“You blew people out of the water… I have never seen a standing ovation during our assembly like that one – people were mesmerized.”
Denese Odegaard, President, National Association for Music Education (Washington, DC)
The 5 Keys of Fearless Innovation:
In these times of change, opportunity abounds for those who can radically transform both themselves and the way they serve others. The need to innovate is clear, yet many struggle to find their footing, unsure of the way forward. How do we build something new or better on ever-shifting ground? The answer: Fearless Innovation.
In Fearless Innovation, Maria & Shawn provide a blueprint for generating and developing new ideas. They make the case that we all innovate – we just need to practice flexing that muscle strategically (and frequently) to effect outsized benefits for ourselves and the communities we serve. Fearless Innovation means greeting change with excitement, not suspicion. It means moving your idea forward NOW, regardless of lack of precedent or obstacles that abound.
Many speak eloquently on innovation. A few even display its benefits for all to see. Only Shawn & Maria both speak on innovation and so deftly embody it, right from the stage. Using powerful words, transformational music, interactive segments and physicality, they champion innovation in a way that is so clear, so uplifting and so compelling that audiences can’t help but embrace the path of Fearless Innovation.
Takeaways:
Individuals, Teams and Organizations will be INSPIRED to…
Generate ideas and act boldly on them.
Make small but meaningful changes.
Build communities of joy and humor, where innovation can thrive.
Cultivate originality, passion and partnership.
Embrace fearlessness and use it as a muse.
Create their vision, at work or at play.
Why Choose Fearless Keynotes?
Excitement: Maria & Shawn get people PUMPED UP! Their youthful energy belies 6+ decades of combined stage experience.
Teamwork: They work together with you (the planner) and amongst themselves in pursuit of a higher purpose. And as Juilliard-trained musicians, their partnership embodies the most beautiful blending of flute and violin.
Rapport: Shawn & Maria regularly present to and interact with people of diverse ages, nationalities and identities. With audiences large and small, their priority is always to connect with each and every person.
Composure: There is virtually nothing that can throw them off their game while on-stage.
Synergy: Maria & Shawn's ease with one another and their audience is contagious, activating a sense of camaraderie among those present.
Value: Double the fun! Audiences listen up as they hear two voices instead of one (rare in the speaking industry).
Reliability: You can relax knowing that Shawn & Maria are seasoned travelers. Their creativity & ability to think on their feet have meant that neither weather nor cancelled flights have ever kept them from an engagement.
Impact: As Champions of Innovation, they are ideally positioned to inspire others; they don’t just speak on innovation, they live it!
“Wonderfully imaginative… smile-inducing… impressive.”
Stephen Brookes, The Washington Post (Washington, DC)
“Extraordinary musicians and communicators, infectious in their performance style… able to deliver with beautiful simplicity key insights for overcoming any kind of obstacle.”
David Braun, Niagara District School Board (Welland, ON)
“Opening listeners’ minds to sounds and ideas they’d never previously considered…”
Aidan Connolly, Executive Director, The Irish Arts Center (New York, NY)
“… pure and radiant talent! The audience response… has been tremendous!”
Hillary McAndrew-Plate, Senior Manager, Lincoln Center (New York, NY)
“Together, they became a single body of energy. The impact was huge.”
Makiko Ishihara, Bits Lounge Magazine (Toronto, ON)
