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Jonathan Bender is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Basketball, Entrepreneurship, Inventors

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Jonathan Bender Biography

Jonathan Bender, a former NBA player who once played for teams including the Indiana Pacers, Toronto Raptors, and New York Knicks, was highly regarded as one of the most versatile prospects capable of playing all five positions on the court. He achieved a notable milestone in the 1999 McDonald's All-American game by scoring 31 points, surpassing Michael Jordan's record and establishing himself as a promising talent in professional basketball.

However, Bender's promising career was cut short by a knee injury, leading to his early retirement at age 25. The financial security from his NBA earnings began to diminish, prompting him to explore various ventures such as concert promotion, rescue work, and real estate investment, although these efforts saw limited success. His interest in entrepreneurship and product invention was sparked by the influence of Mel Simon, a self-made entrepreneur. This inspiration led Bender to visualize and create the "JB Intensive Trainer," a resistance-based training and rehabilitation device designed to improve mobility. His initial prototype, crafted from duct tape, cables, and ankle weights, was pivotal in his own recovery, allowing him to strengthen his lower body and eventually return to professional basketball with the New York Knicks in 2009, after a four-year hiatus.

Bender's comeback to the NBA showcased his remarkable recovery, where he demonstrated exceptional lower-body strength, surprising many, including team doctors. Despite an offer to continue with the Knicks, he chose to focus on perfecting his invention, which has since assisted thousands in their rehabilitation efforts. The commercial launch of the JB Intensive Trainer in July 2013 was a success, generating significant revenue in its first year.

In addition to his entrepreneurial achievements, Bender has authored "The Courtside CEO," a book that details his transition from an athlete to a successful entrepreneur, highlighting how he applied the disciplines of professional sports to business. Currently, Bender discusses topics such as innovation, entrepreneurship, preventative health, and personal brand reinvention at various events. His presentations, enriched with personal anecdotes and business insights, encourage audiences to embrace flexibility, innovate, and adapt to change, leveraging his unique experiences from both his sports and business careers.

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How do I book Jonathan Bender to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jonathan Bender for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jonathan Bender, 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 Jonathan Bender or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Jonathan Bender

Speaking fees for Jonathan Bender, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jonathan Bender are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jonathan Bender, click the Check Availability 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 Jonathan Bender speak about?

Jonathan Bender is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Basketball, Entrepreneurship, Inventors.
Where does Jonathan Bender travel from?

Jonathan Bender generally travels from an undisclosed location, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Jonathan Bender’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Jonathan Bender 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 Availability 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 Jonathan Bender 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 Jonathan Bender 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, unbiased 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.

Jonathan Bender is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Jonathan Bender for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. Jonathan Bender generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Al Harrington, Stephen Curry, Russell Westbrook, Brian Orakpo and Sharmin Ali. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jonathan Bender for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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