Speaking

Max has spoken at events around the world, addressing audiences of hundreds in India, Bangladesh, Israel, Europe and around the U.S.  Whether he’s giving a TedX talk or a keynoe speech, he is a master at clarifying the connection between inner and outer change, and illuminating the work of leadership and inner development in ways that are powerful and engaging. 

Here’s an overview of his current offerings.  If you’re interested in bringing Max to speak to your organization or community, he would love to connect!

Experiment to Adapt: Finding a New Way Forward

In a world of uncertainty, disruption, and rapid change, the old playbooks no longer work, and nobody knows exactly what we must do to thrive in the world that is emerging all around us.  In this context, leaders, organizations, and communities must become skilled at experimenting to adapt—testing new approaches, learning from failure, and iterating forward with courage.

In this keynote, I’ll explore how embracing an adaptive mindset unlocks innovation, resilience, and breakthrough solutions. Drawing from real-world case studies, personal experience and timeless wisdom, I’ll share practical strategies for:

  • Shifting from rigid planning to rapid experimentation

  • Learning from setbacks without getting stuck in fear or analysis paralysis

  • Navigating the unknown with clarity, curiosity, and purpose

  • Building a culture where adaptability and innovation thrive

Whether you’re a leader guiding an organization, an entrepreneur charting a new path, or a changemaker seeking fresh solutions, this session will equip you with the mindset and tools to step boldly into the future—one experiment at a time.

Let’s stop waiting for certainty. Let’s start experimenting forward.

Leading with Wholeness:
Embracing Light and Shadow

True leadership isn’t just about strategy, vision, or influence—it’s about wholeness. To lead with authenticity and impact, we must cultivate both our brightest gifts and our hidden shadows. Yet, too often, leaders operate from a fragmented self, embracing only the qualities they’re proud of while ignoring the parts that feel uncomfortable or unrefined.

In this transformative keynote, I will explore how real leadership requires both connecting with our light—our strengths, wisdom, and purpose—and confronting our shadow—our fears, biases, and unexamined patterns. By integrating both, we unlock deeper self-awareness, stronger relationships, and the ability to lead with clarity, compassion, and courage.

Attendees will gain insights on:

  • Why unacknowledged shadows show up in our leadership, often in destructive ways

  • How self-reflection and inner development strengthen outer impact

  • Practical tools for embracing our full selves—so we can lead with integrity and presence

  • How wholeness creates stronger teams, organizations, and societies

In a time when the world is hungry for conscious, values-driven leadership, we cannot afford to lead from only half of who we are. Wholeness is the new frontier of leadership.

Are we ready to lead—not just with power, but with depth, courage, and authenticity?

The IDG Revolution: Why It's Time to Focus on the Inner Development Goals

The world is facing unprecedented challenges—climate change, social fragmentation, and leadership crises. We’ve invested billions in external solutions, yet real, lasting change remains elusive. Why? Because transformation doesn’t just happen out there—it must start within.

The Inner Development Goals (IDGs) offer a groundbreaking framework for the inner capacities we need to create a just, sustainable, and thriving world. In this keynote, I will explore why this revolution in human development is not just necessary—it’s urgent.

Attendees will gain:

  • A deep understanding of the IDGs and how they complement the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • Insight into why inner work—self-awareness, resilience, and compassion—is essential for solving global challenges

  • Practical strategies to integrate the IDGs into leadership, organizations, and personal growth

  • A call to action: If we want a better world, we must first become better leaders, collaborators, and human beings

This is the revolution we’ve been waiting for. It’s time to shift from quick fixes to deep transformation. The question is: Are we ready to do the inner work that true change demands?