Lead with Clarity. Perform with Purpose. Go One Step Closer™

Keynotes that inspire leaders and teams to master the fundamentals, harness the power of small improvements, and deliver extraordinary results in the moments that matter most.

Most high-achievers get stuck at good because they chase

COMPLEXITY and OVERLOOK THE FUNDAMENTALS.


I solve the gap between COMPETENCE and MASTERY

- showing individuals and organizations how to achieve

WORLD-CLASS EXCELLENCE


by MASTERING THE BASICS and applying the 2% refinements that

elevate performance beyond the ordinary and GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE.

Through powerful stories, actionable frameworks, and the

ONE STEP CLOSER™ MODEL, I reveal how mastering fundamentals

and refining the smallest details unlocks SUSTAINABLE EXCELLENCE.


Audiences leave equipped with the MINDSET, TOOLS, AND DAILY DISCIPLINES

to elevate their performance, outpace the competition,

and BUILD A CULTURE of CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT


—  ONE STEP AT A TIME.

Hi! I am Gregory

– an internationally acclaimed violinist, recording artist, and leadership keynote speaker.


In any high-stakes moment – whether you’re leading a corporate team through change, guiding executives at a leadership summit, or stepping onto a world stage – success comes down to one question:


Are you ready to perform when it matters most?


By 26, I had made my Carnegie Hall debut. But what defined my career wasn’t the spotlight – it was the invisible work: mastering fundamentals, refining the details others overlook, and delivering under pressure again and again.

Over two decades performing for Presidents, Fortune 500 executives, and sold-out international audiences taught me that mastery – in leadership, music, or business – is never an accident. It’s the result of deliberate practice, precise preparation, and the mindset to show up fully when the spotlight is brightest.


Today, I help leaders and teams do the same. Through my One Step Closer™ keynote program, I teach organizations how to build cultures where fundamentals drive innovation, small improvements create lasting competitive advantage, and every person feels empowered to rise in the moments that matter most.


Because whether you’re holding a violin bow or presenting in the boardroom, true impact comes from tuning in, stepping up, and striking the right note exactly when it counts.

"He is truly inspirational. His performances not only command the audience’s attention but impart relevant insights that seamlessly integrate with the essence of his music."


— Michael Dowling, CEO, Northwell Health 

“Gregory is an amazing violinist who enthralled our corporate audiences from the first note through the second encore. He does everything necessary to understand the audience and the client—just superb.”


— Marie Slattery, Former Head of Marketing, Shannon Group

“Greg was fantastic! With his performance and narrative, everyone was engaged and inspired from the very beginning. His passion and ability to communicate to a room was inspiring to see.”


— Rebecca Harrington, CEO, The Leadership Institute

“He has a unique ability to make his message resonate with diverse audiences—from U.S. Presidents to sports stars and celebrities. Humorous, eloquent, and professional, he takes an audience on a journey.”


— Dave Evans, Managing Director, Pivotal Corporate

“Greg made an instant connection with the audience and took them on a journey through his storytelling and artistry. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive about the impact of the performance.”


— Thomas McGinn, MD MPH, EVP, CommonSpirit Health

KEYNOTE

One Step Closer™ explores how tiny, deliberate improvements compound into lasting competitive advantage. Your teams will learn a simple framework to master the fundamentals, identify their 2%, and lead with presence when it matters most.

This program is perfect for leaders and teams:

  • Executive teams seeking clarity, consistency, and culture in high-performance environments.
Organizations navigating change or rapid growth that need people to think creatively, lead decisively, and deliver without burnout.
  • Sales, marketing, and innovation teams ready to turn small, intentional refinements into transformational results.
  • Leadership retreats and offsites where inspiration and emotional resonance matter as much as actionable strategy.

The audience will leave with:

  • A high-performance mindset—modeled after elite musicians—where consistency and excellence are the standard.
  • A blueprint for breakthrough results by mastering the small 2% shifts that drive exponential growth.
  • Tools for calm, confident leadership under pressure—so teams perform at their best when it matters most.
  • A renewed connection to purpose and performance—where every action inspires and elevates others.
  • A culture of mastery—where excellence isn’t just expected, it’s lived.

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