Mark Papadas
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Mark Papadas is an author, speaker, and creator of I AM 4 Kids, an innovative children’s empowerment program that is revolutionizing elementary education. After years of training and coaching adults, he’s delivering those same self-empowerment tools to children.
Being blessed to work in the self-development field for over 20 years, working with and for such leaders as Brian Tracy, Zig Ziglar, and Anthony Robbins, Mark has been witness to countless success stories by those who realize their power and achieve their goals using proven tools and strategies.
When introduced to the concepts of personal growth and self- empowerment in high school, Mark was immediately hooked. Growing up in the 70’s, his parents worked hard to keep food on the table and make ends meet. Frequently, Mark was in the care of two older brothers – one of which often got his point across with his fists. Many times, he was beaten severely. While it was a difficult period growing up, he learned to control his mind and look inward for strength. Those tough childhood years are the threads that help Mark relate to the challenges many children face today.
Mark’s Career Highlights
• Created I AM 4 Kids – an innovative children’s empowerment program taught in elementary schools teaching each child how to create his/her own empowering identity.
• Authored the book 10 Secrets to Empower Kids & Awaken the Child in You!
- Recipient of 2015 "Focus on Impact" Award
• Nominated for 2013 Chicago Innovation Award for I AM 4 Kids.
• Wrote final chapter in collaborative eBook, "The Way Out...Your Guided Path to Success" with Brian Tracy, Bill Bartmann, Jim Cathcart, Steve Siebold, Hyrum Smith, Marsha Petrie Sue, Ivan Misner, Don Hutson, & others.
• Appeared on stage with legends such as Zig Ziglar and Brian Tracy.
• Hosted live talk radio show - The Motivational Hour - on AM 560 WIND on Sunday mornings from 2005 – 2007 and I AM 4 Kids Radio on VoiceAmerica from 2012-2013.
Mark is bringing his message of identity, empowerment and leadership to the most important people in the world — OUR KIDS!