Corey Craig

Corey Craig

CA, US
TEDx Speaker Corey Craig combines hilarity and vulnerability as he tells his inspirational message. Laugh, cry, and look within for personal growth through self-acceptance and goal setting.

Corey Craig grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he got into his fair share of trouble. Between middle school and high school, he was suspended over 30 times. Now residing in Los Angeles, California, Corey is an actor, motivational speaker, writer, producer, and director. His childhood of troublemaking has turned around to lead him to being on numerous television and film appearances, including Grey's Anatomy, Shameless, Pee-wee's Big Holiday, Major Crimes, Godzilla, and The Guild.

His message is powerful, entertaining and empowering. He has even given a TED Talk entitled 'Zen in the Art of Troublemaking.' Corey's lecture revolves around three key areas that are crucial for youth: Accept, Empower, Achieve. He challenges others to pay it forward, and cause a positive ripple effect. He is engaging, funny, and interactive.

Corey Craig grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he got into his fair share of trouble. Between middle school and high school, he was suspended over 30 times. Now residing in Los Angeles, California, Corey is an actor, motivational speaker, writer, producer, and director. His childhood of troublemaking has turned around to lead him to being on numerous television and film appearances, including Grey's Anatomy, Shameless, Pee-wee's Big Holiday, Major Crimes, Godzilla, and The Guild.

His message is powerful, entertaining and empowering. He has even given a TED Talk entitled 'Zen in the Art of Troublemaking.' Corey's lecture revolves around three key areas that are crucial for youth: Accept, Empower, Achieve. He challenges others to pay it forward, and cause a positive ripple effect. He is engaging, funny, and interactive.

Zen in the Art of Troublemaking

Corey Craig grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he got into his fair share of trouble. Between middle school and high school, he was suspended over 30 times. Now residing in Los Angeles, California, Corey is an actor, motivational speaker, writer, producer, and director. His childhood of troublemaking has turned around to lead him to being on numerous television and film appearances,...

Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny