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Jim Kelly

Pro Football Hall of Fame Member & Radio Host of “Under The Helmet With Jim Kelly”

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Jim Kelly Biography

NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback, Jim Kelly exemplifies what toughness is all about. Born on Valentine’s Day he was raised in East Brady, PA with five brothers. He played for the University of Miami. Despite being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1983, he opted to play for the USFL until they suspended operations. He then went back to his contract with the Buffalo Bills where he played for his entire NFL career. In 2001 Kelly had his name added to the Buffalo Bills Wall of fame and is the first Buffalo Bills player to have his jersey retired. In August of 2002 he was enshrined in the NFL’s Pro Football Hall of Fame, the highest honor bestowed upon a professional player. But nothing would prepare him for the battle his family would face when his only son Hunter was diagnosed with a fatal disease called Krabbe Leukodystrophy. He celebrated 8 years of life and was laid to rest on August 5, 2005. Kelly and his wife Jill established Hunters Hope Foundation which continues to changes lives of children and families all over the world.

But Jim Kelly’s obstacles were not going to end there; in June 2013, Kelly announced he had been diagnosed with Squamous-Cell Carcinoma of the upper jaw bone. He underwent surgery shortly after and was told by doctors he was cancer free. However, less than one year later in March of 2014, his cancer returned. This time surgery was not an option, and Kelly received an intensive regimen of radiation and chemotherapy treatments and was again told he was cancer free; until March of 2018. After undergoing several tests it was announced Kelly would be facing yet another battle. The cancer had to be surgically removed and reconstructive surgery on his upper jaw was necessary. Several procedures took place over many months and currently there is no sign of cancer. Kelly is closely monitored and goes for frequent checkups.

There is no doubt Kelly has a true appreciation of life. He believes in the four F’s – Faith, Family, Friends & Fans. He shares his “Journey of Perseverance” and asks that everyone do their part to Make a Difference Today for Someone Who is Fighting for Their Tomorrow. Although Jim is the definition of Kelly Tough, he knows, that staying tough takes faith in God, and surrounding himself with a great team.

Speaking Topics
  • Youth Sports

  • Being a Parent of a Special Needs Child

  • Overcoming Adversity

  • Teamwork

  • Inspiration

  • Leadership

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  • How do I book Jim Kelly to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim Kelly for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jim Kelly, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jim Kelly or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Jim Kelly

    Speaking fees for Jim Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Kelly are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Kelly, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jim Kelly speak about?

  • Where does Jim Kelly travel from?

    Jim Kelly generally travels from East Aurora, NY, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Jim Kelly’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Jim Kelly for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Kelly for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jim Kelly or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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Pro Football Hall of Fame Member & Radio Host of “Under The Helmet With Jim Kelly”

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Jim Kelly Biography

NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback, Jim Kelly exemplifies what toughness is all about. Born on Valentine’s Day he was raised in East Brady, PA with five brothers. He played for the University of Miami. Despite being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1983, he opted to play for the USFL until they suspended operations. He then went back to his contract with the Buffalo Bills where he played for his entire NFL career. In 2001 Kelly had his name added to the Buffalo Bills Wall of fame and is the first Buffalo Bills player to have his jersey retired. In August of 2002 he was enshrined in the NFL’s Pro Football Hall of Fame, the highest honor bestowed upon a professional player. But nothing would prepare him for the battle his family would face when his only son Hunter was diagnosed with a fatal disease called Krabbe Leukodystrophy. He celebrated 8 years of life and was laid to rest on August 5, 2005. Kelly and his wife Jill established Hunters Hope Foundation which continues to changes lives of children and families all over the world.

But Jim Kelly’s obstacles were not going to end there; in June 2013, Kelly announced he had been diagnosed with Squamous-Cell Carcinoma of the upper jaw bone. He underwent surgery shortly after and was told by doctors he was cancer free. However, less than one year later in March of 2014, his cancer returned. This time surgery was not an option, and Kelly received an intensive regimen of radiation and chemotherapy treatments and was again told he was cancer free; until March of 2018. After undergoing several tests it was announced Kelly would be facing yet another battle. The cancer had to be surgically removed and reconstructive surgery on his upper jaw was necessary. Several procedures took place over many months and currently there is no sign of cancer. Kelly is closely monitored and goes for frequent checkups.

There is no doubt Kelly has a true appreciation of life. He believes in the four F’s – Faith, Family, Friends & Fans. He shares his “Journey of Perseverance” and asks that everyone do their part to Make a Difference Today for Someone Who is Fighting for Their Tomorrow. Although Jim is the definition of Kelly Tough, he knows, that staying tough takes faith in God, and surrounding himself with a great team.

Jim Kelly Speaking Topics

  • Youth Sports

  • Being a Parent of a Special Needs Child

  • Overcoming Adversity

  • Teamwork

  • Inspiration

  • Leadership

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FAQs on booking Jim Kelly

  • How do I book Jim Kelly to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jim Kelly for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jim Kelly, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jim Kelly or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Jim Kelly

    Speaking fees for Jim Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jim Kelly are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jim Kelly, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jim Kelly speak about?

  • Where does Jim Kelly travel from?

    Jim Kelly generally travels from East Aurora, NY, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Jim Kelly’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Jim Kelly for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jim Kelly for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jim Kelly or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Jim Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Youth Sports, Being a Parent of a Special Needs Child, Overcoming Adversity, Teamwork, Inspiration and Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jim Kelly for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Jim Kelly generally travels from East Aurora, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Emmitt Smith, Inky Johnson, Mike Eruzione, Joe Theismann and Michael Oher. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jim Kelly for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Jim Kelly Speaking Topics

  • Youth Sports

  • Being a Parent of a Special Needs Child

  • Overcoming Adversity

  • Teamwork

  • Inspiration

  • Leadership

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This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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