Jana Shortal
Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist; Host of "Breaking The News" at KARE 11 TV
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Jana Shortal Biography
Jana Shortal is an Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist best known for her work at Minneapolis NBC affiliate KARE 11, where she has become one of the Twin Cities’ most recognizable and distinctive media personalities. Known for her conversational storytelling style, sharp wit, and authenticity on air, Shortal has built a reputation for blending hard news reporting with deeply human narratives. Over more than two decades in television journalism, she has covered everything from breaking news and politics to community stories and cultural issues, earning praise for her emotional intelligence and connection with viewers.
Raised in Jerseyville, Illinois, Shortal attended the University of Missouri School of Journalism, where mentors recognized her talent for storytelling and encouraged her to pursue broadcast journalism despite her early doubts about fitting into the industry. After graduating, she began her career at stations in Missouri before working at WDAF-TV in Kansas City. In 2003, she joined KARE 11, a station she had long admired for its innovative storytelling and journalistic standards.
At KARE 11, Shortal evolved from a general assignment reporter into one of the station’s signature on-air personalities, co-hosting and anchoring programs including "Breaking the News." She became widely known not only for her reporting but also for challenging traditional expectations surrounding television news anchors. Rejecting the “lady uniform” often associated with female broadcasters, Shortal embraced a more androgynous and personal style on air, helping broaden conversations about identity, authenticity, and representation in media. Her openness about being gay and her willingness to discuss the pressures of conformity in television journalism made her an important figure for many LGBTQ viewers and aspiring journalists.
Shortal has earned multiple Regional Emmy Awards and developed a loyal audience drawn to her emotionally grounded reporting and direct communication style. Whether covering moments of tragedy, civic unrest, or stories of resilience, she has consistently emphasized compassion and humanity in journalism.
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What topics does Jana Shortal speak about?
Jana Shortal is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Women, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Inspirational, Journalist, News & Media and Broadcasting.
Where does Jana Shortal travel from?
Jana Shortal generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Jana Shortal is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including LGBTQ, Women and Personal Growth. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jana Shortal for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jana Shortal 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 Erika Obando, Deborah Norville and Hannah Storm. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jana Shortal for an upcoming event.
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Jana was phenomenal!
ECMC Group - Oct 12 2023 -
Jana Shortal was a delight to work with! Professional, punctual, and personable. I believe she stole the show.
TCSHRM - May 17 2023 -
Jana was an awesome speaker. She resonated with our audience. They really appreciated her candor when talking about such personal and emotional subjects. She really helped many of our audience to take steps to embracing their full selves and not being afraid to bring that to work.
Exelixis - Jun 28 2022 -
Do Good Events o/b/o Affinity Plus Credit Union - Feb 17 2021
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How do I book Jana Shortal to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jana Shortal 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 Jana Shortal, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jana Shortal or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jana Shortal for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jana Shortal, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jana Shortal are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jana Shortal, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Jana Shortal speak about?
Jana Shortal is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as LGBTQ, Women, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Inspirational, Journalist, News & Media and Broadcasting. -
Where does Jana Shortal travel from?
Jana Shortal 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 Jana Shortal?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jana Shortal 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jana Shortal 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 Jana Shortal 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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