Kevin is a graduate of St. Clair College's Journalism, Print and New Media Program. Kevin has an extensive history of promoting employment equality for individuals with disabilities most recently, as the Job Developer and Enhanced Employer Support Facilitator with the YMCA of Windsor-Essex County. He also continues the effort of promoting inclusion for people with disabilities through his motivational speaking efforts. McShan also is the host of Lets Have This Conversation a podcast series where he tackles all facets of the news cycle.
Kevin worked with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce on the Discover Ability Network project in the region of Windsor-Essex. In this role, he was responsible for linking businesses to the Discover Ability Network website; an online job matching portal for employers and job seekers with a disability.
Kevin was instrumental with the implementation of the WEareAble Project. The Project was a new initiative in Windsor-Essex aimed to educate local business and hiring managers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. By eliminating the barriers and stereotypes, we can create a positive pathway towards these individuals gaining competitive employment within our community. The project lasted 13 months and resulted in28 individuals with disabilities securing employment.
He also has experience in the sports journalism industry, through the 2Man Advantage Podcasting website, an endeavor he was involved with for many years. Producing over 300 interview and commentary podcasts for the initiative. Kevin has been successful in securing interviews with many prominent and accomplished coaches, athletes and television personalities in Michigan and Ontario.
After graduating Kevin acquired experience as a Multimedia Journalist in his role as an Assignment Reporter with CFTV34.
Through his role as a reporter, Kevin gained the confidence and notoriety to expand horizons. In 2013, he launched a new business venture called Mobilizing Media Innovations. It's through this company; which Kevin can remain an active contributor to the community. Kevin is a proud recipient of the 2012 Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his commitment to promoting equality for individuals with disabilities. He was also the recipient of a Community Excellence Award from Community Living Essex.
Additionally, in 2015 he was awarded with the Influential Advocate Award from Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario, for his work in promoting employment and societal equality on behalf of individuals with disabilities in Windsor-Essex. In October 2014, Kevin's passion for disability awareness issues afforded him the opportunity to hold a press conference at Queen's Park. The platform for the press conference was to compel the Ontario Government to make a commitment in setting the tone in the hiring of persons with disabilities and creating programs which will encourage businesses and companies to do the same. During the conference, Kevin was clear in identifying that there is an untapped market of individuals with disabilities who have skills, experience and education. After the press conference the province of Ontario, took immediate and swift action and appointed a Special Advisor to "champion employment opportunities for people of all abilities in the public and private sectors." Kevin works closely with Taras Natyshak MPP Essex to bring awareness to employment challenges for individuals with disabilities.
Challenging others to reach their fullest potential by maximizing their productivity in life, work and play is Kevin's primary message as a motivational speaker.
Kevin's greatest thrill doesn't come through personal achievement or accolades it comes from the success and enthusiasm of people he touches along the way."
Kevin is a graduate of St. Clair College's Journalism, Print and New Media Program. Kevin has an extensive history of promoting employment equality for individuals with disabilities most recently, as the Job Developer and Enhanced Employer Support Facilitator with the YMCA of Windsor-Essex County. He also continues the effort of promoting inclusion for people with disabilities through his motivational speaking efforts. McShan also is the host of Lets Have This Conversation a podcast series where he tackles all facets of the news cycle.
Kevin worked with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce on the Discover Ability Network project in the region of Windsor-Essex. In this role, he was responsible for linking businesses to the Discover Ability Network website; an online job matching portal for employers and job seekers with a disability.
Kevin was instrumental with the implementation of the WEareAble Project. The Project was a new initiative in Windsor-Essex aimed to educate local business and hiring managers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities. By eliminating the barriers and stereotypes, we can create a positive pathway towards these individuals gaining competitive employment within our community. The project lasted 13 months and resulted in28 individuals with disabilities securing employment.
He also has experience in the sports journalism industry, through the 2Man Advantage Podcasting website, an endeavor he was involved with for many years. Producing over 300 interview and commentary podcasts for the initiative. Kevin has been successful in securing interviews with many prominent and accomplished coaches, athletes and television personalities in Michigan and Ontario.
After graduating Kevin acquired experience as a Multimedia Journalist in his role as an Assignment Reporter with CFTV34.
Through his role as a reporter, Kevin gained the confidence and notoriety to expand horizons. In 2013, he launched a new business venture called Mobilizing Media Innovations. It's through this company; which Kevin can remain an active contributor to the community. Kevin is a proud recipient of the 2012 Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his commitment to promoting equality for individuals with disabilities. He was also the recipient of a Community Excellence Award from Community Living Essex.
Additionally, in 2015 he was awarded with the Influential Advocate Award from Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario, for his work in promoting employment and societal equality on behalf of individuals with disabilities in Windsor-Essex. In October 2014, Kevin's passion for disability awareness issues afforded him the opportunity to hold a press conference at Queen's Park. The platform for the press conference was to compel the Ontario Government to make a commitment in setting the tone in the hiring of persons with disabilities and creating programs which will encourage businesses and companies to do the same. During the conference, Kevin was clear in identifying that there is an untapped market of individuals with disabilities who have skills, experience and education. After the press conference the province of Ontario, took immediate and swift action and appointed a Special Advisor to "champion employment opportunities for people of all abilities in the public and private sectors." Kevin works closely with Taras Natyshak MPP Essex to bring awareness to employment challenges for individuals with disabilities.
Challenging others to reach their fullest potential by maximizing their productivity in life, work and play is Kevin's primary message as a motivational speaker.
Kevin's greatest thrill doesn't come through personal achievement or accolades it comes from the success and enthusiasm of people he touches along the way."
Paving The Pathway Towards Inclusive Victory Session
Businesses experience a 72% Higher retention rate among persons with disability when they incorporate them into the workforce says the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. Which lends more credence to the notion: inclusion is the gateway to independence. For motivational speaker and journalist Kevin McShan, fostering an inclusive and diversified workforce
has been a longstanding and favourite passion of his. During the Paving The Pathway Towards Inclusive Victory Session, McShan will share...
Creating an Environment of Inclusion & Acceptance For All
Living with a disability is hard but it's not impossible
Creating Diversity in Media
Kevin McShan has interviewed over 500 interviews in his career and knows how to ask questions to get interviewees to show their more personal side.
Feeding an insatiable appetite for distributing knowledge and...
7 recommend Kevin
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University of Toronto
Virtual
A.K.B.M.S.H.P.S.S.M.L., Speaker Series Committee, University of Toronto
Verified @uhn.caOn behalf of the Speaker Series Committee, I wanted to send you a quick note to say thank you for your participation in the Speaker Series event today. We really enjoyed connecting with each of you and we have received some great feedback from attendees, who appreciated hearing about your experiences and what you would like to see change in the future to make our systems of care more inclusive. If you have any feedback about the event, please feel free to share it with us so that we can improve for future events. Hope you are all keeping safe during these uncertain times - take good care! Sincerely, Speaker Series Committee
Legislative Assembly of Ontario
On-Site
T.N., MPP Essex, Legislative Assembly of Ontario
Verified @ndp.on.ca"Rarely have I come across someone with such incredible potential, determination and spirit. Those qualities which are proven to be the recipe for success. Kevin exudes these characteristics within every molecule of his being. This makes it quite easy for me to add my name to his growing list of fans."
FanSaves Inc.
Virtual
K.M., Co-Founder and COO at FanSaves Inc. - Co-Host of the Living The Startup Podcast, FanSaves Inc.
Verified @fansaves.com"Kevin is a great example of perseverance, overcoming adversity and is also a strong voice, advocate for those living and working with disabilities."
University of Windsor
Virtual
R.L.T.C.U.O.W., Event orangizer, University of Windsor
Kevin, "On behalf of all teacher candidates, and the University of Windsor Faculty of Education, we would like to thank you for your interest and commitment to this conference. We're so incredibly fortunate to have you participate in our conference. This is a very special and important event that helps shape our knowledge for our future careers. We appreciate the effort and dedication put forth by all our presenters in working for social justice in our community." 2021 VME Conference Committee. Sincerely, Tereza Fountain, Sarah Henderson, Rebecca Lefebvre, Olivia Martin, and Austin Thornton.
97.1 The Ticket
Virtual
J.R., Sports Producer, 97.1 The Ticket
"Kevin is one of the hardest working people in broadcasting, podcasting and YouTubing. My name is Jake Riepma, and I am sports update anchor and talk-show host at 97.1 The Ticket WXYT in Detroit, Michigan. I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin when I appeared as a guest on his show, "Let's Have this Conversation." From the very beginning Kevin's professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality stood out to me. When setting up the interview, he was polite, flexible, and assertive - all exceptional qualities to have in this business, and in life. Furthermore, each time I've appeared on the show, the content of the program has been in line with what you would hear on any big network. As the host, Kevin is prepared in every way, and conducts himself in a professional matter while letting his personality and individualism shine through.
Realizations.co
Virtual
D.R., Owner at Realizations.co, Realizations.co
"My only regret not having met Kevin is not doing so sooner. In saying that, knowing Kevin for the time I have has provided enough inspiration for a lifetime. Gaining a deeper understanding of who Kevin is, the challenges he's faced, and what he has been able to accomplish is truly astounding and a testament that with purpose, passion, and determination truly anything is possible. "
Bow Valley College
Virtual
M.M., Community Liaison Officer, Bow Valley College
"Kevin is a pleasure to collaborate with. He asks very insightful questions, and he makes his guests comfortable and ready for recording. The energy and positivity that Kevin brings is very infectious and you can't help but be encouraged by Kevin's story, his experience, and his outlook on life. Kevin makes a positive difference in the lives of others, and it is an honor to join him in achieving this goal." --Michael Manzano Community Liaison Officer Bow Valley College