Dr. Danny Brassell

Dr. Danny Brassell

Keynote Speaker: Highly-Acclaimed International Keynote Speaker & Bestselling Author, Known As "America's Leading Reading Ambassador"

Dr. Danny Brassell Biography

Affectionately known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has served as an educational advisor to students ranging from preschoolers to rocket scientists for nearly three decades. While he has held a variety of titles and worked with leaders from a variety of fields and disciplines, Dr. Brassell has always considered himself first and foremost a teacher.

A recognized authority on leadership development, reading, motivation and communication skills, Dr. Brassell has been honored consistently for his strategic intellect and practical solutions. Audiences rave about his ability to deliver meaningful and memorable messages that are applicable for individuals within all levels of organizations. Meeting planners love him, as he has a reputation for being one of the kindest and easiest speakers they have ever dealt with.

A gregarious, sought-after author, speaker and coach who has delivered over 3,500 presentations on four continents, Dr. Brassell is characterized by friends, colleagues and clients as one of the most insightful, powerful and compassionate individuals in business today. Thousands – from small business owners to corporate executives – have enjoyed his energetic, interactive and informative presentations. Danny specializes in offering engaging keynotes, research-based professional development and one-on-one training/coaching services that develop high-performing people or teams in schools, businesses and organizations.

Dr. Brassell is the author of 16 books, including “Leadership Begins with Motivation” and “Read, Lead & Succeed: 50 Simple Ways to Produce Extraordinary Results in Business and Life.” Most importantly, he is married to a saint and father to three of the brightest and best children the world has ever known.

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Dr. Danny Brassell Speaking Topics

Bringing Joy Back into Education

Educators (teachers, administrators and staff) did not enter education for the pay or daily accolades from society; they are in it because they care about kids. The standardized testing craze and pandemic have terrified students, overwhelmed parents and led many great educators to quit. Come join Danny as he reminds you of your importance as an educator in the every day development of children. He’ll remind you how to laugh, sing, dance and play in order to bring the joy back into education.

Leadership Begins with Motivation

In an increasingly crowded world of “thought” leaders, it is now more essential than ever to create “action” leaders. In his 25 years of working with leaders from the classroom to the board room – from preschoolers to rocket scientists – Dr. Danny Brassell has lived by the creedo that “education is valuable, but execution is priceless.” Leadership begins with motivation – but it also requires a lot of perspiration. And the best leaders inspire others to become their best. Get ready to laugh and learn in this highly engaging presentation, based on Dr. Brassell’s best-selling book of the same title. You will come away with practical tips for developing daily habits essential to success in the new global economy.

A Baker’s Dozen of Lessons Learned from the Teaching Trenches

It takes a special person to be a teacher. Every day presents new challenges, and our attitudes and expectations shape our success. Join Danny as he shares a fast-paced, humorous and motivational keynote designed to show you how you make a difference in the lives of your students. From teaching preschoolers to rocket scientists, Danny shares his own trials and tribulations in the classroom as well as why he loves to teach. You’ll learn his secret to good teaching and leave feeling invigorated.

Dr. Danny Brassell Videos

Everything in Life Is Always About Perspective - Terrific Keynote Speaker
We Need Great Teachers - One of the Best Motivational Speakers
One of the Funniest Educational Motivational Speakers

How do I book Dr. Danny Brassell to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Danny Brassell for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Danny Brassell, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Danny Brassell or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Dr. Danny Brassell for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Dr. Danny Brassell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Danny Brassell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Danny Brassell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Danny Brassell speak about?

Dr. Danny Brassell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Business, Customer Experience, Creativity, Success, Personal Growth, Peak Performance, Education, Motivational, Leadership, Early Childhood Education and Small Business.

Where does Dr. Danny Brassell travel from?

Dr. Danny Brassell generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Danny Brassell?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Danny Brassell for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Danny Brassell for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Danny Brassell or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Dr. Danny Brassell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Business and Customer Experience. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Danny Brassell for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Danny Brassell generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gever Tulley, Keith L. Brown and Erin Gruwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Danny Brassell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 31/10/2024.

Dr. Danny Brassell Speaking Topics

  • Bringing Joy Back into Education

    Educators (teachers, administrators and staff) did not enter education for the pay or daily accolades from society; they are in it because they care about kids. The standardized testing craze and pandemic have terrified students, overwhelmed parents and led many great educators to quit. Come join Danny as he reminds you of your importance as an educator in the every day development of children. He’ll remind you how to laugh, sing, dance and play in order to bring the joy back into education.

  • Leadership Begins with Motivation

    In an increasingly crowded world of “thought” leaders, it is now more essential than ever to create “action” leaders. In his 25 years of working with leaders from the classroom to the board room – from preschoolers to rocket scientists – Dr. Danny Brassell has lived by the creedo that “education is valuable, but execution is priceless.” Leadership begins with motivation – but it also requires a lot of perspiration. And the best leaders inspire others to become their best. Get ready to laugh and learn in this highly engaging presentation, based on Dr. Brassell’s best-selling book of the same title. You will come away with practical tips for developing daily habits essential to success in the new global economy.

  • A Baker’s Dozen of Lessons Learned from the Teaching Trenches

    It takes a special person to be a teacher. Every day presents new challenges, and our attitudes and expectations shape our success. Join Danny as he shares a fast-paced, humorous and motivational keynote designed to show you how you make a difference in the lives of your students. From teaching preschoolers to rocket scientists, Danny shares his own trials and tribulations in the classroom as well as why he loves to teach. You’ll learn his secret to good teaching and leave feeling invigorated.

Dr. Danny Brassell Videos

Everything in Life Is Always About Perspective - Terrific Keynote Speaker
We Need Great Teachers - One of the Best Motivational Speakers
One of the Funniest Educational Motivational Speakers
The Reading Makeover: Danny Brassell at TEDxVillageGate

Dr. Danny Brassell Reviews

  • Danny Brassell is an awesome speaker and individual! His level of energy and positivity is very contagious. I’ve had him speak at multiple meetings and conferences over the course of 5 years. Whether he was speaking to a group of 50 or an arena of over 5500 cheering fans, Danny inspired audiences with his highly engaging and informative message. But above all, he always has the audience laughing and wanting more. He is not a prima donna when it comes to working out event details and truly understands and appreciates the little things that make customers feel great. My customers always rave about Danny and can’t stop thanking me for bringing him to them! Bottom line, Danny is the MAN!
    TCM-Shell - Nov 21 2014

  • I would like to thank Danny for the keynote speech he did...I felt very much engaged through the entire presentation. It was entertaining, rewarding and educational.
    Microcomputer Science Centre Inc. - Nov 21 2014

  • Danny certainly is motivational! He has a tremendous amount of positive energy that permeates the audience. Furthermore he really knows his material and has command of a huge quantity of information. So, when you go to hear him be ready to be alert, write quickly, laugh lots, and leave brimming with new ideas. I highly recommend Danny as a top-notch speaker.
    SDE - Nov 21 2014

  • Danny's insights will change the way you read, lead and succeed! Time you spend with Danny will change your life!
    Dominate Your Niche & Make It Count™ entrepreneur training system - Nov 21 2014

  • Every educator, parent, policymaker and student needs to listen to Danny. His passion for literacy is unparalleled, and his energy and enthusiasm are sure to leave you mesmerized and eager to run to your local bookstore. Danny Brassell is truly "America's leading reading ambassador," and I guarantee he will inspire you to want to read vociferously and achieve more. I am grateful to know him.
    The Whimsical World of Sheri Fink - Nov 21 2014

  • How do I book Dr. Danny Brassell to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Danny Brassell for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Danny Brassell, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Danny Brassell or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Danny Brassell for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Danny Brassell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Danny Brassell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Danny Brassell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Danny Brassell speak about?

    Dr. Danny Brassell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Business, Customer Experience, Creativity, Success, Personal Growth, Peak Performance, Education, Motivational, Leadership, Early Childhood Education and Small Business.
  • Where does Dr. Danny Brassell travel from?

    Dr. Danny Brassell generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Danny Brassell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Danny Brassell for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Danny Brassell for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Danny Brassell or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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