Mr. Chessar's speech, entitled " A Quest for Confidence: My Journey in Facing Fear" is a personal tale about his own challenges learning to function and speak in public. Born with a hearing disability that required numerous surgeries to correct, Mr. Chessar's youth was spent overcoming a hearing related speech impediment that left him both shy and unable to be comfortable in social situations. Fin
ding refuge in relating to people through magic, Mr. Chessar found the skills and courage to function and eventually flourish in public situations. As an accomplished magician, he participated in and won a major national speaking competition … the Kin Canada National Public Speaking Award. Chessar is also the recipient of the City of Peterborough Cultural Award of Merit. Chessar's melding of his compelling personal journey with his entertaining use of sleight of hand and manipulation during his address captivates audiences and brings them to their feet in recognition of both his personal journey and his outstanding delivery and skill.
“I would recommend Mr. Chessar as an excellent speaker. I do not think that his skills are limited to one topic or area, rather, I feel that his story and his speaking skills have broad application and are accessible to many audiences.”
Tim Fletcher, PhD
School of Human Kinetics and Recreation
Memorial University of Newfoundland
