Craig Zablocki
Making a profound difference for nearly three decades, speaker Craig Zablocki has addressed well over one million people internationally, in all 50 states, and across industries. With a heart for healthcare professionals, Craig’s captivating message has significantly impacted the healthcare arena. From frontline caregiver, to hospital administrators and medical researchers, Craig’s authentic, highly engaging approach will serve to draw out the highest in each person, challenge them to see where they hold back.
Craig’s programs have been characterized as “Simple Wisdom Wrapped in Humor”
Craig’s work with hundreds of healthcare groups and organizations includes the Mayo Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, National Association of State Veteran Homes Administrators, dozens of state long-term healthcare associations, numerous discipline-specific organizations, Oncology Nursing Certification Organization’s National Conferences., National WIC and numerous state WICs, behavioral health, biomedicine, DNV-GL (hospital accreditation), many nursing associations (Oncology, Pediatrics, perioperative…), and social worker associations. The CA Association of Health Facilities and many others, cite Craig as “the best speaker they’ve ever had”. As a returning, full-day leadership trainer to the Medical University of S.C., College of Pharmacy, Craig has impacted multiple classes of pharmacists.
Craig was voted (twice) in the top 2% of the best 150 speakers in the U.S. by the National Society of Human Resource Managers (14,000 voting members across industries).
Check out Craig’s book, Improv 101, Unleashing Your Creative Spirit, written to help build relations in meetings/gatherings.
Making a profound difference for nearly three decades, speaker Craig Zablocki has addressed well over one million people internationally, in all 50 states, and across industries. With a heart for healthcare professionals, Craig’s captivating message has significantly impacted the healthcare arena. From frontline caregiver, to hospital administrators and medical researchers, Craig’s authentic, highly engaging approach will serve to draw out the highest in each person, challenge them to see where they hold back.
Craig’s programs have been characterized as “Simple Wisdom Wrapped in Humor”
Craig’s work with hundreds of healthcare groups and organizations includes the Mayo Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, National Association of State Veteran Homes Administrators, dozens of state long-term healthcare associations, numerous discipline-specific organizations, Oncology Nursing Certification Organization’s National Conferences., National WIC and numerous state WICs, behavioral health, biomedicine, DNV-GL (hospital accreditation), many nursing associations (Oncology, Pediatrics, perioperative…), and social worker associations. The CA Association of Health Facilities and many others, cite Craig as “the best speaker they’ve ever had”. As a returning, full-day leadership trainer to the Medical University of S.C., College of Pharmacy, Craig has impacted multiple classes of pharmacists.
Craig was voted (twice) in the top 2% of the best 150 speakers in the U.S. by the National Society of Human Resource Managers (14,000 voting members across industries).
Check out Craig’s book, Improv 101, Unleashing Your Creative Spirit, written to help build relations in meetings/gatherings.
Keynote Session - August 31, 2023 │8:30 am
The Intelligence of Fun
People have different ideas about what 'fun" is. Yet, all organizations know that feeling part of a team is fun. A state of openness and connection is fun, and the joy of a collaborative spirit is contagious, whether you are an introvert or extrovert, the medical director at your facility, or certified nurse assistant. Everyone loves the “Aha” moments when solutions to problems come into view. The Intelligence of Fun unlocks the keys to seeing solutions to problems as fun – being solution-minded and not problem-focused. A thriving future includes taking ourselves lightly and our mission seriously.
Craig brings a strong element of both relevance and levity. In his non-power pointed and highly interactive style, he will challenge attendees to identify where they hold back, to own their greatness, and to experience what it feels like to lean into new possibilities. Expect to have a roaring good time with Craig as you explore the secrets to a thriving future.
Learning Objectives:
The Intelligence of Fun
People have different ideas about what 'fun" is. Yet, all organizations know that feeling part of a team is fun. A state of openness and connection is fun, and the joy of a collaborative spirit is contagious, whether you are an introvert or extrovert, the medical director at your facility, or certified nurse assistant. Everyone loves the “Aha” moments when solutions to problems come into view. The Intelligence of Fun unlocks the keys to seeing solutions to problems as fun – being solution-minded and not problem-focused. A thriving future includes taking ourselves lightly and our mission seriously.
Craig brings a strong element of both relevance and levity. In his non-power pointed and highly interactive style, he will challenge attendees to identify where they hold back, to own their greatness, and to experience what it feels like to lean into new possibilities. Expect to have a roaring good time with Craig as you explore the secrets to a thriving future.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore the role of fresh perspectives to invigorate your work setting and your team.
- Experience the value of humor and fun in moving us beyond our own blind spots
- Discover a new level of resilience and enthusiasm within your purpose
- Increase an emphasis on being solution-minded, instead of problem-focused.
Bonus Breakout Session - August 31, 2023 │10:20 am
Improv 101 for Healthcare
Let’s face it, Healthcare must remain flexible, cutting edge and all about the people! A culture where people bring fresh perspectives and, yes, a “playful spirit” to their work and those they serve. What is required? Here’s what attendees will leave with a:
• Mindset that is open and creative.
• Greater capacity to create creative collaboration at work.
• Ability to take oneself lightly, while taking one’s task seriously.
• Experience of authentic communication.
• An unleashed spirit of adventure.
Guess what? These are basic principles of Improvisation, and they have a ton to offer those who work in health care. Expect to be challenged through this experiential keynote that promises to be fun, memorable, meaningful and applicable.
Improv 101 for Healthcare
Let’s face it, Healthcare must remain flexible, cutting edge and all about the people! A culture where people bring fresh perspectives and, yes, a “playful spirit” to their work and those they serve. What is required? Here’s what attendees will leave with a:
• Mindset that is open and creative.
• Greater capacity to create creative collaboration at work.
• Ability to take oneself lightly, while taking one’s task seriously.
• Experience of authentic communication.
• An unleashed spirit of adventure.
Guess what? These are basic principles of Improvisation, and they have a ton to offer those who work in health care. Expect to be challenged through this experiential keynote that promises to be fun, memorable, meaningful and applicable.
