Educator • Speaker • Leader • Motivator
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 Leader • Motivator • Communicator

 
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​​Great thought-provoking, motivational speaker!
Jim made it about us, not him. Uplifting!
— Jennings Educators Institute attendee

Recognized as a dynamic international and national speaker and strategic advisor, Jim Mahoney brings more than 40 years of experience as an educational leader and entrepreneur to inspire, motivate, and challenge audiences from across the globe. Jim’s long-time experience as a district and county superintendent and launching and leading a large national not-for-profit organization, have made him an expert in areas such as strengths-based leadership, culture and engagement, and change management.

A highly sought-after speaker and advisor, Jim has a natural gift for connecting with audiences’ hearts and minds, motivating leaders to embrace their strengths, stretch in new areas, and work together around a common sense of purpose. His stories bring people together and communicate complex ideas with simplicity. 

Clients who book Jim will benefit from a memorable, educational, and inspiring experience. Let Jim tailor a keynote, workshop, or coaching engagement for your audience and specific needs.

Thank you so much for your presentation for our graduate nursing students. The real-world experiences you shared helped to inspire them on their leadership journey and they were most appreciative!
— Ohio University School of Nursing Associate Director
I just want to thank you again for leading such an engaging and informative session for our Leadership Dublin Executive Program. I’ve already received great feedback from the class telling me how much they enjoyed it. We hope you will join us again!
— Dublin Chamber of commerce VP of communications

 

What’s Jim Reading & Writing?

As an avid reader, Jim compiles a detailed summary of the books he reads. Each month, he sends a summary of a different book to those who subscribe to his Book Notes. He also writes a Blog post, Mahoney’s Moments. To receive these free monthly emails, subscribe below.

 

 

Services

Keynotes

Jim's passion for education and dynamic storytelling leave audiences inspired, engaged, and motivated to impact change. Are you looking for an engaging, dynamic speaker that will not only entertain and keep your audience engaged, but also inspire and motivate your team to truly transform your organization? 

Workshops

For many, attending a professional development or team-building workshop is just a way to get out of the office. How can you ensure your team gets the most out of workshops and professional development, and comes away with a clear vision for moving forward together? 
 

Coaching

How can you get to know the people in your organization and understand what drives them? How can you capitalize on people's strengths? How can you lead authentically, by example, to break down barriers, build buy-in, and achieve impactful change?
 


 

Jim has made hundreds of speeches across the globe to diverse audiences. Following are just a few of those organizations:

Professional Associations
AASA: The School Superintendents Association

Alabama School Boards Association

Association of Educational Service Agencies

Association of Ohio Health Commissioners

Buckeye Association of School Administrators

Kentucky School Boards Association

National Rural Education Association

New York State Association of School Personnel Administrators

North Dakota School Boards Association

Ohio Association of Community Health Center

Higher Education

Brown University

Denison University

Franklin University

Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, Ohio University
 

K–12

Addison Local Schools (NY)

Amanda-Clearcreek Local School District (OH)

Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District (OH)

Bridgeport Exempted Village School District (OH)

Clinton Public School District (MS)

Coopersville Area Schools (MI)

Greeneville City School District (TN)

Marietta City Schools (OH)

Metro Nashville Public Schools (TN)

Salem City Schools (VA)

St. Charles Parish Public Schools (LA)

Upper Arlington Schools (OH)

Business

Battelle Memorial Institute

Colas Solutions Inc

Cooper Farms

Dublin Municipal Emerging Leaders Program

Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

Police Executive Leadership College

TEDx New Albany

 

Philanthropic

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Boundless

Martha Holden Jennings Foundation

Niswonger Foundation

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

International

Centre for School Leaders, Ennis, Ireland

Hong Kong Manpower & Education Bureau

Phi Delta Kappa International

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Learn how you can book Jim for your next keynote speaker, workshop, or to help coach your team.