Australian born Theresa Behenna is an award winning motivational speaker, internationally acclaimed entertainer (who is paid NOT to sing) author, emcee, recording artist and totally unrelated to Olivia Newton John. Laid off from her office job during a recession Down Under, Theresa began playing piano anywhere that paid money or free food and ended up touring the world. Armed with a positive attitude, a passion for performance and thirty one evening dresses, she has appeared in some of the world's most prestigious venues before celebrities such as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Matt Lauer, Elton John, Princess Grace, 'James Bond' and President Bush. In 2006 Coca Cola chose her to perform at the Winter Olympics in Italy where she became the world's only pianist to bring back a gold medal. (No kidding, she has photos!)
After moving to Texas, Theresa combined her background as a secretary, musician and business owner with popular songs, Aussie humor and a motivational message that launched her speaking business. Using mastery of the piano as parallel principles for success, she has inspired, entertained and motivated thousands of people at conferences and meetings throughout the country. With a firm belief that "great leadership starts with self leadership" Theresa's compelling stories and practical strategies help audiences reach their own level of extraordinary performance to live and work better.
Her universal appeal has resulted in a wide range of clients from the health care industry to real estate, women's groups to credit unions, educators to the energy field, associations and corporate giants like British Petroleum that wrote (before the spill): "You really connected with our group of senior managers at an emotional level and made a lasting impression. I particularly liked that you tailored your work to our needs for our mastery training event. Many commented on your amazing piano skills!" (Obviously they need a teensy more training in other areas...?)
As a professional member of the National Speakers Association, Theresa won the John Wolfe Award for speaking excellence in 2007. A contributing author to the anthology "Rekindling the Human Spirit", she's written numerous articles, way cool blogs and currently writes a fun 'n' fab newsletter that puts a smile in the day of many. Her top selling piano CD "Songs for Friends" was recorded in 2001 with a second album soon to be released.
Theresa resides in Houston where she has yet to sound like a native Texan. She is single (but hopeful) with no children, no pets, no worries.
NEW TOPIC!
Extraordinary Performance: The New Norm for Tough Times
In today's global workforce and challenging economy there is no room for mediocre skills. With four generations in the workplace and more people competing for fewer jobs excellence is no longer an option - it's essential. As a world class performer Theresa helps people discover what it takes to become a peak performance leader using the same principles she applied to master the piano that landed her at the 2006 Winter Olympics. Audiences are reminded that anything is possible with passion and persistence using the right tools. Oh wait...they'll laugh too because Theresa is down right funny in a down under way. Her Aussie humor engages and delights, her music amazes and entertains, her enthralling stories motivate, inspire, uplift and inform, resulting in an unforgettable event!
Take away value includes:
- How to be invaluable to your boss, your organization, your customers
- How to increase productivity
- How to profit from changing times
- How to gain new perspectives on old issues to make changes that work
- How to improve teamwork
- The common success secret of rock stars & billionaires
Change your Tune, Change your Life!
This motivational keynote has audiences laughing out loud, clapping along to live music and listening spellbound to personal stories as they gain hope for the future, encouragement to pursue goals and inspiration about new opportunities within changing times.
Theresa shares life changing lessons that began with being laid off from an office job to playing the piano around the world and meeting celebrities. Morale is boosted, energy is high and stress eliminated as attendees experience first hand the dynamic power of music that positively influences their mood and behavior. Minds are opened to embrace innovative ideas and discover how tough times can be the catalyst for successful change.
Whoever Thinks Talk is Cheap Needs to Hear This
Common Communications to Achieve Uncommon Goals
This entertaining program addresses the benefits of choosing the right words to get great results. Using funny stories and many years experience as a small business owner, Theresa outlines how success begins with having the right attitude.
Theresa puts a fresh spin on an old topic using her unique brand of Aussie humor that helps people discover the power and profit of everyday words. Audiences learn how to boost productivity, build better relationships, achieve goals and improve workplace and living environments through smarter communications.
ALL PRESENTATIONS ARE CUSTOMIZED TO ADDRESS YOUR NEEDS AND EVENT THEME
Theresa is a perfect fit for:
KICKOFF/CLOSING CONFERENCES * WOMEN'S GROUPS * CONVENTIONS
EMCEE * AFTER DINNER
AWARDS/APPRECIATION PROGRAMS
RETREATS * SYMPOSIUMS * STAFF DEVELOPMENT EVENTS
ASSOCIATION MEETINGS * CORPORATE ANNUAL MEETINGS
Anywhere you need something fresh, funny & unforgettable!
