“Mark Peres selects deep and critical topics. He is engaging, direct, clear, and weaves a fascinating narrative. I try to attend every talk he gives, and I always leave filled with ideas and solutions.”
— Deborah Bosley, founder, The Plain Language Group
CURATED WISDOM
A good speaker transports us to a moment around the fire. We sit in the glow of the light. We feel the warmth of a story told. We learn from the moral of the tale. We bind together.
There is something about gathering to hear a talk that is primal. Speaking and listening may have been the first act of civilization. We’ve been sharing our inklings ever since.
My passion is considering what is true and sharing ideas about how we might live more meaningful lives in community.
I work with audiences to shape subjects and formats. Some audiences want more: in addition to speaking engagements, I’ve honed facilitation skills in university classrooms and in many community meetings. I’m able to lead group discussions, Q&A, and brainstorming sessions to more deeply explore a topic.
My preferred audience are people who desire purpose and significance in life, who are curious, and who are interested in human concerns. My goal is for audiences to experience a shift of what is possible in their lives.
RECENT TALKS
“On Dehumanization and Re-Humanizing the World” - 12.5.23
“Hearing the Call of Vocation” - Davidson College, 1.13.20
“The Power of Story” - Covenant Presbyterian Church, 10.06.19
“Charlotte, Citizenship, and What Matters Most” - Senior Scholars at Queens, 5.31.19
“Death” - Creative Mornings Charlotte, 11.13.17
