Jesse LeBeau
TV Actor, Renowned Basketball Trick Artist, Mental Health Advocate
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 street ball, regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse has played in nationally televised games on Fox Sports Net against the best players in 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. 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.
Speech Topics
Attitude is Everything: Winning Life's Battles with Humor and Optimism
Jesse LeBeau understands what it feels like to try to form and discover your identity and purpose. 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 unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books and youth programs, earning him the moniker of “The Celebrity Teen Coach”. In 2017, he started THE ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING FOUNDATION as a resource for young people to have on-going support throughout their difficult teenage years particularly targeting the area of self-esteem.
The Attitude Advantage: Turning Obstacles Into Assets
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 highly entertaining and interactive style creates an engaging experience helping audiences to understand how their unique personal story is their greatest untapped resource. Audience members will learn to: · Achieve higher goals · Increase productivity · Build trust and confidence · Strengthen relationships · Increase positive impact
Videos
Books
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The typical range for Jesse LeBeau's speaking fee is $10,000–$20,000. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Jesse LeBeau to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.What factors influence the speaker's fee?
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