Athlete. Agent. Author. Coach. Keynote.
University of Arizona Football Player
500+ Undercover Operations
New York Times and International Bestselling Author
High School Football Coach
University of Arizona Adjunct Professor / 250+ Public Speaking Appearances
"Our audience laughed with Jay, cried with him, stood in applause when he finished. Message delivered."
~ Jerry Brown, Vail School District
"During a life spent seeking unity and equality, I have attended presentations by Presidents and world leaders, professional athletes and A-list entertainers, but I must say, Jay Dobyns’ presentation was the most inspirational I have ever had the privilege to receive."
~ Reverend George Walker Smith, Social Activist
"Jay shined during his discussion at the Red Bull Human Potential symposium speaking of
transcending the limits of human achievement and overcoming risk."
~ Dr. Andy Walshe, Director, Red Bull High Performance Global Athlete Development Program
"He is not your ordinary dynamic speaker. A rare combination of grizzled lawman, yet compassionate and very human.
Not many audiences are tougher than an NFL team, but Jay had the Cardinals hanging on his every word."
~ Michael Bidwell, President, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
"I've known Jay over many, many years. As a friend he is special; as an agent and fellow "operator" there is none better;
as a wounded operator and my patient, his toughness and professionalism were inspiring. As a public servant, few have demonstrated his dedication and repeated heroism. The nation and our communities are safer because of his selfless sacrifices."
~ Dr. Richard Carmona, Vice Admiral and 17th Surgeon General of the United States
"I asked Jay to speak to my executive staff. His presentation was heartfelt, humorous, tear jerking, entertaining and inspiring."
~ Robert Sarver, Owner, NBA Phoenix Suns and President/CEO of Western Alliance Bancorp
"Jay Dobyns brought down the house with an incredible speech at our client summit.
There was not a dry eye in the house by the time he was finished. I know because I was there. Huge thumbs-up."
~ David Deal, Vice-President, Razorfish Marketing Agency
"Jay’s words and insight hit the spot and were exactly what we were looking for.
Jay set a benchmark that we will ask our future presenters to try and match."
~ Rick Gonzales, National Football Foundation & College Football Hall of Fame
"Jay's ability to draw people into the reality of his undercover past was astonishing and powerful. His dynamic opening captivated an audience of over-achievers. The message of absolute focus and determination for success rang true to my past, and was completely inspiring.
Jay is the personification of, nothing risked - nothing gained."
~ Phil McNichol, Head Coach, American Men's Alpine Team
"As the leader of a law enforcement unit in the military, I asked Jay to tell his story to my troops. This group of mainly combat veterans found Jay's experiences relevant and compelling. He kept my young officers riveted to their seats throughout his presentation."
~ Maj. Christopher "Kit" Johnson, Commander, 355th Security Forces, USAF
"Jay Dobyns spoke to my team and his message is inspirational. Our kids absolutely loved him. They thought he was one of the best speakers they have heard in all their years at the University of Arizona. His story is one of courage and heroism.
You will be on the edge of your seats when you listen to Jay speak."
~ Lute Olson, Basketball Hall of Fame; NCAA championship-winning Head Basketball Coach, University of Arizona
"In the 35-year history of The City Club of San Diego and more than 1,000 lecturers, we’ve not had a more compelling speaker than Jay Dobyns. There’s a dark side in America where people’s lives are ruined by drugs and violence. Jay Dobyns, in dramatic fashion, reveals that world and the threat it poses. He lived it as an undercover agent and the story he tells is unforgettable."
~ George Mitrovich, President, The City Club of San Diego
“He’ll land next to a criminal softer than a butterfly with sore feet and with his next step, take their head off. He’s able to convince the bad guys that he’s badder than they are and in a turn, charm an aristocrat. A man among men. He’s a top-draw speaker and a friend I admire.
Sit back and listen. After a few minutes with Dobyns, you’ll admire him too.”
~ William "Billy" Queen, ATF Special Agent (ret.) and author of the New York Times Best Seller, “Under and Alone”
"Jay Dobyns is the epitome of ‘street smart meets intellect’. His keen insight into human psychology and physical dangers is the stuff
legends are made of. A selfless American patriot who understood personal sacrifices for mission accomplishment.
He's the man you want covering your six."
~ C.W. "Gator" Harvey, USMC (ret.), Counterintelligence Officer (ret.), Special Operations Forces (ret.);
Manager, Missions and Operations, Northrop Grumman
"Jay Dobyns’ story is one of courage and determination, of leading a team into a battle zone of crime under extreme hardship ,
coming out with scarred bodies and souls and the wisdom to learn the hard lessons from both victory and defeat."
~ Julian Sher, Investigative Reporter and author of “Angels of Death: Inside the Biker’s Global Crime Empire“
“Jay was a leader on my teams, he is a leader in our community, and he was a one of those players that becomes special to a coach
because he did everything asked of him to win.”
~ Larry Smith, Head Football Coach, University of Arizona, 1980-1986
"Taking experiences from a remarkable life and transcending these into an easily digestible guide to corporate life for a relatively
young team was and still is inspirational and highly effective. Book him!"
~ Damien Cahill, Detective Sergeant (ret.), Chief Operating Officer at Vyne
"Mr. Dobyns traveled to New Zealand and provided the keynote address at a symposium I helped coordinate. He spoke with the oratory skills similar to that of former Secretary of State Colin Powell while delivering a message that was meaningful and intelligent."
~ William B. Leverett, Regional Security Officer, U.S. Embassy, Wellington, New Zealand
To have Jay speak at your event contact:
azjdob@yahoo.com
University of Arizona Football Player
500+ Undercover Operations
New York Times and International Bestselling Author
High School Football Coach
University of Arizona Adjunct Professor / 250+ Public Speaking Appearances
"Our audience laughed with Jay, cried with him, stood in applause when he finished. Message delivered."
~ Jerry Brown, Vail School District
"During a life spent seeking unity and equality, I have attended presentations by Presidents and world leaders, professional athletes and A-list entertainers, but I must say, Jay Dobyns’ presentation was the most inspirational I have ever had the privilege to receive."
~ Reverend George Walker Smith, Social Activist
"Jay shined during his discussion at the Red Bull Human Potential symposium speaking of
transcending the limits of human achievement and overcoming risk."
~ Dr. Andy Walshe, Director, Red Bull High Performance Global Athlete Development Program
"He is not your ordinary dynamic speaker. A rare combination of grizzled lawman, yet compassionate and very human.
Not many audiences are tougher than an NFL team, but Jay had the Cardinals hanging on his every word."
~ Michael Bidwell, President, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
"I've known Jay over many, many years. As a friend he is special; as an agent and fellow "operator" there is none better;
as a wounded operator and my patient, his toughness and professionalism were inspiring. As a public servant, few have demonstrated his dedication and repeated heroism. The nation and our communities are safer because of his selfless sacrifices."
~ Dr. Richard Carmona, Vice Admiral and 17th Surgeon General of the United States
"I asked Jay to speak to my executive staff. His presentation was heartfelt, humorous, tear jerking, entertaining and inspiring."
~ Robert Sarver, Owner, NBA Phoenix Suns and President/CEO of Western Alliance Bancorp
"Jay Dobyns brought down the house with an incredible speech at our client summit.
There was not a dry eye in the house by the time he was finished. I know because I was there. Huge thumbs-up."
~ David Deal, Vice-President, Razorfish Marketing Agency
"Jay’s words and insight hit the spot and were exactly what we were looking for.
Jay set a benchmark that we will ask our future presenters to try and match."
~ Rick Gonzales, National Football Foundation & College Football Hall of Fame
"Jay's ability to draw people into the reality of his undercover past was astonishing and powerful. His dynamic opening captivated an audience of over-achievers. The message of absolute focus and determination for success rang true to my past, and was completely inspiring.
Jay is the personification of, nothing risked - nothing gained."
~ Phil McNichol, Head Coach, American Men's Alpine Team
"As the leader of a law enforcement unit in the military, I asked Jay to tell his story to my troops. This group of mainly combat veterans found Jay's experiences relevant and compelling. He kept my young officers riveted to their seats throughout his presentation."
~ Maj. Christopher "Kit" Johnson, Commander, 355th Security Forces, USAF
"Jay Dobyns spoke to my team and his message is inspirational. Our kids absolutely loved him. They thought he was one of the best speakers they have heard in all their years at the University of Arizona. His story is one of courage and heroism.
You will be on the edge of your seats when you listen to Jay speak."
~ Lute Olson, Basketball Hall of Fame; NCAA championship-winning Head Basketball Coach, University of Arizona
"In the 35-year history of The City Club of San Diego and more than 1,000 lecturers, we’ve not had a more compelling speaker than Jay Dobyns. There’s a dark side in America where people’s lives are ruined by drugs and violence. Jay Dobyns, in dramatic fashion, reveals that world and the threat it poses. He lived it as an undercover agent and the story he tells is unforgettable."
~ George Mitrovich, President, The City Club of San Diego
“He’ll land next to a criminal softer than a butterfly with sore feet and with his next step, take their head off. He’s able to convince the bad guys that he’s badder than they are and in a turn, charm an aristocrat. A man among men. He’s a top-draw speaker and a friend I admire.
Sit back and listen. After a few minutes with Dobyns, you’ll admire him too.”
~ William "Billy" Queen, ATF Special Agent (ret.) and author of the New York Times Best Seller, “Under and Alone”
"Jay Dobyns is the epitome of ‘street smart meets intellect’. His keen insight into human psychology and physical dangers is the stuff
legends are made of. A selfless American patriot who understood personal sacrifices for mission accomplishment.
He's the man you want covering your six."
~ C.W. "Gator" Harvey, USMC (ret.), Counterintelligence Officer (ret.), Special Operations Forces (ret.);
Manager, Missions and Operations, Northrop Grumman
"Jay Dobyns’ story is one of courage and determination, of leading a team into a battle zone of crime under extreme hardship ,
coming out with scarred bodies and souls and the wisdom to learn the hard lessons from both victory and defeat."
~ Julian Sher, Investigative Reporter and author of “Angels of Death: Inside the Biker’s Global Crime Empire“
“Jay was a leader on my teams, he is a leader in our community, and he was a one of those players that becomes special to a coach
because he did everything asked of him to win.”
~ Larry Smith, Head Football Coach, University of Arizona, 1980-1986
"Taking experiences from a remarkable life and transcending these into an easily digestible guide to corporate life for a relatively
young team was and still is inspirational and highly effective. Book him!"
~ Damien Cahill, Detective Sergeant (ret.), Chief Operating Officer at Vyne
"Mr. Dobyns traveled to New Zealand and provided the keynote address at a symposium I helped coordinate. He spoke with the oratory skills similar to that of former Secretary of State Colin Powell while delivering a message that was meaningful and intelligent."
~ William B. Leverett, Regional Security Officer, U.S. Embassy, Wellington, New Zealand
To have Jay speak at your event contact:
azjdob@yahoo.com