John Jacobs, Co-Founder,
Chief Creative Optimist

Speaking Highlights:

About John:

John loves outdoor adventure, words, pictures, music, basketball, banter, and diving in the water to catch things.

John loves to talk about:

  • Cultivating a culture of optimism from the inside out and leading with your WHY
  • The power of community and listening to your customers
  • Optimism as a tool — for growth, innovation, team unity and more: we can let it rust or use it to build something special together
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"John is one of the most beloved speakers we've had in ten years of The Vine. Funny, inspiring, edifying, wise, and most of all, heartwarmingly human. His infectious energy and optimism lifts the entire room." — The Vine

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 “John is an extraordinary speaker who brings authenticity, energy, and heart to the stage. His storytelling is both captivating and inspiring, weaving together humor, humility, and highly applicable wisdom. He delivers vital messages about the power of purpose, passion, and perspective in business and everyday life. Audiences walk away not only feeling entertained and elevated but deeply moved and motivated to embrace optimism as a force for good - a message needed now more than ever!” – Jessica Black, President & CEO Conferences for Women

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