Motivational Speaker, 
                     Humorist, Author

     . . . Jack Curtis              



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P.O. Box 1744
La Crosse, WI 54602-1744
608-780-1772
jack@drjackcurtis.com


Meet Dr. Jack
Dr. Jack Curtis has been educating, inspiring and motivating audiences for 27 years as a professional speaker.  He is a Professor Emeritus of Health Promotion and is the author of 12 books. In his presentations he draws on his 30 years of teaching experience and his work with National, Olympic and professional athletes to deliver uplifting, educational messages with the perfect blend of humor. 

His messages focus on how we can improve performance by altering our attitudes.  Whether you are looking for a keynote speaker, a banquet speaker or a 1-2 day workshop on wellness, stress management, improved performance, or the benefits of humor, Dr. Jack will tailor his message to meet your needs. 

He has presented to over 800 diverse groups covering business, government, health care, education and athletics throughout the United States and in Canada and China.

Professional Experience

Professional Speaker, 1977-present

Performance Enhancement Consultant, The Milwaukee Brewers 1987-1992 and 2002-2004 

Professor, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 1975-2002

Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota-Duluth   1974-1975

Instructor, Huron College,   Huron, SD    1972-1974

K-12 Teacher, Joint School District # 11, Juneau, WI     1969-1970 


Education

Ph.D.  Degree:                          University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
                                                 December 1974
                                                 Major:  Health Science
                                                 Minor:  Educational Psychology
                                                 Emphasis:  Nutrition Education

M.S. Degree                            University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
                                                August 1971
                                                Major:  Physical Education
                                                 Emphasis:  Exercise Physiology

B.S. Degree                             University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
                                                May 1969
                                                Major:  Physical Education, Health Education Emphasis

Honors 

Excellence Award, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.  (63rd Recipient in 110 year history of University)

Outstanding Alumni, Hamilton High School, Sussex, WI

Outstanding Teacher of the Year, Huron College

Publications and Research Skills

  • Wrote 12 books
  • Published 26 articles in professional journals and magazines
  • Worked with 19 graduate students on Masters Thesis projects
  • Reviewed 32 books for textbooks companies
  • Authored 4 non-print publications on Mental Imagery for Athletes (Video/audio/CD/DVD)

Books Published

Curtis, J.D.  (2005 publishing date anticipated)  Baseball:  It’s a mental game: A roadmap for success. Book in progress

 Curtis, J.D. and Detert, R.A. (2005 publishing date) Total relaxation.  Book completed and prospectus out to publishing houses

Curtis, J.D. Spanish Edition (1992) La Mente Del Deportista Ganado:  Un programa de entrenamiento mental de cuatro pasos para lograr el maximo rendimiento.  Mexico City, Mexico:  Panorama Editorial, SA.

Curtis, J. D. (1988, 1992) The mindset for winning:  A 4-step mental training program for athletes.  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J.D. (1983, 1985, 1991) Learn to relax:  A 14 day program.  (third edition)  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J. D.  (1990) The mindset for winning:  coach’s manual.  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J.D.  (1989) The mindset for winning workbook.  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J.D.  (1989) The mindset for winning athlete’s log.  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J.D., Detert, R.A., Schindler, J., & Zirkel, K.  (1985, 1989)  Teaching stress management and relaxation skills:  An instructors guide (second edition)  La Crosse, WI:  Coulee Press.

Curtis, J.D. & Detert, R.A.  (1981) How to relax:  A holistic approach to stress management.  Palo Alto, CA:  Mayfield Publishing Company.

Curtis, J.D.& Pappenfuss, R. L. (1980) Health instruction:  A task approach.  Minneapolis, MN:  Burgess Publishing Company, Inc.

Curtis, J.D., & Pappenfuss, R.L. (1979) An activity supplement to health education:  A planning resource for Wisconsin schools.  Madison, WI:  Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.  

Curtis, J.D., Schockmen, B.L., & Miller, M.  (1978) A study guide and workbook for standard first aid and personal safety.  New York, NY:  Macmillan Publishing Company.

Sports Experience and Consultation

·        High school and University coaching experience

·        Presented over 400 keynote presentations and workshops to athletes and coaches on the topical areas of mental imagery, relaxation and related topics

·        Worked with over 50 teams from the high school level through the professional
level

·        Taught the Mindset for Winning Program to over 230 athletes that have achieved All American Status in Collegiate sports

·        Worked with 23 teams that have won National Championships

 ·        Worked with two World Championship teams

·        Worked with  Bronze Medal winning team in the Olympics

·        Worked with Andrew Rock, an individual who was a Gold Medalist in the 2004 Olympics in Athens in the 400M relay

·        Authored the Mindset for Winning Book, Workbook, Athlete’s Log and Coaching Manual

·        Wrote the Mindset for Winning (4 Star Award Winning) Videotape featuring Bart Connors, U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist

·        Wrote and produced the Mindset for Winning Audiotape and the Learn to Relax: A 14-Day Program Audiotape

·        Authored 17 articles in National and International Journals

Sports Consultations:

·        The Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Team
o       1987-1992—Best winning percentage over 6 year period in team history
o       2002- 2004

·        The Milwaukee Brewers Minor League Affiliates (1988-1992, and 2002-2004).  Won Triple A World Championship (Denver Zephyrs) and  9 divisional championships at AAA, AA, A, and Rookie levels during this span.  Also, won TOPPS Minor League Organization of the year Award 5 times in the 8 years I worked with them. 

·        University of Minnesota Baseball Team (1987-1988).  Team won Big 10 Divisional Championship in 1987 and the Big 10 Conference Overall Championship in 1988.

·        University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Men’s Track and Field Teams (1987-2002).  Teams have won 12 NCAA National Championships since 1987.  Six outdoor Championships and 6 indoor Championships and they hold the record for scoring the highest point total of any NCAA Team in History (1991)

·        Individual Mental Imagery Coach for Andrew Rock, 2004 U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist in the 400 meter relay

·        U.S. Olympic Curling Team (1991-1992).  Won the Olympic Bronze Medal as a demonstration sport.

·        U.S. Army Golden Knights.  Worked with both the Accuracy team and the RW Teams (1989-1990).  Accuracy Team won National Championship in 1990 and RW Team won both National and World Championships in 1990.

·        University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field Teams (1982-1984).  Teams won 3 NCAA National Championships in Track and Field and 1 AAUW National Championship in Cross Country during that time.

·        U.S. National Table Tennis Teams (1986-1989)

·        U.S. National Ski Jumping Teams (1974-1982)

·        U.S. National Combined Team (1974-1982)

·        U.S. Olympic Ski Jumping Teams (1976 and 1980)

·        U.S. Olympic Combined Teams (1976 and 1980)
·        Served on various U.S. Olympic Committees (1976-1980)