Motivational Speakers

Eleni is fueled by a passion for performing, and a desire to move, motivate and inspire others - especially women-- into being wholly and vibrantly themselves. With over 20 years performing experience as a professional actress of the stage and screen and as a nationally touring and recording singer and songwriter, Eleni brings a unique theatrical flair to her flagship Musical Motivational Keynote Program, TOUCH THE SKY.

"As a six foot tall actress who didn't quite fit the traditional female stereotype," says Eleni, "I spent years struggling to somehow make myself smaller so that other people could feel bigger. It finally dawned one me that I was focusing on what I wasn't instead of what I was. From that moment on, I made it my mission to be as fully myself as I could be... and to use my performing abilities to bring that message to others. By reminding people to stay passionately connected to what makes them unique, in spite of change or challenge, I encourage them to stand out and lead the way for others do to the same."

TOUCH THE SKY is an unusual hybrid of original stories and songs, that showcase Eleni's passion, presence and wisdom, as well as her performing abilities. The TOUCH THE SKY! flagship program can be delivered as an opening, lunchtime or closing keynote, from 30-60 minutes in length. TOUCH THE SKY! --or any of its sub-title options - can be also be accompanied by, or delivered as, a breakout session or training from one hour to a full day's length.

The daughter of a career diplomat, Eleni spent the first fifteen years of her life living in Paris, Rome and Israel. She completed a double major in Theatre Arts and Semiotics from Brown University. A two -time finalist in the prestigious Kerrville Festival New Folk songwriter competition, Eleni has released three CDs through her own label, EEK! records. Additionally, Under the auspices of SPEEK (Speaking Powerfully and Effectively, with Eleni Kelakos), Eleni is a respected executive speech coach and presentation specialist. She is a member of the National Speakers Association, the Actor's Equity Association, the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Radio and Television Artists and Television Artists."