Keynote: Start a Fire

With humor, high energy, and raw authenticity, Craig challenges audiences to ignite their passion and use their gifts for the greater good. Reflecting on his own struggles—especially the moments when he felt stuck, unmotivated, and lost—Craig shares how he discovered his purpose and turned his life around.

This keynote is a call to action: to stop going through the motions, to embrace life with purpose, and to lift others up instead of tearing them down. Craig reminds audiences that no challenge is insurmountable and that within every struggle lies an opportunity to “start a fire” in their hearts, fueling them to make a lasting impact in their communities.

Audience Takeaways:
✔ Recognizing personal gifts and talents
✔ Finding purpose in everyday life
✔ Overcoming adversity with resilience
✔ Becoming a positive change agent

Workshop: Push Through the Pain – You Write the Story

This immersive, emotional workshop takes participants on a journey of laughter, reflection, and self-discovery. Through powerful storytelling, interactive exercises, and moments of deep introspection, Craig challenges students to confront their toughest experiences and rewrite the narrative of their lives.

The workshop creates a space for vulnerability, healing, and connection, as Craig encourages participants to acknowledge their pain but not be defined by it. He reminds them that the hardest chapters of their lives do not determine their future—they have the power to push through, rise above, and write the ending they deserve.

Audience Takeaways:
✔ Embracing challenges as part of the journey
✔ Understanding that pain does not define identity
✔ Building resilience and self-worth
✔ Taking control of their own story

Craig’s message is one of hope, empowerment, and transformation. Whether through a keynote or an interactive workshop, he leaves audiences inspired to take action, believe in themselves, and create a brighter future.

I have known Craig since 2017 when I met him at the New Jersey Elks Peer Leadership Conference weekend. He is an amazing speaker, who captures the attention of teens and  making his seminars and workshops so comfortable and safe for these teens to feel surrounded by love and be able to talk about their fears and challenges without being judged. Craig has a unique way of connecting with these teens and his workshops are always filled to capacity. Seeing how different of a speaker Craig was, I made it my mission to bring him to my hometown of Dumont. It was an unforgettable night for both teens and their parents alike. The topic was “You Are Never Alone”  Craig has an innate ability to empower young people/teens, reminding them they are not alone in the challenges they face in life.  Some of the teenagers who were present, and who I never thought would speak in front of an audience, stood up and spoke about their challenges in life. In just a quick hour, Craig shares his story and then turns it over to others to share theirs. I am hoping to have Craig back in the very near future to speak with our youth again because there is simply no one like him.  Mary Turner –  Dumont Elks

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I have been lucky enough to serve the young people of Paramus for over 20 years. During that time, I have gotten to know Craig Jandoli very well. We are both teachers in local schools and have worked together on retreats and various activities for the young people of our church community. 

Craig Jandoli is an extraordinary public speaker who radiates inspiration and energy, leaving audiences deeply moved and uplifted. With a natural ability to connect, Craig blends profound spirituality and unwavering faith to deliver messages that resonate with the heart and soul. His enthusiasm is infectious, captivating listeners and inspiring them to embrace purpose and positivity. Every word is delivered with conviction, drawing people into a transformative experience.

Craig truly has a gift for turning complex ideas into relatable and actionable insights, motivating individuals to grow in faith and character. Audiences leave not just entertained, but empowered to face challenges with renewed strength and hope. 

Anyone who hears Craig speak is left with a renewed spirit and a sense of clarity and purpose for their own journey.

 Bob Lechte – Our Lady of Annunciation, Paramus NJ

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If you want an engaging motivational speaker that students will remember, be inspired by, and want to come back year after year, Craig Jandoli is your speaker. After seeing him multiple times at the annual ELKS Leadership Conference, students begged for him to come to Westfield High School. He did not disappoint.  He is a dynamic speaker who has an innate ability to get young people to open up and be vulnerable. Throughout his presentation, he had them laughing, crying, reflecting, writing, clapping, chanting, sharing, supporting and connecting with one another.  In his own words he, “took them on an emotional rollercoaster”.  If you are expecting your typical guest speaker who kids forget about when the assembly is over, that won’t happen when you bring Craig Jandoli to speak. He’s the real deal. He is as authentic as they come.  Susan Kolesar-  Westfield High School