James Keyes

James Keyes

Keynote Speaker: Former CEO of 7-Eleven; Former CEO and Chairman of Blockbuster, Inc.

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James Keyes Biography

Jim is a global business leader, philanthropist, educator, artist, musician, commercial pilot, and modern renaissance man. He is the former CEO of two internally recognized Fortune 500 companies, 7-Eleven, Inc, and Blockbuster, Inc. His other business interests cover a broad range of industries including retail, consumer products, technology, new space, energy, and advanced nuclear. He sits on several public company boards and serves as a board adviser to a venture capital firm and a number of start-up companies. Keyes’ philanthropic initiatives, have an equally broad focus, including serving on the Board of Governors for the American Red Cross, the former Chairman of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and serving on the board of directors for institutions such as UT Southwestern Medical School, The Cooper Institute, Dallas Performing Arts Center, SMU Cox School of Business, Columbia Business School, and his alma mater, College of the Holy Cross. He has had a lifelong commitment to education, serving as a founding director of the Dallas Education Foundation and is the founder of the Education is Freedom Foundation. A personification of the American Dream, Keyes came from his humble beginnings and was inducted in 2005 as a member of the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans.

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James Keyes Videos

The transformative role education plays in entrepreneurship ...
Education is Freedom with James Keyes - YouTube
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How much does it cost to book James Keyes for a speaking engagement?

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

James Keyes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Executive Leadership and Education.

Where does James Keyes travel from?

James Keyes generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for James Keyes?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like James Keyes 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 James Keyes for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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James Keyes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Executive Leadership and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book James Keyes for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. James Keyes generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are David Kahan, Horst Schulze and Oscar Munoz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling James Keyes for an upcoming event.

James Keyes Videos

The transformative role education plays in entrepreneurship ...
Education is Freedom with James Keyes - YouTube
Education is Freedom | James Keyes | TEDxPlanoSeniorHS ...
James W. Keyes, Leading the Innovation Process - YouTube
  • How do I book James Keyes to speak at my event?

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

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

    James Keyes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Executive Leadership and Education.
  • Where does James Keyes travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like James Keyes 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 James Keyes 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 James Keyes 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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