Michael Kelly | Keynote Speaker & Technology Leader
Practical, engaging presentations on cybersecurity, technology, and resilient leadership for organizations with a mission worth protecting.
Invite Michael to SpeakMeet Your Speaker
Founder & CEO of Sparkwave IT Service. U.S. Navy veteran. Technology leader. Community-minded educator.
Michael brings 20 years of United States Navy service and hands-on technology leadership to conversations about cybersecurity, organizational readiness, accountability, and change.
Throughout his military career, Michael worked in demanding technical and operational environments where communication, preparedness, and leadership directly affected mission success.
Today, as Founder and CEO of Sparkwave IT Service LLC, he helps organizations align technology with their mission, strengthen their teams, and make informed decisions in an increasingly connected world.
Based in Auburn, Indiana, Michael is available for business conferences, chamber events, leadership programs, professional associations, nonprofit gatherings, and community events throughout Northeast Indiana and beyond.
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Signature Presentations
Every audience brings different challenges. Michael's presentations connect real-world experience with practical insights that leaders and teams can apply long after the event ends.
When innovation serves purpose.
Technology should strengthen an organization's mission, not distract from it. This presentation explores how leaders can evaluate emerging technologies, manage organizational change, and make investments that serve their people and long-term goals.
Ideal for: Business leaders, nonprofit executives, entrepreneurs, and community organizations.
Cybersecurity is a leadership responsibility.
Most organizations don't plan to experience a cybersecurity incident. But every organization makes daily decisions that affect its exposure to risk.
Michael explores common threats, the human side of cybersecurity, and practical steps organizations can take to improve preparedness before a crisis occurs.
Ideal for: Chambers of commerce, small businesses, professional associations, and leadership events.
Lessons from 20 years of military service.
Plans change. Challenges emerge. People look to leaders for direction.
Drawing from his Navy career, Michael explores accountability, trust, adaptability, and the importance of developing teams capable of navigating uncertainty without losing sight of their mission.
Ideal for: Leadership conferences, veteran organizations, management teams, and professional development events.
Speaking Formats
From a chamber luncheon to a regional conference, presentations can be adapted to fit your event, audience, and desired outcomes.
30 to 45 minutes
A focused, engaging presentation designed to challenge thinking, introduce meaningful ideas, and provide memorable takeaways.
15 to 25 minutes
Ideal for business luncheons, networking organizations, association meetings, and special community programs.
60 to 90 minutes
Extended sessions that allow for audience discussion, practical examples, questions, and application.
Beyond the Keynote
A keynote can introduce a new perspective. Training helps an organization put that perspective into practice.
Through Sparkwave IT Service, Michael also offers practical workshops covering cybersecurity awareness, Microsoft 365, responsible AI adoption, and technology readiness for small businesses and nonprofits.
Explore Training ProgramsPractical instruction designed around your team's experience, technology, and organizational goals.
Build knowledge, strengthen confidence, and leave with clear next steps.
Plan Your Event
Whether you're organizing a conference, chamber luncheon, professional development program, or community event, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss your goals.
Share your event date, location, audience, preferred topic, and desired outcomes. We'll follow up to discuss availability, presentation format, and event details.
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Michael's Speaker Kit includes: