Becoming The Better You Motivational Speaker from Kansas City, MO

Ready to ignite your audience and move from inspiration to action? ?? John E. Avocado • ?? Keynote Speaker & Professional Emcee • ?? International Presenter • ?? Innovation Coach As a U.S. Air Force veteran turned technologist, inventor, and coach, I bring a rare blend of discipline, creativity, and purpose to the stage. I hold an honorary doctorate, served for years as Vice President of the Inventors Center of Kansas City, and have delivered presentations around the world — including a recent appearance at the I Change Nations event in Nairobi, Kenya. For over a year I was embedded with Jani-King International, serving as lead trainer through Becoming the Better You, where I designed and led a full professional-development curriculum. That experience honed my ability to understand organizational culture quickly and adapt to any audience or theme. Event planners value my adaptability. Whether the subject is communication, leadership, innovation, or personal growth, I craft each presentation to match the event’s message and tone. Every story I tell can flex across multiple themes without losing its authenticity — making it easy to align with your program’s goals while keeping the energy high. As Brenda Ringwood says, “John E. Avocado is known for crisp storytelling, sponsor-savvy transitions, and smooth timekeeping that keeps programs on track and audiences engaged.” If you’re ready to book a speaker or emcee who blends purpose, professionalism, and audience-centric energy, let’s talk next steps. ?? Corporate Keynote Speaker ?? Gala Emcee & Awards Host ?? International Presenter (Global Events) ?? Innovation & Technology Thought Leader ?? Leadership Development & Team Motivation ?? Systems Thinker & Process Expert ?? Practical Tools