Seeing the Person, Building the Bridge to Connect in a Divided World
“Sebastian is an engaging speaker with the ability to relate to a variety of attendees, in alignment with topics and goals.”
- Kynnie Martin, Xcel Energy
U.S. Army Public Affairs Veteran
Entrepreneur
Storyteller
LGBTQ+
Sebastian Dziuk is a dynamic keynote speaker, LGBTQ+ U.S. Army Veteran, and master storyteller who transforms how people connect in today's divided world. Drawing from his unique experience as a Public Affairs Sergeant, Sebastian delivers powerful insights on building authentic relationships and fostering meaningful dialogue across differences.
Since 2021, Sebastian has inspired audiences, combining personal vulnerability with actionable strategies that audiences can immediately implement. His interactive approach creates safe spaces for authentic sharing, resulting in stronger teams, expanded networks, and organizational growth.
When not on stage, Sebastian channels his communication expertise into Dziuk Studios LLC, an email marketing agency dedicated to helping professional speakers amplify their message and impact.
With warmth, humor, and military precision, Sebastian Dziuk doesn't just talk about connection—he creates it, leaving audiences transformed and ready to bridge divides in their personal and professional lives.
Contributing author to:
Thriving in Business: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Entrepreneur
Signature Talks
Connecting in a Divided World: How Sharing Stories Can Bring Us Together
We’re missing the human factor when it comes to connecting today. The divides may seem wide, but they are not impassable.
Using his background as an LGBTQ+ Public Affairs Sergeant in the U.S. Army, Sebastian brings the audience on a journey of finding connection in unlikely places, support when it matters most, and ultimately bringing an open heart and mind to every interaction.
Why this keynote?
You’ll leave inspired to connect with people in your personal and professional life in a new way and with the prompts to help you do it.
You’ll have a more connected team that works together better to create a larger impact.
You’ll know how to make new connections outside of your organization that will impact your organization through donations, partnerships, membership and more.
Sebastian engages the audience through thoughtful questions, encourages interaction, and brings a new level of vulnerability to create a space where the audience can be vulnerable themselves.
“Sebastian is an engaging and interactive presenter who truly embodies his beliefs in building connections with others. By sharing his personal experiences he encourages vulnerability from attendees in order to build meaningful connections.” — Ashley Kimmell, School Based Services Specialist, Fernbrook Family Center
A Small Business Owner’s Crash Course in Email Marketing
Learn the 5 things you need to know to create a lead magnet, build your email list, and nurture your audience so that they want to do business with you (and so they refer you to their friends).
This program is perfect for associations that serve small business owners and Chambers of Commerce.
Why this talk?
Understand why you should build an email list (even more important than a social media following)
Generate lead magnet ideas that you can start creating today to build your email
Learn how to sell to your audience through education, not pitching
Discover the power of an Educational Email Course
Learn how to build a relationship with your email list through consistent emails
This is an educational talk that can be in the style of a keynote, webinar, workshop, or fireside chat.
"Invaluable reminder on the importance of email." — Connie, Quorum: Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce