Jon Evans | The Gratitude Dude
Gratitude Changes Everything.
And It Doesn’t Have to Be Boring.
Big laughs. Real connection. A message that stays with you.
Keynote speaker, entertainer, and professional encourager Jon Evans helps audiences discover the game-changing power of gratitude through humor, storytelling, and unforgettable moments.
Meet the Gratitude Dude
Life’s Too Short to Be Unappreciated.
And way too short to sit through another boring presentation.
I’m Jon Evans, but you can call me the Gratitude Dude. I believe gratitude has the power to change relationships, workplaces, communities, and lives. I also believe we take ourselves way too seriously sometimes.
So I bring a little humor, a lot of heart, and real-life perspective to the stage. My goal is simple: I want every person I encounter to leave better than they were when we met.
Because gratitude isn’t just something we feel. It’s something we do.
How Jon Can Help
Serious Impact. Without Taking Ourselves Too Seriously.
Corporate Keynotes
Inspiring, entertaining presentations that help teams rethink gratitude, strengthen relationships, and bring more meaning to work and life.
Event Emcee & Host
Big personality. Quick wit. Genuine connection. Jon brings energy, humor, and a steady hand to corporate events, celebrations, and fundraisers.
Community & Special Events
Heartfelt, memorable experiences that remind people how much their words and appreciation matter.
The Signature Experience
Game-Changing Gratitude
A little laughter. A new perspective. A whole lot of possibility.
Gratitude isn’t just a nice sentiment. It’s a practice that can change the way we experience life, connect with others, and show up every day. Through humor, personal stories, and practical insights, Jon invites audiences to see gratitude differently—and do something about it.
Your audience will…
- Notice the good more intentionally.
- Make appreciation a daily habit.
- Strengthen relationships through meaningful acknowledgment.
- Turn gratitude into action.
The goal
1,000,000
handwritten thank-you notes
A Million Reasons to Say Thank You
One Million Notes. Countless Lives Touched.
What happens when we stop assuming people know they’re appreciated and actually tell them? The Thanks a Million Project is a mission to inspire one million handwritten thank-you notes.
One note can brighten a day. Another can strengthen a relationship. Together, who knows how far a little gratitude can go?
Let’s Give Them Something to Talk About.
Planning a conference, corporate gathering, fundraiser, or special event? Let’s make it meaningful, memorable, and a whole lot of fun.