Jim is a professional speaker who presents keynote speeches and seminars on change, teamwork, creativity, and communication.
Featured as a "Consummate Speaker of the Year" by Sharing Ideas Magazine, and recognized for outstanding teaching by the International Communication Association, Jim Snack is one of fewer than 800 speakers worldwide who have been awarded the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation, the highest earned award bestowed by the National Speakers Association.
Jim's influence spans industries. He has presented for such organizations as General Electric, Disney, Lucent Technologies, General Motors, and the US General Services Administration, enhancing leadership and teamwork across sectors.
Jim’s programs are transformative. His blend of lecture, interactive exercises, and powerful demonstrations ensures participants are fully engaged in the learning process.


When not speaking, Jim teaches in the Communication Department at the University at Albany, where he is PhD candidate. Prior to that, he served as an adjunct faculty member for fourteen years at the OPM Eastern Management Development Center teaching collaborate leadership. For nine years Jim was the closing speaker for the General Services Administration's PBS Academy, teaching creative problem-solving and decision-making. For sixteen years, he was a back-by-popular-demand speaker at The HUMOR Project's International Conference on the Positive Power of Humor & Creativity.
When you bring Jim on board, you're not only getting an experienced speaker—you’re gaining a trusted partner in transformation. Just ask his clients—they always invite him back.
Awards
Certified Speaking Professional - National Speakers Association
Consummate Speaker of the Year - Sharing Ideas Magazine
Outstanding Graduate Teacher of Communications - International Communication Association
Outstanding Service Award - Disability Resource Center, University at Albany
McNally Award - Dept. of Communication, University at Albany










































"WOW!!! What a great closing presentation you made at the CLFMI Summer Meeting. I couldn't have asked for a better send off for my members. They loved you!"
Mark Levin, CMP, CSP, Chain Link Fence Manufacturer's Institute
"We could not have been more pleased with the outcome. You clearly succeeded in lifting their spirits and gave them the energy to move forward and face the challenges ahead. This was more than obvious when you had everyone on their feet as they rewarded you with a resounding standing ovation."
Lexis Nexis
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Jim Snack
Leadership Communication
Averill Park, NY
(518) 360-2423
jim@jimsnack.com