Book Jimmy to transform your Audience

Embark on a journey with Jimmy, a powerhouse speaker whose life story is a testament to overcoming adversity and sparking transformation. Specializing in anti-bullying, leadership excellence, and mental health advocacy, Jimmy doesn’t just speak – he ignites a movement.

Topics For Students

⁠ ⁠I’m not your enemy

Explore the underlying reasons behind bullying to foster understanding and empathy.

My past is not my potential

Discover how to overcome a challenging past and unlock your true success.

Each 1 Teach 1

Inspire students to become role models and lead through positive example.

Topics For Teachers/Staff

You’re a difference maker

Understand the impactful role you play in shaping your students' lives and futures.

T.E.A.M

Master strategies to harness and amplify the unique talents within your team for greater collective success.

Behind the mask

Uncover the three SEP behavioral styles to enhance your effectiveness in connecting with and teaching your students.

Why Choose Jimmy

Deep Personal Connection

Jimmy's own experiences with adversity lend authenticity and depth to his message, resonating deeply with audiences.

Dynamic and Captivating

Jimmy's sessions are interactive and inclusive, ensuring active participation and better retention of the message. He customizes his content to suit the specific needs and challenges of each audience, making every session unique and relevant.

Engaging Presentation Style

His dynamic and engaging speaking style captivates and holds the attention of students, teachers, and staff alike.

Raving Speeches

Behind The Mask

Jimmy’s most powerful talk focuses on the “silent emotional profiles” many students embody. Using engaging demonstrations and activities, he reveals the Volcano, Iceberg, and Duck profiles. Students learn to recognize these masked behaviors in themselves and peers.

Jimmy equips audiences with strategies to approach each profile with empathy. He encourages unity through recognizing shared struggles. Participants gain deeper self-understanding and tools to support others.

Benefits:

Improved classroom environment as masking behaviors are addressed appropriately
Healthier school culture of compassion over judgment
Students feel truly seen, heard and supported
Faculty equipped to nurture students' wellbeing
Students gain emotional intelligence and unity

Diversity Creates Unity

Jimmy explores how embracing our diversity can lead to greater unity, emphasizing that beneath our differences, we all share common goals and aspirations. He addresses the fear and separation stemming from a lack of understanding, advocating that knowledge and inclusion of diverse perspectives foster deeper connections and a more unified community.

Speaking My Language

Jimmy offers an insightful workshop for teachers and a talk for students, focusing on understanding and adapting to different social styles. Through interactive activities and self-assessment tests, educators learn to identify their own styles and the strengths and challenges of each, leading to more effective classroom management and a peaceful learning environment by tailoring communication to each individual’s unique style.

The (A’s) Your Student Needs for Success

Jimmy unveils six critical “A’s” essential for nurturing students’ growth, combining his rich experience as an award-winning teacher and a father of four. This talk offers attendees a blend of proven educational strategies and parental insights, equipping them with practical tools to help students thrive and become their best selves.

Becoming An IMPACT Player

Jimmy shares his transformative journey and insights on how to positively influence others, highlighting the profound effect one person can have. Drawing from his extensive experience as a teacher, trainer, life coach, and speaker, he inspires attendees to see their value and potential to become IMPACT players themselves, capable of making significant differences in the world.

Jimmy Has Spoken at Several Schools, Including:

Fremont Ca.
Washington HS
American HS
Hopkins MS
Thornton MS
Horner MS

Berkeley Ca.
St Mary’s College HS

Oakland Ca.
Bay Area Community Service ( BACS )

JR Giants
Fresno Ca.
Juvenile Justice Complex

Hollister Community Cntr

Livermore Community Cntr
Medera – Porterville Comm Cntr

Monterey Ca.
Monterey Comm Cntr.

Campbell Ca.
Campbell HS

Brentwood Ca. ( southern )
Immaculate Middle/Hs

Centerville MS Fremont

Other Services

Workshops

Jimmy’s workshops are interactive and engaging sessions designed to delve into specific topics like effective communication, leadership, and personal development. These workshops provide practical tools and strategies, making them ideal for students, educators, and professionals seeking to enhance their skills and understanding in these areas.

Staff Trainings

In his staff training sessions, Jimmy focuses on equipping educators and organizational teams with the skills necessary to create positive, productive, and inclusive environments. These trainings cover a range of topics, including classroom management, team dynamics, and strategies for fostering a supportive workplace culture.

Programs

Jimmy offers comprehensive programs that are tailored to meet the long-term developmental needs of schools and organizations. These programs include a series of workshops, ongoing support, and resources, all designed to bring about sustainable change and improvement in areas such as student engagement, staff collaboration, and overall organizational effectiveness.

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