Beverly Jon’s reputation as a speaker is built on her ability to explore difficult topics with authenticity, warmth and laughter. She is a dynamic storyteller with the remarkable ability to create intimacy and connection with her audience.
As a keynote speaker, lecturer and workshop leader, Beverly delves deeply into the themes of human connection, our profound influence over others and our individual ability to be a dynamic force for good in the lives of our families, local communities, workplace and the world at large.
Challenging her audience to new perspectives, Beverly is a catalyst for change. Her inspiration will help you look deeper, dream higher and do more than you ever thought possible.
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Speaking Topics Include
(But not limited to):
The Echo Principal: Understanding & Shaping Your Lasting Influence on the World Around You
Seeds of Transformation: New Principals & Practices by which to Live and Work
Chaos Theory: Finding Humor in the Midst of Chaos
Growing-up in the System: Recovering from the Affects of Dysfunctional Family Cycles
Beverly Jon
Professional Overview
Over the course of her thirty-year career, Beverly Jon has served as lead public relations council for Microsoft’s Equal Access initiative; created the US Motown Traveling Exhibition and Revue; developed the second largest New Year’s Eve event in the United States, attracting more than 500,000 people; conceived the $100 million Georgia Legends Museum; and produced national events for the largest Latino not-for-profit organization in America.
Specializing in the development and execution of original concepts designed to strengthen a client’s public profile, she has worked with a broad spectrum of clients, including Microsoft Corporation, The Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Polygram Entertainment, Motown, BellSouth, Northern Telecom, GHESA International, Private Jet Airlines, The Coca-Cola Company, Turner Entertainment, The State of Georgia, The High Museum of Art, The Counsel General of Spain, The Japanese Chamber of Commerce, The Georgia Department of Industry and Tourism, the City of Atlanta, the State of Georgia, Peachtree Publishers, celebrated Southern authors Terry Kay, Louis Grizzard, Philip Lee Williams, William Mitchell, renowned folk artist Howard Finster, Rich William International and fine art photographer David Joseph,.
Ms. Jon’s roster of prestigious keynote event speakers includes former U.S. Presidents George W. Bush and William (Bill) Jefferson Clinton; Microsoft Chairman, Bill Gates, former Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer; former President of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Sara Martinez Tucker; actor and comedian Cheech Marin; and a host of additional celebrities, dignitaries, and business professionals.
Ms. Jon conceived and championed the television documentary series Endangered Treasures: Great Monuments of the World. The thirteen-part series brings to light the magnificent contributions in art, architecture and culture of global civilizations throughout the ages as told through the cinematography of renowned filmmaker Ron Fricke.
As a publicist, Beverly Jon has garnered coverage for her clients on 60 Minutes, NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, Entertainment Tonight, Show Biz Today, Newsweek, Variety, US News & World Report, The Associated Press, The Hollywood Reporter, Time Magazine, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, The New York Post, The Village Voice, USA Today, as well as other newspapers, periodicals and broadcast outlets throughout the United States, South America and Europe.
Ms. Jon has served as spokesperson for a variety of organizations throughout her career. As a keynote speaker, her customized presentations cover a vast array of topics that are insightful, engaging and inspirational.
An author since 1982, Ms. Jon’s non-fiction articles have been published in local, regional and national magazines; her poetry has been published by the Library of Congress. Her new fiction novel, Chaos Theory, a dark comedy set in Atlanta, Georgia, is due to be released in 2014.