Bob Dotson
Keynote Speaker: Bestselling Award-Winning Author; Retired Television Journalist; Known for "American Story with Bob Dotson"
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Bob Dotson Biography
Bob Dotson has been in more motel rooms than the Gideon Bible, crisscrossing this country, four million miles. His long-running series, the “American Story with Bob Dotson," was a regular feature on the NBC "TODAY" show for 40 years, winning 11 National Emmys. Dotson is a New York Times bestselling author and writes a daily blog which the Society of Professional Journalists cited as the “best in new media.” His posts have been viewed more than 25 million times. Dotson’s life’s work has been celebrated at the Kennedy Center, the Smithsonian and the William Allen White Foundation for journalistic excellence.
In addition to the New York Times bestseller "American Story: A Lifetime Search for Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things," Dotson is the author of "Make it Memorable: Writing and Packaging Visual News with Style," which has been studied on campuses and in newsrooms around the world for more than two decades, and "In Pursuit of the American Dream," a collection of stories from the start of his quest to find overlooked people.
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Bob Dotson tells stories about people who are practically invisible, the ones who quietly solve problems we all face. People like:
- James Crudup, an out-of-work truck driver, who invented some of the first microsurgical tools.
- Clara Hale, who cared for dozens of drug afflicted babies in her two bedroom apartment and sent them all to college.
- Frank Feree, who fed thousands along the Rio Grande River. Five Presidents of Mexico gave him gold medals -- he melted them down and bought beans.
For forty years, Dotson reported "American Story" on NBC’s "TODAY" show, crisscrossing the country, logging more than four million miles. Along the way, he discovered people who are practically invisible, the ones who quietly solve problems we all face, but don’t take time to tweet and tell us about it.
Where does the America we remember still exist? Bob Dotson knows. He has crisscrossed the country more than 4 million miles, searching for people who don’t make headlines. They make a difference.
Bob Dotson teaches the next generation of visual storytellers, conducting workshops in South Korea, Australia, England, Holland, Switzerland, and Austria. He has a distinctly different, hands-on approach. Others help them master the changing technology; Dotson teaches how best to tell a story once you do. The new edition of his classic book, “Make It Memorable: Writing and Packaging Visual News with Style,” became Amazon’s bestselling journalism book. He offers dozens of new tips for the digital age and a step-by-step explanation of how to find and create all kinds of visual stories under tight deadlines.
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How much does it cost to book Bob Dotson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Bob Dotson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Bob Dotson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bob Dotson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Bob Dotson speak about?
Bob Dotson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Author, Creativity, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Fitness, Motivational, Broadcasting, Journalist, Television & Film, News & Media, Storytelling and Workshop.
Where does Bob Dotson travel from?
Bob Dotson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Bob Dotson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bob Dotson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bob Dotson for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bob Dotson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Bob Dotson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health & Wellness, Author and Creativity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bob Dotson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Bob Dotson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Hoda Kotb, Anderson Cooper and Tammy Leitner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bob Dotson for an upcoming event.
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Bob Dotson Speaking Topics
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AMERICA’S STORYTELLER
Bob Dotson tells stories about people who are practically invisible, the ones who quietly solve problems we all face. People like:
- James Crudup, an out-of-work truck driver, who invented some of the first microsurgical tools.
- Clara Hale, who cared for dozens of drug afflicted babies in her two bedroom apartment and sent them all to college.
- Frank Feree, who fed thousands along the Rio Grande River. Five Presidents of Mexico gave him gold medals -- he melted them down and bought beans.
For forty years, Dotson reported "American Story" on NBC’s "TODAY" show, crisscrossing the country, logging more than four million miles. Along the way, he discovered people who are practically invisible, the ones who quietly solve problems we all face, but don’t take time to tweet and tell us about it.
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AMERICA THAT WAS AND STILL IS
Where does the America we remember still exist? Bob Dotson knows. He has crisscrossed the country more than 4 million miles, searching for people who don’t make headlines. They make a difference.
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Bob Dotson teaches the next generation of visual storytellers, conducting workshops in South Korea, Australia, England, Holland, Switzerland, and Austria. He has a distinctly different, hands-on approach. Others help them master the changing technology; Dotson teaches how best to tell a story once you do. The new edition of his classic book, “Make It Memorable: Writing and Packaging Visual News with Style,” became Amazon’s bestselling journalism book. He offers dozens of new tips for the digital age and a step-by-step explanation of how to find and create all kinds of visual stories under tight deadlines.
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How do I book Bob Dotson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bob Dotson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Bob Dotson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Bob Dotson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Bob Dotson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Bob Dotson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Bob Dotson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bob Dotson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Bob Dotson speak about?
Bob Dotson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Author, Creativity, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Fitness, Motivational, Broadcasting, Journalist, Television & Film, News & Media, Storytelling and Workshop. -
Where does Bob Dotson travel from?
Bob Dotson generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Bob Dotson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bob Dotson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bob Dotson for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Bob Dotson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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