Jon Dorenbos

Magic, Resilience, and the Power to Choose Joy

Expert on

  • Accountability
  • Leadership
  • Change
  • Inspirational
  • Sports

Fee Range

$70,000–$100,000

Travels from

CA, US

Biography

Jon Dorenbos is a former NFL long snapper, two-time Pro Bowler, world-class magician, America’s Got Talent finalist, author, and keynote speaker whose life story is a powerful example of resilience, forgiveness, and purpose.

At 12 years old, Jon’s life changed forever when his father took the life of his mother and was sentenced to prison. Jon entered foster care while his aunt fought to gain custody of him and his sister. Through therapy, family support, and his own determination, Jon made a decision early in life that tragedy would not define him.

After receiving no college football scholarship offers, Jon found his way to the University of Texas at El Paso, learned to long snap, and earned a place on the field. In 2003, he signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent and later joined the Philadelphia Eagles, where he became a fan favorite, team leader, and two-time Pro Bowler during a 14-season NFL career.

Beyond football, Jon built a second career as a magician and entertainer. His unique blend of magic, humor, storytelling, and inspiration took him to the finals of America’s Got Talent and has made him a sought-after performer and speaker for audiences of all sizes.

Today, Jon shares a message of resilience, gratitude, forgiveness, and choosing happiness through adversity. Whether on stage, at corporate events, or in front of private audiences, he delivers an unforgettable experience that inspires people to get back up, move forward, and live with purpose.

Speaker Videos

LIFE IS MAGIC

As a finalist on Season 11 of America’s Got Talent, Jon Dorenbos amazes audiences with a one-of-a-kind blend of comedy, world-class magic, and powerful storytelling. In this unforgettable program, Jon shares his personal journey of overcoming tragedy, setbacks, and the unexpected turns of life while inspiring audiences to choose happiness, embrace resilience, and create their own magic.

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn how to turn adversity into purpose and forward momentum.
  • Discover how mindset and perspective shape the way we respond to challenges.
  • Understand the power of forgiveness, gratitude, and choosing joy.
  • See how humor, connection, and wonder can bring people together.
  • Leave inspired to get back up, move forward, and create magic in everyday life.

LIFE IS A VISION, NOT A CIRCUMSTANCE

Jon shares his inspiring journey from losing both parents at the age of 12 and navigating the foster care system to building a 14-season NFL career and becoming a two-time Pro Bowler. Through humor, honesty, and heart, Jon shows audiences how vision, perseverance, and personal choice can help people rise above even the most difficult circumstances.

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn how to define your life by vision, not by circumstance.
  • Understand how adversity can become fuel for growth, purpose, and resilience.
  • Discover the role of mindset, discipline, and perseverance in achieving long-term goals.
  • See how forgiveness and gratitude can help create healing and forward momentum.
  • Leave inspired to take ownership of your story and keep moving toward what is possible.

LIFE IS MAGIC

With 14 years in the NFL as a professional athlete, a finalist appearance on America’s Got Talent, regular appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and experience speaking on Fortune 500 stages, Jon Dorenbos shares his inspiring journey from tragedy to self-discovery.

This extraordinary and empowering program explores resilience, forgiveness, mindset, and living a life of purpose in the face of unfathomable obstacles. Through unforgettable storytelling and world-class magic, Jon creates a meaningful experience that is both deeply personal and highly relevant to each audience.

Jon seamlessly incorporates your company’s message into the program, leaving audiences motivated, connected, and aligned with your organization’s mission.

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn how resilience can help transform adversity into purpose.
  • Discover the power of forgiveness, gratitude, and perspective in moving forward.
  • Understand how mindset shapes the way we respond to challenges and change.
  • See how connection, humor, and storytelling can strengthen teams and culture.
  • Leave inspired to create more meaning, possibility, and “magic” in everyday life.