“I work with a lot of speakers every year, and I think I have a pretty good read on who some of the current and rising stars are. Shola is high on that list!
For IAMC’s recent annual Fall Forum, he was slated in the difficult closing general session, where attendees are tired and ready to go home, and he became a shining star within a very strong keynote line-up. His content is strong and touching; his delivery is polished and professional. In short, he provided exactly what I look for in a speaker: inspiration, information and engagement. IAMC members left our closing session buzzing, which is always the goal but not always easy to achieve.
On top of that, he is simply a good human and the epitome of professional. He was delightful to work with – interested in IAMC and its members, personable and polished. (I know I keep using those words, but there is no other way to describe his standout demeanor, knowledge and delivery.)
In short, he both made my job easier and made IAMC look good to its members. Overall, Shola and his keynote were homeruns for me and for IAMC.” – Rya Hazelwood, Senior Director of Communications and Marketing at Industrial Asset Management Council
