Jim Chancellor

Jim Chancellor

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Veteran Advocate & Purple Heart Recipient

  • Travels From:
  • Speaking Fee:
    Live Event Fee: Below $10,000
    Virtual Event Fee: Below $10,000
    More Fee Info
  • Categories:

Jim Chancellor Biography

Jim Chancellor is a low-keyed mixture of sincerity and intensity. A Vietnam Veteran whose mission is to let his hard-earned lessons of the past direct him to healing and healthy choices in the future.

While serving with the 119th Assault Helicopter Company as a door gunner his ship was shot down in the jungles of Vietnam and he was awarded the Purple Heart and a Heroism Medal for Valor.

Amongst many other awards and citations Chancellor was named North Township Veteran of the year and in 2016 was inducted in the Indiana Military Hall of Fame.

Athletic in appearance and spontaneous Chancellor is well educated on the issues and is comfortable on stage with all types of media. His insights are earned and respecting him is unavoidable.

Mr. Chancellor has made special presentations to Toby Keith and Bob Hope. He has worked with Congressional Medal of Honor recipients Sammy L. Davis and Gary Wetzel. Having a professional style he has been featured at the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Conventions multiple times. In 1998 he was awarded the National Certificate of Appreciation from the VFW. Mr. Chancellor has spoken on the same agenda as President Ronald Reagan, Colin Powell, Vice President Al Gore, Ross Perot, and President Barack Obama.

Jim Chancellor is a member of the DAV, VFW, and American Legion. He is the mentor coordinator for the Lake County Veterans Treatment Court and works tirelessly with veterans who struggle with PTSD, the moral injuries of war and homelessness.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Jim Chancellor and other top speakers and celebrities.

Jim Chancellor Speaking Topics

PTSD Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner

“PTSD Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner” is a Dynamic 60 Minute Workshop on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder" Today’s youth are going to be the leaders of tomorrow. The American Veterans Collection conducts post-traumatic stress disorder ‘PTSD’ workshops in high schools and colleges to illustrate the effects of war on the veteran.

“During the workshops I share some of my experiences, explaining to the children and grandchildren of veterans why their loved ones react the way they do in different situations. Discovered is the mental anguish of war and its effects on the veteran. Many of our young people may never become leaders or warriors on a battlefield, however they must understand that freedom is never free. Sadly it sometimes takes fighting and dying to keep freedom strong, and as a result, the events that took place in the fight for freedom create many emotional problems for veterans.

In this interactive presentation, explained are the different degrees of PTSD and the differences between them. I also define words like “shell shock” and “battle fatigue” from our past wars. During the presentation, impactful visual aids are used to highlight some statistics about our veterans and their readjustment back into society. I teach about the adrenaline rush of combat and the temporary escape by veterans from reality through drug and alcohol abuse. Explained are the difficulties of veterans returning home to loved ones that really do not and cannot understand what they went through. Many veterans are merely surviving and working through unconscious mental blocks.

The learning experience presents thoughtful combat scenarios which require student participation. We discuss in detail student decision making and their selective route within those combat scenarios. Upon conclusion of the PTSD presentation, there is an informal Q&A session.

All PTSD workshops are presented from the heart. They are filled with emotion and create active audience participation to invoke an understanding that ‘PTSD’ is not a disease. It is a symptom of war and with proper treatment, counseling, understanding and love, PTSD can be controlled.”

Jim Chancellor Videos

Til Death Due Us Part - Jim Chancellor
James Chancellor - PTSD
PTSD: Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner with Jim Chancellor

How do I book Jim Chancellor to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor, 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 Jim Chancellor or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Jim Chancellor for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Jim Chancellor, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Chancellor are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Chancellor, 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 Jim Chancellor speak about?

Jim Chancellor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Veterans, Military, Mental Health and Inspirational.

Where does Jim Chancellor travel from?

Jim Chancellor generally travels from Indiana, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jim Chancellor?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor 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.


Jim Chancellor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Veterans, Military and Mental Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Chancellor for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jim Chancellor generally travels from Indiana, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Karl Marlantes, Dave Carey and Michael E. Thornton. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Chancellor for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/04/2025.

Jim Chancellor Speaking Topics

  • PTSD Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner

    “PTSD Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner” is a Dynamic 60 Minute Workshop on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder" Today’s youth are going to be the leaders of tomorrow. The American Veterans Collection conducts post-traumatic stress disorder ‘PTSD’ workshops in high schools and colleges to illustrate the effects of war on the veteran.

    “During the workshops I share some of my experiences, explaining to the children and grandchildren of veterans why their loved ones react the way they do in different situations. Discovered is the mental anguish of war and its effects on the veteran. Many of our young people may never become leaders or warriors on a battlefield, however they must understand that freedom is never free. Sadly it sometimes takes fighting and dying to keep freedom strong, and as a result, the events that took place in the fight for freedom create many emotional problems for veterans.

    In this interactive presentation, explained are the different degrees of PTSD and the differences between them. I also define words like “shell shock” and “battle fatigue” from our past wars. During the presentation, impactful visual aids are used to highlight some statistics about our veterans and their readjustment back into society. I teach about the adrenaline rush of combat and the temporary escape by veterans from reality through drug and alcohol abuse. Explained are the difficulties of veterans returning home to loved ones that really do not and cannot understand what they went through. Many veterans are merely surviving and working through unconscious mental blocks.

    The learning experience presents thoughtful combat scenarios which require student participation. We discuss in detail student decision making and their selective route within those combat scenarios. Upon conclusion of the PTSD presentation, there is an informal Q&A session.

    All PTSD workshops are presented from the heart. They are filled with emotion and create active audience participation to invoke an understanding that ‘PTSD’ is not a disease. It is a symptom of war and with proper treatment, counseling, understanding and love, PTSD can be controlled.”

Jim Chancellor Videos

Til Death Due Us Part - Jim Chancellor
James Chancellor - PTSD
PTSD: Through the Eyes of a Door Gunner with Jim Chancellor
  • How do I book Jim Chancellor to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor, 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 Jim Chancellor or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jim Chancellor for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jim Chancellor, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Chancellor are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Chancellor, 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 Jim Chancellor speak about?

    Jim Chancellor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Veterans, Military, Mental Health and Inspirational.
  • Where does Jim Chancellor travel from?

    Jim Chancellor generally travels from Indiana, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jim Chancellor?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor 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 Jim Chancellor 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.
BOOKING INFORMATION REQUEST
JIM CHANCELLOR

We are happy to assist you with your interest in booking a speaker or celebrity for your event, your organization, and the type of talent you would like to secure, and an agent will be in touch shortly.

Fill out the form below to or call us at 1-800-698-2536 if need immediate assistance.

Tell us about your event!

We respond to most inquiries within 4 hours. Under special circumstances, it may take up to 24 hours.


This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.