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Christine Cashen

Award-Winning Speaker Who Sparks Innovative Ideas to Handle Conflict, Reduce Stress & Energize

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Biography

Fasten your seatbelt and enjoy the ride! Christine Cashen delivers a fast-paced, hilarious program with useful content that makes her a sought after speaker worldwide. For more than 15 years, she has jazzed an amazing variety of audiences throughout the United States, Canada, South Africa and Australia. Christine is an authority on sparking innovative ideas, handling conflict, reducing stress and energizing employees. Before hitting the speaking scene, Christine was a university admissions officer, corporate trainer and broadcaster. Hey — she even votes. Christine holds a Bachelors Degree in Communication and a Masters Degree in Adult Education. She is a member of the National Speakers Association and is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP). In 2014, Christine was inducted into the National Speakers Association, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame®, Admission into the CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame is a lifetime award for speaking excellence and professionalism. In 2016, she received an honorary doctorate degree from Central Michigan University. What makes her unique is the “real” factor. Whether talking about her “hottie engineer” husband, her pet peeves or growing up in an Italian/Irish household, audiences always relate to her experiences, struggles and lessons. She combines a down-to-earth attitude with a colorful artistic streak. Comments such as “I feel like I’ve known her forever,” “we must take her back to our workplace” and “it felt as if Christine was speaking directly to me,” are a testament to her effectiveness and style. Christine is the author of The Good Stuff: Quips & Tips on Life, Love, Work and Happiness, which was named motivational book of the year by the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. She has also been featured as a creativity expert in HOW Designs at Work magazine. Her learning resources also include: Get What You Want With What You’ve Got DVD, The Fun Factor DVD, The Good Stuff CD Audio Book and Why Can’t Everybody Just Get Along CD.

Speech Topics

  • Why Brainstorm When You Can Brain Hurricane!

    Are you tired of a drizzly brainstorm when you could have a Brain Hurricane? Say goodbye to creative blocks and hello to great ideas in half the time! Christine has tools to boost group morale, relieve workplace tension, and get your productivity to storm status. You’ll learn how to wake up your innovative brain and mindmap the way to your subconscious in this interaction session. Plus, the “what if” game, will generate so many ideas, you’ll need a bigger boat! Discover how to create a creative climate, handle time stealers, and solve problems quickly. Get ready to have a Brain Hurricane and make it rain with amazing ideas!

  • Why Can't Everybody Just Get Along?

    With her incredibly humorous and relatable style, Christine gives you the tools to identify, understand and approach conflict creatively. Your audience will discover the secrets to defuse anyone in any situation, blow off steam before you boil over, and bring peace to all across the land. Christine’s conflict and teamwork program is a wonderful interactive break-out session, sure to help your group identify, understand and approach conflict creatively.

  • How to Stay Inspired When You’re So Darn Tired!

    Get ready to feel inspired and energized with Christine’s presentation! Learn to “Compose and Dispose” of worry like a boss and figure out what really gives you energy (spoiler alert: it’s not just that double-shot latte). With tips to leverage levity, you’ll be leading by example and inspiring others in no time. Get your groove back with tips to “flip the script” and choose your emotional state. You’ll leave feeling charged up and motivated to work your magic in both your personal and professional life. So don’t miss out on these creative and fun ideas that will help you be less tired and ready to rock every single day!

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  • How can I check Christine Cashen's availability or request a quote?
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  • What is Christine Cashen's speaking fee?
    The typical range for Christine Cashen's speaking fee is $10,000–$15,000. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Christine Cashen to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.
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