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Transform trivia knowledge into peak performance with Ken Jennings, speaker and Jeopardy! champion. Ken works with organizations to cultivate intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and personal growth, delivering bestselling insights backed by over $5 million in game show winnings.


Ken Jennings holds the record for the longest winning streak on the US game show Jeopardy!, having won an impressive 74 times. During his incredible run, he accumulated a total of over $5 million in winnings.
Since then, Ken has continued to make numerous appearances on television and has written twelve books, including the thought-provoking Planet Funny: How Comedy Ruined Everything. Additionally, he has authored three New York Times bestsellers: Because I Said So!, Maphead, and Brainiac.
Beyond his accomplishments as a game show champion and author, Ken is also recognized as a brilliant speaker and mentor. He shares his inspiration and insights on various topics such as finding passion, achieving peak performance, and personal growth. His ability to captivate audiences with his knowledge and wisdom is truly remarkable.
Ken's unparalleled success on 'Jeopardy!' and his prolific writing career, including three New York Times bestsellers, showcase his exceptional knowledge and diverse expertise. His engaging storytelling and insights into achieving peak performance can inspire and elevate your team or business to new heights. Booking Ken as a speaker guarantees a captivating experience that combines entertainment with profound lessons on personal and professional growth.
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Ken Jennings draws on his record-breaking run on Jeopardy! and his background as a published author to frame talks around knowledge, curiosity, and peak performance.
Ken Jennings speaks on finding passion, peak performance, and personal growth. He holds the record for the longest winning streak on Jeopardy!, with 74 consecutive wins and over $5 million in accumulated winnings.
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