospects
• Marketing team members who create stories to brand or position an organization
• Development/Advancement team members who must engage prospective donors with stories of organizational effectiveness
• Organizations which need to reboot their organization's story in light of recent changes or a new focus
• Artists who need inspiration to move through creative blocks

Words have the power to inspire actions which can change the world. Are you taking advantage of this power? Well, why not?