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Ready to inspire your audience with new possibilities?

My mission is to teach the artist
how to become a
healthy CEO.


With Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Olivier and Tony award-winning clientele, 20+ years as an actor and freelance artist, and numerous business conversations with creators every single day, I know how to empower your audience.

When you bring me in, you'll get equal parts inspiration and information: proven business strategies for creative professionals. I make sure everyone stays engaged by providing visual examples, uplifting stories, and answering LIVE questions.

Everyone (including you) will get a complete framework to create more offline success from your online presence. You’ll walk away with a deeper sense of purpose and empowerment.

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Branding is about humanity — sharing yours and connecting with that of your audience.

Customized speech and training topics include:

  • Artistic Entrepreneurship 

  • Personal Branding & Photography

  • Strategic Websites

  • Pro Communications

  • Sane Social Media

Popular Keynotes

  • Transform from artist to CEO of your brand with this enlightening keynote. Based on the comprehensive Tony Howell methodology, you’ll learn to merge career development, personal branding, website strategy, email mastery, and savvy social media use into a cohesive digital identity.

    Attendees will gain insights into:

    • Evolving from Artist to CEO: Mastering the mindset shifts to take charge of your career and wellbeing in the digital realm.

    • Brand and Trust Building: Cultivating a strong personal brand and reputation to accelerate professional growth.

    • Harmonizing Digital Tools: Crafting an integrated online strategy that leverages websites, emails, and social networks for enhanced visibility and networking.

    • Responsible Tech Utilization: Balancing technology use for positive impact while managing its inherent risks.

    • Fostering Key Relationships: Developing strategic networks to unlock new opportunities and bolster career progression.

    Ideal for established creatives in the arts or emerging artists from colleges and universities, this presentation acts as a comprehensive guide to strategically navigating and optimizing your digital footprint, equipping you to thrive as the dynamic CEO of your artistic journey.

  • Discover how to amplify your visibility and create a rewarding portfolio of headshots and portraits. This keynote dives deep into aligning your internal values with your external image, mastering photography that reflects your unique identity, and strategically enhancing your online and offline presence.

    Attendees will learn to:

    • Authenticity & Brand Strategy: Bridge the gap between personal authenticity and public perception by aligning your true self with how you are seen in the professional sphere.

    • Power of Imagery: Utilize powerful imagery to define and communicate your brand, ensuring your visuals authentically represent who you are and strategically attract your target audience.

    • Expanding Connections: Expand your reach and build meaningful connections across platforms by strategically sharing content that resonates with and engages your audience.

    • Purposeful Storytelling: Articulate your purpose and story with conviction and clarity, ensuring that your narrative consistently reflects your brand's values and vision.

    • Strategic Photoshoots: Transform typical headshot sessions into strategic brand imagery and assets — leveraging your next round of photography to create a versatile and impactful portfolio that serves your professional goals.

    Ideal for pre-professional artists, professional creatives, and anyone looking to elevate their personal brand, this presentation offers a roadmap for navigating the complexities of self-promotion and digital presence with confidence and strategy.

  • Ready to transform website woes into digital success? This presentation draws from over a decade of design expertise to guide you in crafting a website that not only showcases your talent but also delivers 24/7 results.

    During this keynote, you'll delve into:

    • Crafting Your Digital Legacy: Transform your online presence into a virtual showcase that reflects your essence and evolves with your career.

    • Creating 24/7 Global Representation: Learn how to expand your reach beyond local markets and connect with your audience around the clock.

    • Integrating Email & Social Media: Harness the power of digital tools to amplify your brand and engage your audience across platforms.

    • Focusing on Your Future: Say goodbye to outdated content and hello to a dynamic digital strategy that evolves with your achievements.

    • Becoming CEO of Your Career: Take control of your website, customization, and updates without relying on external help.

    Ideal for professionals in the performing arts seeking to take control of their digital narrative, this keynote is also perfect for universities and colleges introducing pre-professional artists to the professional market.

  • Transform your inbox from an overwhelming flood zone into a treasure chest. This keynote strips away the dread of email, transforming it into a powerful ally in your professional journey. Learn the secrets of crafting messages that not only get read but also actively contribute to your financial success.

    Attendees will unlock insights into:

    • Digital Tranquility: Learn to transform a chaotic inbox into a structured command center, turning email management from a daily chore into a streamlined process that enhances productivity and peace of mind.

    • Email Artistry: Uncover the art of crafting compelling emails that resonate with recipients, ensuring your messages stand out and elicit the desired responses, whether it’s securing a job, closing a sale, or building meaningful connections.

    • C-Level Operations: Operate your email like a top executive, utilizing AI and strategic insights to manage communications efficiently, positioning yourself as a professional entity in the digital marketplace.

    • Brand & Revenue Enhancement: Elevate your email strategy to boost your brand and bottom line, leveraging every message as a marketing tool that drives engagement, builds relationships, and enhances your financial outcomes.

    • Global Reach with a Personal Touch: Expand your influence with emails that maintain a personal connection, ensuring your voice and brand resonate on a global scale, making every word count in building your professional legacy.

    Best suited for industry professionals keen on improving their email results and university or college students entering the professional realm. This keynote is designed for those ready to revolutionize their digital interactions, turning every email sent into an opportunity for growth and success.

  • Master the art of social media: Smartistry. Discover a path on digital expression where authenticity leads to engagement and meaningful connections. Rest assured this presentation isn't just about posting — it's about redefining your relationship with social media, then aligning your artistic soul with the possibilities of new tech.

    Attendees will gain insights into:

    • Crafting Your Digital Narrative: Uncover your unique artistic voice and learn to narrate your ong ing story on social platforms, creating a distinct and compelling digital identity that captures and retains audience interest.

    • Engaging Authentically, Connecting Deeply: Shift from chasing follower counts to fostering deeper connections, building a community that actively participates in and supports your artistic journey.

    • Confidence in Digital Expression: Break free from the shackles of doubt and uncertainty, stepping into a realm of confident and fearless social media engagement.

    • Expanding Your Artistic Horizon: Utilize research-backed social media strategies to increase your visibility, opening doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and the expansion of your artistic footprint.

    • Efficient and Mindful Online Engagement: Ensure your time spent on social media is productive, purposeful, and enriching to your artistic and personal growth.

    This keynote is tailored for artists who view social media with trepidation and are in search of a healthier, more productive relationship with their digital presence. It is also ideal for university and college students poised at the threshold of their professional careers, eager to clean up their digital profiles and make stellar first impressions in the professional realm.

Sample Talks & Video Testimonials

Arts organizations and creatives trust us.

You’ll recognize many of the unions, universities, companies, and creatives below.

Tony is available to appear online or in-person and is comfortable in large or small events, such as leading a keynote or appearing on panels.

📚 Workshop Series

New York University / The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute
University of Arizona
Carthage College
Spotlight on Opera
It Factor LIVE

Actors Connection
Actors Studio Drama School
Actors' Equity Association
Antony Meindl's Actor Workshop
Backstage
Ball State University
Broadway Dance Center
Chapman University
College Audition Coach
Courtney Rioux Coaching
Davenport Theatrical
DeSales University
Elon University
Entertainment Dream Career Summit
Florida State University
Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance
Mustard Lane

North Central University
Oakland University
OCU Spring Break
OCU Summer Programs
Opera America
Reproductions
Rider University
SAG-AFTRA Conservatory
Shenandoah University
Slippery Rock University
Stage Door Connections
Squarespace
Texas Christian University
The Green Room
University of Alabama
University of Denver
University of Wisconsin
Woodlawn Theatre

Google
SAG-AFTRA Foundation
New York Singing Teachers Association
Grid AKL
OCU Spring Break

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