Richard Hight is an internationally renowned inspirational keynote speaker who uses art during his presentations to creatively communicate positive, life-changing messages. He sets vibrant color on canvasas to create artwork right in front of the audience. As he draws the artwork is choreographed to selected pieces of music. Then, he follows this experience with a compelling
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Richard Hight is an internationally renowned inspirational keynote speaker who uses the fine arts to creatively communicate positive, life-changing messages. He is on a mission to help others find their gifts and talents. He understands that in today’s demanding and ever changing world, we face complex challenges when pursuing our dreams—he knows that many of us struggle with creating success and fulfillment in our lives because he has too.Addressing thousands every year, Richard’s keynote presentations empower us to take charge and get the results we deserve. As a masterful storyteller with a down to earth, warm and humorous style, Richard delivers the real time learning audiences value and need in order to shift perspective and create forward momentum in their own lives.His work has graced museums, corporate and private collections, and has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX networks. One thing is certain, whether before a crowd of ten or tens of thousands, Richard holds the audience spellbound.Master tools to set and achieve goals.Core principles and practices that promote growth for peak performance.Shared insights to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.A methodology for success in building on strengths.
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Speaker Programs
The Masterpiece In You (Discovering, Developing and Delivering Your Talents)
This is a keynote performance that brings art, music and the spoken word together to inspire individuals to achieve fulfillment in their personal lives and challenges organizations to implement creativity and innovation to accomplish their ...more
This is a keynote performance that brings art, music and the spoken word together to inspire individuals to achieve fulfillment in their personal lives and challenges organizations to implement creativity and innovation to accomplish their vision. Self-discovery is a journey, and each of us is always on a path of becoming. But sometimes that journey can seem dull and dreary, especially if you don't know where you're going and you can't remember where you're coming from. Richard invites the audience closer and tells his own warm, humorous version of the story of self-discovery. His life is testament to the guiding power of gifts and talents, and his presentation combines visual art, music, and the spoken word to show the audience the need to look within for light. For every part of us left to chance, there is another left to choice- and every choice, like another brushstroke, is another step in making The Masterpiece in You. ...less
Imagine That! (Creative Problem Solving and the Artist's Perspective)
"Richard skillfully stretches people's perceptions to see new possibilities and experience how their own imagination works." Successful people take advantage of emerging opportunities; successful people also seek better solutions for their ongoing challenges. In both ...more
"Richard skillfully stretches people's perceptions to see new possibilities and experience how their own imagination works." Successful people take advantage of emerging opportunities; successful people also seek better solutions for their ongoing challenges. In both cases, creativity is the crucial ingredient. Creativity requires a broader and more imaginative way of thinking, but it's open to all and it can help anyone, whether they're a student, a businessperson, or anything in between. And creativity isn't just for fancy projects- it's for everyday life! Whether your audience needs motivation, inspiration, ideas, or solutions, Imagine That! will put the power right back in their hands. There is an artist in each and every one of them that will make them better at what they do, if only they have the will to imagine. ...less
Applied Imagination (Leading From An Artists Perspective)
Everyone has an idea, but not everyone makes their idea come to life. Following through and bringing an idea to fruition is the hardest part- and it's what separates the leaders from the rest of ...more
Everyone has an idea, but not everyone makes their idea come to life. Following through and bringing an idea to fruition is the hardest part- and it's what separates the leaders from the rest of the pack. The source of ideas, we call Imagination; the drive to make them real, we call Applied Imagination. This keynote shares the teachings of leaders and peak performers who applied themselves, who stuck to their idea and used it to make a difference in the world. As much as Applied Imagination is a parable of persistence, it is also a lesson in thinking outside of the box, changing the game, and choosing to lead. Your idea is waiting- apply today! ...less
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