John Cassis

Most people would have to live twice as long as John Cassis in order to accomplish half of what he's done. Cassis has had an exciting and diverse career in everything from professional sports to volunteer work. Despite having everything in the world to be proud of, Cassis is down-to-earth, fun, and uplifting.

A rare blend of humor, entertainment and content Cassis is one of the most requested motivational speakers in America. He knows firsthand how to embrace change, face adversity, and meet the daily pressures of life head-on!

Cassis received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Cincinnati. After three years of professional baseball, he earned a Masters of Divinity degree from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary in Boston, MA.

Cassis comes from a diverse background. From 1973 to 1975, he directed a youth counseling center. In 1975, he became a minister of a small church in Colorado, where the congregation grew from 80 to 2,000 in five years. Then in 1980, as Director of Special Projects for World Relief, Cassis accepted the challenge to motivate people across the country to help feed hungry children and their families. As a professional speaker, he encourages people to step into the arena and live their dreams. In keeping with his philosophy, he became a professional golfer in 2002.

He incorporates real life examples into his presentations by sharing his experiences as an athlete, minister, publisher, company founder, pre-game inspirational speaker for the Chicago Bears (1983-95), loving husband and father, and an extremely perceptive human being.

His genuine style helps audiences re-energize their lives, careers and relationships, and see life from a new perspective.