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Dr. Jonas Gadson - Known as "Mr. Enthusiastic!"

DTM
President & CEO
Partners For Purposeful Living LLC
Country or state 
United States (South Carolina)
Available to 
Global
City 
Beaufort
Fee 
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Languages 
English
Volunteer
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Personal Details

Bio

Dr. Jonas Gadson, DTM is an International Motivational Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Radio Personality, Best Selling Author and Expert Communication Coach, known as “Mr. Enthusiastic!” He specializes in “Speaking, Training and Developing Greatness!” His messages are based on these four principles: “Education, Inspiration, Transformation and Motivation!” He worked for two Fortune 500 companies, Xerox Corporation and Eastman Kodak Company. At Eastman Kodak he trained over 8,000 employees from 69 countries, and he earned the Trainer of the Year Award! Dr. Gadson is the President of Partners for Purposeful Living LLC.

When he delivered a motivational message to the Professional Women’s Engineering Group at Delphi Automotive, a manager came in and heard the last ten minutes of his speech and was so impressed that she hired him on the spot! He custom-designed the materials and delivered a Two Dynamic Days at Delphi training for managers, supervisors, human resource professionals, union representatives, and manufacturing employees! As a result, he motivated them to increase their productivity and improve the company profitability! At Toastmasters International Convention in St. Louis, Missouri he delivered his signature speech to 500 people from around the world and earned a standing ovation!

In 2020, he was inducted into Who’s Who In America and delivered positive messages virtually at the Wonder Women Tech Global Summit in London, England and the Multicultural Symposium with professionals from 6 of the 7 continents. In 2021 at the “I Am A Victor” Virtual Summit he was the first speaker among 42 women speakers. His message of “Say Yes To Your Success!” set a positive tone for the entire summit! He is a Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) the highest level of achievement with Toastmaster’s International, a graduate of the Dale Carnegie communication course, and a member of the Dr. John Maxwell Coaching Team.

He has a Doctorate Degree in Theology. He is a member of the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, graduated from their Leadership Class and was nominated twice for the Civitas Lifetime of Leadership Award. He was inducted into the Beaufort High School Alumni Hall of Fame, “for distinguishing himself in profession, leadership and service!” He has been featured in Beaufort Lifestyle Magazine, Pink Magazine and Speakers Magazine.

Dr. Gadson is the author of his book entitled, “How To Fly Like An Eagle With Wings Like A Wimp!” It teaches you how to “Take A Chance! Take Charge! And Take Control of Your Life!”

He was featured in online magazines, “Think 7 Figures!”

and "Tap In" and in the August 2021 issue of Powerhouse Global Magazine from London, England! He is an author with a chapter in four books published in 2021 all of which are Amazon.com Best Sellers: (1) Make It Matter, (2) I Am A Victor (3) You Are Enough and (4) Unleash Your Undeniable Impact!

His Motto Is: Since Greatness Is Possible Excellence Is Not Enough! Go For Greatness!"

Current position (1)

President & CEO

Partners For Purposeful Living LLC

Achievements (5)
Distinguished Toastmaster - DTM

Achieved the highest designation in Toastmasters International Organization of 300,000 members worldwide in 1999.

Dale Carnegie Course Trainer

Graduated at the top of his class and brought him back for two consecutive terms to help teach and train professional colleagues from a variety of industries in public speaking.

Inducted into the Beaufort High School Alumni Hall of Fame

Dr. Gadson was inducted into the Beaufort High School Alumni Hall for Fame for distinguishing himself in "profession, leadership and service!"

Chamber of Commerce Civitas Award - Lifetime of Leadership

Dr. Gadson was twice nominated for the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce Lifetime of Leadership Civitas Award for his active and impactful work in the Beaufort, South Carolina community.

Certified in Diversity

Dr. Gadson was a Diversity Trainer for Eastman Kodak Company and was certified in Diversity in Corporate America.

Degrees (2)
Theology
Carolina Theological Seminary
2013
College Preparatory
Beaufort High School
1967 to 1971

Presentations

Presentations (4)
"Mastering Your Message: How To Give A Powerful Presentation!"

Dr. Gadson shares the 7 C's of Effective Communication.
Bonus From Jonas: "If You Cheat Yourself In Your Preparation It Will Show Up In Your Presentation!"

Say Yes To Your Success!

Dr. Gadson outlines the 4 A's that are critical for you to achieve personal and professional success!

"Dare To Dream And Then Do It!"

Dr. Gadson shows the audience how to achieve your dreams by describing the importance of (1) to be, (2) to do and (3) to have. He demonstrates that the "Best Way To Predict Your Future Is To Create It!"

"Facing Your Future With A New Focus!"

Dr. Gadson teaches you that "What you focus on the longest becomes the strongest!" He takes you on the process of moving away from being a lifelong learner to becoming a laser learner. And he shares how to incorporate the 5 V's that will give you victory in your life.

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Books & Articles (3)

"How To Fly Like An Eagle With Wings Like A Wimp!" It Teaches You How To Take A Chance! Take Charge! And Take Control of Your Life!"
Partners for Purposeful Living Publishing Company,
2010
Dare To Dream and Then Do It!
Speakers Magazine - April 2022

Expertise (8)

PR & Communications
Leadership
Skills & Trades
Business
Education
Public Speaking and Presentation Effective communication Personal and Professional Growth

Clients

Eastman Kodak Company
Delphi Automotive
Corning Glass
Rochester Businessmen
Avon
Toastmasters International
Dale Carnegie
National Society of Black Engineers
Beaufort Chamber of Commerce
Numerous Colleges and Universities: Syracuse University C-STEP Program, Technical College of the Lowcountry
Women Entrepreneurs Conference, Virtual Speaker - Detroit, Michigan
Delphi Professional Women Engineers
Rochester Women's Network
Linkage, Inc.
New England Minority Supplier Development Council
Wonder Women Tech - Virtual Speaker, London, England
Multicultural Symposium
Speakercon Virtual Conference Speaker
Women In Science and Technology - Cambridge, MA.

Awards & certifications (3)

Distinguished Toastmaster - DTM
Toastmasters International
1999
Beaufort High School Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee
Beaufort High School Alumni
2010
Nominated - Civitas Lifetime of Leadership
Beaufort Chamber of Commerce
2015

Reviews

Testimonials (5)
  • “I met Dr. Jonas Gadson at the National Speakers Association a number of years ago and when I first met him and he greeted me, I knew there was something special about this man! He was beyond upbeat and enthusiastic!” Dr. Willie Jolley, Motivational Speaker and Author.
    Dr. Willie Jolley
    Verified
  • “Dr. Jonas Gadson is a powerhouse of a communicator! Jonas will make you think, make you laugh, but most of all, he will make you want to change!”
    Dr. Delatorro McNeal II
  • "Mike Drop! Dare To Dream and DO It!" Wonderful message Dr. Gadson! I was motivated to a higher level of expanding my horizons! Thank you so much for your gift. Wishing You God's Blessings!"
    Ms. Carole Copeland Thomas
    Verified
  • Dr. Jonas with the Bonus: “I get inspired the minute I see you on any setting because I am confident you are going to bring it and I am going to leave your presence with something valuable. Congratulations!”
    Dr. Lisa Coney-Fonville, PhD
  • “I feel empowered, confident to give my upcoming lecture and am excited about what I learned and can incorporate right away!” She attended Dr. Gadson’s “How To Give A Powerful Presentation!” in Boston, MA.
    Dr. Dawna L. Jones, MD
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