" David has a way of connecting with students the minute he steps in front of them! It does not matter if David is juggling, speaking or singing - there is a powerful message in each element of his performance. His energy is contagious; not only were our students talking about David the next day the staff was as well. Outstanding! "
-Rose Santini, Director of National Programs for Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)
"Your Uniqueness is a Tool to Overcome Your Challenges!"
Each person is unique - no one else can fulfill that person's role.For young people just as for the Koala, uniqueness is both a challenge and a virtue.Each person must find their passion, adapt it, and specialize in it in order to succeed. The Koala - so unique and challenged, yet without its successful adaptation, the world would be a different place. The Youth - so unique and challenged, yet provided with the tools necessary to adapt and specialize for success, and the hope to make the world a different place.
Each person is unique - no one else can fulfill that person's role.
For young people just as for the Koala, uniqueness is both a challenge and a virtue.
Each person must find their passion, adapt it, and specialize in it in order to succeed.
The Koala - so unique and challenged, yet without its successful adaptation, the world would be a different place.
The Youth - so unique and challenged, yet provided with the tools necessary to adapt and specialize for success, and the hope to make the world a different place.
Consider the Koala - Existing on the fringes of the animal kingdom it fulfills a unique, singular, and successful niche. Challenged by its environment, the Koala has adapted and specialized to succeed.Consider The Youth In Today's World - Specialized, Challenged, Unique just Like The Koala.Each person has special gifts and talents that offer not only that person's opportunity for success, but also contribute to the success of society.
Consider the Koala - Existing on the fringes of the animal kingdom it fulfills a unique, singular, and successful niche. Challenged by its environment, the Koala has adapted and specialized to succeed.
Consider The Youth In Today's World - Specialized, Challenged, Unique just Like The Koala.
Each person has special gifts and talents that offer not only that person's opportunity for success, but also contribute to the success of society.
With a consuming love of performance and a passion for both music and juggling, David DiMuzio's numerous high profile credits include NBA halftimes for the Bulls, Raptors, Hornets, and Knicks as well as United States Tennis Association halftime events for Davis Cup and Fed Cup tournaments. In November 2009 David guest starred on the #1 rated comedy show in Italy, Ale e Franz.JugglingAt the age of sixteen years old, David won the 2001 International Jugglers Association World Championships beating out contestants from around the globe to hold the most coveted trophy in the juggling world. He then landed a position as the youngest Headliner in the history of Disney, Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Princess, Kunard, and Norwegian, Cruise Lines. Over the past six years Davids polished act, highlighted by his personable and charismatic stage presence, has taken him to over fifty countries. He's performed on the premier stages of the world (Atlantis Theater, Walt Disney Theater, Whiskey Petes, Frans Hall, The Stardust Theater, etc) spanning five continents. MusicIn 2007 music producer Brad Hill from Los Angeles, CA heard a demo of a few of Davids songs. Moved by Davids talent for storytelling and unique sense of melody, Brad invited him to start recording in his Nashville, TN studios. These sessions culminated in David's critically acclaimed debut album. I Wanna Save The Last Koala Bear. Released internationally in 2009 it sold over 4,000 copies, making it one of the top selling independent releases of 2009. Inspiring the YouthFinding so much success pursuing his own unique passions, David decided to put together a show that would encourage other young people to do the same. Throughout a tour of youth conferences, middle schools, high schools, and colleges The Koala Effect: Your Uniqueness Is A Tool To Overcome Your Challenges! was born.CurrentlyNow juggling to all of his own original music in a Cirque Du Soleil meets Bon Jovi style motivational concert experience, The Koala Effect is the only show of its kind in the world! David is currently receiving rave reviews at colleges, high schools, middle schools, and youth conferences (HOBY, FBLA, PBL, HOSA, BPA, FCCLA, DECA, Student Council, Renaissance) throughout North America and Asia. He continues to push the limits of variety entertainment while blending together a vaudevillian style mastery of his art with a high-energy youthfulness that inspires the hearts and minds of audiences of all ages.
With a consuming love of performance and a passion for both music and juggling, David DiMuzio's numerous high profile credits include NBA halftimes for the Bulls, Raptors, Hornets, and Knicks as well as United States Tennis Association halftime events for Davis Cup and Fed Cup tournaments. In November 2009 David guest starred on the #1 rated comedy show in Italy, Ale e Franz.
Juggling
At the age of sixteen years old, David won the 2001 International Jugglers Association World Championships beating out contestants from around the globe to hold the most coveted trophy in the juggling world. He then landed a position as the youngest Headliner in the history of Disney, Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Princess, Kunard, and Norwegian, Cruise Lines. Over the past six years Davids polished act, highlighted by his personable and charismatic stage presence, has taken him to over fifty countries. He's performed on the premier stages of the world (Atlantis Theater, Walt Disney Theater, Whiskey Petes, Frans Hall, The Stardust Theater, etc) spanning five continents.
Music
In 2007 music producer Brad Hill from Los Angeles, CA heard a demo of a few of Davids songs. Moved by Davids talent for storytelling and unique sense of melody, Brad invited him to start recording in his Nashville, TN studios. These sessions culminated in David's critically acclaimed debut album. I Wanna Save The Last Koala Bear. Released internationally in 2009 it sold over 4,000 copies, making it one of the top selling independent releases of 2009.
Inspiring the Youth
Finding so much success pursuing his own unique passions, David decided to put together a show that would encourage other young people to do the same. Throughout a tour of youth conferences, middle schools, high schools, and colleges The Koala Effect: Your Uniqueness Is A Tool To Overcome Your Challenges! was born.
Currently
Now juggling to all of his own original music in a Cirque Du Soleil meets Bon Jovi style motivational concert experience, The Koala Effect is the only show of its kind in the world! David is currently receiving rave reviews at colleges, high schools, middle schools, and youth conferences (HOBY, FBLA, PBL, HOSA, BPA, FCCLA, DECA, Student Council, Renaissance) throughout North America and Asia. He continues to push the limits of variety entertainment while blending together a vaudevillian style mastery of his art with a high-energy youthfulness that inspires the hearts and minds of audiences of all ages.
From Presenters
From Students
I have been going through some rough times recently, but your presentation and message has helped me get through them. Whether you know it or not, you have greatly helped me. You are truly someone that I look up to.-Mike Porzucek, FBLA State Conference attendeeYou are truly amazing! Thank you for inspiring us.-Gisela Garcia, HOBY Youth Conference AttendeeJust wanted to tell you that you are a big inspiration to me. You made me realize that I should follow my American dream.-RJ, FCCLA conference attendee We loved your performance at Southwest High!!!! Hope youll visit us again!-Stefany, Southwest High SchoolI hope you come back to James Wood High School. You were so funny, I was laughing so hard I was crying.-Holly, James Wood High SchoolToday's show at Haddam-Killingworth High School was spectacular!-Aaron, Haddam-Killingworth High SchoolYou are such an inspiration to everyone you tell your story to even to JCs and seniors like myself. You touched many lives including mine!-Bethany Boyle, HOBY Youth Conference Junior Counselor You were awesome! I listen to your CD now every morning before school! it gets me in a great mood!-Ragen Morin, Housatonic High School Your performance was amazing, and really inspiring for the kids. I really enjoyed your music, it s filled with emotion.-Shannon Purce, Student Teacher, St. Marys SchoolPeople still go around at my school and sing "i wanna save the last koala bear" You're amazing David!!! Please come back!-Savannah Elizabeth, Shelby Middle SchoolWe were all extremely impressed with your show. I now realize that one should pursue their passion no matter what!-Adam Stankiewicz, FBLA State Conference attendee I was feeling really down but hearing your song "Not Alone" made me feel so much better, and really made me think of life in a different picture. Thank you so much! -Nichole, FBLA State Conference attendee Listening to your life story inspired me to try and finish high school. I was going to drop out, but you changed my mind.-Sierra, FBLA District Conference attendeeYou showed a successful dream in this complete vivid view. It was way different from reading books you actually came and proved that point to us. You showed us your dreams and how they are now your job.-Ashley, DECA Conference attendee You Have INSPIRED Me!!! -Jessica, Boyd Christian SchoolRecently life has been stressful and really hard for me. You definitely encouraged me to not give up on my dreams with what you said today.-Jane, University of FloridaDavid, you truly are super-talented, and have a great message! You rocked the house at Mid FL HOBY, and we absolutely loved it! I hope to see you again next year!-Natasha, HOBY Mid-Florida attendee STELLAR job at KY HOBY this past week! I have never been so engrossed in a speaker, and trust me... I've listened to my fair share of them! haha.-Adam, HOBY KY attendeeI LOVED, LOVED, LOVED your performance! Your story and everything that you spoke about was really inspiring...and I'm glad that the ambassadors and I got to hear that. Thanks so much!-Nmeli, HOBY KY ambassador I added your fan page! Even though you're booking these huge gigs and what not, you're still an actual real guy, and I think that is o-u-t-s-t-a-n-d-i-n-g! Stay awesome David, you dont meet many people like you!- Emily, HOBY KY attendeeQuite possibly the coolest performance I've ever seen.-Will, HOBY KY attendeeYour message really inspired me to go for my dreams. I hope someday to be an international journalist, and I realize now that it isn't out of my reach! - Lindsay Ohlemeier, FCCLA Conference attendeeI saw you at the Arkansas HOBY conference and fell in love with your act. You are so talented! Both your music and juggling blew me away. Thanks for just being awesome!-Leslie Jones, HOBY AR attendeeI don't think I've ever seen an audience as engaged as when you performed and spoke, it was really great!-Kendall Edward Latham, HOBY KY advisorI think I speak for most everyone at Victory Junction Gang Camp, when I say that you are an inspiration to us all in every way. With all are love and blessing, thanks!-Joe Scrypt Barker, Victory Junction CampYour performance was truly incredible, and the message you shared about being unique was truly inspiring. My time at WLC was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, and your time, talent, and love greatly contributed to this.-Kara OMara, HOBY World Leadership Congress
I have been going through some rough times recently, but your presentation and message has helped me get through them. Whether you know it or not, you have greatly helped me. You are truly someone that I look up to.
-Mike Porzucek, FBLA State Conference attendee
You are truly amazing! Thank you for inspiring us.
-Gisela Garcia, HOBY Youth Conference Attendee
Just wanted to tell you that you are a big inspiration to me. You made me realize that I should follow my American dream.
-RJ, FCCLA conference attendee
We loved your performance at Southwest High!!!! Hope youll visit us again!
-Stefany, Southwest High School
I hope you come back to James Wood High School. You were so funny, I was laughing so hard I was crying.
-Holly, James Wood High School
Today's show at Haddam-Killingworth High School was spectacular!
-Aaron, Haddam-Killingworth High School
You are such an inspiration to everyone you tell your story to even to JCs and seniors like myself. You touched many lives including mine!
-Bethany Boyle, HOBY Youth Conference Junior Counselor
You were awesome! I listen to your CD now every morning before school! it gets me in a great mood!
-Ragen Morin, Housatonic High School
Your performance was amazing, and really inspiring for the kids. I really enjoyed your music, it s filled with emotion.
-Shannon Purce, Student Teacher, St. Marys School
People still go around at my school and sing "i wanna save the last koala bear" You're amazing David!!! Please come back!
-Savannah Elizabeth, Shelby Middle School
We were all extremely impressed with your show. I now realize that one should pursue their passion no matter what!
-Adam Stankiewicz, FBLA State Conference attendee
I was feeling really down but hearing your song "Not Alone" made me feel so much better, and really made me think of life in a different picture. Thank you so much!
-Nichole, FBLA State Conference attendee
Listening to your life story inspired me to try and finish high school. I was going to drop out, but you changed my mind.
-Sierra, FBLA District Conference attendee
You showed a successful dream in this complete vivid view. It was way different from reading books you actually came and proved that point to us. You showed us your dreams and how they are now your job.
-Ashley, DECA Conference attendee
You Have INSPIRED Me!!!
-Jessica, Boyd Christian School
Recently life has been stressful and really hard for me. You definitely encouraged me to not give up on my dreams with what you said today.
-Jane, University of Florida
David, you truly are super-talented, and have a great message! You rocked the house at Mid FL HOBY, and we absolutely loved it! I hope to see you again next year!
-Natasha, HOBY Mid-Florida attendee
STELLAR job at KY HOBY this past week! I have never been so engrossed in a speaker, and trust me... I've listened to my fair share of them! haha.
-Adam, HOBY KY attendee
I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED your performance! Your story and everything that you spoke about was really inspiring...and I'm glad that the ambassadors and I got to hear that. Thanks so much!
-Nmeli, HOBY KY ambassador
I added your fan page! Even though you're booking these huge gigs and what not, you're still an actual real guy, and I think that is o-u-t-s-t-a-n-d-i-n-g! Stay awesome David, you dont meet many people like you!
- Emily, HOBY KY attendee
Quite possibly the coolest performance I've ever seen.
-Will, HOBY KY attendee
Your message really inspired me to go for my dreams. I hope someday to be an international journalist, and I realize now that it isn't out of my reach!
- Lindsay Ohlemeier, FCCLA Conference attendee
I saw you at the Arkansas HOBY conference and fell in love with your act. You are so talented! Both your music and juggling blew me away. Thanks for just being awesome!
-Leslie Jones, HOBY AR attendee
I don't think I've ever seen an audience as engaged as when you performed and spoke, it was really great!
-Kendall Edward Latham, HOBY KY advisor
I think I speak for most everyone at Victory Junction Gang Camp, when I say that you are an inspiration to us all in every way. With all are love and blessing, thanks!
-Joe Scrypt Barker, Victory Junction Camp
Your performance was truly incredible, and the message you shared about being unique was truly inspiring. My time at WLC was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, and your time, talent, and love greatly contributed to this.
-Kara OMara, HOBY World Leadership Congress
The comment heard over and over "He was the best speaker we have ever had!" We were captivated by his performance!Nancy BlairFlorida FBLA, Conference CoordinatorDavid mesmerized our FCCLA members and advisers while sharing the message that with hard work and dedication each of us has the ability to accomplish great things. David's keynote presentation was a hit!Patti KrattenmakerColorado FCCLA, State AdvisorDavid's engaging, dynamic presentation empowered students to live their dreams, all while the students were laughing hysterically and hanging on every word and lyric of Davids presentation.Jen StaleyCO HOSA, State AdvisorThe students and adults who attended your sessions not only enjoyed your presentation, but also left with a clear focus and added enthusiasm. Sue FisherPA FCCLA, State FacilitatorDavid has a unique, exciting and entertaining venue for inspiring us to set high goals. David DiMuzio exemplifies the result of hard work and perseverance.Dianna BridgesPrincipal, Shelby High SchoolYou were a true gift to us here at Sacred Heart School. . Keep touching lives and inspiring children and adults! Thank you, thank you, thank you!Angela JohnstonPrincipal, Sacred Heart SchoolIf you are looking for a speaker who is both entertaining and inspiring. David DiMuzio is THE BEST!Earl SantymireMiddle College High School, 29 years teaching experienceThe students could not stop talking about how great the show was. They said it was "The best rally they'd ever attended!"Tami SmithFlorida FBLA, AdvisorA wonderful production! You are an amazing young man.Martha Jo Schexneider LA PBL State AdvisorI used your quote yesterday to inspire my classes. You are reaching kids in Kings Mountain even when you are not in the state!Dan PotterRenaissance Program Advisor, Kings Mountain High SchoolBoth members and advisers all enjoyed him and many emailed later that day to express what a great rally it had been. I highly recommend David.Marilyn KrausFlorida FBLA, District 16 SponsorDavid's presentation has the energy to hold the attention of young students and the edge and humor to engage older students.Marianna DavisPrincipal K-12, Gaston Day School David has an extremely unique talent in the way that he joins his music, juggling, and inspirational message. He kept the audience at our BPA conference continually excited.Daniel MartinBusiness Professional of America (BPA), Florida Conference CoordinatorGreat message for our students, very entertaining, and inspiring! Much more fun than our typical assemblies, You Rock!Nicole TeleseSouthport Middle School, Assembly CoordinatorYou are great speaker and I really enjoyed meeting you. My students were really impressed and loved you too!Allison BambergerConnersville High School, IN (FACS)His enthusiasm, energy, and passion immediately captured the attention of the students. David's message was exactly what we needed, and set a great tone for the rest of the weekend.Tim RobinsonLeadership Conference Coordinator, HOBY ArkansasWe were looking for a unique, high-energy performer to motivate and energize our students ...David DiMuzio provided just that!Tim RoyPrincipal, Webster County High SchoolDavid blew us away! Everyone felt a connection with him!Amy MilliganPTA Vice President, Blythe Academy SchoolOne of the students wrote about "infectious positivity" in their thank you note. You certainly contributed to that!Karen NiceLeadership Conference Coordinator, HOBY MissouriYour presentation was awesome and loved by everyone. Many students and advisers said it was "The Best Fall Leadership Workshop ever!" Mina Ayers NH FBLA, SLC CoordinatorDavid DiMuzio entertained and challenged our young people in a very special way. Davids presentation is truly an asset to schools and students.Stephen R FisherPrincipal, Kings Mountain Middle SchoolThe young adults at Victory Junction loved your show, and the message you gave them. Thank you so much for being an inspiration. You Rock! Adelia SmithermanCounselor, Victory Junction CampThanks again for a great performance. I heard people singing I Wanna Save The Last Koala Bear for days! Heather DemereProgram Coordinator, The Scooter Store New Braunfels, TXThank you and your band so much for your participation in the program. You truly rocked the house! Tammie WilsonEvent Coordinator, KY PRIDE
The comment heard over and over "He was the best speaker we have ever had!" We were captivated by his performance!
Nancy Blair
Florida FBLA, Conference Coordinator
David mesmerized our FCCLA members and advisers while sharing the message that with hard work and dedication each of us has the ability to accomplish great things. David's keynote presentation was a hit!
Patti Krattenmaker
Colorado FCCLA, State Advisor
David's engaging, dynamic presentation empowered students to live their dreams, all while the students were laughing hysterically and hanging on every word and lyric of Davids presentation.
Jen Staley
CO HOSA, State Advisor
The students and adults who attended your sessions not only enjoyed your presentation, but also left with a clear focus and added enthusiasm.
Sue Fisher
PA FCCLA, State Facilitator
David has a unique, exciting and entertaining venue for inspiring us to set high goals. David DiMuzio exemplifies the result of hard work and perseverance.
Dianna Bridges
Principal, Shelby High School
You were a true gift to us here at Sacred Heart School. . Keep touching lives and inspiring children and adults! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Angela Johnston
Principal, Sacred Heart School
If you are looking for a speaker who is both entertaining and inspiring. David DiMuzio is THE BEST!
Earl Santymire
Middle College High School, 29 years teaching experience
The students could not stop talking about how great the show was. They said it was "The best rally they'd ever attended!"
Tami Smith
Florida FBLA, Advisor
A wonderful production! You are an amazing young man.
Martha Jo Schexneider
LA PBL State Advisor
I used your quote yesterday to inspire my classes. You are reaching kids in Kings Mountain even when you are not in the state!
Dan Potter
Renaissance Program Advisor, Kings Mountain High School
Both members and advisers all enjoyed him and many emailed later that day to express what a great rally it had been. I highly recommend David.
Marilyn Kraus
Florida FBLA, District 16 Sponsor
David's presentation has the energy to hold the attention of young students and the edge and humor to engage older students.
Marianna Davis
Principal K-12, Gaston Day School
David has an extremely unique talent in the way that he joins his music, juggling, and inspirational message. He kept the audience at our BPA conference continually excited.
Daniel Martin
Business Professional of America (BPA), Florida Conference Coordinator
Great message for our students, very entertaining, and inspiring! Much more fun than our typical assemblies, You Rock!
Nicole Telese
Southport Middle School, Assembly Coordinator
You are great speaker and I really enjoyed meeting you. My students were really impressed and loved you too!
Allison Bamberger
Connersville High School, IN (FACS)
His enthusiasm, energy, and passion immediately captured the attention of the students. David's message was exactly what we needed, and set a great tone for the rest of the weekend.
Tim Robinson
Leadership Conference Coordinator, HOBY Arkansas
We were looking for a unique, high-energy performer to motivate and energize our students ...David DiMuzio provided just that!
Tim Roy
Principal, Webster County High School
David blew us away! Everyone felt a connection with him!
Amy Milligan
PTA Vice President, Blythe Academy School
One of the students wrote about "infectious positivity" in their thank you note. You certainly contributed to that!
Karen Nice
Leadership Conference Coordinator, HOBY Missouri
Your presentation was awesome and loved by everyone. Many students and advisers said it was "The Best Fall Leadership Workshop ever!"
Mina Ayers
NH FBLA, SLC Coordinator
David DiMuzio entertained and challenged our young people in a very special way. Davids presentation is truly an asset to schools and students.
Stephen R Fisher
Principal, Kings Mountain Middle School
The young adults at Victory Junction loved your show, and the message you gave them. Thank you so much for being an inspiration. You Rock!
Adelia Smitherman
Counselor, Victory Junction Camp
Thanks again for a great performance. I heard people singing I Wanna Save The Last Koala Bear for days!
Heather Demere
Program Coordinator, The Scooter Store New Braunfels, TX
Thank you and your band so much for your participation in the program. You truly rocked the house!
Tammie Wilson
Event Coordinator, KY PRIDE
INDUSTRY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
-2001 International Jugglers Association World Champion
-Youngest Headline Entertainer in the history of Disney, Royal Caribbean, Princess, Norwegian, Kunard, Regent, and Holland America Cruise Lines.
-Special guest on the #1 rated Italian variety television show Ale e Franz
-Opening Act for the multi-platinum band The Wallflowers
-Opening Act for the multi-platinum band The Ohio Players
-NBA Halftimes for the New York Knicks, New Orleans Hornets, and Toronto Raptors.
-Keynote Speaker, DECA Nebraska 2009 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOSA Indiana 2009 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOSA Colorado 2010 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, FCCLA Colorado 2008 Regional Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FCCLA Indiana 2009 State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FCCLA Mississippi 2009 State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FCCLA Pennsylvania 2010 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, PBL Colorado 2009 State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, Association of Student Council 2009 Florida State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, BPA 2008 Florida State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2010 North Carolina State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2009 FBLA Florida State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2008 FBLA New Hampshire State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2009 FBLA Vermont State Conference.
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2008 FBLA Florida Regional Conferences.
-Keynote Speaker, FBLA 2008 FBLA Pennsylvania Regional Conferences.
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Arkansas 2009, 2010 State Conferences
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Louisiana 2010 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Missouri 2009 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Kentucky 2009 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Mid-Florida 2009 State Conference
-Keynote Speaker, HOBY Ohio-South 2007 State Conference
-Halftime Performer 2008, United States Tennis Association (USTA) Davis Cup Tour
-Halftime Performer 2006, United States Tennis Association (USTA) Federation Cup Tour
-Colleges: University of Florida 2008, Davidson College 2004
High Schools 2008/2009:
Linwood High School, NH
Champlain Valley Union High School, VT
Webster County High School, KY
Haddam-Killingworth High School, CT
Hudson Catholic High School, MI
Ware County High School, GA
Housatonic Valley Regional High School, CT
Southwest Miami High School, FL
North Penn High School, PA
Boyd Christian School, TN
Fleetwood Valley High School, PA
Littleton High School, NH
James Wood High School, VA
East Noble High School, IN
Columbia City High School, IN
Kings Mountain High School, NC
Gaston Day, NC
Shelby, NC
Middle Schools 2008/2009:
St. Augustine Middle School. FL
Mercer Middle School, VA
St. Marys School, NY
Shelby Middle School, NC
Wheatland-Chili Middle School, NY
Southport Middle School, FL
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Manager: Rick Hubbard
Phone: 615-278-9676
Email: info_daviddimuzio.com
THE KOALA EFFECT
