Introduction
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As a falconer and bird of prey expert and professional public speaker, Dupuy passionately pursues falconry as a sport, a profession, and a metaphor for universal human aspirations.

An in-demand public speaker, Mike captures the imagination of diverse audiences through his unique infotainment style, which features personal anecdotes and live animal demonstrations. He invites his audiences to open up and ask questions, to re-focus on their dreams and to follow their own passions, whatever they may be. Mike believes that people who witness the beauty of birds of prey and the 4,000-year-old interaction between a falconer and a bird of prey often discover their own connections to the natural world. In his personal appearances across America, Mike has inspired thousands to get off the couch and experience life firsthand.

Mission

With over 20 years of experience, Mike Dupuy is now actively seeking funding and opportunities that will allow him to bring falconry and his goal-setting message to a larger audience, specifically through mainstream media channels.

The success of animal enthusiasts like the late Steve Irwin (The Crocodile Hunter) and Jeff Corwin (The Jeff Corwin Experience) have proven that audiences of all ages continue to be intrigued by the beauty of animals in their natural habitat. The overwhelming popularity of the Discovery Channel, the Learning Channel, and Animal Planet attest to viewers’ constant interest in nature and environmental topics.

TV viewers who enjoy programming on wild animals, the environment, science and nature, extreme sports (i.e., skydiving with falcons), and outdoor adventure are the target market for Mike Dupuy Falconry programs.

Media Exposure

Mike Dupuy is already a seasoned professional, having worked with the media in film, video, print, hundreds of live performances, and the internet. Mike and his birds of prey have been featured in National Geographic Magazine, The Washington Post, local newspapers, and on the internet. They have been photographed thousands of times and have been featured in television news stories.

Background

Mike Dupuy’s business acumen complements his current pursuits as an entrepreneur and public speaker. A driven sales professional, Mike held a position in the top 10 percent of a Fortune 50 company’s high tech sales force for years. He has worked for private firms and non-profit organizations as a communications consultant in the areas of government relations, public relations, lobbying, and management consulting. Mike studied Information Systems Management and Public Policy at Montgomery College, University of Maryland, and Georgetown University.

Current Business Ventures

Mike Dupuy Falconry provides public and private audiences with prepared or customized Mike Dupuy Naturetalks, Mike Dupuy Hawk Talks, and Mike Dupuy Hawk Walks, featuring Mike Dupuy and live birds of prey.

A Sampling of Mike Dupuy Falconry Clients:

  • National Geographic Audubon
  • Georgetown University Red Cross
  • The Corcoran Gallery of Art Isaac Walton League
  • Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America Wild Bird Centers Inc.
  • Youth Leadership International Montgomery County Detention Center
  • Alexandria Detention Center The Scottish Rites Masons
  • Shawn Downs Legacy Chase Public and Private Schools

Proposed Mike Dupuy Falconry Ventures

  • A multi-part broadcast series going beyond the basics and including
    one-on-one segments with apprentice and master falconers
  • A single broadcast covering history and basics of falconry
  • Instructional videos/DVDs on falconry topics for point of purchase

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Segment features can be developed from existing Mike Dupuy Falconry Hawk Talks and future falconry events in North America and overseas, including:

  • The Art and Sport of Falconry
  • Raptor Conservation

  • Setting Goals Is Not for the Birds (motivational talk)

  • Predator-Prey Relationships in the Wild: What We Can Learn from Them

  • Sky Diving with Falcons

  • The Raptor Parade-Annual Migration (Cape May, NJ, Hawk Mountain, PA)

  • Hawking in United Arab Emirates, China, South Africa, Mongolia, Russia, Japan, United Kingdom, Scotland, Australia, Canada, and South America

  • The “Art” of Falconry: Falconers as Artists and Falconry in Art

  • British Falconer’s Fair

  • National Falconers Field Meet

  • Birds of Prey—Proper Care and Training

Why Mike Dupuy?

Mike Dupuy’s experience as a gifted and seasoned public speaker as well as his reputation as one of the country’s top falconry and bird of prey experts, combined with his captivating style and eloquence, make him the ideal person to bring falconry and birds of prey to a mainstream audience. Mike’s motivational lectures truly showcase his entertaining approach to learning. He creates a unique and unforgettable educational experience for his audience. He and his birds of prey have broad experience in various forums, including film, video, print, hundreds of live performances, and the Internet.