Mike Hourigan, CSP, brings satirical, real-world wisdom to corporate and association audiences swirling with constant change. While leading them through organizational rapids, he entertains and energizes with insightful stories gleaned through his varied work experiences...from picking strawberries at 10 cents a pint at age 12 to heading sales and marketing for large international companies.

An energetic keynoter known as the "workplace commentator," Mike communicates what today's organizations need to hear to keep afloat. He provides easy-to-use solutions from his well-rounded viewpoint - as an 'insider' in sales and management and an 'outsider' who has logged 3,000 hours from the platform. Mike is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), the highest earned accreditation given by the National Speakers Association.

Mike's corporate career spanned 17 years with international companies including Olympus Corporation and Cargill, Inc. In the past six years, he has delivered 100 highly customized programs a year on leadership, communications and balance.

His clients include Marriott International, GlaxoSmithKline, U.S. Army, Eastman Kodak, Drexel Heritage, KPMG Peat Marwick, U.S. Xpress Enterprises, The Furniture Manufacturer's Credit Association, American Bus Association, Industrial Fabrics Association International and many more.

• Riding The Waves Without Getting Wet: (Mike's Featured Keynote) Change, like the ocean, can be turbulent and like the tides, it is predictable. Ultimately, the trick to riding the waves of change is getting into the productive zone before the next wave rolls in. This unique keynote is designed for managers leading their teams through change or any group experiencing change.
  
  
• Communication - It's Not Part Of It, It's All Of It : Sure you will learn how to resolve conflicts and communicate better but what people like best is how Mike handles real life situations like dealing with "malignant malcontents" and getting rid of the "ploppers" people who plop in front of your desk and waste your time).
  
  
• Putting The "YOU" In Leadership : Some people believe there is no "you" in leadership, others think there is only a capital I; but everyone agrees there is a leadership gap. Mike will show you how to maximize leadership talent and challenge the leadership potential in everyone.
  
  
• How to Say NO to Stress : Can you count the ways to deal sanely with the stress builders in your work environment? Mike offers techniques to minimize "the big three" timewasters and learn how to say NO without offending others. This lively program makes reducing your blood pressure loads of fun!
  
  
• From Black and White to 256 Shades of Gray : When it comes to recruiting, retaining and energizing employees, how do you wade through 256 "shades" of choices to find the best options? Mike's colorful, astute perspectives help you decide who to hire, how to find - and screen - good candidates, and how to motivate them once they're on board.