I want to add flavor to your event! The thinkjose team will work with you and your attendees to create something unique and different that will leave a lasting impression. I have made salsa, written songs, thrown axes, ridden motorized barstools, etc., all with the purpose of connecting with the audience and clearly but uniquely meeting your goals. Let’s create something spicy together.
Launching the inaugural FIRST LEGO League Qualifier Tournament for Northeast Tennessee, we wanted no less than the best person to set the bar high for every event forthcoming. Jose Castillo motivated, pumped up, and kept the “sport for the mind” event perfectly on track the entire day. His voice filled the East Tennessee State Memorial Center (Dome) with excitement and the right play by play for team inspiration. He is the consummate professional who is able to not only be creative, but also understand the importance of public relations, the tone of an event, as well as how to manage a variety of personalities, equipment, and conditions. Never any question about the talent Jose brings to the table, from online media to emcee, par excellence!
Jose gave an excellent presentation to our AAF group, we had a number of follow up emails from our members raving about the luncheon. He was personable, kind, entertaining, engaging and knowledgeable. His "Salsa Talk" was a unique perspective on the marketing world. Also, his assistant Amanda was prompt and professional from beginning to end - overall great experience and we would definitely invite him back to speak again.
Jose was a perfect match for our organization’s professional development mission. His engaging presentation style and talent for storytelling brought spiciness to our leadership discussion.
Jose' brought his special variety of awesome to our event!! Jose' is a wonderful motivational speaker, but is also a fabulous auctioneer! He lightened up the crowd to prepare for a very successful fundraising auction.
Jose' maximized fundraising through the auction by having fun with the crowd and staying point with our mission and goals.
If you're considering to hire Jose' for your next event, don't hesitate, book early. You will not regret it!!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 45 - 60 minutes
Languages: English
In 1994, I stood in front of thousands of classmates, family, and friends, and gave a speech on the importance of building lasting relationships. It was in that moment, I understood what I should do with my life.
I knew sharing stories and communicating life changing ideas with my own unique perspective could inspire others to do the same. Twenty years later, my passion is even greater for adding the flavor of creative ideas to inspire others to do the impossible.
As a serial entrepreneur, speaker, writer, and geek translator, my job is to bring energy and joy in every interaction I have, whether that’s one on one or 150,000 people. I really enjoy working with organizations to find out what makes them unique…to create custom presentations to cater to their unique strategies, themes, and brand identities.
Topics could include Marketing, Business, Technology, Content, Video, Motivational, and more. I look forward to helping spice up your next event!
Types:
Keynote Speaking
MC & Host – Racing
Corporate Events/Retreats
Workshops: Camp Wanna-Be-Spicy, thinkjose cafe
Jose Castillo is a seriously spicy guy.
A serial entrepreneur who has launched resources like GeekSouth, Will This Float, Will This Scale, and Startup Stories to help other entrepreneurs find their own flavor, Jose is passionate about coming alongside others to help them discover what makes them unique. As a speaker, Jose engages audiences in spicy conversations about the convergence of creativity, marketing, media, culture, and technology.
Jose founded Spark Plaza, a thriving co-working community in Johnson City, Tennessee that’s home to geeks, creatives, and startups, as well as Go Mountain South, a regional lifestyle brand committed to telling stories of the place he calls home. Jose also passionately develops culinary experiences in partnership with Southern Side Events in Johnson City.
Jose calls Johnson City, Tennessee home, along with his wife, Shannon, and two spicy daughters who keep him in constant motion.
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