Lee Tomlinson

Lee Tomlinson

Keynote Speaker: Compassion in Healthcare Advocate, Founder of The C.A.R.E. Effect Movement, Former TV Producer

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Lee Tomlinson Biography

Lee Tomlinson is dedicated to inspiring healthcare professionals to prioritize compassionate care in modern healthcare practices. This focus is not only to enhance patient and family experiences but also to improve healthcare providers' well-being and job satisfaction.

Tomlinson's journey to this realization was far from straightforward. A former award-winning television producer, movie studio executive, owner, and TED Talk speaker, Tomlinson's life was profoundly influenced by his personal battle with Stage 3+ throat cancer. This experience exposed him to the severe impact of medical treatment devoid of compassion, pushing him into deep despair. A simple yet profound act of compassion from a caring doctor and friend was pivotal in reigniting his will to survive and fostering a commitment to enhancing compassion in healthcare.

With a reinvigorated zest for life, Tomlinson founded The C.A.R.E. Effect Movement, aiming to restore and emphasize the critical role of compassion in healthcare. This initiative strives to address and mitigate burnout among America's 12.5 million healthcare professionals, encouraging them to offer more compassionate care. Additionally, Tomlinson is an adjunct professor and the author of several works focusing on the importance of compassion in medical settings. His notable keynote, "The Naked Truth About Compassionate C.A.R.E.," shares his personal cancer battle and the transformative power of compassion. Tomlinson also speaks on various topics, including professional burnout, the unforeseen blessings of surviving cancer, and the importance of superior customer service in healthcare settings. His impactful presentations have earned him multiple standing ovations and high praise, with commendations from respected figures like Jeffrey Weisgerber from Eli Lilly and Company, Dr. Dean Edell, and Shola Richards. Additionally, his athletic spirit is showcased through his endeavors as a Paralympic ski racer.

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Lee Tomlinson Speaking Topics

ACQUIRE A CUSTOMER. RETAIN A CUSTOMER. HEAL THE WORLD.

Superior customer service is the key differentiator in an overcrowded marketplace. Combining a vast wealth of knowledge in customer service and paired with compelling research proving the power of compassion to heal patients, Lee movingly presents the compelling case that customer service can do more than just improve your bottom line. Compassionate CARE of your customers can also profoundly and positively improve the lives of those customers and your employees, as well as the quality of life on Earth in a time when that is all that will heal our world.

THE BLESSINGS OF CANCER? SERIOUSLY

Perhaps Lee’s favorite speaking events are “Cancer Survivor Celebrations.” Having the privilege to interact and celebrate life with his fellow cancer battlers and their loved-ones is one of “Patient Lee’s” greatest thrills.

During these highly intimate and laugh-out-loud hilarious celebrations of life, Lee shares with his fellow survivors, their beloved C.A.R.E. givers, and healthcare professionals his tales of how his life has been profoundly improved — because of having survived cancer. And, gets his audience in touch with and willing to share their own cancer “blessings.”

FROM “BURN-OUT” BACK TO BRILLIANCE — WHAT MY CANCER TAUGHT ME ABOUT JOY

As a survivor of “burn-out” himself, “Patient Lee” knows what it’s like to hit bottom and lose it all. With “burn-out” among healthcare professionals reaching an epidemic proportion while adversely impacting patients, professionals, and even profit margins. “Patient Lee” shares his own intimate journey from burnout back to brilliance and in doing so shares what it takes to avoid and/or recover from this scourge.

THE NAKED TRUTH ABOUT COMPASSIONATE C.A.R.E. IS REVEALED — A RETURN TO THE HEART OF HEALING

In his most popular Keynote, “Patient Lee” takes audiences on a deeply moving, yet keenly hilarious journey around his personal battle with advanced cancer. This powerful presentation reveals a startling discovery of the immense power of compassion to heal both patient and medical professionals – as well as improve the bottom line. Most importantly, it shows the truly life-threatening impact when compassion is lacking, which drove Lee to seriously consider suicide.

Lee Tomlinson Videos

Lee Tomlinson -- Cancer Survivor Speaker
Cancer Survivor Speaker Lee Tomlinson at TedxLilly Event - YouTube
Patient Lee Tomlinson The Naked Truth About Compassion comes ...

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What topics does Lee Tomlinson speak about?

Lee Tomlinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Cancer, Cancer Survivors, Healthcare, Men's Health, Television & Film and Entrepreneurship.

Where does Lee Tomlinson travel from?

Lee Tomlinson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Lee Tomlinson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lee Tomlinson 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 Lee Tomlinson for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Lee Tomlinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health, Cancer and Cancer Survivors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lee Tomlinson for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Lee Tomlinson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marty Makary, M.D., Dave Chase and Dr. Joel Selanikio. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lee Tomlinson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Lee Tomlinson Speaking Topics

  • ACQUIRE A CUSTOMER. RETAIN A CUSTOMER. HEAL THE WORLD.

    Superior customer service is the key differentiator in an overcrowded marketplace. Combining a vast wealth of knowledge in customer service and paired with compelling research proving the power of compassion to heal patients, Lee movingly presents the compelling case that customer service can do more than just improve your bottom line. Compassionate CARE of your customers can also profoundly and positively improve the lives of those customers and your employees, as well as the quality of life on Earth in a time when that is all that will heal our world.

  • THE BLESSINGS OF CANCER? SERIOUSLY

    Perhaps Lee’s favorite speaking events are “Cancer Survivor Celebrations.” Having the privilege to interact and celebrate life with his fellow cancer battlers and their loved-ones is one of “Patient Lee’s” greatest thrills.

    During these highly intimate and laugh-out-loud hilarious celebrations of life, Lee shares with his fellow survivors, their beloved C.A.R.E. givers, and healthcare professionals his tales of how his life has been profoundly improved — because of having survived cancer. And, gets his audience in touch with and willing to share their own cancer “blessings.”

  • FROM “BURN-OUT” BACK TO BRILLIANCE — WHAT MY CANCER TAUGHT ME ABOUT JOY

    As a survivor of “burn-out” himself, “Patient Lee” knows what it’s like to hit bottom and lose it all. With “burn-out” among healthcare professionals reaching an epidemic proportion while adversely impacting patients, professionals, and even profit margins. “Patient Lee” shares his own intimate journey from burnout back to brilliance and in doing so shares what it takes to avoid and/or recover from this scourge.

  • THE NAKED TRUTH ABOUT COMPASSIONATE C.A.R.E. IS REVEALED — A RETURN TO THE HEART OF HEALING

    In his most popular Keynote, “Patient Lee” takes audiences on a deeply moving, yet keenly hilarious journey around his personal battle with advanced cancer. This powerful presentation reveals a startling discovery of the immense power of compassion to heal both patient and medical professionals – as well as improve the bottom line. Most importantly, it shows the truly life-threatening impact when compassion is lacking, which drove Lee to seriously consider suicide.

Lee Tomlinson Videos

Lee Tomlinson -- Cancer Survivor Speaker
Cancer Survivor Speaker Lee Tomlinson at TedxLilly Event - YouTube
Patient Lee Tomlinson The Naked Truth About Compassion comes ...
Lee Tomlinson - Cancer Survivor Sparking the C.A.R.E. Effect ...
  • How do I book Lee Tomlinson to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Lee Tomlinson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lee Tomlinson, 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 Lee Tomlinson speak about?

    Lee Tomlinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Cancer, Cancer Survivors, Healthcare, Men's Health, Television & Film and Entrepreneurship.
  • Where does Lee Tomlinson travel from?

    Lee Tomlinson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Lee Tomlinson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lee Tomlinson 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 Lee Tomlinson 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 Lee Tomlinson 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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