Gary Westfal Motivational Speaker from Destin, FL

Gary Westfal is a freelance writer, artist, and educator. His extensive government and private sector service experience is evidenced by his intelligent and enthusiastic approach to life and the issues we face today. A licensed air traffic controller, his keen analytical skills and ability to see things from various perspectives has helped to create the foundation of his message that life is a series of chapters, each interspersed with the dynamics of change and exciting possibilities. Gary's personality and charisma are contagious attributes, whether in casual one-on-one conversation or speaking to a large captive audience. His lecture and presentation skills have been best described as confident, engaging, and articulate. It's no wonder, after all; air traffic controllers love to talk. He has enjoyed successes as a published author, speaker, educator, leader and mentor. He is a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has conducted numerous lectures as an adjunct instructor at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Gary's debut novel, has received rave reviews across the spectrum and most recently debuted as an Amazon #1 Best Seller in the Thriller genre. A self-proclaimed spy novel with a sci-fi twist, Dream Operative has been highly regarded as the next best thing to emerge on the thriller/mystery scene. The book is published under his own label, Westfal Publishing & Graphics, LLC and is principally distributed via Amazon Corporation. Diversity and depth are terms that best describe the character and content of Gary's artistic talent. His images captivate imagination and evoke emotions that resonate with a diverse audience around the world. His art has appeared in such places as the halls of the Chicago Police Department, foreign embassies, obscure combat bunkers, Arabian palaces, and the walls of family and friends. His images convey an unmistakable connection he has with the human spirit and project the depth of his passion in the free-form expression of this medium. When Gary isn't busy honing his speaking skills or writing the next novel, he can be found somewhere on the beach enjoying a spectacular Florida sunset with his wife, Janeen.