John Watkis

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John Watkis, Speaker, Speaking Coach, First Canadian-born Actor to Portray Mufasa in Disney’s The Lion King

John_Watkisbschr.pngJohn Watkis is a professional speaker, speaking performance coach, award-winning performer, and author of Speaking Notes: The Eight Essential Elements to Make Your Speech Music to Their Ears.

John coaches leaders who have to develop and deliver high-stakes speeches, pitches, and presentations that capture and keep the attention of audiences and decision-makers.

He is also a salsa dancing champion and was the first Canadian-born actor to play Mufasa in the Disney musical, The Lion King.

Connect with John

https://www.instagram.com/johnwatkis/

https://www.facebook.com/speakperformancecoach

https://twitter.com/johnwatkis

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