Book Jerry

Let's Start the Conversation

Every successful event begins the same way — with understanding. Who is in the room, what you want them to walk away with, and the experience you’re trying to create. Tell Jerry about your event and the two of you will plan it from there, together.

Ways to work together

What can Jerryhelp with?

One voice, many roles. Many organizers bring Jerry in for more than one.

Conference Speaker

Keynotes built on real stories, humor, and hard-won experience — shaped around your theme and your audience.

Event Host

A steady, warm presence who carries the energy of the room from the opening welcome to the closing thank-you.

Conference Emcee

Seamless transitions, sharp timing, and a run-of-show your producer can actually rely on.

Panel Moderator

Questions that open people up, pacing that keeps every panelist heard, and takeaways the audience remembers.

Fireside Chats

Genuine, curious conversation with your executives or guests — prepared thoroughly, delivered naturally.

Awards & Leadership Events

Ceremonies and summits handled with the polish, warmth, and respect the moment deserves.

The journey

Six chapters.One purpose.

No part of Jerry’s career was a detour. Each chapter added a skill that the next one needed — and all six of them show up the moment he picks up a microphone.

1

Tell Us About Your Event

Share your audience, event goals, date, and general details.

2

Let's Connect

Jerry personally reviews every inquiry and reaches out to discuss your event.

3

Receive a Customized Proposal

Every recommendation is tailored to your audience, event objectives, and preferred format.

4

Create a Memorable Event

Together, you'll create an engaging experience that audiences remember long after the event concludes.

Tell Jerry about your event

The more you share, the more tailored his response will be.

Contact information

Full name

Organization

Email address

Phone number

Event details

Event name

Event date

Event location

Estimated audience size

Services needed

Tell Jerry about your event

Credibility

Why event planners choose Jerry

Organizers don’t just need someone who can talk. They need someone who understands the room, respects the schedule, and makes the whole event feel like it belongs together.

Engaging keynote presentations

Talks that hold a room without gimmicks — story first, always.

Professional event hosting

Polished on stage, calm backstage, and easy on your production team.

Cross-generational communication

One message that lands with Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z alike.

Authentic storytelling

Real experience, real people, real stakes — no borrowed anecdotes.

Customized presentations

Built around your theme, your objectives, and the room you're filling.

Decades of communication experience

Television, journalism, sales leadership, and the stage.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What types of events does Jerry work with?

Association conferences, corporate meetings, leadership summits, awards ceremonies, sales kickoffs, and community events — anywhere a room needs to be brought together.

Can presentations be customized?

Always. Every keynote is shaped around your audience, your theme, and the outcome you want. Jerry interviews stakeholders beforehand so the talk sounds like it was written for your organization, because it was.

Can Jerry both speak and host the same event?

Yes, and many organizers prefer it. A keynote plus full-day hosting gives your event a single, familiar voice from the opening welcome through the closing remarks.

Does Jerry travel?

Yes — nationally and internationally. Travel details are outlined clearly in your proposal so there are no surprises later.

How far in advance should we book?

Six to twelve months is ideal for prime dates, but shorter timelines are often possible. If your event is soon, reach out anyway and Jerry will tell you honestly what’s workable.

Let's create an event your audience will remember

Jerry’s whole approach comes down to two words: only connect. Ask questions, stay curious, listen fully, and be genuinely interested in the people in the room. That’s what makes an event feel like it mattered — and it starts with a conversation.