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It’s visual. It’s musical. It’s motivational.
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t’s an experience your audience will never forget.

Is your audience ready for more than just inspiration?

​They're craving transformation.​

They need a story that moves them, and a message that equips them.​

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I deliver keynotes that help you:

     • Reignite passion 

     • Lead effectively 

     • Get inspired, become inspiring

My message is built on decades of experience as a photographer to the rock stars, capturing intimate moments with legends like Ringo Starr, Sheila E., and Keith Richards.

 

Through my lens, I witness firsthand the courage, creativity, and resilience that propel the world's biggest music icons to the top.

 

But my stage presence isn’t about celebrity — it’s about what high performers can teach us.

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Drawing from these powerful observations, I developed the ICONS framework, giving audiences tools to empower them with my "daily axioms":

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These are the same principles I’ve seen power iconic careers—and they’re the same principles that will drive your audience to take action long after the applause.

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Signature Talk Outcomes:

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  • Re-energized and reconnected to their purpose

  • Equipped with real, actionable strategies

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I'm here to give your audience not just inspiration, but practical, actionable tools to live with more purpose and courage.

 

Ready to equip your audience with the ICONS framework and spark lasting change?

 

Let's connect.

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Please read the reviews and see for yourself. I can’t wait to join you and your group and help you create an inspirational and memorable event.

Reviews

"Rob Shanahan is truly one of the most interesting, genuine, and entertaining speakers you could hire. We chose him for these reasons and many more. His love of music and passion for photography shines through in his engaging message. We will definitely have him back! Go get him, do something different! - John DeLozier, CRO, C1

"NO ONE better! I suggest reaching out NOW before he is booked for the year!" - Dan DeLozier, Head of Global Channel, LiveVox

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"His Keynote was the most genuine, interesting, entertaining, captivating, and memorable one I have ever heard in my 30+ years working for Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies. I highly recommend him for any corporate, not-for-profit, or industry event. He will captivate your audience and they will not soon forget their experience, it is not the "same old, same old" your audience has come to expect. This is by far something so special and so much more!"  - Janine Soika, SASE Global Business Development Leader

About Me
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ABOUT ME

Inspiring Lives, One Stage at a Time

Fueled by a lifelong passion for music and photography, I've had the privilege of working with some of the world's biggest music icons. Through these experiences, I've gained invaluable insights and developed a set of principles that have shaped my life and career.

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My mission is to share these insights and inspire audiences to pursue their personal and professional lives with passion and unwavering dedication. My captivating keynotes combine personal anecdotes, stunning visuals, and actionable advice, leaving a lasting impact on every listener. 

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Let's create an unforgettable experience together.

APPEARANCES

KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

  • Florida Economic Club - Sarasota

  • C1 - CITE California IT in Education - San Diego

  • National Speakers Association - St. Louis Chapter

  • New Mexico Science and Society Group - Albuquerque

  • ConvergeOne - HXKO - San Diego

  • ConvergeOne - HXKO - New York City

  • ConvergeOne - HXKO - Dallas

  • GRAMMY Museum - VOLUME 2 - Los Angeles

  • LiveVox - Channel Partners - Las Vegas

  • LiveVox - Acceleration Summit - Las Vegas

  • Intelisys - Channel Partners - Las Vegas

  • YPO - Dallas

  • Ciena Corporation - North America SMKO - Boca Raton 

  • Lynn University - Boca Raton

  • CenturyLink - San Diego

  • Purdue University, Herron School of Art - Indianapolis

  • Minnesota State University - Mankato

  • PhotoCon - Los Angeles

  • McNally-Smith School of Music - St. Paul

  • PhotoFest - Seattle

  • PhotoLA - Los Angeles

  • Minneapolis College of Art and Design

  • GRAMMY Museum - VOLUME 1 - Los Angeles

  • West Photo - Minneapolis

  • McNally-Smith School of Music 

  • Beatle Fest - Special Guest - NYC/Chicago

  • Samy’s Camera - Los Angeles 

  • B&H - New York City​

TELEVISION

  • Daily Blast Live - National broadcast - 2024

  • KARE 11 feature - NBC Minneapolis - 2024

  • Twin Cities Live - CBS Minneapolis

  • KARE 11 feature - NBC Minneapolis

  • Daily Blast Live - National broadcast

  • Suncoast News - SNN Sarasota 

  • Good Day LA - FOX Los Angeles 

  • Talk of the Town - FOX Nashville

  • 1 Guest – with Emily Rooney - WGBH Boston

  • The Show - NBC, KARE 11 Minneapolis 

  • FOX 9 Morning News - KMSP Minneapolis

  • Twin Cities Live - CBS Minneapolis

 

PRINT FEATURES

  • SPIN Magazine 

  • Rolling Stone

  • Wall Street Journal

  • USA Today

  • LA Times

  • Chicago Sun-Times

  • Minneapolis Star and Tribune

 

ONLINE 

  • MANY Podcasts, contact for a complete list

Appearances
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Books
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VOLUME 1
Foreword by RINGO STARR

VOLUME 2
Foreword by SHEILA E.
Tribute to CHARLIE WATTS


Epilogue by
KEITH RICHARDS
& SERAPHINA WATTS


9"x13" - 224-page hardcover, packed with my photographs of the world's greatest musicians.

Available for book signings. Excellent handouts/giveaways to your group!

Contact

CONTACT

Melissa Spencer, Speaker Agent

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O: 702-844-2371 C: 407-222-2968

melissa@spencersconsulting.com

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All photographs and content:

© ROB SHANAHAN 2025

ROB SHANAHAN MEDIA LLC

313 Grand Blvd, PO Box 1135, Venice, CA 90294

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