Corporate
Culture, leadership, and change — through story.
- Make a Point, Tell a Story — the signature keynote for teams
- Leadership Through Storytelling
- The Story-Driven Team: culture you can hear
Speaking
Audiences leave inspired, laughing, and ready to act.
For forty years, Michael has helped conferences, corporations, churches, and classrooms turn ordinary gatherings into unforgettable moments — through the oldest and most human technology on earth: a well-told story.
"Whether it's in concert, a festival, on radio, or inspiring his audience at a corporate setting, Michael Brundy guides listeners through windows of his soul with every story he tells. It is beyond skill that makes him special — his ability to capture all of your senses by orchestrating words and gestures to supply you with memorable images, clear parables, and a lesson in authenticity."
What Audiences Take Home
Not just applause — action.
Every talk is designed around the moment after the applause fades. Here's what audiences carry with them.
Inspired
They leave believing their own story matters — and that they can tell it well.
Connected
Strangers laugh together, lean in together, and remember they are more alike than different.
Equipped
They take home a practical framework for turning ordinary moments into messages that stick.
Ready to Act
They go back to their teams, families, and pulpits with a story they'll tell on Monday.
"A story is the shortest distance between two hearts."
Keynotes By Audience
A talk for every room.
Every program is customized to your theme and audience. Below are the categories Michael speaks to most often — pick a starting point and he'll shape it to your event.
Associations & Conferences
The opening or closing keynote your audience will quote for years.
- The Power of Story
- Stories That Move a Room
- Featured teller sets and emcee programming
Churches & Faith Communities
Spiritual lessons, testimony, and community shaped by sacred story.
- The Stories We Live By
- Finding Strength Through Adversity
- Fearless Faith
Education
For teachers, students, and lifelong learners.
- Storytelling in the Classroom
- Lessons From a Lifetime
- The Craft of a Memorable Talk
Storytelling Festivals
Featured teller. Emcee. Workshop leader.
- Featured concert sets, 45–75 minutes
- Workshop: Finding Your True Stories
- Master of Ceremonies for main-stage programming
Communication & Leadership
For anyone whose job is to be heard.
- Make a Point, Tell a Story
- The Message That Sticks
- Executive Storytelling for Leaders
Booking Packages
Three ways to work together.
Every package is tailored to your audience, your moment, and your message.
45–60 minutes
Keynote
A focused, story-driven keynote tailored to your event theme, audience, and desired takeaway.
Best for
Conferences, banquets, leadership meetings, community events
What's included
- Pre-event planning call
- Customized stories and takeaways
- Audience Q&A
- Digital promotion kit
3–4 hours
Half-Day Workshop
Interactive skill-building for groups who want to leave with usable tools, not just inspiration.
Best for
Leadership teams, educators, sales teams, storytellers
What's included
- Custom exercises and worksheets
- Small-group breakout practice
- Personal feedback on drafts
- Follow-up resource guide
6–8 hours
Full-Day Retreat
A deeper immersion combining keynote energy, hands-on practice, and one-on-one coaching rounds.
Best for
Executive teams, boards, faith communities, association retreats
What's included
- Everything in the half-day workshop
- Multiple storytelling modules
- Individual coaching rounds
- Post-event check-in call
Workshop based on the book
Make a Point, Tell a Story — the Workshop.
A hands-on, half-day or full-day session built directly on Michael's signature book. Participants learn the Make a Point method, draft their own true story, and leave with a personal story library they will use the very next week.
- Live teaching from the book's six core principles
- Guided story-drafting in small groups
- Personal coaching rounds with Michael
- A copy of the book for every participant
For teams that want more
A complete corporate curriculum.
The book and workshop are also the foundation of a six-module corporate storytelling curriculum — delivered as a cohort program, a two-day intensive, or train-the-trainer.
Explore the curriculumSpeaker Sheet
Everything event planners need.
Bio, programs, A/V requirements, and high-res photos in one PDF.
Stages, affiliations & audiences
A few of the organizations Michael has served & called home.
Frequently asked questions
Answers before you ask.
The questions event planners, program chairs, and pastors send most often. If yours isn't here, ask — Michael reads every inquiry.
Where does Michael travel to speak?
Michael speaks throughout North America and delivers virtual programs worldwide via Zoom or Teams. He is based in Mansfield, Texas, and travel expenses are billed at cost for in-person engagements.
How far in advance should we book?
Prime dates typically fill three to six months out, especially spring and fall conference seasons. That said, last-minute inquiries are welcome — Michael keeps a small number of dates open for late bookings each quarter.
What audience sizes work best?
Michael has spoken to groups of twelve executives around a boardroom table and to auditoriums of 800+. Every program is scaled to the room. Small groups get more interaction; larger rooms get a more crafted keynote arc.
How long is a typical program?
Keynotes run 45–60 minutes, half-day workshops run 3–4 hours, and full-day retreats run 6–8 hours. Storytelling concert sets are typically 45–75 minutes. Every length can be customized to your program schedule.
What are your speaking fees?
Fees vary by event type, audience size, location, and program length. Churches, schools, and nonprofits receive reduced rates. Share your event details and Michael will respond with a proposal that fits your budget.
Do you speak at virtual events?
Yes. Virtual keynotes and workshops via Zoom, Teams, or Webex are available and priced accordingly. Michael delivers virtual programs with the same energy as in-person events — including live Q&A and audience interaction.
What A/V do you need on site?
A lavalier or handheld microphone, a confidence monitor if the room is large, and a small side table with water. Slides are optional and typically kept minimal — the stories carry the room.
What's included when we book Michael?
Every engagement includes a pre-event planning call, customized stories tailored to your theme and audience, live Q&A, a digital promotion kit for your marketing, and a follow-up note after the event.
What kinds of events does Michael speak at?
Corporate keynotes and offsites, association and industry conferences, church services and retreats, educator conferences and graduations, storytelling festivals, and community events. If you have a room full of people who need to be moved, Michael can help.
Ready to talk?
Let's find the right fit for your event.
Share a few details and Michael will respond within two business days with availability and next steps.