Mike Schlappi - Gold Medalist, Hall of Fame, CSP, MBA, Author,
Lying on a bed paralyzed, with a bullet hole in his chest, Mike promised that if he survived, he would share his unique story all over the world and help as many people as he could. This is happening!
Mike knows that the most important part of any meeting or organization is the people. Whether speaking to a global financial corporation or a community medical facility, he has seen their results change when the beliefs of their people change. He inspires real people, with real problems, to respond differently; teaching that attitude is not a mood, but a position we take regardless of circumstances. That is his specialty!
Obviously Mike has had a few challenges in his life. But he also has a few Olympic gold medals, a few college degrees, has written a few books, runs a few successful businesses, has a few passions and has a few kids (five to be exact). This is all possible because he "walks the talk" (or rolls the scroll).
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Some of Mike's most requested industries are:
Financial Institutions - Mike has a strong background in the financial services industry. He has his life, health and securities licenses, has his MBA, and recently was a main platform speaker at the "Million Dollar Round Table". All of which give him credibility when speaking to an audience in the financial fields.
Healthcare - Mike has a strong background in Healthcare – Following a shooting accident; his personal experiences with nurses, doctors and therapists not only saved his life, but also pointed him to a career in healthcare. He has a Masters degree with an emphasis in Healthcare administration. He served as the Director of Rehabilitation for a large healthcare organization in Salt Lake City for 10 years, giving him credibility with audiences in the healthcare arena.
Education - Mike shares his Olympic Medals, and the bullet he was shot with to teach students, faculty, graduates, and their family members that growth and success are directly linked to the way we respond to challenges and adversity. Mike comes from a family of professional educators. He taught Liberal Arts at Arizona State University while earning his MBA.
Sales/Corporations - Mike's message is a perfect fit for both large and small corporations who are forced to make changes to adapt and thrive in today's shifting world. Through entertaining and personal stories, Mike teaches: If you resist change - you fail. If you accept change - you survive. If you create change - you succeed!
Safety - Mike's story is a moving and powerful example of the importance of safety. At the age of 15 Mike was shot in the chest, by a friend, at point blank range; paralyzing 2/3 of his body. In his keynote, he shares his Olympic Medals, and the actual bullet he was shot with to teach that "this didn't need to happen, it could have been prevented". Mike's powerful message leaves a lasting impression that this didn't just happen to him. It also affected his family, his friends, and the entire community. Mike faces challenges daily because of the split second decision that was made in regards to safety or the lack there of. His entertaining message changes the way people think about carelessness and the magnitude of their decisions in the work place.
Partial client list:
- Goldman Sachs
- Fidelity Investments
- New York Life
- Principal Financial
- Million Dollar Round Table
- Covidien
- CHG Healthcare
- DaVita
- Honeywell
- Adobe
- Jack in the Box
- Dole Foods
- Shaklee
- NRECA
- Boy Scouts of America
- West Virginia University
- FDIC
- NetApp
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Mike Schlappi - Gold Medalist, Hall of Fame, CSP, MBA, Author,
Lying on a bed paralyzed, with a bullet hole in his chest, Mike promised that if he survived, he would share his unique story all over the world and help as many people as he could. This is happening!
Mike knows that the most important part of any meeting or organization is the people. Whether speaking to a global financial corporation or a community medical facility, he has seen their results change when the beliefs of their people change. He inspires real people, with real problems, to respond differently; teaching that attitude is not a mood, but a position we take regardless of circumstances. That is his specialty!
Obviously Mike has had a few challenges in his life. But he also has a few Olympic gold medals, a few college degrees, has written a few books, runs a few successful businesses, has a few passions and has a few kids (five to be exact). This is all possible because he "walks the talk" (or rolls the scroll).
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Some of Mike's most requested industries are:
Financial Institutions - Mike has a strong background in the financial services industry. He has his life, health and securities licenses, has his MBA, and recently was a main platform speaker at the "Million Dollar Round Table". All of which give him credibility when speaking to an audience in the financial fields.
Healthcare - Mike has a strong background in Healthcare – Following a shooting accident; his personal experiences with nurses, doctors and therapists not only saved his life, but also pointed him to a career in healthcare. He has a Masters degree with an emphasis in Healthcare administration. He served as the Director of Rehabilitation for a large healthcare organization in Salt Lake City for 10 years, giving him credibility with audiences in the healthcare arena.
Education - Mike shares his Olympic Medals, and the bullet he was shot with to teach students, faculty, graduates, and their family members that growth and success are directly linked to the way we respond to challenges and adversity. Mike comes from a family of professional educators. He taught Liberal Arts at Arizona State University while earning his MBA.
Sales/Corporations - Mike's message is a perfect fit for both large and small corporations who are forced to make changes to adapt and thrive in today's shifting world. Through entertaining and personal stories, Mike teaches: If you resist change - you fail. If you accept change - you survive. If you create change - you succeed!
Safety - Mike's story is a moving and powerful example of the importance of safety. At the age of 15 Mike was shot in the chest, by a friend, at point blank range; paralyzing 2/3 of his body. In his keynote, he shares his Olympic Medals, and the actual bullet he was shot with to teach that "this didn't need to happen, it could have been prevented". Mike's powerful message leaves a lasting impression that this didn't just happen to him. It also affected his family, his friends, and the entire community. Mike faces challenges daily because of the split second decision that was made in regards to safety or the lack there of. His entertaining message changes the way people think about carelessness and the magnitude of their decisions in the work place.
Partial client list:
- Goldman Sachs
- Fidelity Investments
- New York Life
- Principal Financial
- Million Dollar Round Table
- Covidien
- CHG Healthcare
- DaVita
- Honeywell
- Adobe
- Jack in the Box
- Dole Foods
- Shaklee
- NRECA
- Boy Scouts of America
- West Virginia University
- FDIC
- NetApp
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Attitude Therapy: Rx for the Healthcare Industry
Mike’s personal experiences with nurses, doctors and therapists not only saved his life, but also pointed him to a career in healthcare. He served as the Director of Rehabilitation for Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City for 10 years, giving him credibility with audiences in the healthcare arena.
#1 with a Bullet
Mike’s entertaining and inspiring story motivates people to become better. Better spouses, better employees, better friends, better parents – you get the picture. His theory is: When we resist change we fail. When we accept change, we survive. When we create change, we succeed. Mike’s keynote; “#1 With a Bullet” offers vision to what we can become.
Your people are your greatest asset: invest in them.
Mike knows that the most important part of any meeting or organization is the people. Whether speaking to a global financial corporation or a local credit union, he has seen their results change when the beliefs of their people change. He inspires real people, with real problems, to respond differently; teaching that attitude is not a mood, but a position we take regardless of circumstances. That is his specialty!
Put Your Safety On
At the age of almost 15, Mike was shot in the chest, by a friend at point-blank range; paralyzing 2/3 of his body. In his presentation, he shares his Olympic medals, a powerful media presentation, and the actual bullet he was shot with to teach audiences that "this didn't need to happen, it could have been prevented". Mike's powerful message leaves a lasting impression that this didn't just happen to him - It affected his family, his friends, the entire community and even his...
If You Can't Stand Up, Stand Out
Using humor and real life experiences Mike is able to help his attendees look within - To find what paralyzes them individually; perhaps not stemming from their spine but in their heart and mind. He asks them what position they are taking relative to their problems and to take personal responsibility for their own...
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West Virginia University, School of Medicine
On-Site
M.M., Associate Dean, Professional & Undergraduate Degree Programs, West Virginia University, School of Medicine
Selecting you as the commencement speaker was quite simply the best decision I have ever made concerning our commencement. I received numerous phone calls from individuals who have spent many years in commencement ceremony planning using phrases like: "He's the best speaker I've ever heard" or "Can we have him again next year" To say your talk was a "home run" would be an understatement.
Boy Scouts of America
On-Site
S.F., Scout Executive, Boy Scouts of America
Verified @scouting.orgI cannot write a stronger recommendation letter for Mike to be a keynote speaker for your organization. Mike's story captivates, and instills hope, confidence, knowledge and inspiration in everyone. He is a people person who can engage the audience immediately and leaves them mesmerized. Mike has a compelling story of resilience and his journey is an excellent example of how someone's attitude, even when faced with life-changing trauma, can garner success.
Principal Financial Group
On-Site
G.S., Regional Vice President, Principal Financial Group
I received an email from the client we sponsored stating "folks are still talking about Mike" The message you delivered about appreciating life, and taking control of your future was enthusiastically received. I also want to pass along that the client performed a survey of the participants at the event - 100% of the participants expressed that you were outstanding and exceeded their expectations! Truly, you are an inspiration.
Wood County Electric Cooperative
On-Site
D.R., CEO/General Manager, Wood County Electric Cooperative
Verified @wcec.orgYour enthusiasm for life is contagious. Our employees are on the job today and they are talking about your presentation. Few things are more inspiring than a dynamite smile. When coupled with words of hope, optimism, and understanding, that smile turns into formidable motivation. Your words are wise and your message is an important one. But the spirit with which you tell your story is what catapults you into the arena of remarkable speakers.
Principal Financial
On-Site
D.J.H., President of Retirement, Insurance & Financial Services, Principal Financial
"Thank you for what I consider to be one of the finest presentations in challenging individuals to overcome adversity and deal with life head-on. Your attitude is contagious, your message clear, impactful and heartfelt."
Shaklee Corporation
On-Site
R.H., Vice President, Shaklee Corporation
Your message was perfect for our audience. You were funny, motivating, poignant, inspirational and most important you were real. Our attendees absolutely loved you! In fact, you will be pleased to know that in a survey to our conference attendees, 99% of them rated you as excellent or outstanding - making you one of the highest rated keynote speakers we have ever had. When looking for a motivational speaker, it is important to us that the audience has an emotionally moving experience where they are able to gain a deeper appreciation for their life and a renewed commitment to their business - and your message and powerful presentation helped us accomplish this.
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