Storyteller
“James
Delgado's presentation was excellent. I thought he hit the
target for our audience, which consisted of 1500 people, mostly
families. The program was very informative, and in presented
in a way that made people feel that James really appreciates
what he is doing and enjoys sharing it with others. I heard
the term "inspiring" by several people when asked
how they liked the program." Kevin Schindler, 2006 Flagstaff
Festival of Science participant |
Jim has been an invited speaker at conferences, media events and
public presentations throughout his career. He has given hundreds
of live presentations to audiences ranging from a few dozen to a
few thousand.
Jim's public speaking career began at the same time the archaeology
bug bit him - when he was a teenager. After taking every public
speaking course he could in High School, a tenure on the debate
team, Student Congress, and in extemporaneous public speaking competitions,
Jim won the Optimist's Club's public speaking award in 1973 for
a speech entitled "Listen, World." The Optimists selected
the title - Jim had to write and deliver a speech using that title
as the guiding theme. Decades later, Jim cannot remember what he
said, only the opening remarks - "Listen, World" with
three loud knocks, a dramatic effect recommended by Jim's father,
Bob. It obviously worked. A second prize contest, a historical narration
for the Native Sons of the Golden West, secured another prize in
1974.
Jim's friends joke that all it takes is a nickel in his ear to get
him to talk; actually he does for free, and often, to unsuspecting
friends and family, who have learned 1) to never ask the open question,
"what's new?" or 2) "tell me about your latest project."
In all seriousness, Jim is highly sought as a speaker and is represented
by the National Speakers
Bureau. Unfortunately for some, he's not for free unless it
is a talk to or for disadvantaged youth or a few other causes near
and dear to his heart like autism, cancer, or the Vancouver Maritime
Museum.
“Thank
you again for your fascinating presentation on the world of
underwater archaeology. The examples you chose covered a broad
spectrum of human history and ... your personal involvement
in these "finds" really added to the impact of this
presentation on our members.” - Elder College |
Jim's presentations include illustrated talks on his adventures
and dives, historical essays on subjects he has researched, such
as Titanic, USS Arizona and the Pearl Harbor attack,
the atomic bomb tests at Bikini Atoll, the quest for the Northwest
Passage, or the California Gold Rush, to name a few. He also makes
presentations to business groups and organizations on subjects such
as "What It Takes to Stay Afloat: Success in Business and at
Sea" and presentations on leadership.
Jim's passion for travel and exploration has also led to several
years of a successful partnership with Zegrahm
Expeditions in Seattle, Washington who are award-winning leaders
in expedition, environmental, cultural and archaeological travel.
Jim has served as onboard lecturer on Zegrahm chartered vessels
around the world, joined by his wife Ann. Jim's travels with Zegrahm
have taken him to the decks of the Titanic, and to Vietnam,
Panama, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Belize, Mexico, Egypt, Turkey, Cyprus,
and Greece. Jim and Ann joined another expedition in the Fall of
2005 back to Egypt, Tunisia, Libya and Malta. Jim's times with Zegrahm
have also included his serving as group leader for the Explorer's
Club Travels and the Archaeological Institute of America. Jim invites
any and all to join him on a Zegrahm trip.
“We
are all very thankful for your contribution to the enrichment
of our evening. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed your presentation
and found your explorations and adventures fascinating. I
am sure that every one of us dreams of being an undersea archaeologist
– but you do it! And you do a masterful job at it.”
- David R. Podmore, President and Chief Executive Officer,
Concert Properties Ltd. |
To
book James Delgado for a speaking presentation, visit
the National Speakers Bureau
website at www.nsb.com
or email a request to speakers@nsb.com.
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