Jacob Thompson

Jacob Thompson

Keynote Speaker: Inspirational Author, Award-Winning Recording Artist & Rare Disease Advocate; US Para-Climbing National Finalist & Host of the "Dear Young Athlete" Podcast

Jacob Thompson Biography

Jacob Thompson is an acclaimed inspirational communicator, award-winning recording artist, US Para-Climbing national finalist, and author of "From Diagnosis To Destiny - Your Trials Aren't Meant To Break You; They're Meant To Make You".

He is an expert at turning trials into triumphs and obstacles into opportunities. Through his story, he inspires people to persevere through their challenges and pursue their purpose.

A devastating diagnosis of Friedreich's Ataxia provided Thompson with an opportunity to give up on his dreams and on his life in general. Instead, he has allowed his difficult circumstances to guide him into his destiny. His story and inspirational message has reached tens of thousands in person and hundreds of thousands online, cultivating hope and advocating for those impacted by rare disease.

If you are looking for someone to inspire your audience, look no further. Whether universities, corporations, schools, sports teams, churches, conferences, or anywhere else that people gather, Thompson's message and spoken word performances are sure to make a positive impact and leave a lasting impression.

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Jacob Thompson Speaking Topics

Inspiration

Jacob’s story resonates personally and invites the audience to pursue transformation and live to their full potential.

Resilience

Jacob gives the same tools that he uses daily to battle a debilitating rare disease and disability, turning obstacles into opportunities to climb higher.

Disability / Rare Disease

Understand the world from the perspective of someone with a physical disability and rare disease, growing in empathy and awareness.

Adapting to Change

The way that Jacob continues to adapt to his ever evolving diagnosis equips the audience to thrive even in the difficult changes that are inevitable in every sphere of life.

Mental Health

While our society becomes increasingly aware of depression and anxiety, Jacob gives the audience the tools to overcome daily mental battles.

Jacob Thompson Videos

Who You Are vs. What You Do with Jacob "TEN20" Thompson
KEEP ON FIGHTING - TEN20 (Official Spoken Word Video)

How do I book Jacob Thompson to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jacob Thompson 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 Jacob Thompson, 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 Jacob Thompson or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Jacob Thompson for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Jacob Thompson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jacob Thompson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jacob Thompson, 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 Jacob Thompson speak about?

Jacob Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Medicine, Autoimmune Disease, Disability, DEI, Inspirational, Motivational, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Sports Motivation, Overcoming Adversity, Resilience, Podcast Host, Author, Men's Health, Health & Wellness and Art & Design.

Where does Jacob Thompson travel from?

Jacob Thompson generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jacob Thompson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jacob Thompson 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 Jacob Thompson 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 Jacob Thompson 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.


Jacob Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Medicine, Autoimmune Disease and Disability. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jacob Thompson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jacob Thompson generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Wesley Hamilton, Montel Williams and Dave Dravecky. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jacob Thompson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 21/07/2025.

Jacob Thompson Speaking Topics

  • Inspiration

    Jacob’s story resonates personally and invites the audience to pursue transformation and live to their full potential.

  • Resilience

    Jacob gives the same tools that he uses daily to battle a debilitating rare disease and disability, turning obstacles into opportunities to climb higher.

  • Disability / Rare Disease

    Understand the world from the perspective of someone with a physical disability and rare disease, growing in empathy and awareness.

  • Adapting to Change

    The way that Jacob continues to adapt to his ever evolving diagnosis equips the audience to thrive even in the difficult changes that are inevitable in every sphere of life.

  • Mental Health

    While our society becomes increasingly aware of depression and anxiety, Jacob gives the audience the tools to overcome daily mental battles.

Jacob Thompson Videos

Who You Are vs. What You Do with Jacob "TEN20" Thompson
KEEP ON FIGHTING - TEN20 (Official Spoken Word Video)
  • How do I book Jacob Thompson to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Jacob Thompson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jacob Thompson are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jacob Thompson, 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 Jacob Thompson speak about?

  • Where does Jacob Thompson travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jacob Thompson 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 Jacob Thompson 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 Jacob Thompson 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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