Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers

Communication Expert; Professor of Communication at Virginia Tech; Author of Seventeen Influential Books on Communication and Media

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Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers Biography

Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers is a seasoned and successful communication consultant with 30 years of experience in the field, incorporating motivational speaking into his approach to empower individuals and organizations to achieve their communication goals. As the owner of J. Andrew Communication, he is dedicated to helping clients enhance their ability to connect and engage effectively. His expertise is underscored by a robust academic background, having served as a professor of Communication at Virginia Tech for 20 years and as the Director of Speech at Dartmouth College for a decade, where he was named a Distinguished Senior Lecturer.

Dr. Kuypers has collaborated with a diverse array of clients, including prestigious institutions such as Tuck Business School, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and USB Timber, as well as high-profile political figures, including gubernatorial and congressional candidates. His consulting experience also encompasses work with attorneys and law enforcement agencies, showcasing his versatility and ability to tailor communication strategies to meet the unique needs of each client.

From presenting in grassroots community seminars on civil discourse to delivering international conference keynotes on media framing and democratic resilience, Dr. Kuypers combines deep academic rigor with practical, results-driven strategies that empower audiences to communicate with confidence, credibility, and creativity. His extensive speaking engagements and academic presentations, including topics spanning media framing and political communication to art criticism and civil communication, showcase his ability to engage audiences and foster meaningful discourse on critical issues in communication today.

A recognized authority in Communication, Public Address, and Public Advocacy, Dr. Kuypers employs a strategic approach to communication that is designed to achieve specific, measurable outcomes. His thought leadership is further evidenced by his authorship and editorial contributions to 17 influential books on various facets of communication.

Dr. Kuypers has been honored with numerous accolades, including the Outstanding Scholar Award from the American Communication Association, the Choice Outstanding Book Award, and the Excellent Professor at Dartmouth designation. He has delivered keynote addresses and presentations at prestigious events, such as the Media in America, America in Media: International Online Conference in Lublin, Poland, in 2021, and has been recognized as one of Dartmouth's best professors.

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Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers Speaking Topics

  • Creativity in the Age of AI: Unleashing Your Imagination

    Empower creativity and critical thinking in the AI era

    As the use of Artificial Intelligence skyrockets, concerns about its impact on human employment are growing. For only a few examples, many fear that AI could replace jobs in fields such as customer service, data analysis, research, content creation, and even leadership. However, rather than succumbing to these fears, this motivational and informative talk empowers you to harness your creativity. You will discover the potential dangers of over-relying on AI while learning three actionable techniques to enhance your critical thinking and imagination. Although AI can streamline tasks and summarize information, it is not a replacement for a fully creative human. As AI-generated content becomes more prevalent, it risks leading to conformity in creative outputs. This presentation aims to inspire you and equip you with the tools to elevate your creative work, ensuring it stands out from AI-only generated material.

  • Building Bridges: Talking to Those with Different Opinions

    Empowering communication across divides for positive change

    Americans are increasingly divided politically and socially, leading to disruptions even during family gatherings. This division is further fueled by news media and social media, contributing to the rise of cancel culture. Many individuals now prefer to stay glued to their phones rather than risk confrontation with strangers. This hesitance often extends to meetings, where people may hold back their thoughts, negatively impacting their sense of worth and career advancement.

    However, there is a solution! This talk offers an uplifting message of resilience and provides actionable techniques for engaging with those who hold different opinions. You will leave with practical tools to navigate potential conflicts and foster meaningful conversations in various communication settings. Embrace the opportunity to connect, grow, and bridge divides!

  • Overcoming Communication Anxiety: Situation, Process, and Change

    Transforming anxiety into a powerful communication tool

    Your heart races, your breathing quickens, you start to tremble, and your dry mouth refuses to cooperate. That familiar feeling—anxiety—can be overwhelming, especially in communication situations. Although anxiety is a natural and necessary part of human survival, it often terrorizes us at the worst possible moments, particularly when we need to express ourselves in front of others. Communication anxiety affects everyone, with the fear of public speaking being among the most common forms.

    So, how can we understand and harness this anxiety? In this motivational talk, you will gain insights into the nature of anxiety and how it manifests in your life. More importantly, you will walk away with actionable tools to transform this discomfort into a powerful asset for effective communication. Embrace your anxiety and turn it into a strength that propels you forward!

  • Various Academic Topics

    • News Media Framing: What is news media framing, how does it work, how can we identify it.
    • How Persuasive Communication Works: What makes persuasive communication persuasive? How do we identify those situations where others are open to persuasion? And what type of responses will work?
    • The Anti-Democratic Nature of Contemporary News: This is a controversial presentation that details how the American press is today an anti-democratic institution.

Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers Books

  • Public Communication in the Time of COVID-19: Perspectives from the Communication Discipline on the Pandemic
    Public Communication in the Time of COVID-19: Perspectives from the Communication Discipline on the Pandemic
  • Personal and Administrative Perspectives from the Communication Discipline during the COVID-19 Pandemic
    Personal and Administrative Perspectives from the Communication Discipline during the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Rhetorical Criticism: Perspectives in Action, Third Edition (Communication, Media, and Politics)
    Rhetorical Criticism: Perspectives in Action, Third Edition (Communication, Media, and Politics)
  • The Speaker: The Tradition and Practice of Public Speaking
    The Speaker: The Tradition and Practice of Public Speaking
  • Purpose, Practice, and Pedagogy in Rhetorical Criticism (Lexington Studies in Political Communication)
    Purpose, Practice, and Pedagogy in Rhetorical Criticism (Lexington Studies in Political Communication)
  • Partisan Journalism: A History of Media Bias in the United States (Communication, Media, and Politics)
    Partisan Journalism: A History of Media Bias in the United States (Communication, Media, and Politics)

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Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity in the Age of AI: Unleashing Your Imagination, Building Bridges: Talking to Those with Different Opinions, Overcoming Communication Anxiety: Situation, Process, and Change and Various Academic Topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers generally travels from Greensboro, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Sola Togun-Butler, Michael Easter, Brooklin Green, Dr. Michael Time and Poet Ali. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. J. Andrew Kuypers for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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