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A world-class author and keynote speaker
Michael is a best-selling author and sought-after motivational speaker whose powerful message of resilience has touched the hearts of millions. Born in the shadow of the Soviet Union’s final days, he immigrated to the United States as a child, carrying with him the legacy of survival and strength—his grandfather endured the horrors of both the Siege of Leningrad and the Dachau concentration camp.
With a deep-rooted passion for storytelling and a gift for connecting across cultures and generations, Michael inspires readers and audiences alike to face their fears, embrace their purpose, and live boldly. His message encourages people to unbury their talents, dream without limits, see beauty in life’s smallest moments, and hold tightly to faith—even in the face of uncertainty. Through every word and stage appearance, Michael reminds us all: don’t give up. Your story isn’t over yet.
Rick Caruso, Business innovator, civic leader and philanthropist
"I'm not someone who typically needs motivation, I wake up everyday ready to go but Michael's speech to our leaders at our annual summit really got me fired up and ready to lead from the heart!
Sam Taggart, D2D Experts
Michael rocked his session at our D2D conference. In fact, his session was the highest rated by attendees so we partnered with him for our mastermind retreat as well!
Sharon Bonney, Coalition on Adult Basic Education
"Thank you for delivering a fabulous keynote (in fact the best I have ever seen in 25 years of hosting the conference!) The attendees were engaged, inspired, and left with a sense of hope. The messaging was spot on and such a blessing for all of us! Thank you again- you truly delivered!"
"Michael Ivanov is a masterful storyteller with a rare ability to create vivid, emotionally resonant experiences. His writing is rich with sensory detail, powerful pacing, and unforgettable characters—keeping readers fully immersed from the first page to the last."
— Writer’s Digest
"The foundation of success is purpose, not talent"
An energizing experience from start to finish. Your audience will walk away fired up and ready to take on all that the world throws their way. Whether your people are dealing with burnout, change, lacking motivation, or simply needing a boost in morale, Michael will deliver a home-run experience.
Whether he's speaking in an arena filled with thousands, or a small conference room, reaching one of the 7,000,000+ who viewed his viral commencement speech, or inspiring readers through one of his 5 Best-selling Novels, Michael knows how to ignite people to action
"I am so glad I was able to make it to the event! I was transformed by your message, I needed it, the world needs to hear it. Authentic & Powerful!"
-BPA Attendee
"🌟 What an inspiring morning! 🌟 Michael Ivanov delivered a fantastic and engaging keynote presentation that truly captivated the audience. His energy was awesome! A big thank you to Michael for sharing his expertise and making the event memorable. Can't wait to put these ideas into action! 💡✨"
-The Oregon HFMA
