Topics: Change, Relationships, Leadership, Family, Education, Goal Setting

Industry specialties: Education

Travels from: NY

Mark Brown

Mark Brown is a dynamic speaker whose unique blend of insight and humor leaves his audiences entertained, uplifted, and inspired. Originally from Kingston, Jamaica, he incorporates "everyday things of life" into his powerful presentations. His unique style has delighted audiences from Bahrain to Boston. Among his accomplishments are a 1995 Harlem YMCA Black Achievers Award, a 1996 National Association of Negro Musicians Service Award, and a 1999 Emmy nomination for the PBS special "Words Count with Mark Brown."

His programs include:

Words Count - Keynote address (30-45 minutes)

In this unforgettable Emmy-nominated presentation, Mark Brown uses the popular Disney film Beauty and the Beast to deliver a powerful message about tolerance, respect, and the value of relationships. This presentation is ideal for children in grades 5-12.

The Dash Between the Dates - Keynote address (45 minutes)

There is the dash to catch a plane, the dash to catch the train, and the mad dash to get to the store before closing time. But then, there is the most important dash of all: the dash "between the dates" which represents our time on the planet. Mark uses the 100m dash to teach valuable lessons for a lifetime, because how you run that dash is all that matters.

Be Your Best - Keynote address (45 minutes)

In a high-energy program, Mark encourages participants to explore their untapped potential by answering three key questions: What can I learn? What can I change? And how can I grow?

Our Children, Our Future - Keynote address (45 minutes)

We spend years investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other financial vehicles to secure or future. But no financial investment should outweigh our investment in our children. Join the 1995 World Champion of Public Speaking as he presents a unique and interesting perspective on the importance of investing in our children. This presentation is designed for educators and parents.

You Can Reach for the Stars But You Need a Vision - Educational workshop (up to 2 hours)

To reach the unreachable star is a goal foremost in the minds of many. Whatever that star may be, Mark offers six powerful techniques that will catapult you from goal setting to "goal-getting."

"Ate" Ways Leaders Get Things Done -
Educational workshop (up to 2 hours)

Leadership is a challenge, so Mark will show you eight easy-to-remember ideas for effective leadership, whether you are a leader or have to report to one.