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Mike's Speaker Reel
TEDx by Mike Acker
5 Mins of Essential Leadership
Mike at Author Advantage Live
ABOUT Mike Acker
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Seahawks Family
Community Leader
Author & Co-Author
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Disney Dad
Mike Acker is a keynote speaker, author, executive, and communication coach with over twenty years of speaking, leadership development, and organizational management experience.
Beyond corporate training, Mike engages in his local community as a Seattle TedX speaker coach and works with international agencies to provide relief amidst poverty.
Mike also enjoys wake surfing, skiing, Disney trips, church, building Legos with his son Paxton, and going on dates with his wife Taylor. No matter if he is bringing out the best in audience, playing with family or connecting with friends, Mike Acker practices being present.
Mike believes in the power of prayer, exercise, journaling, and real community to counter the stresses of everyday life.
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Prentice Dupins,
1410 Media Group
Executive Producer
The strategies Mike shared have been simple to understand, easy to engage, and yet profound in their impact.
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Tiffany Gillota,
Human Resources Manager
Mike Acker lead a workshop on communication and worked with the executive team to improve their effectiveness. His expertise, setup, and skill furthered the growth of the participants.
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Matthias Olt,
B+H Architects Design Director
Mike converts his broad world view, deep understanding of humanity, and the ability to cut a path through unknown and ambiguous areas to develop communication and content strategies that are inspiring, intentional, and concise.
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Kristina Paider,
The Hollywood Approach
Mike's warm and generous style makes guests and listeners feel at ease.
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Steve Bode,
PaintCraft
CEO
Mike’s speaking and coaching have become an integral part of my business’ growth.