May 9, 2022
Why are Some Keynote Speakers More Captivating than Others?
What sets apart the good keynote speakers from the legendary? Villagers traveled long distances just to hear Abraham Lincoln speak. What made him magnetic was his mastery of the art of storytelling. Our brains gain satisfaction from receiving information via storytelling, it adds an element of creativity and entertainment. The best storytellers craft their stories in a way that deeply connects with their audience, making for an unforgettable and inspirational experience.
According to a recent Harvard Business Review article, “understanding the difference between presenting and storytelling is critical to a leader’s ability to engage an audience and move them to action.”
BigSpeak storytelling keynote speakers are experts in using stories to sell, market, and create unforgettable customer experiences. These storytellers have built brands, animated successful films, and created award-winning advertising campaigns.
Matthew Luhn is a top innovation keynote speaker and former lead animator and storyteller at Pixar Studios. Alongside his story work in Hollywood, Matthew works with Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, and other professionals to craft and tell stories that bridge the gap between business and heart to build stronger brands and business communication.
Mike Reiss is a top storytelling speaker, an American television comedy writer and author. He served as a show-runner, writer and producer for the animated series The Simpsons and co-created the animated series The Critic. He created and wrote the webtoon Queer Duck and has also worked on screenplays including: Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, The Simpsons Movie, and My Life in Ruins.
LaQuita is a Storytelling magician and public speaking expert who you may have seen in Commercials, TV or Film over the years. As the CEO of Clear Communication Academy, LaQuita transforms companies, Fortune 500 CEOs, Hollywood’s top talent, entrepreneurs, and public figures into powerful speakers and storytellers. She has worked in 50+ countries, across 5 continents speaking at companies, conferences, and at numerous prestigious schools and events including Harvard events, INSEAD Business School, Loyola University, and Milan Polytechnico.
Specializing in storytelling through character design, Deanna has worked at Pixar Animation Studios since 2012. Her credits include Luca (2021), Soul (2020), Onward (2020), Toy Story 4 (2019), Incredibles 2 (2018), Bao (2018), Inside Out (2015) & The Good Dinosaur (2013). Deanna delivers panel talks & leads workshops world-wide, having been hosted by SXSW, D23, ILM, Leaders London, Pixelatl, CTNX & The Walt Disney Family Museum.
Ken Schmidt is a top customer loyalty speaker, author, and former Director of Communications at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Ken shares stories and insights on the road to building a fanatically vocal customer base, creating a passionately loyal corporate culture, and developing leaders who inspire and motivate.
Jay Ward is a top innovation and storytelling keynote speaker, a Creative Director of Franchise at Pixar, and a consultant on all Cars-related projects worldwide. He provides automotive and franchise expertise to both Disney and its partners in matters pertaining to Consumer Products, Interactive, Marketing, Publishing, and Theme Parks.
Read on for five ways you can improve your storytelling skills and captivate your audience like never before.
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