Meet our Team
When Sifu Rafael, Lancelot and Jose team up, they don’t just host events—they ignite movements and elevate everyone around them.Interested in becoming a partner?
Apply now to explore availability and alignment for upcoming NYC Experience events.
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Sifu Rafael
Sifu Rafael is a master instructor, entrepreneur, and visionary founder of Speaking Prowess and the NYC Experience Mastermind. As the creator and host of ten global live shows seen in over 125 countries, he has built a worldwide platform that unites communication, leadership, and holistic transformation.
A lifelong martial artist with more than 50 years of experience, Sifu Rafael is also the creator of Sifu’s Mind Body Method™, a 90-day transformational system designed to help individuals detox their bodies and minds, optimize performance, and unlock their inner power through mindset, movement, journaling, hydration, and fasting.
Through his keynote speaking, coaching, and live events, Sifu Rafael has impacted thousands of people across the globe—empowering them to master their voice, lead with clarity, and transform their lives from the inside out.
Recognized for his dynamic presence and ability to inspire, Sifu Rafael continues to expand his mission of elevating human potential, one voice and one leader at a time.
Jose Escobar
Jose Escobar is an award-winning, nationally recognized personal development speaker, 21x published author, 25 years sales professional, husband and father of five children. He leads compelling high-level communities consisting of entrepreneurs and advanced leaders through 2 multi-six figure business models, The Entrepreneur’s Bookshelf and the Connected Leaders Academy. Jose has reached audiences collectively over 30 million and radiates throughout his dynamic coaching programs inspiring his international 230+ entrepreneur and executive clientele to master their personal and professional excellence. His past sales experience led him to amass over 30 million in revenue for the companies he served.trusted advisor, leadership architect, functional wellness practitioner
and personal mastery expert, with nearly three decades of distinguished
leadership and service to humanity. Additionally, he is a proud veteran of the US
Navy Reserves. As Founder & CEO of Evolve Human Potential, he is leaving his
mark across diverse sectors in the areas of personal mastery, human performance
and lifestyle transformation.
Lancelot Theobald Jr.
Lancelot Theobald Jr. is an actor, producer, choreographer, Tap dancer, author, talk show host, fitness expert and motivator whose career is defined by purpose, presence, and progress. From acting in multiple films, to performing at the Metropolitan Opera,
Broadway/Off Broadway stages to national tours, Lancelot’s work lives at the intersection of performance and personal transformation. He’s appeared on a hit television show, choreographed for film, television and singing artists, and produced creative works that doesn’t just entertain—it empowers.
What sets Lancelot apart isn’t just talent—it’s his unwavering commitment to discipline, legacy, and lifting others. Whether coaching young performers, working with athletes from other countries or crafting impact-driven content, he leads with intentionality and belief that anything is possible if you have the courage to be consistent, a unyielding work ethic and belief anything is possible at any age.
A former pro athlete turned creative force, Lancelot’s story is one of evolution and endurance. And today, whether he’s mentoring, motivating or commanding the stage, his mission stays the same His message is clear: don’t wait to be great—be relentless in your pursuit of daily growth so you become the next best version of yourself. o
Ignite
New York helped you EVOLVE.
Tampa is where you IGNITE.
Tampa February 27 - March 1
NYC Mastermind Experience
tampa edition
The NYC Experience with Sifu Rafael and Lancelot Theobald Jr.
More than a show, it’s a movement of connection, elevation, and legacy. Join us as we sit down with visionaries, leaders, and creators who are saying yes to in-person growth, intentional networking, and powerful transformation. Born from our NYC excursions, each episode captures the energy of real relationships and the moments that move us forward. These conversations aren’t surface level, they spark action, challenge comfort zones, and inspire greatness. If you're ready to grow your circle and your impact, this is where it starts.
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