Doc Blakely

Doc Blakely

Keynote Speaker: Author, Humorist, Musician, Cavett Award Winner, Rancher

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Doc Blakely Biography

Doc Blakely is the author of seven books, a popular humorist, musician, rancher, and a recognized creative force on the speaking circuit. The National Speakers Association awarded him its highest honor, the Cavett Award, acknowledging his status as one of America's most engaging and entertaining speakers. Audiences across the United States admire his exceptional, clean humor and timely anecdotes. He is also a proficient musician, performing a two-man western musical show with his son, novelist Mike Blakely. The show, "Doc Blakely and the Swing Riders," has garnered rave reviews from coast to coast.

Doc Blakely stands out as a notable figure in the speaking world. He is the author of books including "Keep ‘Em Laughing" and "The Handbook of Wit and Pungent Humor," which contains 1,250 jokes and humorous anecdotes tailored to entertain and engage his audience. He is also a regular weekly columnist for the syndicated humor column "Pokin’ Fun." A member of the National Speaker’s Association Hall of Fame, Blakely has captivated audiences for more than 30 years with his distinctive blend of humor and motivational speaking, all delivered with wholesome humor. Despite his humorous approach, Blakely holds a Ph.D. and infuses his presentations with valuable insights that promote communication, success, and a positive outlook on life.

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Indispensable Habits of Success: Drawing from extensive research by leading institutions like Harvard University and the Wharton School of Finance, Blakely adds a generous dose of original humor to highlight key traits of successful individuals.

Accent on Laughter: Blakely offers a uniquely positive and humorous perspective on the diverse nationalities that make up the United States. Tailoring his talk to meet organizational needs, he emphasizes aspects such as sales, customer service, safety, and excellence.

To Soar With Eagles: Inspired by his personal experience learning to fly, Blakely shares principles of faith, service, wisdom, action, artistry, and security, illustrating how they can help individuals overcome challenges, enhanced with humorous anecdotes.

Success Comes In Cans: Originating from tales of South Texas cattlemen, this talk explores myths of success and the clarity brought by daylight and sobriety, wrapped in humor.

Livin’ On Love and Laughter: Advocating a philosophy derived from a country western song, this presentation encourages spending more time enjoying life’s pleasures, emphasized through fun and humor.

The Gift of Laughter: Blakely concludes with a talk that underscores how a positive attitude can influence success, leaving audiences both enlightened and entertained.

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What topics does Doc Blakely speak about?

Doc Blakely is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College.

Where does Doc Blakely travel from?

Doc Blakely generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Doc Blakely?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doc Blakely 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 Doc Blakely 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 Doc Blakely 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.

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Doc Blakely is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College. The estimated speaking fee range to book Doc Blakely for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Doc Blakely generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Charles Petty, Matt Weinstein and Joel Zeff. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Doc Blakely for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.
  • How do I book Doc Blakely to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Doc Blakely 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 Doc Blakely, 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 Doc Blakely or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Doc Blakely for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Doc Blakely, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Doc Blakely, 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 Doc Blakely speak about?

    Doc Blakely is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College.
  • Where does Doc Blakely travel from?

    Doc Blakely generally travels from Texas, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Doc Blakely?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doc Blakely 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 Doc Blakely 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 Doc Blakely 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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