Make Meaning. Shape Culture. Lead with Beauty.

Ideas shape how we work, create, and connect. Through talks and workshops, I bring philosophy and aesthetics into real-world contexts—helping people think more clearly, feel more deeply, and approach their work with greater meaning and imagination.

Whether you’re hosting a retreat, leading a team, or curating a public event, I offer experiences that spark reflection, open new perspectives, and leave lasting impact.

How I Work

Every audience is different. That’s why each talk or session is tailored to your goals, culture, and context. Formats range from keynote presentations to interactive workshops, half-day immersions, or multi-session series.

Themes often include:

• The role of beauty in business and leadership
• Aesthetics and workplace culture
• Philosophy as a tool for decision-making and reflection
• Creativity, wonder, and the conditions for flourishing
• Ethical clarity in times of change or uncertainty

I’ve spoken at conferences, design schools, businesses, and cultural organizations—and I love collaborating to shape something that resonates.

Featured Workshops

Aesthetics at Work
How does beauty influence behavior, creativity, and well-being? This workshop explores how environments, rituals, and sensory details shape how we feel and perform at work. Ideal for teams designing their spaces, cultures, or brand experiences.

Aesthetic Paths to Flourishing – Next program on October 5 & 19, 2025
Co-created with Bella Zhang, founder of Artful Banyan Tree, this immersive experience invites participants to explore beauty as a path to well-being, imagination, and connection. Blending philosophy, reflection, and aesthetic engagement, it’s designed for groups seeking depth, renewal, and creative insight.

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Let’s Create Something Thoughtful

If you’re planning an event or want to bring fresh thinking to your team, I’d love to hear more.

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Testimonials

Aesthetics at Work:

“What I truly appreciated about this presentation was the passion and enthusiasm with which it was delivered. The concepts introduced made [me] think and engage in discussions, both internally and with other attendees, about ideas and terms that, although part of our everyday language, we sometimes lack a clear and precise understanding of.”
– Anonymous, Arcaea

“The discussion of aesthetics as a whole was awesome. Really understanding that it is truly a part of being a human and something we may never have really thought of as a fundamental desire for.”
– Anonymous, Arcaea

Aesthetic Paths to Flourishing:

“Aesthetic Paths to Flourishing is a beautifully designed experience that invites you to engage with beauty not as decoration, but as a vital dimension of a flourishing life. Michael and Bella create a thoughtful and reflective space that lingers long after the sessions end.”
– Tony. M

“Various exercises and sharing in breakout rooms created a safe space to explore. Interesting lectures, thoughtful planning, and attention to the details of the course. This course will refine your tastebuds in everyday experiences of beauty!”
– Lisa. E

“This course reminded me of using all senses and discovering that I can make art of my sensory experiences in 5 minutes. If you want to explore and strengthen your Creativity strength by looking for the beautiful things around you, jump on!”
– Maria C.H