Jack Stahlmann
Jack Stahlmann’s informative and educational presentations are built around his experiences in Los Angeles as an actor, producer, director — and of course, a waiter.
Jack Stahlmann’s informative and educational presentations are built around his experiences in Los Angeles as an actor, producer, director — and of course, a waiter.
In Hollywood, he launched his own production company which created several films that enjoyed international success and was an Assistant Director for the Margaret Cho stand-up show, Cho Revolution.
As an actor, his shining moment came in a co-star role on the CBS drama Cold Case, where he played a wimpy park ranger. He also appeared on Days of Our Lives and several commercials.
Jack graduated with honors at DePauw University (yes, DePauw with a W) and has been a regular contributor to HuffPost. For the last decade he has been entertaining companies, schools and associations worldwide, while delivering actionable takeaways to make a real difference in the workplace.
THE INTANGIBLE IT.
Jack’s longest standing keynote, The Intangible It, examines the “it” quality movie stars possess that you can't quite put your finger on… or can you? By sharing humorous tales of his Tinseltown adventures, Jack breaks down the “it” factor that makes certain actors superstars and how to use those lessons to become a star in your profession.
You’ll learn about The Gift and how to channel your inner-Clooney to make everyone you encounter feel important. We’ll examine The Shift by exploring the secret that has given Tom Hanks such career longevity. And with The Connect we will dive into ways you can be more memorable to anyone you meet – and it might be as simple as wearing a Dolly Parton tee shirt. Really.
This presentation is the spoonful of sugar with the medicine because it delivers the fun and humor you want with the takeaways that you just might need.
VANTAGE POINT.
Roles can change in an instant. One moment we’re working a ho-hum 9-5er and the next there’s a health crisis and an economic shift and we suddenly have a new role at work or even in the household. For those of us in new positions the road ahead may look daunting. But if you’re in the right role and you’re able to surround yourself with the right team, it just might be the adventure of a lifetime. This presentation creatively weaves in life lessons, challenging your team to think outside of themselves, and see the world through the eyes of others. By taking that perspective shift, attendees will gain a new appreciation for decision making at any level within an organization. And what’s more, this is the rare presentation that applies to employees and managers alike, due to its creative concept. This keynote also has an accompanying book, Days of Our Work Lives.
THE UPSIDE.
The post-covidian era has created unique problems like staffing shortages, burnout and the increasing creep of a workplace staple: Negativity. Inspired by a certification from Yale on The Psychology of Well-Being, this is the newest of Jack’s presentations, so it still has that fresh keynote smell. In a nutshell, this program is about how to navigate negativity in the workplace and Jack examines how challenging times can bring big things to anyone, if you look in the right place. But as the GI Joe Fallacy (yes, that GI Joe) demonstrates, simply seeing the silver lining is not enough. It’s the doers who find the upside. Because in a world with so much downside, you can always find a way to… up yours.
DON’T FLINCH: THE HALF DAY.
Even though Jack’s wife and kids would say an hour with him is plenty, some organizations opt for a longer and more intensive half-day session. In this two-and-a- half-hour program, Jack steps your team through a series of exercises that are equal parts fun and insightful. And because Jack takes elements from his keynotes and packs them into the half day, your team receives a greatest hits album of sorts, with the fun and humor of a keynote but also the impact of a workshop. See Jack for more details on how he can customize the program for your group.
The response to Jack was so good, we've had him back a few more times! He's that rare unicorn speaker that delivers the humor you'll love and practical professional tips you need.
United Bankers Bank
Jack is hands down one of the best keynote speakers we've had for our new CPA recognition ceremony! We love him so much we've had him speak at several other events. He genuinely connects with his audience whether students or CFOs with his witty humor and solid takeaways. He speaks about the ‚"It Factor" and he himself possesses the quality.
MN-CPA
Jack's message was powerful and our members really loved his delivery. I knew he was a really big hit when I saw one of our - let's say choosier members - come up to Jack afterwards to say, 'I was ready to not like you but you were great!' If he can crack that facade, he can deliver for anyone!
MASA
Jack was a game-changer for our event this year! We had originally hired Jack to deliver a one-hour keynote for our in-person conference, but when we had to shift everything to virtual all previous plans were thrown out the window and I called Jack to see if he was willing to roll with us on this new adventure and he was SO adaptable. He customized his keynote into shorter segments, to keep the attention of an online audience. And he went above and beyond as an emcee and host for our virtual program, writing most of the content - we simply had to give him the sponsors and the agenda and he did the rest, I never had to worry about a minute he was part of. I cannot imagine trying to tackle the abrupt transition to virtual with any other speaker at the helm. I was confident that with Jack tying the program together our attendees would share an enjoyable, lighthearted and memorable learning experience. I have not stopped singing his praises since our event wrapped. As an event planner, I cannot emphasize enough how much easier he will make your virtual event. With Jack you get more than a speaker - you get a true event partner!
MEA Energy
Jack's presentation was engaging and fun, but there were real lessons in what he said. So in a way it's like hiring an entertainer and an educator all in one.
Associated Bank
Jack was super easy to work with. He customized the message and just made it easy Jack was the perfect fit for our group, bringing energy to our morning session in a fun and thought provoking way. His humor, insight and storytelling hooked our group, and from a credit union and event content perspective, I love that his message has real-world, workplace-applicable takeaways, oh and did I mention it was fun?
Dakota Credit Union Association
Bringing Jack back again was a no doubter, since our group loved him the first time, and he did not disappoint with his keynote, The Upside. We laughed, learned and had a great time along the way. From a meeting planning perspective, there is no downside to having him bring The Upside.
Stearns County
Jack has been great to work with through the years. We have booked him for 6 separate events over the past decade in front of a variety of audiences - from Sheriffs to nurses - and he has delivered every time. Both virtually and in-person, he has been a hit!
Minnesota Sheriffs Association
Jack was the perfect closing Keynote for our group! He received 10+ on our survey... out of 10. Seriously, some attendees gave him an 15!
Marketing Association International, HSMAI
Jack hit it out of the park! I could tell in the room that attendees were loving the humor, and also resonated on his message of the importance of connecting with others. The surveys after the fact showed that they gained tips and tricks to take with them to the workplace and beyond. And because his message is universal, it really worked for our audience, which have a variety of attendees from a variety of different professions and business sectors. I am our audience is similar to yours. I can't recommend him enough! In fact, I am bringing him back to speak as our morning keynote in South Dakota next October. You will not regret hiring Jack.
Minnesota Safety Council and South Dakota Safety Council
Simply the best! LeadingAge searched for the perfect emcee and facilitator and we found it in Jack. He's highly relatable and keeps the audience in the palm of his hand. He is funny, engaging and authentic. As a busy event strategist, what I value most is his ability to take an idea and run with it, making the process easy. You are in great hands with Jack as your host!
LeadingAge
Jack was an absolute pillar of our fall events in 2023. Serving as our keynote speaker, Jack delivered a meaningful, electric address to our collegiate members‚ at 8:30 AM in the morning nonetheless! He brought fantastic storytelling and a great message to our group, invigorating members to seize the day ahead and be the most authentic version of themselves. I would not hesitate to recommend Jack to any organization seeking a speaker with equal parts wit, passion, and message.
Delta Sigma Pi
I have booked Jack multiple times (and counting) and there's a reason for that: He's really good. He delivers his message in such an easy and fun way, it feels like you're swapping stories with an old friend over some, um, let's say sodas. Audiences respond to him, he packs a meaningful message and ultimately, he's great to work with.
Montana's Credit Unions
Jack Stahlmann hit it out of the park as our all-in-one speaker and emcee! He kicked off our program with a great keynote that set the tone for the conference and then he kept the energy up throughout the event as our host. From the first day of planning to the last moment on stage, it was a luxury to have one person and one voice I could trust to be my literal Jack of all trades (pardon the pun). As an emcee, I could let him run with a concept and not have to worry about it, because he brought the fun and the funny, all while weaving in the main conference themes throughout the event.
Kentucky Credit Union League
The best thing about Jack's message is that it resonated across departments. From the longest standing professor to the newest person on our facilities team, Jack's message about having "it" set the tone for our academic year. He brought humor, life lessons and best of all, he brought an energy that kicked our year off in a fun way. I'd recommend Jack to any community college looking to bring together the entire team!
Central Arizona Community College
Jack was simply fantastic! He captivated an audience with a wide variety of backgrounds, which can be a challenge. His keynote was so well received that we had to add seats to his accompanying breakout session later that day. He was easy to work with, responsive to our needs and added a lot to our safety & wellness conference!
Armady, LLC
Jack Stahlmann was exactly the all-staff refresh that we needed. His use of humor hooked our entire team as he tailored the message to resonate with all staff members. His words reminded us that the difference we make in education is real, no matter the role each of us plays within our school district. Beyond that, Jack delivered something that almost can't be quantified: human connection. In an ever-changing world where interpersonal connection isn't always prioritized, his message hit the mark.
Milaca Schools
Days of our Work Lives
