"If you're going to rise, you might as well shine". Optimism Primer: Fireside chat with Gavin Oattes In these times of adjustment, the currency of positivity is more valuable than ever. With the challenges many are facing both in Scotland and globally, we're determined to remain upbeat, and who better to lift our spirits than award-winning entrepreneur, author and inspirational speaker, Gavin Oattes. Gavin Oattes Part child, part David Bowie, Gavin is one of the most talented and sought-after Keynote Speakers on the planet. An award-winning entrepreneur, he’s somehow mastered the art of transporting audiences back to when they were five years old, a magical time filled with wonder and zero fear. He has worked directly with over 1,000,000 young people in Scotland alone and is in high demand by organisations ranging from NIKE to the NHS. He also happens to be the bestselling author of SHINE, Diary of a Brilliant Kid and the current smash hit Life Will See You Now. His inspiration all comes from where he began his career...Primary School Teaching. Gav will bring his honest, funny, and sometimes sweary approach to inspirational entrepreneurship and self-help for an event that will be a SURE cure for any lockdown blues. What you need to know: Who: Gavin Oattes When: Thurs 14th May Time: 6.30-8.30pm Where: Zoom! (Link provided with ticket purchase) What else: Amazing people, Slido Q&A and Virtual Drinks!
Thursday, May 14, 2020
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM UTC
| 5:30 PM | Welcome & Zoom Networking |
| 6:00 PM | Fireside Chat w/ Gavin Oattes |
| 7:00 PM | Slido Q&A, Event Wrap-Up |
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