Presentation Services – Inspiring Minds, Igniting Change
Jason Paden offers engaging, heartfelt presentations tailored for schools, agencies, businesses, and events, sharing his personal journey of mental health recovery—from years of profound struggle to a life rebuilt through imagination, purpose, and resilience. With honesty, humor, and hope, Jason brings audiences into the story of how he overcame schizoaffective disorder and transformed his challenges into fuel for innovation. Today, he channels that journey into real-world solutions through the OopsLoop, a creative phone gadget that’s also the foundation for a developing fundraising opportunity for non-profit organizations that support individuals with mental health challenges. His talks also introduce the world of Quirkz, colorful cartoon characters that represent real emotional struggles, and QuirkWork, a powerful framework that uses creativity and self-awareness to build mental strength and coping skills. Jason’s presentations are not only uplifting—they’re unforgettable, offering a unique blend of inspiration, education, and practical hope for audiences of all ages.
Here are some places that Jason has presented through the years...
Jason started presenting as a trained NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) IOOV Presenter approximately 15 years ago. Since then he's gone on to create and develop his own multimedia presentation program involving his journey through Recovery from major mental illness which interestingly leads to his creative endeavors including the invention of the OopsLoop and creation of the Quirkz.
Previous Speaking Engagements
He's spoken throughout upstate New York at the NAMI NYS Educational Conference in Albany, various NAMI fundraising functions, SUNY Albany School of Public Health, SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY Oneonta, SUNY Hartwick, Herkimer College, Fulton Montgomery Community College, Binghamton MHA Brighter Days, St. Johnsville Junior and High School, Mayfield High School, Margaretteville Health Fair, Roxbury Art and Wellness Day, Hope Rocks in Saugerties, Holcim plant in Ravena as well as panel discussions at SUNY Oneonta and most recently at the NYS Museum - to name a few.
