"Our Commencement ceremonies at Colorado Christian University were a tremendous success, and JB James Brown played a pivotal role in making them so memorable. We were deeply impressed by his dynamic presence and ability to connect with our graduates and their families as our guest speaker. JB was not only energetic and engaging, but also deeply encouraging—his message challenged everyone in the room to reflect on their purpose and effectiveness in life. His use of powerful football analogies brought his message to life in a way that was both accessible and impactful, resonating across generations. We are truly grateful for his contribution and for the seamless collaboration leading up to this special day. We look forward to the next opportunity to partner together! "
-Colorado Christian University"We appreciate JB for taking the time to join us for our Global Black History Month event to share his life experiences with our 44,000 team members. He has a great ability to connect his background in sports, broadcasting, and philanthropy with the audience on topics that were relevant and applicable to each individual listening. JB’s courage to embrace change and pivot to new ventures throughout his life is something I hope our team members take with them throughout their careers."
-AmerisourceBergenSuccess in the Game of Life
Three-time Emmy Award-winning sportscaster James Brown enlivens audiences with powerful anecdotes from his career in sales with Xerox and Eastman Kodak, as well as his legendary career in sports broadcasting and beyond, sharing indelible insights about finding and living your passion. Brown leaves audiences feeling inspired to discover their life’s purpose and take steps to find real and lasting success.
Strength in Faith and Family
Three-time Emmy Award-winning sportscaster, producer, and author James Brown is a legend in the world of broadcast sports and beyond, as well as a sought-after ordained minister who galvanizes audiences with the story of his faith journey. Brown offers a compelling keynote synthesizing his beliefs about perseverance, faith, and focusing on your family – foundational elements of a true champion.
James Brown: Success in the Game of Life
James Brown embodies Success. A three-time Emmy Award-winning sportscaster, special correspondent, producer, and author he is a legend. A businessman as well as a broadcaster, he is a founding partner of the Washington Nationals, as well as co-owner of Fair Play Productions Company, and executive produced the documentaries The Carnival: 125 Years of the Penn Relays and For Aaron, which won “Best Documentary” at several festivals. Brown has partnered with the Verizon Foundation to lead a national dialogue to address their work in domestic violence prevention. Brown is the recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Service Award, the National Association of Broadcasters' highest honor. He received the Jackie Robinson Award for Excellence in Broadcasting by One Hundred Black Men of New York, and was inducted into the Sportscasters Hall of Fame.
In his speeches, Brown enlivens audiences with powerful anecdotes from his career in sales with Xerox and Eastman Kodak, as well as his legendary career in sports broadcasting and beyond, sharing indelible insights about finding and living your passion. Brown leaves audiences feeling inspired to discover their life’s purpose and take steps to find real and lasting success.
James Brown models Servant Leadership by focusing on strength in his faith and family
James Brown’s life and career embody the ideal of Servant Leadership. An ordained Minister and three-time Emmy Award-winning sportscaster, special correspondent, producer, and author, Brown galvanizes audiences with the story of his faith journey. He offers a compelling keynote synthesizing his beliefs about perseverance, faith, and focusing on your family – foundational elements of a true champion. In his memoir, Role of a Lifetime: Reflections on Faith, Family and Significant Living, he shares powerful stories about finding his passion, how to discover life’s purpose, and his faith journey that leave audiences inspired.
In addition to his career as a Broadcaster, Brown has partnered with the Verizon Foundation to lead a national dialogue to address their work in domestic violence prevention. He is the recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Service Award, the National Association of Broadcasters' highest honor. He received the Jackie Robinson Award for Excellence in Broadcasting by One Hundred Black Men of New York, and was inducted into the Sportscasters Hall of Fame.
James Brown (also known as JB) is the host of THE NFL TODAY on CBS. A five-time Emmy Award-winner, he has hosted the Super Bowl a record-breaking 11 times. Brown was the long-time host of INSIDE THE NFL on Showtime and Paramount +.
He is also a Special Correspondent for CBS News, contributing across all News platforms.
Brown’s numerous honors include:
Brown is also an ordained minister, and enjoys speaking at churches and conferences around the country. Additionally, he is involved in a number of charitable organizations including: