Phil Hansen

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Internationally Recognized Multimedia Artist, Author, and Innovator

    TED Speakers
    Creativity

    Phil Hansen: Biography at a Glance

    • As an art student, Phil Hansen's intense style of pointillism led to a tremor in his hand and a diagnosis of nerve damage. Devastated, he dropped out and lost his way, until a neurologist suggested he "embrace the shake". This piece of advice put Phil on a quest to invent different approaches to making art by embracing personal and universal limitations.
    • Phil’s ability to draw art parallels to the corporate world has lead to speaking at events such as the Adobe MAX Creativity Conference, World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, and the Million Dollar Round Table.
    • “Embrace the Shake” applies to every aspect of our lives. Phil’s ability to break down a complicated idea and make it relatable to everyday challenges will help you embrace whatever shakes you are facing, big or small, and business or personal. It’s a life-changing lesson.

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    Referred to by his fans as “the Artist for the People”, Phil Hansen is an internationally recognized multimedia artist, speaker, author and innovator -- at the forefront of bringing art to a wider audience. Crashing irreverently through conventional boundaries, Phil works at the intersection of traditional art, electronic media, offbeat materials, and interactive experiences. He is most widely known for his meta-art, videos that document the creation process (sometimes even through destruction), showing millions that art is action, not just result. Hansen's work also extends deeply into traditional media with features on the Discovery Channel, Good Morning America, the Rachael Ray Show, Last Call with Carson Daly, Glamour and many more. His work is sought-after by many influential clients including the Grammy Awards, Disney, Skype, Mazda and the Rockefeller Foundation.

    For the tens of millions who have seen Phil’s art on TV and online, it’s hard to imagine that his artistic journey nearly came to an end when a tremor developed in his drawing hand. In exploring new ways to create art, Phil discovered that by embracing his shake, limitations could become the passageway to creativity.

    His inspirational story was first shared on the TED stage to a standing ovation, and then shared around the world including on PBS, BBC and CCTV. Now, Phil’s ability to draw parallels to the business setting has won him followers among industry and business leaders, leading to invitations to speak at the TED2013 conference, Adobe MAX Creativity Conference, World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, and the Million Dollar Round Table. “Phil’s message of self-reinvention and the power of transforming adversity into opportunity is one that translates well across audiences—regardless of the industry. His message inspires, motivates and re-energizes the creative spirit in us all.” - Ford Motor Company

    At the request of some of his speaking clients, Phil has designed a unique art experience beyond the talk. Companies who are seeking an unforgettable interactive experience for their audience are absolutely stunned by its originality, value and effect. "A number of years ago at our sales meeting we had a very expensive performance painter present. I can say that the impact of Phil’s talk with the fingerprint art project provided much more impact and value. Being able to connect all employees to a single work of art is absolutely incredible." - Bethany Quam, General Mills President, Convenience & Foodservice Division 

    Besides speaking and doing art, Phil is an advocate for advancing art education. He’s the author of Tattoo a Banana, a guide to exploring creativity through art with everyday materials. And he’s the founder of Goodbye-Art Academy, providing high quality and free art education videos to teachers and students everywhere.

    “We need to first be limited in order to become limitless.” - Phil Hansen

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    Embrace the Shake: Transforming Limitations into Opportunitiesarrow-down

    Success, especially in today’s fast-changing business environment, depends on our ability to make "creativity and innovation" a continuous process. Leaders want to know how their teams can rise above any challenge and succeed no matter what comes their way. Whether it’s to embrace change, overcome obstacles, sustain growth, or take your success to the next level, they want to “Embrace the Shake”.

    The term “Embrace the Shake” is coined from Artist Phil Hansen’s personal story of transformation. After developing a career-ending tremor in his drawing hand, Phil embraced his “shake” both physically and metaphorically by redefining his limitation as an impetus for creativity. Phil not only restored his artistic abilities, he became a much more creative and innovative artist than ever before. Upon sharing his message on the TED stage and millions subsequently after, “Embrace the Shake” has become a motto for many businesses to approach their limitations in a new way.

    Phil’s powerful message of finding creativity within limitations will inspire you to stop looking on the outside, and start looking inside yourself for resources that can transform your challenges into opportunities for success. And like Phil’s art, “Embrace the shake” isn’t just a talk, it’s an experience! Through jaw-dropping visuals and LIVE interactive art, get ready to break preconceived assumptions, activate your creative capacity, and bring fresh ways of viewing the task at hand that will culminate with success.

    Are you ready to Embrace your Shake?

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    Phil Hansen offered our sales team an uncommon, uncharacteristic and unexpected twist on traditional meeting presentations. His message was innovative, imaginative, and left us wanting more!

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    Is Phil Hansen available for virtual speaking events?

    Yes, Phil Hansen speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.

    Phil Hansen's virtual event options:
    • Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
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    • Pre-recorded presentations

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    Book Phil Hansen for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Phil Hansen customizes content for any audience size or event type.

    Event types:
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    Phil Hansen engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.

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    Check Phil Hansen's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).

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    • 2-3 months: Good availability
    • 1-2 months: Select availability
    • Under 30 days: Limited availability

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    Will Phil Hansen speak at private events?

    Yes, Phil Hansen speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.

    Private event types:
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    • Client entertainment and VIP gatherings
    • Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
    • Private dinners and exclusive functions

    Private event benefits: Customized content, enhanced interaction, complete confidentiality, and flexible scheduling.

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    CAA Speakers responds to Phil Hansen booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.

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    • Urgent requests: Same-day priority response

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    How far in advance should I book Phil Hansen?

    Book Phil Hansen 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.

    Recommended booking timeline:
    • 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
    • 2-3 months: Good availability
    • 1-2 months: Select availability
    • Under 30 days: Limited availability

    Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.

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