Jon Kolkin, M.D.

Jon Kolkin, M.D.

Keynote Speaker: Less Stress – More HAPPINESS: Practical Life Balance Strategies for Busy Professionals: Guided by Compassion for Self and Others

Jon Kolkin, M.D. Biography

“Dr. Jon Kolkin admirably captures the essence of a life devoted to calming and focusing the mind so it can dwell upon developing compassion and wisdom.” –The 14th Dalai Lama

Do you need another feel good pep talk, or down-to-earth, relatable concepts and daily practices that you can seamlessly integrate into your busy schedule? Kolkin’s extremely rare set of life experiences make him uniquely qualified to share targeted, universally relevant, science-based, practical strategies for living a less stressful, happier, more balanced and compassionate life, while simultaneously maintaining your physical and emotional health. Each dialogue is customized to fit the demographics of the audience.

Kolkin is a clinician (30+ years), global medical volunteer (20+ years), philanthropist, internationally recognized, award-winning author, photographer and musician, Integrative Medicine Health Coach, accomplished athlete and president of the Shades of Compassion Foundation.

He has had four audiences with the Dalai Lama and has been a principle organizer of numerous compassion-centered initiatives. Examples include the North American Museum Summit, Fostering Compassion and Universal Ethics Through Museum that was held in India and honored by a private audience with the Dalai Lama, the Shades of Compassion traveling museum exhibition, and the documentary film, Man of Compassion: Stories about the Dalai Lama that included participation by three US presidents. Dr. Kolkin is also the president of the Shades of Compassion Foundation. (501c3)

As a photographer, Kolkin has a worldwide following with over 20 exhibitions in museums and art galleries throughout the USA and abroad. His photographs have received over 20 internationally photography awards while his book, Inner Harmony: Living in Balance has been honored with three international book awards. He has taught at the prestigious Maine Media Photographic Workshops and serves as a judge for both regional, national and international photography competitions.

Kolkin is also a clarinetist who toured Europe as a member of the American Youth Symphony and has a distinguished athletic career. He has been married for 45+ years and is blessed with a loving family.

Dr. Kolkin has given hundreds of presentations throughout the USA and abroad, with and without interpreters, to a wide range of audiences on topics related to life balance, health, compassion, spirituality and photography. In leu of honorariums, all speaker’s fees are donated to the Shades of Compassion Foundation. (501c3)

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Jon Kolkin, M.D. Speaking Topics

Balancing Compassion for Patients with Compassion for Self

Spiritual Growth Guided by Compassion and Wisdom

Practical Strategies for Living a Balanced Life

Balancing Your Personal and Professional Life

Navigating Through Difficult Times

Jon Kolkin, M.D. Videos

Living in Balance: Guided by Compassion and Wisdom
Dr. Jon Kolkin Interview & Talk on Dalai Lama, Mindfulness, Buddhists

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What topics does Jon Kolkin, M.D. speak about?

Jon Kolkin, M.D. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Stress Management, Mental Health, Work-Life Balance, Art & Design, Photography, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Humanitarian, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence and Motivational.

Where does Jon Kolkin, M.D. travel from?

Jon Kolkin, M.D. generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jon Kolkin, M.D.?

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Jon Kolkin, M.D. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health & Wellness, Healthcare and Stress Management. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jon Kolkin, M.D. for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jon Kolkin, M.D. generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daniel Farber Huang, Michelle Gielan and Montel Williams. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jon Kolkin, M.D. for an upcoming event.

Jon Kolkin, M.D. Speaking Topics

  • Balancing Compassion for Patients with Compassion for Self

  • Spiritual Growth Guided by Compassion and Wisdom

  • Practical Strategies for Living a Balanced Life

  • Balancing Your Personal and Professional Life

  • Navigating Through Difficult Times

Jon Kolkin, M.D. Videos

Living in Balance: Guided by Compassion and Wisdom
Dr. Jon Kolkin Interview & Talk on Dalai Lama, Mindfulness, Buddhists
  • How do I book Jon Kolkin, M.D. to speak at my event?

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

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

    Jon Kolkin, M.D. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Stress Management, Mental Health, Work-Life Balance, Art & Design, Photography, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Humanitarian, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence and Motivational.
  • Where does Jon Kolkin, M.D. travel from?

    Jon Kolkin, M.D. generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jon Kolkin, M.D.?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jon Kolkin, M.D. 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 Jon Kolkin, M.D. 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 Jon Kolkin, M.D. 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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