On the stage or virtually, Kelly Skwarcan's presentations will educate & enthrall.
With passion and dynamic storytelling, her expertise brings the Titanic to life as a relevant and meaningful subject for all audiences who experience it. ​
"R.M.S. Titanic: Lasting Legacy, Enduring Impact"
When it comes to dominating the world’s attention, the Titanic is without parallel; 112 years after the disaster, her impact on the modern world, maritime practices, and popular culture is stronger than ever. In the aftermath of the Titan implosion in summer 2023, it has become all the more imperative to consider the close parallels between the Titanic and Titan disasters. Kelly Skwarcan, a Titanic researcher, speaker, and the author of Iron & Ice: The Full Tale of the Titanic will make the case for the Titanic's particular relevance in 2024 and unpack the big-picture questions of “Why Titanic?”—“Why then, now, and in future?” This talk is sure to educate and enthrall both those new to the Titanic’s story and long-time enthusiasts.
"Leadership in Crisis: The Titanic, Carpathia, & Californian"
“Leadership in Crisis: the Titanic, the Carpathia, & the Californian” is an interactive hour-length presentation led by Kelly Skwarcan, the author of Iron & Ice: The Full Tale of the Titanic. Created with Naval ROTC programs in mind, but suitable for all leadership-oriented groups, this talk examines the psychology of leadership in crisis with a little-known piece of the Titanic disaster as a historical case study. Through dynamic storytelling, and small and large group discussion, participants place themselves in the position of junior and senior-level crew members onboard a nearby vessel, which sat unmoving as Titanic’s distress rockets were fired, one by one, into the night sky. The unique integration of psychology, decision-forcing, and history’s most infamous maritime disaster offered by this presentation will both educate and enthrall.
“Titanic 101: Life, Legacy, & Loss”
In “Titanic 101: Life, Legacy, & Loss,” Kelly Skwarcan introduces school-age groups to the Titanic story. Suitable for 3rd through 8th grade, this 60-minute, highly interactive presentation walks students through the essential components of this iconic tragedy, expertly integrating classic Titanic “trivia” with complex sociocultural themes. As a member of the next generation of emerging Titanic thought-leaders, Skwarcan is the perfect person to captivate the budding “Titaniac” that dwells within the minds of so many of today's young people.
General Book Talk & Signing
In this 30-minute talk, Kelly describes her "Titanic origin story" and her decade-long journey to creating this book. She introduces Iron & Ice itself and explains the many ways it is set apart from other adjacent books on the marketplace. This presentation is followed by a Q&A session and book signing.
Titanic Film Screening with Accompanying Intro + Q&A
After interested parties have acquired film rights, Skwarcan is able to serve as the guest speaker at screening events. Before the screening, she will contextualize the overarching topic and introduce the film (previously, A Night to Remember, 1958). Post-viewing, Skwarcan will lead a Q&A session, answering audience questions concerning the film or the Titanic story writ-large. This event format can also be readily paired with a book signing.
All presentations can be customized to fit audience and industry needs. All presentations can be delivered in-person or virtually.
And lots more! Please reach out with your event details, and Kelly will work with you to choose or create a speaking engagement best suited your organization's needs.
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Conferences
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​ROTC Programs
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Corporations
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Educational Institutions (all levels)
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Seminars & Conventions
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Museum Groups