MOST POPULAR LECTURES

• One Foot In Front of the Ogre – How To Get Out of the Swamp and Into Your Castle – From hyperactive, average kid, to blockbusting screenwriter with a storied career, David’s hilarious and inspiring tale will help you see that we can ALL overcome personal challenges to take ONE step closer to our fullest potential… ANY time. …

• How to Thrive In Your Personal Pressure Cooker – Tips From Show Biz For Your Biz – Big-budget stories with celebrities, David’s family, and timeless wisdom to help you laugh off stress and stay sane.

• The Screenplay From Above (or, Stealing From Best) How Spiritual Thought Makes David’s Work Feel Good, And Your Life Feel Better.

• Brainstorming and Creative Writing 101 – A fun interactive workshop to nurture the creative voice in all of us. Whether a business plan, a grant proposal or your life’s memoir, where do you start? Let David share some of the tools and tricks of the trade that keep his brain marching forward even when it seems there are no ideas in sight.

• Custom topics– may be available for your event by request.

PREVIOUS ENGAGEMENTS

IBIS Int’l Benefits & HR Conference, Cannes, France  •  KEYNOTE YAKOTA AIR BASE, Japan  •  “70 Windows” Conf., Istanbul – KEYNOTE  •  Encounter Conference, London  •  National Screenwriters Master Class, Australia  •   Insight/NYU Faith in Film Seminar – KEYNOTE  •  Ramon Llull University, Barcelona  •  Asia Educational Digital Media Program – Tokyo  •  TRIBEFEST – J-Feds of North America – KEYNOTE  •  Pepperdine Univ., Business & Comm Divs. CA  •  Penn State University, PA  •  USC School of Cinematic Arts, CA  •  Ma’ale Film School, Jerusalem  •  Int’l Aish Events (U.S., Mexico, Israel & Beyond)  •  TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, 4Oth Anniversary – Tokyo  •  Numerous other groups & schools

REVIEWS

“You captivate and inspired our attendees, who were thrilled to hear from an award-winning screenwriter whose storytelling prowess turned the event into an unforgettable journey.”
– Richard Polak, Exec Dir., IBIS Academy Int’l HR Conf.

“Simply the best benefits presentation I have ever heard. David made what can be a boring subject so entertaining and some of the points about not sweating the small things are still on my wall.”
– Mike Chilen, Director Global Benefits and Mobility, Mary Kay Inc.

FEES

Local schools Free (sub. to availability)

Large Organizations/Events $10,000

Mid-level Orgs (requiring overnight stay) $7,500

Mid-level Orgs (same-day travel access) $5,000

Weekend Retreats $12,000

Plus business class air, executive quality hotel and incidentals.

MORE REVIEWS

“Thanks again, pal! The students, pronounced you ‘Awesome.”
– Howard Rodman, Chair, USC Cinema-TV Screenwriting Program

“You were a hit! Your levity really added to the gestalt of the evening. We are getting rave reviews. The overarching feeling from the donors, from the guests, etc was: They were very proud to be involved!”
– Sarah Weintraub, Sarah Weintraub Productions

“Thanks to David for being so trenchant while simultaneously so entertaining. I listened to his every word with the obviously rapt students. It was wonderful teaching. As he would say… ‘I hate him!’”
– Dorn Hetzel, Professor, Penn State University

“I have so much wonderful feedback about your talks in particular. You made a great impression on lots of people!”
– Dr. Warren Goldstein, Chief Rabbi, South Africa

David’s unlikely journey—from Cold War anxieties and black holes, to Christianity, Hollywood, and dinner with the Dalai Lama—eventually led him back to his Jewish roots. A former church youth leader in Ireland, he met a Jewish animator who reconnected him with the beauty and wisdom of his Jewish heritage. Now a celebrated screenwriter, and a Torah driven Jew, David delivers hilarious yet deeply practical presentations that inspire, educate, and entertain audiences worldwide.

THEME: How Judaism’s timeless, everyday wisdom can help anyone take small, meaningful steps toward reaching their fullest potential.

GOALS: A) Help thoughtful individuals of all backgrounds find deeper meaning, purpose, and personal success through a connection with their Higher Power (Hashem). B) Reignite joy and inspiration in Torah learning for practicing Jews. C) Provide top-tier, engaging programs for fundraising, education, and outreach events.

MOST POPULAR LECTURES

• A Shrek of a Trek – The Wild Path to Success and Sanity of Hollywood Screenwriter From born Jew, to Christian youth worker, to blockbusting screenwriter with a rich, Torah Observant lifestyle, David’s hilarious and moving tale will help you find that we can ALL take ONE step closer to our fullest potential… ANY time. …

• Why Pray When You Can Worry? – Tips From Hollywood For Finding Peace Under Pressure. High-stakes production stories, starring celebrities and David’s own family, sprinkled with some wisdom from our sages, help you laugh away some stress and regain a touch of sanity.

• Screenplay by Moses & Me (or, Stealing From Best). How Jewish Thought Makes David’s Work Look Good, And Your Life Look Better.

• Who’s Mining the Mind? – Tips from the Torah & Hollywood for Facing Down Procrastination to Achieve your Goals.

• Creative Writing 101 – A fun interactive workshop for the writer in you.

Press & PR Support Available

PREVIOUS ENGAGEMENTS

JLI National Jewish Retreat – Washington DC/Palm Springs  •  Sinai Indaba, Johannesburg & Cape Town, S. Africa  •  Encounter Jewish Conference, London  •  “70 Windows” Outreach Conf., Istanbul – KEYNOTE  •  Insight/NYU Faith in Film Seminar – KEYNOTE  •  Jewish Learning Exchange, London  •  Ramon Llull University, Barcelona  •  J.A.M/Ashreinu, UCLA, Jerusalem & J.E.T. Ottawa  •  Young Israel of Scarsdale & Park East Synagogue, NY  •  OLAMI SUMMIT – Sao Paulo, Brazil•  TRIBEFEST – J-Feds of North America – KEYNOTE  •   NATIONAL PRAYER LUNCHEON – Yakota Air Base, Japan•  Ma’ale Film School, Jerusalem  •  Jews For Judaism, Annual Banquet, LA  •  Int’l Aish Events (U.S., Mexico, Israel & Beyond)  •  Torah Day School of Atlanta, GA – Annual Banquet  •  Kollels of Norfolk, Seattle, Milwaukee & Phoenix  •  Chabad (US, Canada, Greece, Turkey, France, Japan & more)  •  Aish Partners Conference, NJ – KEYNOTE  •  PESACH TOURS – Afikomen, World Wide Kosher, Upscale Getaways & GilTravel  •  Jewish Fed. MASTER CLASS in Writing LA/Tel Aviv  •  Numerous other groups & schools  

REVIEWS

“I have so much wonderful feedback about your talks in particular. You made a great impression on lots of people and created a tremendous Kiddush Hashem.”
– Rabbi Warren Goldstein, Chief Rabbi, South Africa

“Thank you for your amazing presentation, David! People have been thanking me all week. Consensus: Best National Prayer Luncheon in Yokota history.”
– Lt. Col. Rabbi Joseph Friedman, Chaplain, USAF Yokota Base, Japan

“You were engaging, entertaining, and inspiring. I am really focusing on my “Echad” in Shema in a very different way. Thank you for everything!”
– Rabbi Jonathan Morgenstern, Young Israel of Scarsdale

FEES

Local day schools Free (sub. to availability)
1 hour Zoom Lecture $1,000
Mid-level Orgs (requiring overnight stay) $2,500
Mid-level Orgs (same-day travel access) $2,000
Weekend Retreat (Shabbaton) $3,000
Large Organizations/Events $5,000
Emcee Fundraiser & Special Events Quotes Available

Plus business class air, executive quality hotel and incidentals.

MORE REVIEWS

“In ratio to all the time I spend searching for answers and insight, the clarity provided by your seminar was outstanding.”
– Adam Deutch, NSCY West Coast Regional Conf.

“Your talk was a huge success and started off a great speaker series for us in St. Louis. People are still talking about it and I am sure our students will continue talking about it.”
– Rabbi Gershon Litt, St. Louis

“The students LOVED him – he completely dazzled and many stayed to shmooze. He was very gracious and a great, dynamic, impressive speaker.”
– Rachel Eden, Jewish Awareness Movement, USC

“A rare combination of depth and humor that totally captures the crowd. Two thumbs up! David, thanks again!!”
– Rabbi Moshe Zeret, Founder/Director, Ashreinu & JAM

MOST POPULAR LECTURES

• A Shrek of a Trek – The Wild Path to Success and Sanity of a Hollywood Screenwriter – From hyperactive, average kid, to blockbusting screenwriter with a rich faith-based life, David’s hilarious and inspiring tale will help you see that we can ALL overcome personal challenges to take ONE step closer to our fullest potential… ANY time. …

• Why Pray When You Can Worry? – Tips From Show Biz For Your Biz – High-stakes, big budget production stories, starring celebrities and David’s family, sprinkled with some wisdom from the ages, help you laugh away some stress and regain a touch of sanity.

• The Screenplay by Moses & Me (or, Stealing From Best) How Biblical Thoughts and Ideas Make David’s Work Look Good, And Your Life Look Better.

• Who’s Mining the Mind? – Some tools and tricks of the trade that one’s brain march forward even when it seems there are no ideas in sight. #FacingDownProcrastination.

• Custom topics– may be available for your event by request.

Press & PR Support Available

REVIEWS

“David, I have just left an Insight Board meeting at Manchester Uni where your name was rightly praised to the heavens. You were a complete star. Thanks!”
– Michael Wakelin, Director, The Cambridge Coexist Programme

“The presentation you did for our seniors at their commencement was awesome, and the lunch time together afterwards was an incredible blessing.”
– Jay Greer – President & CEO, Compass Arts Christian College

“I have so much wonderful feedback about your talks in particular. You made a great impression on lots of people!”
– Dr. Warren Goldstein, Chief Rabbi, South Africa

“Your talk was both hysterical and profound – certainly one of the best presentations I’ve heard, and I’ve heard quite a few!”
– Mark Erblum, Nationlight Productions

“Thank you for your amazing presentation, David! People have been thanking me all week. Consensus: Best National Prayer Luncheon in Yokota history.”
– Lt. Col. Joseph Friedman, Chaplain, USAF Yokota Base, Japan

PREVIOUS ENGAGEMENTS

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, 4Oth Anniversary – Tokyo  •  Compass Arts Christian College – Graduation Address  •  “70 Windows” Faith Conf., Istanbul – KEYNOTE  •  Insight/NYU Faith in Film Seminar – KEYNOTE  •  NATIONAL PRAYER LUNCHEON – Yakota Air Base, Japan  •  Biola Christian College – Communications Seminar  •  Pepperdine Univ., Bus. & Comm Divs. Grad Address  •  Brentwood Presbyterian Church, California  •  Adelaide Road Presbyterian Church, Dublin, Ireland  •  Saint John’s Presbyterian Church, Los Angeles  •  Community Presbyterian Church, Venturia, California  •   Numerous other groups & schools & churches

FEES

Local day schools Free (sub. to availability)
1 hour Zoom Lecture: $1,000
Mid-level Orgs (requiring overnight stay): $2,500
Mid-level Orgs (same-day travel access): $2,000
Weekend Retreat: $3,000
Large Organizations/Events: $5,000
Emcee Fundraiser & Special Events Quotes Available

Plus business class air, executive quality hotel and incidentals.