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Phil Hansen

Unlock creative problem-solving with Phil Hansen, inspirational speaker, multimedia artist, and innovation specialist. Phil works with organizations to help them embrace limitations, foster resilience, and drive breakthrough thinking, delivering TED-acclaimed insights for Ford, Adobe, and more.

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Phil Hansen

Speaker Biography

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  • Multimedia artist known for his unconventional methods and materials
  • Featured on the Discovery Channel, Good Morning America, Glamour, and more
  • His TED Talk, Embrace the Shake, has been viewed over 2.5 million times
Phil Hansen is an internationally recognized multimedia artist, speaker, author, and innovator, referred to by his fans as “the Artist for the People”. Phil works at the intersection of traditional art, electronic media, offbeat materials, and interactive experiences, where he constantly defies conventional boundaries. His meta-art, with its process-focused videos (sometimes including destruction), powerfully demonstrate to millions that art is action, not just result. Phil’s work 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. Many influential clients, including the Grammy Awards, Disney, Skype, Mazda, and the Rockefeller Foundation, seek out his work. For the tens of millions who have seen Phil’s art on TV and online, it’s hard to imagine his artistic journey. His career 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, his limitations could become his passageway to creativity. Phil's inspirational story was first shared on the TED stage to a standing ovation. It reached a global audience, with PBS, BBC, and CBS among its broadcasters. Now, Phil’s ability to draw parallels to the business setting has won him followers among industry and business leaders too.

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Topics, Sessions and Talks

Embrace The Shake: Limitations To Opportunities
Phil Hansen emphasizes the importance of making creativity and innovation a continuous process in today's dynamic business landscape. His concept, "Embrace the Shake," stems from his personal journey of overcoming a near career-ending tremor, which pushed him to transforms his limitations into creative opportunities. Attendees will learn to identify and challenge preconceived assumptions about obstacles, recognize how limitations can drive creativity, and activate their internal resources for fresh perspectives. Additionally, they will engage in a collaborative art experience that reinforces teamwork and innovation.
Embrace The Shake (Virtual Program)
In his engaging virtual talk, Phil Hansen explores how limitations can fuel creativity. Using a dynamic mix of visuals and multi-camera setups, he shares his personal journey of overcoming adversity, inspiring attendees to rethink their own challenges. Participants will learn to identify preconceived assumptions that hinder success and manage change through systematic creativity. Phil's presentation is designed for both large and small teams, making it a valuable addition to any virtual conference.

Why We Recommend Booking Phil

Phil Hansen’s engaging presentations reveal how embracing limitations can spark innovation and adaptability, offering practical strategies your team can use right away. Book Phil Hansen now to inspire fresh thinking and drive creative breakthroughs in your organization.

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What topics does Phil Hansen specialise in?
Phil Hansen specialises in discussing innovation, creativity, overcoming limitations and more.
What is Phil Hansen's speaking style like?
Phil’s delivery is engaging, genuine, and inspiring. He captivates audiences with his story, creativity, and artwork, motivating people to embrace change and reigniting their creative spirit across industries.
Does Phil Hansen offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Phil Hansen offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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