Hi Board, Below is some background from my inquiry about John U Bacon as our keynote. I received the response below from the form I submitted asking for John Bacon to be our keynote speaker. Below the email, I have pasted some info I got from his website which gives ideas about topics. I have downloaded his newest book from NLS to read. A few hightlights from the response: Normal speaking fee is $5000, but they are willing to negotiate. Fee includes meeting with us about our group so he can taylor his talk to our organization. I really do not want to mess up with bad info, so please let me know your thoughts about responses to Christie's email. Thanks, Roberta From: Christie L. Bacon [mailto:clbreitner@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2021 1:28 PM To: mccallr6246@att.net Cc: John Bacon Subject: Re: MAER Conference Keynote Speaker Inquiry - John U. Bacon Greetings Roberta, Thank you for inviting John to keynote the MAER conference. Your organization is supporting people doing incredibly important work and he is honored to be considered. Please provide me with a little more information about the date, time, location, expected length of speech, number of attendees, and any other information you think would be helpful. Speaking Topics and Other Information On John's website you will find information on his most requested topics, bio, and other content: www.johnubacon.com <http://www.johnubacon.com/> . In addition to what you'll find there, John's newest book, Let Them Lead: Unexpected Lessons in Leadership from America's Worst High School Hockey Team, is full of practical lessons that can be applied in any organizational environment, and we've developed programming to assist organizations with learning and applying the principles found in the book For more information visit: https://letthemleadbybacon.com/ If the booking is confirmed, John will talk with you to learn all he can about your audience, and goals for the event. Then he will craft a presentation using stories, examples, and insights developed over 25+ years of writing, teaching, and coaching, and tie those stories directly back to you and your guests. Speaking Example If you'd like to share an example of his speaking style with your co-planners, this link to his speaking highlights gives a good sense of his presentation style: <https://youtu.be/esg25wQSjc0> https://youtu.be/esg25wQSjc0. Speaking Fee John's normal fee is $5000 for zoom or local events, which includes a planning call/s, a speech tailored to your needs, and time for Q&A. If that's beyond your budget please let us know what you have in mind and we can discuss from there. Thank you again for thinking of John for this opportunity. I look forward to learning more about your event and talking with you soon. Best, Christie L. Bacon 773-787-6464 www.linkedin.com/in/christielbacon <http://www.linkedin.com/in/christielbacon> On Fri, Oct 15, 2021 at 2:18 PM John U. Bacon <johnubacon@gmail.com> wrote: First name: Roberta Last name: McCall Email: mccallr6246@att.net Phone: 517-230-0751 Company: Michigan Chapter Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (MAER) Type of Event: Pro Bono Event Description of Event: Keynote speaker for conference for non-profit org supporting professionals serving children and adults who are blind or have low vision; we also have a budget, so honorarium is possible; this is not a book signing Lead Source: Speaking form - John U. Bacon Form ID: 1 INFO FROM WEBSITE FOLLOWS: Speeches and Client Events Bacon delivers speeches to corporations, universities and other groups nationally and abroad. In 2011, the Michigan Chapter of Meeting Planners International (MMPI) named him "Speaker of the Year." Each booking includes a planning meeting or call, a presentation tailored to your needs, time for Q&A, and a book signing afterward, if you want, for as long as you like. Presentation Topics The needs of our clients are paramount, so you will not receive a canned speech, but rather a tailor-made presentation based on your needs. After taking the time to learn about your company and culture, John will craft a program that combines principle themes, his unique stories (from a library of hundreds), and a practical application to your situation. Subject matter is applicable across a wide range of vocations and accessible to a broad audience. The following is a brief list of the most requested presentation topics. Themes and stories are often mixed and matched to create the best program for your group. The Timeless Fundamentals of Leadership John draws lessons from a variety of sources,his own experiences, and his best-selling book, Bo's Lasting Lessons: The Legendary Coach Teaches the Timeless Fundamentals of Leadership, which Warren Buffett himself endorsed John tells stories to underscore how great leaders listen, communicate, and make decisions. In this fast-moving and fun speech, John gives specific, direct advice leaders can use the next day. Bo Schembechler impersonation guaranteed. Hire Better, Fire Less How to Create Creativity - and Manage It Diversity for Fun and Profit Motivating Millenials Client List Book Bacon for your next event Bacon delivers tailor-made speeches to corporations, universities, and other organizations, drawing on themes and stories from three decades of writing, teaching, and coaching. Form Editor: https://johnubacon.com/wp-admin/options-general.php?page=salesforce-wordpres s-to-lead <https://johnubacon.com/wp-admin/options-general.php?page=salesforce-wordpre ss-to-lead&tab=form&id=1> &tab=form&id=1