Jim McKelvey
Keynote Speaker: Co-founder of Block, Inventor, Author
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Jim McKelvey Biography
Jim McKelvey is a serial entrepreneur, inventor, philanthropist, artist, and author of "The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time." He is the co-founder of Block, formerly known as Square, was chairman of its board until 2010, and still serves on the Board of Directors. McKelvey played a crucial role in the company's success, especially during its competitive struggles against Amazon. His iconic card reader design is part of the permanent collections at both the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and The Smithsonian in Washington DC.
In addition to his work in technology, McKelvey founded Invisibly, an initiative aimed at transforming the economics of online content; LaunchCode, a nonprofit that helps individuals learn programming and secure jobs in technology; and Third Degree Glass Factory, a studio and education center that promotes glass art. His written works include "The Art of Fire," the world’s most widely read text on glassblowing, and his latest book, "The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time," which provides insights into Square's strategies and broader lessons on entrepreneurship.
In 2017, McKelvey was appointed as an Independent Director of the St. Louis Federal Reserve. He graduated from Washington University with degrees in Economics and Computer Science in 1987. McKelvey's commitment to innovation is evident in his advocacy for customer-driven solutions and his encouragement for individuals to experiment with technology, inspiring audiences with his diverse experiences and achievements.
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What topics does Jim McKelvey speak about?
Jim McKelvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Authors, Motivational, Business and Business Growth.
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Jim McKelvey generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Jim McKelvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Jim McKelvey generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marc Randolph, Peter Diamandis and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim McKelvey for an upcoming event.
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"Jim's presentation was very well received. It was great that he created new material to match SAP's theme for the event. He is definitely a multi-faceted individual, and I hope that this event will lead to other projects together."
SAP - Dec 09 2015 -
Jim was superb. A very engaging speaker and made himself available to our attendees post event. He’s incredibly easy to work with, and the subject matter was perfect for our conference and audience.
SourceMedia - May 05 2014
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Square co-founder Jim McKelvey is also a glassblowing artist who got frustrated when he couldn't sell one of his signature glass faucets to a customer with a ...
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Q&A with Jim McKelvey: LaunchCode 'just flat-out life-changing ...
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How do I book Jim McKelvey to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim McKelvey 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 McKelvey, 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 McKelvey or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jim McKelvey for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jim McKelvey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim McKelvey, 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 McKelvey speak about?
Jim McKelvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Authors, Motivational, Business and Business Growth. -
Where does Jim McKelvey travel from?
Jim McKelvey generally travels from St. Louis, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jim McKelvey?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jim McKelvey 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 McKelvey 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 McKelvey 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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