Speaking Engagements

I love giving presentations that thrive on energy and connection that come from my passion for engaging an audience. I revel in the opportunity to share my knowledge, inspire others, and convey innovative ideas meaningfully and impactfully. My love for presenting is reflected in my meticulous preparation, creative storytelling approach, and charismatic delivery, which captivates listeners and drives home key messages. For me, each presentation is a performance and a chance to make a lasting impression, ignite enthusiasm, and foster connections, turning every speaking engagement into a memorable experience for my audience.

Why Creativity Matters.

This presentation shows the importance of creativity in the workplace and how it can improve a company's culture or drive new revenue. Businesses need to look no further than creativity to gain a competitive advantage. Ideas are the currency of the new economy, and this presentation will provide the creative tools to help you view the power of imagination through a new lens.

The Truth Behind Marketing.

The old rules of marketing and advertising are no longer relevant. When you consider that five thousand messages hit the average consumer daily, it's easy to see that you will live in an over-communicated world, which will likely continue.  This presentation will demystify how brands can cut through all that noise. Childs uses humor, knowledge, passion, and a profound understanding of the creative process and how it can inspire change. it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Creative Leadership.

Creativity and leadership are two sides of the same coin. Leaders today need to understand how to motivate and inspire their teams. You can't do that if you are running old leadership paradigms. The world is experiencing rapid change; all the old rules of leadership are no longer relevant. This presentation shows how creativity and leadership can work together for everyone's benefit. This talk will give you the necessary information to help you transform from ordinary to extraordinary by showing how creative leadership empowers everyone.

  • “Bill has dedicated a lifetime to putting out a great enduring product, and he has many accomplishments to prove it. There’s no ego there, and it's a true team effort every time. He understands his client's brand and needs and applies his wealth of knowledge in this field from the start of the creative concepts he delivers. Bill is extraordinarily skilled and would be an excellent addition to any creative team, project, or venture.”

    - Marty Wambold; Senior Video Producer and Editor at Lehigh Valley Health Network

  • “Bill is the missing link between creative design and message delivery. He is a highly skilled creative director passionate about driving the message with thoughtful descriptors and effective visual cues. These skills keep him a step above the other creative professionals who design without effectively delivering the message. I wouldn't think twice about working with Bill in the future on any creative project.”

    - Justin Seipel; Chief Creative Technology Architect at Big Pixel Studio

  • “Bill is a rare breed of creative director in that he is completely capable of generating great creative work, but he also is comfortable and very effective working directly with customers. He “gets” the business side of the business, and communicates well with people at all levels in your customers’ businesses. In thirty years in the advertising business, I worked with a bunch of creative directors. Most could either effectively handle the customer interaction or could generate great creative work, but not both. In fact, there were only two that I worked with that were exceptional at both ends of the business. Bill Childs has that gift.”

    - John Hayes, VP, Director Of Marketing at SolarTech (Retired)

  • “On behalf of the Pennsylvania Newspaper Association Advertising Committee, I would like to extend our sincere thanks for your participation as a speaker at the recent PNA Advertising Conference held at the Yorktowne Hotel in York, PA. Your presentation was an important contribution to the overall success of the conference.” The evaluations that we have received have been extremely complimentary. Attendees thought your presentation was enjoyable and informative.”

    - Kristin Bleiler, PNA Manager, Member Services & Meetings

  • “Bill Childs is a bold, yet humble personality - a creative force that has it all together. He talks business and brand with ease. He can make a mountain from a sliver of information and loves a challenge. He is as passionate about his community and he is about his career. I don’t think Bill considers design and marketing a job, it’s his life.”

    -Jane Heft, VP, Director Of Project Design & Corporate Branding, City Center Development Company

  • “Bill has been engaging students at DeSales University for almost 20 years. Students love his sense of humor, empathy, and inspirational presentations. Childs encourages students to take risks with their ideas and to think about things in ways they’ve never done before. Creative thinking is a key skill for the future that is often not addressed in education. Childs embodies all that is creative; he has inspired students to adapt, innovate, and tap into their amazing potential.”

    - Sue Yacapsin McGorry, Assistant Provost, DeSales University

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