Mike Shaw

Mike Shaw

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Kelowna, British Columbia

Former Professional Skier | Thriving Spinal Cord Injury Survivor | Leadership & Change

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  • Disability
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  • Personal Growth

MIKE SHAW BIOGRAPHY

Mike Shaw is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. In December 2013, the Canadian freestyle ski coach faced a life-altering ski accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down. Despite being told he would never walk again, his indomitable spirit drove him to begin intensive rehabilitation almost immediately after surgery. Just three months later, Mike Shaw defied expectations by walking out of the hospital. Incredibly, 16 months after his injury, Mike Shaw participated in the Wings for Life World Run (WFLWR), completing a 10k run in support of spinal cord injury research—a cause deeply personal to him. In 2024, Mike Shaw co-captained Canada’s #TeamCoast2Coast, running nearly 20k in the WFLWR. His determination to push his limits didn’t stop there, as Mike Shaw also undertook his first marathon. Remarkably, Mike Shaw has even returned to the slopes, navigating some of Western Canada’s most challenging backcountry skiing terrain.

His inspiring journey has been showcased across major platforms like Red Bull TV, CBC, NBC, CTV, Global TV, City TV, and YouTube. His TEDx talk has resonated with audiences worldwide, providing hope and guidance to those facing their own challenges. Additionally, his documentary film, The Healing Agent, is available on Red Bull TV, offering an in-depth look at his remarkable recovery and the lessons learned along the way.

His journey from tragedy to triumph is more than just a personal victory; it’s a story that inspires and empowers others to face their own challenges with courage and confidence. In his keynotes and workshops, Mike Shaw shares a perspective that not only motivates but also provides audiences with actionable insights to overcome adversity and thrive in uncertainty. His engaging presentations leave a lasting impact, encouraging individuals and organizations to push beyond their limits.

An entrepreneur, author, and esteemed speaker, Mike Shaw holds a business degree from the University of British Columbia Okanagan and co-founded Headstartpro Performance Training, where he serves as a performance coaching expert. Mike Shaw is completing his Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology in 2024, furthering his commitment to supporting others from a mental health perspective. His mission is clear: to help people transition from merely surviving to truly thriving, equipping them with strategies to excel even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.

 

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From paralysis to power: The inspirational journey of Mike Shaw

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Mike Shaw's journey from paralysis to becoming an empowering force in leadership and resilience. After a severe spinal cord injury, Mike defied the odds, transforming his life and career to inspire others with his message of strength, adaptability, and overcoming adversity. His story provides practical insights into harnessing personal challenges to fuel growth and lead with resilience.
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Mike Shaw Topic Presentations

Thriving in Uncertainty: Building Confidence Amidst Change

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  • In today’s fast-paced world, navigating uncertainty is a critical skill. This talk equips audiences with the mindset and tools to build confidence amidst change, turning challenges into opportunities. Drawing from his own life-altering experiences, Mike Shaw offers actionable strategies that empower individuals and teams to embrace the unknown with resilience and adaptability.

Enhancing Workplace Well-being: Optimizing Mental Health for Peak Performance

How To Build Impressive Organizations With Impressive People

Mike Shaw Speaking Testimonials

Mike, thanks for a fantastic presentation that set the tone for a tremendous week. Yours is an amazing story, and you presented it beautifully. Our members were inspired and fired up, and we cannot thank you enough.

DAVID GOLDSTEIN BSJ/LLB

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
U SPORTS AGM

I was, and remain, incredibly moved by Mike’s story, and I know that our guests were too. Mike, thank you for being so open and for sharing something so deeply personal with us.

STEPHANIE MALLALIEU

GO2HR TOURISM

I appreciated your candour and honesty, and the humour you incorporated to lighten up what was a touching and sobering story. Also, you were able to tie in your lessons learned with great practical ways that we can integrate better practices into our operations at Tolko. I think many of our employees were impacted by your presentation, and thanks again for sharing your story.

STEVE WHITE

CPA, CA
TREASURY & RISK ANALYSIS, TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD.

We have received such positive feedback and praise for your exceptional conference presentation. Your captivating insights, professionalism, and enthusiasm to share your experience was noted by many. We appreciated your preparedness and ease with which we worked to coordinate your session. Thank you for contributing your insights to positively shaping our conference delegates’ experience.

SHANNON HALL

EVENTS COORDINATOR
CANADIAN SPORTS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Mike Shaw Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Mike Shaw Keynote Speaker delivers customized and tailored keynote presentations, workshops, and training sessions on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique and are designed for a variety of audiences, industries, conferences, and event formats.

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