Erik Wahl, creative genius and graffiti artist, combines art with business to make the world a better place. As the best-selling author of The Spark and The Grind, his inspiring perspective on creativity resonates with audiences, teaching them the power of innovation. A personality that exudes a passion for his work, Erik’s anecdotes are as colourful as his art. He engages guests with his warm and approachable persona, signature traits that set Erik apart on the speaking circuit.
Since first picking up a spray paint can, Erik experimented with ways that he could grow and develop his art, an inspiring factor of his speeches. Fast forward to today, he now visits cities around the world, creating spectacles of art in various locations. Taking the experience one step further, he also posts clues for his fans to follow, producing a treasure hunt for art lovers around the world. Discussing this interactive approach to art, Erik inspires innovation in his audience, using his platform at events to promote artistic expression.
Combining his love of art with his business knowledge, Erik founded The Art of Vision, part of The Wahl Group. The consultancy company teaches managers how to unleash their team’s true potential, with unbridled creativity and innovation. Increasing productivity and improving decision making, Erik’s speeches truly transform his audience’s potential. When booked for events, Erik promotes the importance of taking that leap of faith, and exploring forms of expression to nurture mental wellbeing.
Erik has had an interest in art since he was a young boy. Despite being told that he lacked artistic talent, Erik focused his efforts on studying and went on to gain a Bachelor's degree in Art and Business from the University of San Diego. Later working in an office, and progressing to a partner of the firm, art became a distant memory for Erik. However, after ten years of hard work, he found himself going through a bad patch, and turned to art as a coping mechanism. Erik’s passion was reborn.
As a globally demanded speaker, Erik inspires people across the globe with his creative mindset, teaching audiences how to shine in their everyday lives. A globally acclaimed thinker and keynote speaker, his impressive speaking abilities have been recognised by the likes of Disney, Microsoft, FedEx, Frito Lay, Ernst & Young and many more elite brands. Whether he is raising millions of pounds with his auctions or presenting at events, Erik leaves ripples of positivity at every occasion he attends.
How to hire Erik Wahl
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Erik Wahl for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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When he is booked for events, Erik is known to discuss the following topics.
The Art of Vision - Erik supplies businesses with an insight into sustainable growth through creativity and innovation. He believes in the power of standing out, so teaches corporate audiences how branding can lead to market-dominance. Through the art of story telling, Erik unlocks his audience's creative potential.
The Art of Leadership - Connecting with leaders on a personal level, Erik relates to the struggles of constant innovation. He inspires a new way of thinking, by combining emotion with business he teaches audiences how to resonate with their target consumers. Erik discusses how to attract and maintain high-performance team members, at events.
Unthink - When booked for events, Erik promotes the valuable message that creativity is for every, single profession, not just the chosen few. His keynote speeches coax audiences out of their comfort zone, to unlock their creative potential. The perfect speaker for workplaces stuck in a rut, he can reignite a team with passion and innovation.
The Sparkle & The Grind: The Discipline of Creativity - Erik supplies an infrastructure for innovation, allowing businesses to embrace their creative potential. He believes that structure creates freedom, a driving message that sets Erik's keynote speeches apart on the circuit. If your team requires a new outlook, Erik will disrupt the status quo to inject innovation.
