Jake Olson

Blind Athlete, Author, Non-Profit Founder

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Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Jake Olson Biography

Jake Olson, a resident of Huntington Beach, California, and a graduate of the University of Southern California, has faced extraordinary challenges since being diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer, retinoblastoma, at just 8 months old. The disease led to the loss of his left eye at 10 months and his right eye at age 12, after a long battle with cancer. Throughout these hardships, he has maintained a strong faith and determination.

Olson has channeled his experiences into a variety of impactful endeavors. He is a published author of two books and a motivational speaker, using his platform to inspire and motivate a wide audience. Additionally, he established a non-profit foundation aimed at assisting visually impaired children and supporting cancer research, leveraging his personal journey to foster support and awareness for these causes.

During his time at USC, Olson achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first completely blind Division I college football player. His debut in USC’s home opener on September 2, 2017, earned him the title of Pac-12 special teams' player of the week. His ability to successfully execute three PAT snaps during his college career has solidified his place as one of the top two most inspirational stories in the 150-year history of college football. His story has garnered attention from major media networks including ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, and FOX, as well as top publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Sports Illustrated, and The Washington Post, reflecting the wide-reaching impact of his journey.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/13/2024.

Jake Olson Videos

  • Engaging Through Your Story With Jake Olson
  • USC's long snapper, who is blind, talks about his inspirational journey

Jake Olson Books

  • Open Your Eyes: 10 Uncommon Lessons to Discover a Happier Life
    Open Your Eyes: 10 Uncommon Lessons to Discover a Happier Life

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Jake Olson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Jake Olson for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Jake Olson 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 Jason Romero, Rudy Ruettiger, Brad Snyder, Vince Papale and Anthony Trucks. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jake Olson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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