Incisive and charismatic, Dr. Shimi Kang captivates, educates, delights, and delivers a unique experience not to be missed.
Dr. Shimi Kang is a dynamic, entertaining, and experienced keynote speaker. She has presented at hundreds of events worldwide, from the world’s largest conferences to customized workshops for small groups. As a panelist who is comfortable in diverse settings, she challenges audiences to explore their full potential with one-of-a-kind presentations that cultivate creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Every keynote pairs the latest neuroscience with stories from two decades of clinical practice, and is tailored to your audience and event.
Today’s world demands future-ready leadership: adaptive, intuitive, collaborative, and grounded in human well-being. In this transformative keynote, Dr. Shimi Kang reveals how leaders can access their full intelligence by integrating three crucial neural centres, our three brains: the head (thinking), the heart (feeling), and the gut (intuition).
Drawing on more than two decades of clinical experience, research, and global organizational work, Dr. Kang demonstrates how burnout and outdated leadership habits trap teams in reactive mode, and how neurobiologically aligned practices unlock calm, connection, and creativity, improving wellness, culture, adaptability, and bottom-line productivity.
Blending engaging storytelling with real-world examples and practical exercises, leaders walk away knowing how to build trust, foster innovation, and guide their teams through change and uncertainty with confidence.
In her book The Tech Solution, Dr. Shimi Kang describes technology as the fire of our time. Harnessing fire was a major step in human evolution: those who did it well went further and farther, and those who did not burned down the village. We are at the same pivotal moment in human history, with the incredible power of tech all around us.
AI and new technologies hold the promise of unimaginable advances. Yet tech use is linked to stress, burnout, and numerous mental health disorders, while tech-related sedentary behaviour, poor posture, and blue light exposure are correlated with insomnia, diabetes, heart disease, and more.
The tech we use every day was designed to hook and hold our attention, and it is now designed to become our trusted colleague, mentor, and confidante, all through sophisticated manipulation of the brain’s neurobiology. In this keynote, Dr. Kang simplifies the neuroscience into the five ingredients of a tech diet: a universal framework and a sustainable path to mastering the fire of our time.
A guided, science-based breathwork experience that calms the nervous system in minutes. Rooted in the neuroscience of the vagus nerve, it gives audiences a practical daily tool for stress, focus, and recovery.
Why balanced, adaptable leaders outperform in times of change. Lessons from the science of motivation and resilience.
How to spark lasting drive in young people, without pressure, burnout, or bribes. Built on the science of motivation and 20 years of clinical work.
45–60 minutes of story-driven neuroscience for main stages and conferences.
Interactive half-day or full-day sessions with practical tools teams use the next morning.
A seasoned panelist comfortable in diverse settings, from broadcast to boardroom.
Live polls, Q&A, and full interactivity. Engagement that survives the screen.
Dr. Kang left us all feeling like we had spent an hour learning from a new (wiser) friend. She is an outstanding presenter with a deep well of knowledge that she shares with ease.
Dr. Kang was tremendous as both a presenter and a person. The audience was captivated by her words of wisdom and inspiration. There was interaction throughout.
Dr. Kang’s lecture was outstanding with strong content, helpful tips, and suggestions. She developed a bond and engaged the 450 attendees from the minute she walked on stage.
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Send the details through the contact form and the team will route your inquiry, or reach her speaking agent Melanie at Speakers' Spotlight directly at melanie@speakers.ca. Either way you will hear back within two business days.
The core themes are healthy technology habits, motivation and the neuroscience of drive, youth and family mental wellness, and resilient leadership. Every talk is shaped around your audience, whether that is a corporate team, a school community, or a healthcare conference. See the full list of signature keynotes above.
Keynotes, half-day and full-day workshops, fireside chats, panel moderation, and multi-session programs for schools and organizations. Virtual and hybrid delivery are available for every format.
Most events are confirmed three to six months ahead, and popular dates in the spring and fall book earliest. Shorter timelines are sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
Fees depend on format, length, location, and travel. Share your event details and you will receive a clear quote with no obligation.
Yes. School and community programs run through Future Ready Minds, and adjusted rates are available for schools and registered non-profits. Details are on the Kids and Families page.
A short brief on your audience, the outcome you want, the run of show, and the AV setup. Dr. Kang tailors examples and takeaways to your group, and will join a planning call before the event.
Yes. For interviews and expert commentary, see recent media appearances and send press requests through the contact page.
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