Hi my name is Roxy.

I attend Ecole Phoenix Middle school. You came and did a presentation on January 25th in A block. I was very touched by your story. You made me cry when you told us that you were envious of us, In your eyes we were perfect. many of us are indeed physically perfect in means of mobility but deep down inside none of us are perfect. We are all the same no matter what challenges each of us are faced with day to day. It also brought a tear to my eye when you caught the football. You made me realise just how lucky I am to be able to do the littlest things, but not only the small things but the fact that I can play on a Rep. Soccer team and be in the school band Playing the Saxophone. If I ever come to meet another person with Cerebral palsy i most certaintly will treat them with as much respect as anyone else because they most definatly deserve it. Thank you for Coming to Ecole Phoenix Middle School

Roxy. B
There are no limitations to the mind except for those we accept

Motivational, Educational, Inspirational

FAQ

1. What is the benefit to audiences?

While each conference has a purpose and theme that Michael personalizes his presentation to, his delivery is always unique. Fasten your seatbelts as Michael will take you on an emotional roller coaster ride with his inspirational stories about his experience of growing up with cerbral palsy. The best part is you control every turn. Michael will work with you to determine the approach and message best suited to reach your audience. He will then arm the audience with tools to use in their lives immediately. These tools will not only benefit the audience in their work environment, but also in their personal environment, allowing each audience member to grow and develop long after the presentation.

2. Why is Michael unique?

Michael has lived through so much adversity and continues to face daily challenges, yet he has the ability to continue to overcome these challenges with a positive rebel frame of mind. With this frame of mind, Michael captivates his audience and puts them at ease. This allows the audiences defense system to be lowered. What happens then..Hearts open, eyes widen, mouths loosen, the child within the listener awakens. They laugh, they cry; they are moved and inspired.

3. What is Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy is a combination of chronic conditions affecting muscle coordination and body movement and is caused by damage to certain areas of the brain usually occurring in the early stages of life or during development of the fetus. Therefore, it is an aftereffect of damage to motor areas in the brain controlling movement or posture rather than damage to individual muscles.

Cerebral palsy is a non-progressive condition; however, certain other side effects such as muscle spasticity can develop at later stages and can get progressively worse or improve depending on the specifics of person's condition. Cerebral palsy is not a disease and therefore can not be communicated from one person to another

4. Will the audience be able to understand Michael?

You will be amazed at how easy Michael is to understand when he is giving a presentation. He always makes sure the audience does understand everything he says and instructs them to "put up their hand" and let him know if they missed a word or phrase. Although, he is happy to repeat anything that is not understood, this never happens. The audience always understands him perfectly. And, because the audience is listening intently, they will not miss any part of the message he delivers either!

5. What types of audience does Michael appeal to?

Michael works with a wide variety of audience types including: associations, front line staff, corporate, government, financial planning workshops, and school children. Michael has worked with audiences in the field of sport, health, safety, financial planning, real estate, banking, human resources, retail, and schools.

6. Can Michael's messages comply with the objective and theme of a specific event?

Every presentation is customized to meet the needs of Michaels' clients. He has spoken to diverse audiences throughout the world and has vast experience in adapting his delivery to specific themes. Prior to the event, Michael will meet with the client to discuss any issue, themes or topics that the clients would like addressed. Michael then incorporates these messages into his presentation and brings them to the audience through stories. At the same time he weaves the clients messages and objectives into his personal stories.

7. How long are Michael's presentations?

Keynotes are 60-70 minutes in length depending on the event, circumstances and time available. Michael can also deliver 10 minute "appy's" to 2-3 hour workshops depending on each client's individual circumstances.

8. What are Michael's speaking fees?

Please contact the office to discuss Michael's fee's. Be sure to let us know if it is a keynote presentation or special circumstances such as youth programs, charity, non-profit events etc.

9. What are Michael's AV and room arrangement requirements?

Michael likes to stand in the centre of the stage, preferably with no podium to separate him from audiences. He moves a bit to the left and to the right and at times moves his entire body quite frantically. Michael has challenges with keeping his head steady therefore he requires a headset microphone.

10. How can we find out if Michael is available for a speaking engagement?

Please contact Judy to check availability at your soonest convenience. A 50% deposit is required at time of booking in order to hold your designated event date.

11. Can you provide photographs for promotional materials?

These can also be downloaded directly from the website.

12. Can you provide us with a biography and presentation introduction?

Yes, biography, introduction as well as other promotional material can also be downloaded here: