Corporate motivational speaker · Dallas–Fort Worth & nationwide
Now booking 2027Motivation that lasts past Monday.
The energy your event needs. The substance that makes it last.
100,000+ people in the audience5.0 ★ 120+ reviewsTop 30 Global SpeakerNBC · Yahoo Finance
What your people walk away with
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The problem with motivation
Hype fades
by Monday.
You’ve seen it. A speaker fires up the room, everyone leaves buzzing, and by Monday nothing has changed. Motivation is a feeling, and feelings fade. What changes behavior is underneath: what your people believe about the change, about themselves and about each other.
Jovan Glasgow wrote the book on it: Deeper Than Motivation. He brings the energy your room is hoping for, then goes deeper, so your people leave with a reason, a tool and a plan they actually use.
What planners say
120+ Google reviews
“Nothing short of transformational. He doesn't rely on clichés or surface-level motivation. He delivers substance.”
Jerad Broaddus · CUCP Summit, Tampa“I set very high expectations for him… and he crushed them!”
Kristi Spaethe · OKHR State Conference“Even in a room full of skeptics and introverts, he found a way to create connection and meaning.”
Ryan Allen Carter · Conference organizer“Our leaders left saying he was the best keynote they have heard.”
Becky Bowen · Clinical Leader Meeting“We've worked with him 2x now and both times I've had to take two sections of notes.”
MacKenzie Rosselet · Returning client“One of the best conference speakers.”
Becky B. · Client review“Elite leadership development experience.”
Nick A. · Client review“Became integral to our culture.”
Michelle V. · Client review“Engaging, empowering, and thought-provoking.”
Joanne D. · Client review“Exceeded expectations in every way.”
Kristi S. · Client review“Authentic. Impactful. Unforgettable experience.”
Ryan M. · Client review“Powerful message. Practical application. Real results.”
Dana D. · Client review“High energy, real substance, lasting impact.”
Allecia P. · Client review“Captivating presence. Immediate audience connection.”
Steve D. · Client review“One of the best conference speakers.”
Becky B.“Elite leadership development experience.”
Nick A.“Became integral to our culture.”
Michelle V.“Engaging, empowering, and thought-provoking.”
Joanne D.“Exceeded expectations in every way.”
Kristi S.“Authentic. Impactful. Unforgettable experience.”
Ryan M.“Powerful message. Practical application. Real results.”
Dana D.“High energy, real substance, lasting impact.”
Allecia P.“Captivating presence. Immediate audience connection.”
Steve D.“One of the best conference speakers.”
Becky B.“Elite leadership development experience.”
Nick A.“Became integral to our culture.”
Michelle V.“Engaging, empowering, and thought-provoking.”
Joanne D.“Exceeded expectations in every way.”
Kristi S.“Authentic. Impactful. Unforgettable experience.”
Ryan M.“Powerful message. Practical application. Real results.”
Dana D.“High energy, real substance, lasting impact.”
Allecia P.“Captivating presence. Immediate audience connection.”
Steve D.From event planners
“I set very high expectations for him… and he crushed them!”
Kristi Spaethe · OKHR State Conference
Where Jovan speaks
Built for the room you’re filling.
1All-staff days & kickoffs+
Start the year aligned
For the whole organization, from the front line to the C-suite.
- A shared reason to care about what’s next
- Energy that turns into commitment, not just applause
- One habit everyone can start on Monday
Best for: all-staff meetings, annual kickoffs, town halls
2Sales kickoffs+
Sell with conviction
For revenue teams who need belief before they need tactics.
- The mindset behind hitting the number
- Conviction that customers can feel
- A simple plan for the first 30 days of the year
Best for: sales kickoffs, revenue summits, franchise conventions
3Conferences & conventions+
The session people talk about
Opening or closing keynotes that set the tone for the whole event.
- Built around your theme and your audience
- High energy, real stories and live interaction
- A takeaway attendees use when they get home
Best for: association conferences, industry events, brand conventions
4Leadership retreats & team building+
Connection that lasts
For teams that need trust, not just a fun afternoon.
- Real connection between people who work together
- Leading each other through change and pressure
- Commitments the team owns after the retreat
Best for: leadership retreats, offsites, team-building days
5Employee engagement & appreciation+
Help people feel seen
For appreciation days, wellness weeks and morale moments.
- Reminds people their work matters
- Lifts morale without hype that fades
- Gives managers language to keep it going
Best for: employee appreciation, engagement events, wellness weeks
6Virtual & hybrid events+
Built for the screen
Live, interactive and designed to hold attention online.
- Real interaction, not a talking head
- Tools people can use from their desk the same day
- Works for webinars, virtual summits and hybrid rooms
Best for: virtual conferences, webinars, hybrid all-hands
Plan your session
Build your keynote in 10 seconds.
Tap your event, your audience and your goal. We'll show you the session Jovan would build for your room.
1 · Your event
2 · Your audience
3 · Your goal
Jovan's recommendation
Why Change Doesn't Stick
The Belief Gap Behind Every Failed Rollout
- Format
- 45–60 min keynote for everyone
- Pair it with
- A half-day workshop for leaders the same day
- Your people leave with
- Language for the gap, one tool, and an implementation call after
See it in the room.
60–90 seconds of real audiences and real moments.
▶︎Watch the highlight reelWhat it's like to book Jovan
From first call to lasting change.
Six phases. Easy for you, built for your room, and it doesn't end when the applause does.
- 1
Phase 1
Inquiry
Tell us your date, audience and theme.
Reply within one business day - 2
Phase 2
Discovery call
Jovan learns your people, your goals and what's changing in your world.
Before anything is written - 3
Phase 3
Built for your room
Your theme, your language, your stories. Optional Leadership Diagnostic for Custom.
Tailored, never off the shelf - 4
Phase 4
Event day
Arrives early, meets your people, AV-ready. The room moves.
On stage, in person or virtual - 5
Phase 5
Implementation call
3–10 days after: what landed, what your leaders are saying, one way to reinforce it this month.
The message doesn't end with the applause - 6
Phase 6
The next step
A workshop, a manager cohort, or next year's stage. Only if it's right.
Where change becomes habit
Planner toolkit
Everything your
committee needs.
The essentials, in one PDF
Speaker Kit 2027
Bio, six keynotes, keynote options, testimonials, photos and video links. Ready to forward to your committee.
↓ Download the speaker kitDownload the speaker kit now. The full planner kit (bios, headshots, intro script, AV and promo assets) is sent the moment you confirm.
Questions planners ask
Still deciding? Send your date and we’ll confirm availability.
What’s the difference between a keynote speaker and a motivational speaker?
A motivational speaker focuses on energy and inspiration. A keynote speaker sets the theme for an event. Jovan does both: the energy your room needs, plus a clear message and tools your people use after the event, so the motivation turns into change.
How much does it cost to hire a motivational speaker?
Fees depend on the format, audience size, travel and how much the session is customized. Association rates are available, and there’s no travel fee within Dallas–Fort Worth. Share your event details and you’ll get a clear quote within one business day.
Can the talk be customized for our event?
Yes. Every keynote starts with a discovery call, so the stories, language and takeaways fit your theme, your industry and what’s changing for your people.
Is Jovan a good fit for a team-building event?
Yes. His sessions are interactive and built around connection and trust, which makes them a strong fit for retreats, kickoffs and team-building days.
Does Jovan travel?
Yes. Jovan is based in Dallas–Fort Worth and speaks nationwide, in person or virtually.
Let's talk
Bring the energy. Keep the change.
Tell us about your event or your team. Every inquiry is read personally, and you'll hear back within one business day.
Now booking 2027 Planners typically book 6–12 months out.
Impact people who impact people.