Mind Blowing Keynotes and Creative Breakout Sessions presented by a Master of Connection.JOSHUA ROUTH speaks about CONNECTION. His breakout sessions are focused on CONNECTION. His TEDx Talk, books, articles, blog posts, videos and podcast guest spots are all about CONNECTION. WHY? Because through his entire life, whether trouping in the circus, acting in TV commercials, working a fire line for the US Forest Service, or owning the largest variety arts booking agency in the mid-west he has found the secret to successful teams, getting employee buy-in, recruitment, creating success and engaging audiences is CONNECTION. INVEST IN CONNECTIONJoshua is an expert on giving Mind Blowing Presentations and is a successful entrepreneur with a pretty epic personal story.In his 'INVEST IN CONNECTION' talk he shares valuable lessons he has learned from over 30 years in the circus and variety arts industry. Specifically he shares why Connection is at the core of his success and the focus of all he does. He teaches lessons that will foster engagement, growth and well-being in organizations and teams.RAPID RECONNECTION: The Fast Track to Rebuilding TeamworkAfter years of working from home, your team is probably feeling a little disconnected. They may not know each other as well as they used to, and they may be struggling to collaborate effectively. That's where RAPID RECONNECTION comes in. This program is designed to help teams quickly rebuild the trust, communication, and collaboration skills that they need to succeed.We do this through a series of games, exercises and yes, a few circus skills, that help team members get to know each other again, build rapport, and learn how to work together effectively.Our program is fast-paced, fun, and it's also highly effective!

Manages over 800 events and 50 variety performers as well as performs over 250 shows a year.

Company Member and Preshow Performer

Teacher of theater and Circus Arts, Director of plays for COCA Theater Company, Ballet Eclectica Performer, Interchange Educator, COCAbiz Instructor

Acrobat, Clown, Juggler

Circus Arts Instructor - Chinese Acrobatics, Trampoline, Flying Trapeze, for Corporate Events and Trainings as well as youth programs

Performed events nationally.

Serviced on the Emergency Response Team, working with SEMA, FEMA, CERT and the United States Forest Service as a trail builder and forest fire fighter