Great life lessons given out of an authentic journey. Jesse shares the keys every young person needs to chase their dreams.
Jesse LeBeau
“The Celebrity Teen Coach” and Star of Emmy nominated sitcom: "This Just In"
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Jesse LeBeau
Biography
Growing up as an undersized and over-matched basketball player on a remote Alaskan island with no roads or stores, Jesse LeBeau was overlooked and underestimated, constantly feeling like he had to prove himself.
At a young age, Jesse developed a love for sports, particularly basketball. However, at 5'8" Jesse had nearly every odd stacked against him.
Despite his size and circumstances, he managed to rise above it all and became a name in the world of streetball, regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours.
Jesse has played in nationally televised games on Fox Sports Net against the best players in the world, and landing starring roles in commercials for Kobe Bryant and with other NBA players such as Dwayne Wade, Rajon Rondo, Blake Griffin, and Amare Stoudemire. Playing under the nickname 'Spin Cycle' he has had the opportunity to be coached by Matt Barnes Chauncey Billups and Dennis Rodman to name a few.
He later made it to the big screen in Hollywood in the Warner Brother's film "Thunderstruck" starring NBA All-Star Kevin Durant and starred on the Emmy nominated TV sitcom "This Just In". Currently, he plays himself on 'The LeBeau Show', a reality series that allows viewers to follow Jesse around the country to see firsthand the major impact he is having on youth, particularly troubled teens.
With only the love of the game of basketball and the tenacity to follow a dream driving him, Jesse LeBeau's persistence has led him to star in national commercials and movies with some of the most recognizable celebrities and professional athletes in the world. More importantly, he found a way to get paid to do what he loves to do every day!
His empowering story of triumph encourages anybody at any age to think of themselves, and how they can turn their biggest weaknesses into their greatest strengths.
"Jesse is living proof that if you work hard and believe in yourself, anything is possible." - Allen Iverson
Jesse LeBeau
Featured Keynote Programs
The Power of YOU!
Why underdogs WIN, nobody roots for Goliath, and other important things you should probably know…
Ever felt like an underdog at work, home, or life in general? Unfortunately, we all face hardships, challenges, and road blocks at times. The critical question then becomes, ‘How will you respond?’ Jesse shares the true power of a relentless attitude through inspiring personal stories that demonstrate how to embrace YOUR underdog and turn your biggest struggles into your competitive advantage. A perpetual underdog himself, he offers a unique perspective on why suffering, when viewed through the correct lens, can become your biggest strength and greatest asset. His authentic approach to this topic leads to major breakthroughs, helping those with a broken mindset finally flip the switch to get out of their own way so they can achieve true greatness. Jesse’s interactive style creates an engaging experience helping audiences understand how their unique personal story is their greatest Superpower. This allows them to build stronger relationships, achieve goals, and increase productivity all while building trust and having a true impact on others. This presentation inspires and encourages audiences to take complete responsibility for their lives and believe they can achieve true greatness in every aspect of their lives by embracing grit, attitude, and resourcefulness.
Why Underdogs Win! (Non-Profit Groups)
Watch as Jesse entertains with a basketball and shares his inspiring underdog story of how he went from overlooked to overbooked, dribbling his way onto the Hollywood big screen. Learn how one underdog pursued his dream and you can too!
The Attitude Advantage
Turning Obstacles Into Assets
This is Jesse's most in demand speech in which he dazzles audiences with this basketball tricks and while sharing his relatable underdog story. Jesse understands what it feels like to try to form and discover your identity and purpose. He has learned that life’s battles can be won, armed with a sense of humor and an optimistic attitude. Sharing his struggles, Jesse encourages people to view their lives through a new lens and embrace three words that changed his life: ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING. His empowering story of triumph encourages all people to think of themselves, and how they can turn their biggest weaknesses into their greatest strengths!
The Greatest Story Ever Told
YOUR Story! (Corporate)
Learn how your personal story can impact your business relationships, sales and help you build immediately rapport and trust. Success in today's business world is built on relationship, authenticity, and deep personal connection. Find out how to communicate your company's message in a way that connects on a personal level from someone whose used his story to impact millions of people all over the world through books, online videos and TV shows.