Jesse LeBeau

Jesse LeBeau is one of America’s leading youth motivational speakers, a best-selling author, and one of the world’s premier basketball trick artists. Raised on a remote island in Alaska and standing just 5'8", LeBeau committed to a seemingly impossible dream: becoming a basketball player. Instead of backing down, he doubled down—outworking everyone and building the identity that would shape his entire career.

His relentless dedication eventually opened doors in Hollywood, where LeBeau became a sought-after performer and actor. He appeared in numerous TV shows, films, and national commercials and has performed alongside global superstars including Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, and Allen Iverson. One of his most memorable moments came when Heidi Klum hand-fed him cheeseburgers during a Carl’s Jr. commercial shoot—proof of his blend of humor, charisma, and performance.

These experiences gave LeBeau rare insight into high performance, mindset, and pressure—all of which became foundational to his work with students. What began as a handful of school visits quickly grew into a national movement. LeBeau has now spoken to over one million students live, making him one of today’s most requested youth speakers.

He is the founder of The Attitude Is Everything Foundation and creator of The Attitude Advantage Program (TAAP), one of the nation’s most comprehensive confidence and resiliency coaching systems for teens and families. His work has been endorsed by the Governor of Alaska and widely recognized by educators nationwide.

LeBeau also hosts TEAM UP, a fast-growing video series and podcast featuring world-class guests such as Ted Nugent, Dean Cain, Lewis Howes, and top professional athletes across major sports.

Whether he is motivating a gym full of students or guiding corporate teams through breakthrough performance strategies, LeBeau’s mission is simple: help people flip the switch, rise above adversity, and build the confidence to become who they were meant to be.