Stephen F. Kaufman delivers value. An acknowledged master speaker and educator, a teacher of ancient wisdom made practical for contemporary global society, he is a speaker who entertains and educates audiences and groups by presenting the notions of what the ancient masters meant. What Kaufman says is significant in the overall acceptance of self-understanding and mutual cooperation worldwide.

An authority on negotiation, management, motivation training, personal development, and spiritual ascension technique, he provides functional solutions that empower audiences to turn all challenges: real and imaginary emanating from the worlds of business, military, and personal endeavor, into viable opportunity by demonstrating definitive working techniques that bring about advantageous results. His books have sold over 1,000,000 copies worldwide and have been translated into many languages including French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, and Chinese. They are acclaimed as the finest interpretations to date.

Mr. Kaufman speaks with true understanding of the lessons taught by the ancients and focuses on the immediate needs of contemporary corporations and groups. His books are considered essential reading for individuals and organizations interested in progressive managerial and motivational development, including personal life enhancement skills.

Acknowledged as Shodai Soke, a True Founding Father of American Karate, and one of the world's most honored martial arts masters and teachers, he was elected to the title and rank of Hanshi, 10th Dan, the most prestigious accomplishment in the martial arts world in 1991 by international peer associations. He has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Lifetime Achievement Cup, denoting 50 years of service to the arts and the unprecedented International Martial Arts Assn. award as Distinguished Grandmaster and Educator.

A career starting in the 1950's while in the United States Air Force includes teaching and practical experience with law enforcement agencies, NYC Board of Education, Dept. for the Aging, litigation firms, marketing groups, colleges, corporations, community centers and private schools. Widely sought out as a teacher for the new millennium, he has appeared on radio and TV numerous times, has appeared, lectured, and taught at Brooklyn College, Wainwright House, The Learning Annex, many Cablevision networks, Madison Square Garden TV, NYC Board of Education, etc. Entrepreneurial business experience includes seven years as CEO of a commercial collection corporation and seven years as CEO of a computer networking/data firm. He now spends his time traveling, teaching and writing. His seminars are tailored for any audience or strategic objective.