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Biography

Saul Blinkoff is an award-winning Hollywood producer, former Disney animator, and globally sought-after keynote speaker whose career spans Disney, DreamWorks, Netflix, Amazon, and Mattel.

Beginning his career at Disney, Saul worked on beloved animated classics including Pocahontas, Mulan, Tarzan, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. He later directed Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo and Kronk’s New Groove, served as a director on the hit series Doc McStuffins, and went on to produce acclaimed projects including Madagascar: A Little Wild, Llama Llama, and Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures.

Today, Saul brings Hollywood storytelling to the world of leadership, resilience, creativity, and human potential. Through unforgettable stories, humor, live drawing, and practical insights, he helps audiences challenge limiting beliefs, embrace change, unlock creativity, and perform at their highest level.

His clients include Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, leadership conferences, educational institutions, and organizations worldwide. Recent audiences have included more than 5,500 healthcare leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, educators, and emerging leaders.

At the heart of Saul’s message is a simple but powerful idea: the stories we believe determine the lives we create.

Audiences leave energized, inspired, and equipped to turn belief into breakthrough!

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‘AWAKEN YOUR AWESOME!’

45-minute keynote

In this high-energy, emotionally engaging keynote, Saul guides audiences from self-doubt to belief and from playing small to stepping into their full potential. Drawing from his life story and leadership at Disney, he challenges invisible limits and equips people with the mindset and courage to act.

Audiences leave energized with practical tools they can apply immediately—at work, at home, and in the choices that shape who they become.

TAKEAWAYS:

• Move beyond external achievements and align your goals with meaning, fulfillment, and real impact.
• Learn how to transform fear, doubt, and setbacks into fuel for growth and possibility.
• Gain practical tools for perseverance and adaptability — so you keep moving forward long after the applause fades.

LEAD YOURSELF!

45-minute keynote

Through looking at the greatest movie heroes, audiences will learn to embrace the incredible power of storytelling in order to engage, impact and inspire those they lead!

TAKEAWAYS:

• Learn to create a culture that nurtures and encourages creativity & new ideas!
• Understand how to embody the heroes’ traits and provide a confident model of outstanding leadership!
• Build and maintain motivation!

‘BELIEF INTO BREAKTHROUGH!’ Workshop

45-minute workshop

Saul guides teams through a highly interactive drawing experience inspired by Disney animation. Hesitation quickly gives way to confidence and momentum as participants see what’s possible when belief shifts and they trust the process. The result is a shared experience that energizes teams and reinforces a simple truth: when belief changes, performance follows.

TAKEAWAYS:

• Learn how to build a culture that sparks creativity and welcomes bold new ideas!
• Embody the traits of exceptional leaders — modeling confidence, courage and vision!
• Develop proven strategies to build, sustain and elevate motivation!

Testimonials

“Saul’s presentation was the highlight of our Leadership meeting. It was engaging, moving, inspiring and mesmerizing. Saul is a gifted storyteller who shares himself and his story with passion and love. He helped us grow as a team and see the potential in each one of us.”
– Daniel S., EVP & Group President ABBOTT
“Saul possesses a unique ability to not only motivate and empower, but to connect with his audience on a deeply personal level. His authenticity shines through, making his message not just powerful, but genuine and relatable.”
– Winn C., Dean & C-Founder Schools PAUL MITCHELL
“We never had such a great speaker at our Leadership Summits!”
– Sabine, ENTREPRENEURS ORGANIZATION
“Saul didn’t just speak—he connected. His dynamic, impactful style made this session a standout highlight, and we highly recommend him as a truly inspiring speaker.”
– Glenn L., CEO 800% ELITE AUTO CLUB
“Saul’s remarkable energy filled the room with his heartfelt talk. He was the best speaker of the day! Saul’s interactive workshop helped our team build resilience and achieve their potential.”
– Karina P. - Marketing Director, PARKVIEW FINANCIAL

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