Journey of Resilience & Success
Journey of Resilience & Success
Canada
Engage your audience with Kwame Osei, dynamic keynote speaker, author, and CFL alumnus, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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Simply perfect! I just cannot stop thanking you for an inspiring keynote presentation on tackling diversity and inclusion in coaching and sport. Even in a virtual format, Kwame kept everyone on the edge of their seats with his charisma, authentic storytelling, and dynamic presentation style. I would highly recommend Kwame to any group looking for an informative, energetic presenter-no matter the audience. You will not be disappointed!
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Born in Ghana and raised in a community within Toronto called Rexdale, which is known for low income housing, high drugs, violence and gang rates. Kwame’s environment created a low expectations narrative for him. Kwame’s mindset as a teen was “expect the worst and hope for the best” This perspective on life led to Kwame getting in trouble with the law.
Through sports Kwame was able to change his mindset and escape the negative narrative. Kwame’s remarkable journey from troubled youth to CFL star, educator, and EDI leader embodies resilience and perseverance.
Kwame holds two university degrees and has made significant impacts as a teacher, prison educator, and coach at Queen’s University. As the former Head of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Nikki Ray Media, Kwame has firsthand experience driving organizational change.
Book Kwame Osei for your event to provide your team with actionable insights on overcoming adversity, fostering inclusive environments, and achieving peak performance. His compelling storytelling and practical strategies make Kwame Osei booking an invaluable investment in your organization’s success.
Let Kwame Osei motivational speaker transform your team’s mindset, elevate their performance, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity and resilience. Don’t miss the opportunity to bring this inspiring speaker to your next event.
See keynotes with Kwame OseiEmbark on an inspiring journey with Kwame Osei as he shares personal stories that shed light on the transformative influence of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. With authenticity and passion, Kwame recounts his own experiences of facing the damaging effects caused by a lack of diversity and inclusion, illustrating the profound impact it had on his mental, social, and emotional well-being.
In this captivating presentation, Kwame delves into the essence of an inclusive workspace, providing a comprehensive understanding of what it entails and why it is crucial. Drawing from his own insights and experiences, he equips the audience with practical knowledge and actionable steps to foster a diverse workplace culture & workforce that cultivates cultural competence and understanding.
Kwame unveils strategies and practices that promote an inclusive culture, allowing individuals to flourish and contribute their unique strengths. Through his engaging delivery, Kwame empowers participants to embrace diversity, dismantle barriers and foster a sense of belonging for all. Kwame Osei shares his enlightening journey and learns how to create a culture that celebrates differences and welcomes everyone.
Discover the immense value of building an inclusive environment that boosts productivity, creativity, and empathy. Unlock the potential of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging within your organization, fostering an atmosphere where every individual thrives and achieves remarkable success through an inclusive, diverse & accepting environment.
Step into the captivating world of Kwame Osei as he harnesses the power of storytelling to ignite inspiration and resilience within his audience. Drawing from his own life experiences, Kwame urges participants to conquer every obstacle they encounter, embracing the belief that after stress comes success and from struggle emerges strength.
In this powerful presentation, Kwame shares his personal journey of overcoming a negative environment, defying stereotypes, and navigating life-threatening situations that could have easily derailed his path. Through his stories of triumph over adversity, he motivates and empowers others to find their passion and cultivate an environment that fuels their growth and potential.
Kwame unveils the transformative mindset that turned his obstacles into triumphs and leads into gold. With unwavering determination and a profound understanding of personal transformation, he guides his audience to tap into their inner strength and rise above the challenges they face.
Prepare to be inspired as Kwame imparts invaluable lessons on finding purpose, creating resilience, and embracing the right environment for personal growth. Through his engaging delivery and relatable anecdotes, he encourages individuals to seize control of their own narratives and shape their destinies.
Discover the secrets to transforming adversity into triumph and unlock the untapped potential within you to embrace the journey of personal growth and witness the extraordinary transformation that awaits.
In this impactful presentation, Kwame Osei bravely shares his own mental health journey, shedding light on the importance of prioritizing mental well-being. With a compassionate understanding of the impact of traumatic experiences, Kwame equips his audience with practical tools to support their mental health. Kwame recognizes the prevalence of silent battles with anxiety, stress, and depression in our society.
With heartfelt conviction, he emphasizes the critical need for individuals to have someone to talk to, as the silence surrounding mental health struggles can be the most detrimental. Kwame aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and dismantle the stereotypes that have deceived us. He offers solutions for individuals on how to better manage themselves and their peers amidst any crisis.
Kwame Osei opens a conversation about mental health, providing a safe and supportive space for his audience to address their own struggles from an unbiased, real and relatable perspective. Through his empathetic approach, he encourages individuals to prioritize their mental well-being, offering actionable strategies and resources to nurture their mental health. He brings attention to the necessary actions and mindsets we can take to transform mental health and prioritize it in our lives.
Through a preventative approach, break the silence, remove the stigma, and create a society that values and supports mental well-being. Take the first step toward a healthier and happier future by prioritizing your mental health to reduce the negative impacts it causes in our life.
Delve into the transformative realms of mentorship, leadership, and the profound impact of role models in this captivating presentation by Kwame Osei. With a wealth of experience and insights, Kwame explores the interconnectedness of these three pillars and their potential to shape lives and ignite positive change.
Through engaging storytelling and personal anecdotes, Kwame shares the importance of mentorship in guiding individuals toward their full potential. He highlights the influential role that strong leadership plays in fostering growth and empowering others to excel.
Discover the incredible potential within mentorship, leadership, and the power of role models to shape lives and ignite positive change. Kwame Osei explores the profound connections between mentorship, leadership, and role models.
Gain practical insights on how to become a mentor, cultivate effective leadership skills, and embody the qualities that make you an inspiring role model to those around you.
Kwame emphasizes the impact that positive examples can have on inspiring individuals to overcome challenges and achieve greatness. He explores the qualities that make a remarkable role model and how each of us can step into that influential position.
Some people talk, Kwame speaks! You can feel an energy captivate the room when Kwame holds the mic. He is an articulate and eloquent, yet powerful storyteller that commands the audience to be fully submerged in the story. I have worked with Kwame for years and heard him speak countless times. To this day I will still stop what I’m doing during any event to give my full attention to the powerful words of positively and hope that permeate the audience. I have hired many powerful speakers over the years and Kwame Osei tops that list with ease.
Dylan Elias
Kwame was an incredible speaker and guest during our high school Black Brilliance assembly! Before he came, he and I had a meeting where we discussed the audience and what we were looking for as far as messaging. He was open to ideas and catered the talk to our specific needs. The day of the talk, he came to our school and spoke to a gym full of about 1000 students - a task that is challenging to the most practiced speaker - and he held their attention for over an hour. He engaged every student in the audience and made everyone feel like they had a part to play in supporting equity and inclusion. After the assembly, he spent over an hour with a group of our racialized students, getting to know them and listening to their experiences. He took time to really hear them and offer ideas and suggestions. The students loved hearing him speak and getting to know him on a more personal level. They don't often see their experiences reflected in our building, so this was a powerful opportunity for them. Kwame was inspiring, engaging, and we would love to have him back again.
Sheila Fraser
My club, the Queen's University Black Academic Society, had the absolute privilege of booking and being blessed to learn of and reflect on the motivational stories and messages that Kwame had to share, at an annual conference that we hold at the University. Every head in the building was locked on Kwame for the entire message, and every eyeball in the room grew wider and wider with focus and anticipation for the gems that he would drop next. Even at his young age, Kwame has lived an extremely interesting life and has both failed, been challenged, and overcame a number of times. He accounts for every failure and challenge along his journey, as he makes clear that they are the opportunities in life to pivot and elevate. Kwame's vast success is due to his unique perspective in life, and the passion and energy with which he shares that perspective make it impossible not to internalize. I know Kwame made an impact on myself and my cohort and we look forward to inviting him to events in the future.
Rasheed Tucker
North Island College had the pleasure of hosting Kwame for a virtual talk where he shared his thoughts and experiences related to the Power of Choice. Kwame’s outgoing and energetic presence made for an engaging event and provided the NIC community with a much needed boost of hope during these uncertain times. Kwame’s use of storytelling to convey his message of adapting to change is captivating.
Dean Martin
Kwame spoke to employees of Library and Archives Canada on Diversity and Inclusion in March 2021. From our first meeting, I notice that he was invested in the subject and easy to work with in order to plan and ensure the success of our conference. He is sincere, humble and approachable. Kwame captivated our audience with his inspiring words and stories, as well as his passion and energy. We could have listened to him all day! Thank you Kwame!
Rachel Amyot
Simply perfect! I just cannot stop thanking you for an inspiring keynote presentation on tackling diversity and inclusion in coaching and sport. Even in a virtual format, Kwame kept everyone on the edge of their seats with his charisma, authentic storytelling, and dynamic presentation style. I would highly recommend Kwame to any group looking for an informative, energetic presenter-no matter the audience. You will not be disappointed!
Eric McLoughlin
Captivating and charismatic, Kwame inspires and empowers people to become the very best versions of themselves. Through storytelling, humour and personal connection, he demonstrates the perfect balance between positive enthusiasm and calming reassurance that we are all capable of greatness.
Deanna Metro
On behalf of our planning and organizing committee and staff, we would like to thank you for an amazing keynote presentation and have already been receiving some positive feedback. Your passion and message in your delivery definitely resonated with our staff and we are grateful to have had you as part of our Mental Health Conversations series.
Ian Wong
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