Key Notes, Break-Outs & Trainings

Jonathan Boyar

Jonathan was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and is a second-generation Nursing Home Administrator, following his father’s footsteps. However, like any good son, he went to school for something different and starting his career in the hospitality industry after earning both his Bachelors in Hotel Administration and MBA from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.  

While he enjoyed the hospitality industry, he soon learned his passion was in senior living and first became licensed in 2007. While working for a few organizations, he gained the opportunity to become licensed in multiple states including Washington, Oregon, Colorado, California, Utah and Arizona. Later, he became the first person in Nevada to earn a NAB HSE (Health Services Executive) license which combines 3 separate licenses into one: a Skilled Nursing Administrator, Assisted Living Administrator and Home Care/Hospice Administrator.  

Jonathan pulls from his various experiences in life and work to include: theater, dance, sports, leadership coaching, hospitality, D.I.S.C. training and more. This coupled with his voracious reading habit, allows him to bring captivating and unique speaking topics to audiences and groups alike. His aim is to provide insightful, thought provoking and entertaining sessions to all.

Using Improv to Improve

Session Description:

Unleash the power of improvisational theater to elevate your leadership skills in this dynamic and interactive keynote using key concepts from Improv theater and the acclaimed book "Yes, And".

In this session, you will discover how the core tenets of improv—such as embracing uncertainty, listening actively, and following the follower—can be applied to enhance your leadership effectiveness. Through engaging exercises and real-world examples, we will demonstrate how adopting an improvisational mindset can help you navigate challenges, build stronger teams, and drive innovation.

Some Key Concepts:

  • The “Yes, and..” strategy

  • Overcoming a fear of public speaking

  • The power of listening

  • Leading without leading

Warning: This session may result in laughing, smiling and

all-around having a good time. Use at your own risk.

Making Moments Matter

Session Description:

Discover the transformative power of defining moments in our lives and learn how to create them in this inspiring keynote session pulling key concepts from the best-selling book "The Power of Moments". This session will take you on a journey through the science and stories behind the moments that change our lives, shape our memories, and drive personal and organizational success. Using the four elements that make moments impactful: elevation, insight, pride, and connection, we will identify opportunities for you to create moments that matter for your team, your customers and your organization allowing you to create a culture and experience that will allow you to differentiate yourself from others.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand the Anatomy of Memorable Moments:

  • Identify potential “moments” in your organization

  • How to make them memorable

Thanks for the Feedback… I Think

Session Description:

Feedback is the cornerstone of personal and professional growth, yet most of us struggle with receiving it and giving it effectively. This enlightening session pulls together transformative insights from several sources, such as the book "Thanks for the Feedback", “Let’s Talk” and others. Together, we’ll delve into the art of giving and receiving feedback in a way that fosters growth, learning, and meaningful improvement. By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to embrace feedback with gratitude and turn it into a powerful catalyst for growth. You’ll leave equipped with the confidence and skills to seek, receive, and utilize feedback to propel your personal and professional journey forward.

Some Key Highlights:

  • Understanding different types of feedback

  • Identifying and navigating feedback triggers

  • Roadblocks to good feedback