Alvin’s story and his keynote presentations aim to inspire your people to stop seeing problems, and start seeing possibilities. Alvin Law is an Attitude Expert who uses his story to challenge and inspire audiences. He teaches them how to adapt to and embrace change, and recommit to their role in your organization. Alvin will use his story and his life to model adaptability, resilience and drive. By the end of Alvin Law’s presentations, audiences will value and develop skills for a positive outlook on life, so that they take ownership of their role and identify their mental blocks to develop a positive and productive attitudes for themselves and their team.

For Alvin Law, having no arms as a child was little more than an obstacle. Thankfully, his family taught him that through having a strong work ethic and a positive attitude that he could do anything and fulfill his dreams and aspirations. With a mission is to spark a worldwide Attitude Revolution, he uses his story to challenge and inspire people to rewrite the negative stories they tell themselves about themselves; to stop feeling like victims in their lives and get proactive; to stop making excuses and start making choices. Over 7,500 corporations, organizations and groups on five continents have used Alvin Law to ignite, engage and transform their people. On stage, he shares secrets to meeting—and conquering—life’s many challenges.

Alvin Law was born with no arms as a result of the Thalidomide drug. Overwhelmed with his tragic prognosis of a life void of quality or independence, his birth family abandoned Alvin as an infant. Thankfully, he was adopted by foster parents who nurtured him, teaching him to use his feet for hands. In doing so, they gave him the gift of freedom.

Alvin Law has been presenting his compelling life story to groups across Canada, the United States and around the globe since 1981. He is a broadcaster, fundraiser and musician. He has also worked for non-profit groups in advertising and public relations, the civil service. Alvin has even run for public office. Alvin Law is in demand to speak worldwide. He also gained recognition as one of Canada’s top five motivational speakers. Law is one of Canada’s most inspirational speakers and is in high demand worldwide for his presentations.

As a result of Alvin’s incredible story, his passion to help others and his captivating presentations, Alvin was inducted into the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers Hall of Fame. Law has spoken on five continents to over 2,000,000 people. He is the author of the bestselling book Alvin’s Laws of Life…5 Steps to Successfully Overcome Anything. Alvin demonstrates that nothing is impossible when we have a positive attitude, having the right people around us and a resilient work ethic.

 

Andrea Holwegner is an award winning writer, health & wellness leader that delivers nutrition, energy and productivity solutions as a keynote speaker. She has counseled hundreds of individuals, including Olympic athletes, CEOs and families on the benefits of healthy eating. Andrea Holwegner leads a team of highly trained and experienced dietitians in her practice. Known as the “chocoholic nutritionist”, she believes anyone can achieve health without guilt, and that the secret to success is having fun.

Andrea Holwegner is one of a handful of Registered Dietitians in North America that is a qualified and entertaining speaker. She knows how to deliver relevant content, mixed with humour and fun to capture corporate, association and government audiences. She is a highly credited with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition & Food Sciences and Dietetic Internship from the University of Alberta. A certified Craving Change expert that specializes in strategies for problematic and emotional eating. Andrea Holwenger is a Member of the Dietitians of Canada, the College of Dietitians of Alberta, Restaurants Canada and the Canadian Obesity Network. Due to her expertise, Andrea Holwegner is a media expert for the Dietitians of Canada and a recipient of a regional award by the Dietitians of Canada: the Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education.

Andrea Holwegner’s simple ideas elevate productivity, work-life balance and health. Andrea is a columnist for The Calgary Herald. She also is an on-air expert for QR77 Radio, Global Calgary Morning News and CTV Morning News. She has written articles for CBC News Online and is a Member of the Chatelaine Health Advisory Board. Andrea was a dietitian on the Life Network’s popular reality weight loss show “Taking it Off”. She has appeared on CTV National News and CBC News Today Newsworld. In addition, CBC Radio has also interviewed her in almost every province in Canada. She has counseled Team Canada Olympians and leads a team of Registered Dietitians at her practice. She is also a media spokesperson for the Dietitians of Canada. As a result of her experience, achievements and expertise, Andrea consults and advises Jugo Juice and Bright Path to improve their nutrition and health focused strategies.

Most of all, Andrea Holwegner delivers powerful presentations with a balanced message regarding health and good living. Holwegner is a foodie, a die-hard chocoholic. Andrea is happily married to a wine importer that is a “meat head”. She has the ability to translate the complex science of medicine, nutrition and health into easy to understand strategies. As a result, Andrea provides easy steps and simple solutions for busy people that want to look and feel their best.

The topics of health, nutrition, stress management and productivity are especially relevant to the success of your workplace. Health and Nutrition have a direct impact on health benefit costs, employee absenteeism, safety concerns and lost productivity. Andrea Holwegner teaches audience members how to become healthier, happier, less stressed and more productive by sharing her knowledge and expertise on increasing health and nutrition awareness.

 

Peak performance expert Andrew Haley has had his share of ups and downs. As a child Andrew had cancer twice and each time was given a 35% chance to survive. Even though he lost part of his right leg, Andrew never let it dictate his life. He is a living reminder that no matter what negative things may happen in your life, you can always try and turn it into something positive. Take control of your life and always try to learn and be better next time. We each have the power to be AMAZING. The only question is, are you ready to take it to the next level? Every audience can expect a powerful experience based on Andrew’s life and experiences. A talk that is tailored to each and every client.

Andrew’s real and inspiring views cover three decades of real-life in-the-trenches sport and personal experience. Andrew Haley appreciates and shares with his audience that being a champion and turning pressure into performance is a moment-to-moment choice and is able to relate and inspire each listener that success is more than title, tenure or position. Excellence is for everyone, everyday. It’s how we should live our life.

In his presentations, Hayley’s fusion of real-life stories and his conversational techniques connect with his audience at an intimate, intense and individual level. Andrew is a former world class World Record setting Paralympic swimmer having won, among other competitions, gold medals at the 1998 World Championships and the 2000 Paralympic games. Andrew Haley has served as his swim team’s captain and is a recognized leader in Paralympic sport. He continues to work with the best and brightest in the performance excellence field. In 2015, Andrew Haley was inducted into Swimming Canada’s Circle of Excellence and the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame. He is also a successful businessman who works for the Toronto Blue Jays. He continues to work with the best and brightest in the performance excellence field.

Andrew Haley also finds time to give back to his community. He is involved with the charity RIGHT TO PLAY and also visits schools in Ontario and his native Nova Scotia. In addition, he volunteers his time working with AthletesCAN, a national group that supports athletes. He looks forward to partnering with you in the future. Some companies that have partnered with Andrew include: HSBC, Re/Max, Manulife, Teva Pharmaceuticals, National Bank, Sun Life,

Ontario Ministry of Energy, Childhood Cancer Society, Xerox Canada, Four Seasons Hotel, and various conference to name a few.

Anthony Johnson, a self-proclaimed spiritual nomad, is an artist, poet, photographer, cultural documentarian, public speaker, and a strategic analyst whose mission in life is to explore the beauty of the Earth and its inhabitants. A proud Dine (Navajo) man who was born and raised on the Navajo Nation, he’s lived in many cities across Turtle Island and even had a short stint in Shanghai, China. After graduating from Harvard University in 2009 with a Bachelors Degree in Economics and Social Anthropology of East Asia, he has worked in the tech industry, fashion world, and project consulting.

Back home Anthony Johnson regularly did odd jobs for individuals in his community and volunteered wherever he could. Johnson’s community has an unemployment rate of 50% which sparked frustration for him, as it was hard for him to visualize a future as it would be nearly impossible for him to be able to make a good life on his reserve. In dedicating his time volunteering and doing odd jobs in his community, Johnson learned that he had a strong will to help others through human connection. He realized the power of making someone smile, giving them hope and to advocate for people who faced similar problems. That’s where he found the highest value for himself. This led Johnson down a new path of restoration with a passion to make real change in each other which will then change systems and social structures that promote inequality.

His move to Treaty 6 Territory in Edmonton, Alberta marked the beginning of the newest chapter in his life when he wed his husband, Dr. James Makokis while running the BMO Harris Vancouver Marathon in 2017. The married couple then represented the LGBTQ2 community as the first Two-Spirit Team (Team Ahkameyimok) on AMAZING RACE CANADA. They faced many obstacles during the season, escaping elimination on three separate occasions. Their resilience, teamwork and communication improved episode after episode and they’re “never give up” attitude showed the world the inner strength of Two-Spirit resilience. The season was the most-watched season in Canada and they had the world talking about their triumphs and their cause bringing awareness through their advocacy for Two-Spirit, LGBTQ2 and First Nation issues the mainstream culture.

Anthony Johnson’s story is one of hope, overcoming adversity and activism. He represents the unfortunate realities of race and gender segregation and offers insights on individuals, families and friends that can help break down inner thought processes to treat others with respect, love and offer support. He is passionate to bring awareness to the importance to abolish social constructions and systematic segregation and to replace it with equality. Johnson is regularly involved with activism, community engagement and is passionate in teaching others and promoting wellness, resilience and hope for everyone he comes in touch with. His customized presentations are often presented with his partner Dr. James Makokis. His story, education, and he are passionate to inspire and create real change through all forms and types of interactions.