Jim Morris
Keynote Speaker: Known for His Brief MLB Career & Subject of Disney's "The Rookie"
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Jim Morris Biography
Jim Morris was a high school science teacher and coach in west Texas who miraculously made it the Major Leagues at the age of 35. His life story made cinematic history with the heartwarming and unforgettable Disney movie, The Rookie, starring Dennis Quaid. Morris pitched two seasons for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays reaching speeds up to 102mph and chose to retire to raise his children. Since 2000, Morris has been a highly sought-after motivational speaker traveling the world inspiring audiences to follow their dreams and never give up.
In his latest book, “Dream Makers: Surround Yourself with the Best to Be Your Best,” Morris shares more of his incredible life story including the people who helped make him the success he is today: his Dream Makers.
Morris has been honored to receive a Lifetime Achievement award from the Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation, a CAMIE award for Character and Morality in Entertainment for The Rookie, has been involved with BCFS, Arms of Hope, Texas Youth Commission and other philanthropic efforts. He launched his own Foundation in 2015 giving back to underserved communities and children. Morris and his wife, Shawna, have raised five children and live near San Antonio.
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Jim Morris Speaking Topics
We all have dream makers and dream killers in our lives. Learn how to differentiate between the two and how to surround yourself with the best people possible to make you the best you can be! Jim takes you through his life story sharing how dream makers and dream killers shaped him into the man he is today.
A popular presentation that will keep your audience captivated as they move from laughter to tears and back again. Inspiration and motivation at its best!
"Remember who you are" teaches audiences about the importance of integrity in all areas of life. Jim tells personal stories about keeping promises, walking the talk, and what you do when no one is watching you at all...makes you who you are.
A powerful reminder Jim heard daily from his mentor and grandfather, "remember who you are," helped shape who Jim Morris is today.
In "finding a mentor and becoming a leader," Jim focuses on being the mentor for others that you would want for yourself. While being that dream maker for another and by surrounding yourself with the best people to bring out the best in you, you give yourself and others the best chance for success. Jim tells his own story of defeat while believing the wrong kind of people and shares about his successes while surrounded by key people who helped him believe in himself and pushed him to be the man he is today.
Finding a Mentor and Becoming a Leader's speaking point, will bring your audience along for an entertaining ride of self-reflection and inspiration to be your best and help others along the way.
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How to book Jim Morris?
Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Jim Morris for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Jim Morris, 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 pricing information and check availability for Jim Morris or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Jim Morris?
Booking fees for Jim Morris, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Jim Morris, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Jim Morris?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Jim Morris for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent 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. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Morris for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Jim Morris or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Jim Morris or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Jim Morris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Faith & Religion, Inspirational and Sports Motivation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Morris for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jim Morris generally travels from San Antonio, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rudy Ruettiger, Coach Ken Carter and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Morris for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Jim Morris Speaking Topics
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DREAM MAKERS: SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE BEST TO BE YOUR BEST
We all have dream makers and dream killers in our lives. Learn how to differentiate between the two and how to surround yourself with the best people possible to make you the best you can be! Jim takes you through his life story sharing how dream makers and dream killers shaped him into the man he is today.
A popular presentation that will keep your audience captivated as they move from laughter to tears and back again. Inspiration and motivation at its best!
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REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE
"Remember who you are" teaches audiences about the importance of integrity in all areas of life. Jim tells personal stories about keeping promises, walking the talk, and what you do when no one is watching you at all...makes you who you are.
A powerful reminder Jim heard daily from his mentor and grandfather, "remember who you are," helped shape who Jim Morris is today.
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FINDING A MENTOR AND BECOMING A LEADER
In "finding a mentor and becoming a leader," Jim focuses on being the mentor for others that you would want for yourself. While being that dream maker for another and by surrounding yourself with the best people to bring out the best in you, you give yourself and others the best chance for success. Jim tells his own story of defeat while believing the wrong kind of people and shares about his successes while surrounded by key people who helped him believe in himself and pushed him to be the man he is today.
Finding a Mentor and Becoming a Leader's speaking point, will bring your audience along for an entertaining ride of self-reflection and inspiration to be your best and help others along the way.
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Jim Morris Videos
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Jim Morris Reviews
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Our team had some great take-aways and were glad to have Jim.
Affinitiv - Feb 21 2023 -
Jim Morris did a very good job and told a motivational story.
Aptean - Feb 07 2023 -
Jim was a fantastic speaker and one who resonated with all ages. I would highly recommend him.
Huntington University - Oct 11 2022 -
The AAE logistics coordinator was awesome! Because of the fantastic level of communication, the night went smoothly. Thank you for being wonderful!
Indian Hills Community College - Nov 01 2021 -
National Ground Water Association - Dec 12 2019
NEWS
Jim Morris News
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SMRP 2016 Annual Conference Keynote Speakers and Schedule ...
Jim "The Rookie" Morris will give the opening keynote presentation, "Never Give Up on a Dream" to an expected attendee audience of over 1,000 practitioners.
FAQ
How to book Jim Morris?
Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Jim Morris for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Jim Morris, 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 pricing information and check availability for Jim Morris or any other celebrity of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Jim Morris?
Booking fees for Jim Morris, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Jim Morris, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
Who is the agent for Jim Morris?
All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Jim Morris for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent 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. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Morris for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service talent booking agency?
All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Jim Morris or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Jim Morris or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
Jim Morris is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Faith & Religion, Inspirational and Sports Motivation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Morris for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jim Morris generally travels from San Antonio, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rudy Ruettiger, Coach Ken Carter and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Morris for an upcoming event.
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