Jonathan Edison is the quintessential example, teacher and motivator of success-centered technologies. Jonathan provides individuals with strategies that empower them to overcome obstacles and achieve "UNSTOPPABLE" success. Jonathan was born into poverty in Detroit, Michigan, fraught with urban-societal issues.

He graduated from high school with a GPA of 1.63 and completed his first year of college with a GPS of only 0.86 before dropping out. Many individuals with Jonathan's poor past academic record who grew up in similar environments, find themselves permanently relegated to states of disenfranchisement, poverty and failure, but not Jonathan Edison. After years of failure, Jonathan connected with his inner greatness and began to focus on creating success in his life. He went on to complete 4 college degrees in Education and Leadership Supervision. At age 27, Jonathan distinguished himself as the youngest Assistant Principal in the history of Detroit Public Schools. In 2002 Jonathan was recognized as Wayne County Spokesman for Success.

Motivated by the shock of a sudden lay-off of hundreds of dedicated educators, which was tantamount to corporate down sizing, Jonathan decided to take his future into his own hands. Today Jonathan is the CEO and President of Edison Speaks International, a motivational and training Development Company dedicated to empowering others. Edison Speaks International specializes in Customer Service, Leadership Training, Change Management, Team Building, and Performance Management.

Jonathan is recognized throughout Corporate America and the Educational Community for his charismatic, dynamic and uniquely engaging presentations. Jonathan's genius lies in his ability to reveal and teach the secrets of becoming the "CEO" of you. Some of Jonathan's Fortune 500 clients include: Blue Cross Blue Shield, CVS Pharmacy, FBI, Federal Reserve Bank, Verizon Wireless, DaimlerChrysler and Hewlett-Packard. Jonathan's educational clients include: Texas Southern University, Prince George County Schools, Milwaukee Public Schools and Oakland University.

Jonathan has made several television appearances and has appeared live in front of millions on C-Span. Jonathan has also presented on the same platform with world renowned speakers such as Les Brown, Tavis Smiley, Iyana Vanzant, Dr. Cornell West and Dr. Bill Cosby. Jonathan was awarded the 2004 Outstanding Communicators Award and The 35 Under 35 Award by Power Brokers International for creating paths of excellence through leadership and empowerment. Jonathan is also an adjunct professor for Wayne County Community College in the Education Department and a columnist for the Michigan Chronicle and Michigan FrontPage newspapers. Over the past 5 years Jonathan has spoken live to over 300,000 people and he plans to empower millions more.

• How to Stay Motivated in Challenging Times - Flourishing organizations are built on employees who carry a sense of PRIDE. "How to Stay Motivated In Challenging Times" works with employees to develop company Practice, Research, Integrity, Dedication and Energy. Individuals who find the positive side of all work situations are key to overcoming all obstacles your company faces. While understanding the importance of their roles and how their attitude affects the organization, your employees will become part of this interactive presentation, leaving energized and motivated even during the most challenging times.
  
  
• Success is in your Hands : How to Elevate to the TOP!! - Your company is built on a positive reputation that has taken time to develop. This reputation is determined by the sense of pride each one of your employees has for the company. Often the sense of pride that employees have is compromised by the everyday stresses of life and work. Pressure is a component of business that cannot be ignored, but with "Success is in your Hands" your organization will be informed on how to elevate to the top regardless of circumstance. Utilizing positive mental attitude, stress management techniques and positive thinking will ultimately enhance self -development in the work place. "Success is in your Hands" will give your organization the extra boost it needs to elevate to the top every day.
  
  
• What Really Matters - Leaders now need to manage and lead an "empowered" workforce and go beyond the consultative, co-operative and democratic styles of today. These new demands include: consultation and involvement, autonomy and freedom, opportunities for growth, inclusion and team spirit. Jonathan's program teaches organizations why their best leaders and managers have to develop a better understanding of themselves and others. In this highly interactive program Jonathan shares the secrets of becoming successful in both life and in work by understanding the link between emotions, thought and action.
  
  
• Facing the Challenges of Change - The shifting demands of organizations require employees to understand that regular change is a part of business growth and development. The many aspects of change include technology, globalization and demographics, which involve modifications in theory incorporating exercises in learning, innovation and knowledge sharing. This presentation focuses on coping mechanisms, employee needs and effective tools for exiting the transformation of your company with a fresh mindset on the newly developed mission of your organization
  
  
• It Takes Teamwork to Make the Dream Work - The success of your organization is determined by the decisions and choices that each individual employee makes. Decision-making is a critical part of what makes your business run. "It takes Teamwork to make the Dream Work" is a persuasive presentation that influences employees to make decisions that are based on T.E.A.M (Together, Everyone, Achieves, Miracles) concepts, in order to produce the right results. Influencing individuals in your organization to embrace the ideals and philosophies of Teamwork to make the Dream Work will create the success both individually and collectively for your company.

• The 5 A's of Success: Academics, Attitude, Attendance, Achievement and Asking - Jonathan's presentation is designed to help students; teachers and parents understand the importance of taking education seriously. Success is not an accident and successful people use a formula. The 5 A's presentation is the "secret" formula for lasting success.
  
  
• How To Be an "Unstoppable" Student - Regardless of where you begin in life, it's still possible for you to win. Students, parents and staff have the power within to be "Unstoppable." Jonathan will share a common sense approach of how he rose from poverty and a 1.6 grade point average. To becoming an acclaimed educator, entrepreneur, author, business consultant and nationally recognized speaker.