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Eleni

“As a six foot tall actress who didn’t quite fit the traditional female stereotype,” says Eleni, “I spent years struggling to somehow make myself smaller so that other people could feel bigger. It finally dawned one me that I was focusing on what I wasn’t instead of what I was.  From that moment on, I made it my mission to be as fully myself as I could be… and to use my performing abilities to bring that message to others.  By reminding people to stay passionately connected to what makes them unique, in spite of change or challenge, I encourage them to stand out and lead the way for others do to the same.”

TOUCH THE SKY is an unusual hybrid of original stories and songs, that showcase Eleni’s passion, presence and  wisdom, as well as her performing abilities.  The TOUCH THE SKY! flagship program can be delivered as an opening, lunchtime or closing keynote, from 30-60 minutes in length.  TOUCH THE SKY! --or any of its sub-title options—can be also be accompanied by, or delivered as,  a breakout session or training from one hour to a full day’s length.

The daughter of a career diplomat, Eleni spent the first fifteen years of her life living in Paris, Rome and Israel. She completed a double major in Theatre Arts and Semiotics from Brown University.  A two –time finalist in the prestigious Kerrville Festival New Folk songwriter competition, Eleni has released three CDs through her own label, EEK! records. Additionally, Under the auspices of SPEEK (Speaking Powerfully and Effectively, with Eleni Kelakos), Eleni is a respected executive speech coach and presentation specialist. She is a member of the National Speakers Association, the Actor’s Equity Association, the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Radio and Television Artists and Television Artists.

Areas of Expertise:

Change
Leadership
Motivation
Women

Target Audience:

When two or more people—particularly women-- gather in the name of bettering themselves, I want to be there!  My programming is best suited for groups of people who need to keep motivated and focused in spite of daily challenge and adversity. This includes members of direct marketing sales groups; workers in the health care professions (nurses, aides); teachers; and women’s associations and organizations, whose members are eager to strengthen their personal voice and purpose.

Top 3 reasons to have Eleni as your next speaker:

1. PASSION:  My passion and enthusiasm lifts flagging energy and inspires program attendees to re-kindle their purpose, focus and commitment towards achieving personal excellence.
2. UNIQUENESS:  My program’s unusual hybrid of songs and stories engages attendees on a deeper level, cementing key messages and ensuring people leave feeling filled with potential and possibility.
3. INCREASED  MORALE:  Helping your colleagues or employees feel valued, re-energized, and re-committed to realizing their potential or to take action in the face of challenge will increase productivity and sales and reduce attrition.

Fee:

Keynote: $1500

Half Day:  $1,500

Full Day:  $2,500  

Eleni's Most Requested Programs:

TOUCH THE SKY is Eleni’s flagship musical motivational keynote program.  It’s a compelling and entertaining combination of stories and original songs, delivered with heart and humor and designed to move, motivate and energize.  TOUCH THE SKY!  inspires you to embrace and explore your uniqueness so you can be all of who you are meant to be.  It’s a one-of-a kind interactive experience designed to meet the specific goals of a group and to make both morale and productivity sour.

Sub Title Options:

TOUCH THE SKY! Staying True to You, Through Change and Challenge.

Having for years stayed the course as a performer in the challenging waters of the entertainment industry, Eleni knows a thing or two about keeping one’s dream alive  in the face of formidable obstacles. With humor and wisdom, this program focuses on staying true to your needs and goals through the challenges of a life—both personal and professional-- whose only constant is change.  Particularly well suited for groups of people struggling daily in the “trenches, “ (nurses, health-care workers, teachers, direct sales reps) who are having to stay motivated and on task in spite of physical and emotional exhaustion, red tape, constant rejection and other challenges.

TOUCH THE SKY!  Letting Out the Leader in You. 
 
This iteration of TOUCH THE SKY! is designed to encourage personal leadership in the truest, most authentic and effective sense.  Program attendees will reflect on their own commitment, willingness and ability to shine brightly, uniquely and congruently, so that they can lead the way for others to do the same.

TOUCH THE SKY! Speak up and Speak Out! Your Voice Matters.  (For Women Only)

A presentation designed to illuminate the need for women to literally and metaphorically speak up and out so that they are heard, perceived and valued as the effective and capable people they are.  Program attendees will leave with tools and techniques to help them effectively claim their voice and the space they inhabit whether they are speaking to one or one thousand.

Testimonials:

“Thank you for performing your TOUCH THE SKY! presentation at my Curves franchise.   I was inspired by your words of wisdom, and delighted by your powerful, beautiful voice.  You are a treasure.  Your messages—from worthiness and celebration of one’s spirit, to making the most of one’s life—are important for everyone.  I walked away feeling strong and encouraged!  Thank you, Eleni, for your thought-provoking songs and stories.”
 -- Robin Black, Owner, Curves, Ann Arbor, MI.

“I laughed, I cried, and I was truly inspired.  TOUCH THE SKY! is a remarkable experience that could very well change your life.  Eleni captivates her audience with a phenomenal singing voice, honest emotion, and inspiring messages.  If you need to re-focus your priorities, TOUCH THE SKY! is a great way to start.”
-- Chris King, Host, Live in Loudon, Wage Radio

“Rarely do you find a speaker who captures the attention of her audience from the opening of the presentation.  Your emotional—and often times humorous—presentation about your life triggered our own memories of the trials and tribulations of our lives.  As you closed your program I noticed several people were moved to tears.  Thank you for sharing your experiences with us to make us all reach high to TOUCH THE SKY!” --L. Revenaugh, American Business Women’s Association, Women of Today Express Network

“Eleni filled the spotlight with brilliance, with her pure poetry and music, her willowy, six-foot self, her talented actress presence, her wit and stand-up comic’s way with a funny tale and, of course, her soaring, crystal clear voice… a total delight (and) inspiration, spinning shining images all the way.”
-- Mary Sampas, The Lowell Sun.

“Put Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell together, add a little Robin Williams, and you’ve got Eleni…” -- Martin Stone, Our Times Concert Series

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