Dr. John Neal Jr.
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THE SPEAKER

Dr. John Neal Jr. brings the same storytelling energy that drives his filmmaking to the stage. As a keynote and guest speaker, John connects with audiences through personal experience, storytelling, communication, and real-world insight.

His speaking engagements have included universities, community organizations, educational programs, youth conferences, leadership events, workshops, and community gatherings — from career development and communication to leadership, creativity, personal growth, and the power of storytelling.

CREATIVITY & STORYTELLING


LEADERSHIP & PERSONAL GROWTH


COMMUNICATION & CONNECTION


ON THE STAGE

2026

UPLIFT Career Summit, Guest Speaker

Willamette University, Salem, OR

2026

UPLIFT Career Summit, Guest Speaker

Willamette University, Salem, OR

2021

Community Recognition Event, Guest Speaker

Lemoore, CA

2021

Community Recognition Event, Guest Speaker

Lemoore, CA

2018

TRIO Awards, Guest Speaker & Former Student Recognition

Chemeketa Community College

2018

TRIO Awards, Guest Speaker & Former Student Recognition

Chemeketa Community College

2018

Community Meeting, Keynote Speaker

Salem, OR

2018

Community Meeting, Keynote Speaker

Salem, OR

2017-2018

Indian Education, Workshop Leader & Facilitator

Faculty & Parents, Salem, OR

2017-2018

Indian Education, Workshop Leader & Facilitator

Faculty & Parents, Salem, OR

2017

Keynote Speaker, Indian Education graduation

Salem, OR

2017

Keynote Speaker, Indian Education graduation

Salem, OR

2017

Guest Speaker

Corban University, Salem, OR

2017

Guest Speaker

Corban University, Salem, OR

2017

Keynote Speaker, Young Entrepreneurs

University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

2017

Keynote Speaker, Young Entrepreneurs

University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

2015-2018

Randall Children's Hospital Toy & Coat Drive

Chemeketa Community College, Woodburn, OR. & Salem, OR

2015-2018

Randall Children's Hospital Toy & Coat Drive

Chemeketa Community College, Woodburn, OR. & Salem, OR

2016

Chemeketa Community College Student Leaders

Woodburn, OR

2016

Chemeketa Community College Student Leaders

Woodburn, OR

2016

How to Connect With People

Chemeketa Community College

2016

How to Connect With People

Chemeketa Community College

2015

Rotary Club

Woodburn, OR

2015

Rotary Club

Woodburn, OR

2015

Chemeketa Community College Student Leaders

Woodburn, OR

2015

Chemeketa Community College Student Leaders

Woodburn, OR

2013

Oregon State Penitentiary

Salem, OR

2013

Oregon State Penitentiary

Salem, OR

2012-2018

Communication workshops

Chemeketa Community College

2012-2018

Communication workshops

Chemeketa Community College

2009-2026

Keynote Speaker, African American Youth Conference

Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR. OSU University, Corvallis, OR.

2009-2026

Keynote Speaker, African American Youth Conference

Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR. OSU University, Corvallis, OR.

2010

O.S.C.I. Correctional

Salem, OR

2010

O.S.C.I. Correctional

Salem, OR

2009

MacLaren Youth Correctional

Woodburn, OR

2009

MacLaren Youth Correctional

Woodburn, OR

2009

West Salem High School

Salem, OR

2009

West Salem High School

Salem, OR

2007-2008

NAACP Portland State University

Portland, OR

2007-2008

NAACP Portland State University

Portland, OR

1999-2006

City of Salem Coach

Salem, OR

1999-2006

City of Salem Coach

Salem, OR

Additional Engagements

Chemeketa Community College · Rotary Club · Oregon State Penitentiary · African American Youth Conference · Correctional Institutions · West Salem High School · NAACP Portland State University · City of Salem Community & Coaching Programs 

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BRING THE STORY TO YOUR STAGE

 Looking for a speaker who connects through storytelling, experience, and real conversation? Dr. John Neal Jr. is available for keynotes, guest speaking, workshops, and community events. 

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