Jim Meehan

Jim Meehan

Keynote Speaker: Bartender, Journalist & Author of "The PDT Cocktail Book"

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Jim Meehan Biography

Jim Meehan, bartender, journalist, and author of The PDT Cocktail Book, Meehan’s Bartender Manual and The Bartender’s Pantry, has worked in nearly every capacity of the hospitality business for the latter half of his 40 plus years on the planet.

A Chicago area native schooled in Wisconsin, who achieved acclaim for his work behind bars in New York City; Meehan now resides in Portland, Oregon where he’s raising a family and lowering his profile.

Meehan’s passion for service, quest for further knowledge, belief in the transformative power of hospitality, and commitment to mentor the industries next generation is only divided by his duties as a proud father and devoted husband.

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Jim Meehan Videos

Jim Meehan's Secrets to Bartending Success #50BestTalks
Meehan's Bartender Manual | Jim Meehan | Talks at Google
Garnish with a twist: Jim Meehan at TEDxRVA

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How much does it cost to book Jim Meehan for a speaking engagement?

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

Jim Meehan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Authors, Entertainers, Hospitality and Entertainment.

Where does Jim Meehan travel from?

Jim Meehan generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jim Meehan?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Meehan 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 Jim Meehan 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 Jim Meehan 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.


Jim Meehan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Food & Beverage and Lifestyle. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Meehan for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jim Meehan generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dominique Crenn, Art Smith and Thomas Keller. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Meehan for an upcoming event.

Jim Meehan Videos

Jim Meehan's Secrets to Bartending Success #50BestTalks
Meehan's Bartender Manual | Jim Meehan | Talks at Google
Garnish with a twist: Jim Meehan at TEDxRVA

Jim Meehan News

  • The 8 Drinks That Made My Career: Jim Meehan

    Jim Meehan may have achieved cocktail supremacy at PDT—his world-renowned bar in the East Village, where bartenders routinely mix drinks with multiple obscure ingredients and reservations are made weeks in advance—but he started off in a place familiar to us all: Drinking Milwaukee’s Best at a high school party.

  • How do I book Jim Meehan to speak at my event?

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

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

    Jim Meehan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Authors, Entertainers, Hospitality and Entertainment.
  • Where does Jim Meehan travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Meehan 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 Jim Meehan 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 Jim Meehan 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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