Steven Hollingsworth

When most people hear “AI,” they think of machines. When I hear “AI,” I think of Saturday mornings — cereal, pajamas, and the cartoons that raised my imagination.Those characters taught me courage, creativity, resilience, and how to solve problems without giving up. And somewhere along...

Saturday morning cartoons taught us the most important communication skill in the world: how to make people feel something.In this high‑energy, nostalgic, and deeply human keynote, I show audiences how to turn everyday moments into messages that inspire action, build trust, and create connection.Through humo...

Culture isn’t built in the boardroom. It’s built in the moments between people.The Cartoon Way is a simple, human‑centered approach to culture, belonging, and team connection — inspired by the lessons we learned from the characters who raised us.In this heartfelt and practical keynote, I...

Most people aren’t burned out because they’re weak. They’re burned out because they’ve been trying to act like machines.This keynote is a reset button for the human spirit — a warm, funny, emotional reminder that your spark isn’t gone… it’s just quiet.Through simple stories, cartoo...

In a world obsessed with artificial intelligence, automation, and efficiency, it’s easy to forget the one thing technology can’t replace:Human beings with heart.This keynote is a powerful reminder that creativity, courage, empathy, humor, and connection are still the greatest competitive advantages any organizatio...