Michel Neray

Michel Neray is a dynamic keynote speaker and branding specialist who understands the power of stories. Stories are the basis of leadership, coaching, influence, teaching, sales, and team culture. From ancient times to the present, stories have been used to pass on values, make sense of the world, and effect change. Today, they are key to influencing customers, teams, and larger audiences.

However, there's a significant difference between stories that merely entertain and those strategically crafted to change a listener’s behavior or belief. Integrating techniques from NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), classic storytelling, stand-up comedy, improv, acting, and professional speaking, Neray helps participants develop stories designed to educate, motivate, inspire, and influence team members, customers, and audiences. His workshops, such as "From Case Studies to Case 'Stories'!" and keynotes like "Sales Telepathy" and "The 4 Stories that Every Business Needs," teach how to transform bland case studies into engaging stories and how to communicate strategically to meet clients' needs effectively.

Neray has a BSc from the University of Waterloo and an MBA from McGill University. He is an award-winning advertising copywriter, musician, and professional motivational speaker. He brings a diverse background to generate exciting outcomes for his clients. He founded Portfolios Online in 1995, pioneering the world’s first Internet search engine for advertising and creative professionals. He co-authored "The Great Crossover," featured on Jack Canfield’s Achiever’s Recommended Reading List. His techniques have helped clients significantly increase their sales and brand recognition.

A naturally dynamic, fun and engaging speaker, Neray has held various leadership positions in the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers since 2008 and has delivered speeches in more than nine countries. He also teaches the physiological and psychological effects of storytelling in business contexts, underlining the importance of personal stories in leadership and more.

Additionally, Neray is an accomplished singer-songwriter with a collection of singles and a full-length album available on major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Many of his songs are 'story songs,' which he often performs as part of his presentations, demonstrating how core elements of stories are intrinsic to all storytelling. This integration of music not only enhances the educational aspect of his presentations but also contributes to the overall entertainment value of the event.