Links

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• Promotional Material
• Sample Video
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Sample Performance List

Colleges

Ashland University
Bowling Green State Univ.
Baldwin Wallace College
University of Alabama
The University of Akron Youngstown State University Shawnee State University Kent State University Mercyhurst College
College of Wooster
Lorain Community College WV Univ at Parkersburg University of Pittsburgh Illinois State University
Indiana University Southeast
Lake Erie College
Bluffton College
Cleveland State University
Defiance College
Denison University
Univ. of Louisiana at Monroe
Millsaps College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott Campus
University of Mary
San Diego State University
Valley City State University
Mt. Union College
The Univ. of Texas at Tyler
Ursuline College
University of Scranton

Corporate and Private

Ohio S.A.D.D. Akron Children’s Hospital Akron Health Department Akron Community Health Center - Camp PANDA Air Force Recruiters Convention Hurricane –Cultural Relief Project for Hurricane Andrew Akron Masonic Temple Akron Jewish Community Center Dave Thomas Celebrity Cookoff Family Fun Festival – Child Abuse/Family Awareness Month Fraternal Order of Police Officers Fraternal Order of Eagles Jewish Welfare Fund Campaign The Star in the East WNIR Seinfeld’s Last Show Party

Conferences

Nat'l Assoc. of Campus Activities (NACA)
Regional & National Conferences
Nat'l Assoc. of
Fraternity Advs.
Nat'l Assoc. of Academic Adv.
BACCHUS/GAMMA Conference

"Thank you so much for presenting your program,"The Magic of Life" during national Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week at Kent State University. I thought you were very creative at addressing risk and protective factors regarding consumption of alcohol. As I scanned the audience, it is my belief that you "connected"  with the students on multiple levels. "
Scott  Dotterer
Coord. Office of College Health Behavior
Kent State Univ.

"Your speech was the funniest I have heard, and also the saddest. You thoroughly educated us on the dangers of drinking and driving and also revealed yourself by giving us details of your tragic childhood story. It was so powerful. I really took what you said to heart, there is not a day that goes by that I regret driving drunk. Very rarely do you hear somebody give such intimate details about themselves." -John, Lake Erie College

"Being a Resident Assistant, I always try to find programs that will not only educate students, but make an impact far beyond what they learn in school. Your program does just that. It is a heartbreaking reality that can so easily be avoided and yet it still such a huge problem. While still able to entertain, you drove home the reality and seriousness of drinking and driving. You incorporated a realistic approach to the presentation and reached the students on their level."
Angela, RA Metcalf Hall

Michael Gershe

The Magic of Life, Alcohol Awareness Program

The Magic of Life is an incredible, inspirational alcohol awareness program that deals with a son's story about a tragic drunk driving accident that killed his mother, and almost himself when he was nearly 8 weeks old.

Michael Gershe tells a very emotional and inspirational story about how he barely survived being hit by a drunk driver along with his family when he was just an infant. Just about every bone in his body was broken, his skull fractured and yet, Michael has gone on to live a very fulfilling and successful life. Having been called "one of the most touching and inspirational speakers I've ever had the pleasure to hear", Michael presents his story with a much different style than all others on this subject.

While the program contains humor, Michael gets serious and to the point when he talks about the drunk driving accident that changed his life. Audiences will laugh, cry, and think about their own futures as they even see a video tape of Michael, his brother, and his mother taken shortly before the incident.

As a former student-athlete, he will talk about binge drinking, peer pressure, and other dangers associated with alcohol abuse. Michael has the experience of being a stand up comedian as he blends humor with a very uplifting and inspirational story that will make the audience experience many different emotions.

The Magic of Life is more than just an alcohol awareness program. Its about realizing your potential and going after your dreams! If you are a parent, son, daughter, or simply a friend, this is a program that will change your life forever.

Programs

The Magic of Life

A humorous and inspirational program from a victim/survivor of a drunken driving incident.  While the focus is alcohol awareness/drunken driving, this program will make you laugh, maybe cry, and make you think about the choices you make in your life.

Building a Successful Retreat

An interactive program that will prepare you for all the steps in planning and facilitating a successful retreat for your organization that will re-energize your team

Becoming a Student Leader-What’s in it for me? 

A program designed for new student leaders about how all their hard work and dedication will benefit them during and after their college career.

Yes!  I did it!

A strong leader takes personal responsibility for their actions which will allow them to lead effectively in all aspects of their life.  This program is geared to looking at how making the tough decisions can make you a much stronger individual.

Understanding Creativity through Comedy

Creativity is a learned process and leaders who master the process and use it will be in high demand.  Learn how the steps of writing comedy material will allow you to re-think how you use the creative process.