Why Hire Jimmy Clare
Jimmy Clare is an autistic keynote speaker, podcaster, and founder of CrazyFitnessGuy, a healthy living brand that helps audiences build sustainable habits for their body and mind. He combines lived experience with practical tools to make fitness, mental health, and resilience accessible for neurodivergent and neurotypical people alike.
Bullied in school, facing multiple health challenges and surgeries, and navigating life with autism and a non‑verbal learning disorder, Jimmy learned to turn adversity into fuel instead of a full‑time job. His story shows audiences that you don’t need perfect circumstances or motivation—just simple systems, realistic expectations, and the courage to start again tomorrow.
Through his CrazyFitnessGuy podcast and live events, Jimmy has interviewed experts in wellness, mental health, and personal growth, translating big ideas into small, doable actions for everyday people. Event planners love his honest, no‑fluff style, clear takeaways, and relatable stories that resonate with students, employees, caregivers, and leaders.
Event planners can expect a partner, not just a presenter. Before the event, Jimmy collaborates to clarify goals, audience challenges, and success metrics so his keynote feels tailor‑made, not “canned.” During the program, he blends story, humor, and interaction (polls, questions, quick exercises) to keep audiences engaged, whether it is a gymnasium of students, a conference ballroom, or a corporate training room. Afterward, he offers simple follow‑up resources—like recap PDFs, habit prompts, or podcast episode suggestions—that help the message stick.
Jimmy likes to joke that he is “the poor Matt Damon of the speaking world”—no Hollywood budget, no stunt doubles, just a real guy who shows up, tells the truth, and helps people laugh while they rethink what they are capable of. His humor is self‑aware and kind; he uses it to put people at ease and to talk about topics like autism, mental health, and bullying in a way that feels safe, hopeful, and human.
Because Jimmy speaks as an autistic adult rather than just about autism, he opens doors to honest conversations that many organizations struggle to start. He gives leaders and teams language they can actually use on Monday morning—how to ask better questions, how to support neurodivergent colleagues or students without pity, and how to design environments where people with different brains can do their best work.
In addition to his keynote talks, Jimmy brings the discipline and creativity of a small‑business owner to every engagement. As the founder of his own brand, he understands deadlines, budgets, and the pressure planners feel to “get this right.” He is known for being responsive to emails, clear about his needs, flexible with tech and room setups, and respectful of time constraints. Planners often comment that he is one of the easiest speakers they have ever worked with.
Jimmy is a fit for events focused on autism advocacy and neurodiversity, mental health and wellness, inclusive fitness, bullying and resilience, and small business or entrepreneurship. Audiences leave with practical steps they can apply immediately—whether they want to feel better in their body, support neurodivergent people more effectively, build a more inclusive culture, or simply keep going when life does not go as planned.
Keynote Programs
From Crazy to Consistent: Health, Resilience, and Autism in the Real World
Format: 45–60 minute keynote
This program is perfect for:
- Employee resource groups, wellness programs, and DEI initiatives looking for a real, lived‑experience view of autism and mental health.
- Schools, colleges, and associations that want to help neurodivergent people, caregivers, and allies build sustainable habits around health and resilience.
The audience will leave with:
- A practical framework for building healthy routines that work with an autistic or stressed brain instead of against it.
- Simple, realistic strategies to support mental health, manage overwhelm, and keep going when life does not go as planned.
In this honest, no‑fluff keynote, autistic speaker and CrazyFitnessGuy founder Jimmy Clare shares how he turned years of bullying, health challenges, and feeling “different” into a platform for better health and self‑advocacy. Instead of hype or perfection, he gives audiences permission to start where they are, use what they have, and build change one tiny habit at a time.
Through relatable stories, humor, and clear next steps, Jimmy shows how inclusive fitness, realistic self‑care, and small systems can support both mental and physical health—for neurodivergent and neurotypical people alike. Attendees walk away feeling seen, supported, and equipped with tools they can put into practice the same day.
Bullied, Different, and Still Standing: Turning Adversity into Everyday Courage
Format: 45–60 minute keynote
This program is ideal for:
- Schools, colleges, and youth organizations that want a raw, hopeful story about bullying, difference, and resilience.
- Companies and associations focused on mental health, inclusion, and building cultures where “different” is an asset, not a liability.
Growing up autistic with a non‑verbal learning disorder, Jimmy Clare was told he would not succeed—and then he was bullied, misunderstood, and counted out more times than he can remember. Today, he is a keynote speaker, podcaster, and founder of CrazyFitnessGuy, using the same story to help others stand back up when life knocks them down.
In this powerful keynote, Jimmy takes audiences behind the scenes of what bullying, stigma, and low expectations really feel like—and what it takes to push forward anyway. He shares the mindset shifts, support systems, and tiny daily actions that helped him turn pain into purpose without pretending everything is “easy” or “fixed.”
Attendees will learn practical ways to:
- Support people who are being bullied or struggling silently.
- Build environments—at school, at work, and at home—where neurodivergent people can thrive.
- Turn their own setbacks into fuel for growth instead of shame or burnout.
Audiences leave with language, tools, and real‑world hope they can apply immediately, whether they are students, educators, employees, leaders, or parents.
Inclusive Fitness, Realistic Self‑Care: Mental Health That Actually Fits Your Life
Format: 45–60 minute keynote or interactive session
This program is ideal for:
- Workplaces, associations, and conferences focused on employee wellbeing, mental health, and DEI.
- Autism, disability, and caregiver events where people are tired of one‑size‑fits‑all wellness advice that does not work in real life.
Autistic speaker and CrazyFitnessGuy founder Jimmy Clare knows what it is like to be told “just exercise more, eat better, and think positive” when your brain and body do not play by the usual rules. In this session, he breaks down how to build inclusive fitness and self‑care routines that are small, flexible, and realistic—for neurodivergent and neurotypical people.
Instead of chasing perfect meal plans or 5 a.m. workouts, Jimmy shows audiences how to design simple systems they can actually stick with: tiny habit changes, sensory‑aware movement, and mental health practices that fit into busy, messy lives. He shares examples from his own journey losing weight, managing stress and meltdowns, and turning fitness into a tool for emotional regulation—not punishment.
Attendees will learn how to:
- Redefine “self‑care” as small, repeatable actions instead of all‑or‑nothing goals.
- Make wellness more accessible for autistic and neurodivergent people at home, at school, and at work.
- Support colleagues, students, or family members with simple, judgment‑free strategies that reduce burnout instead of adding more pressure.
Participants leave with realistic next steps they can start the same day—no special equipment, perfect schedule, or “superhuman discipline” required.
Environment, Sunlight, and Seasonal Depression: Lessons from Sweden and the Nordics
Format: 45–60 minute keynote or breakout session​
This program is perfect for:
- Healthcare and mental health professionals supporting patients with depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- HR leaders, wellness coordinators, and people managers who design employee wellbeing programs
- Educators and student‑services staff in schools and colleges
- Organizations in northern climates or low‑sunlight regions looking to reduce winter burnout and absenteeism​
The audience will leave with:
- A clear understanding of what SAD is, how environment and sunlight affect mood, and why winter risk is higher in places like Sweden and the Nordic countries​
- Practical, realistic self‑care and light‑exposure strategies they can start using immediately at home and at work​
- Insights into how community, green spaces, and social connection buffer depression and anxiety symptoms​
- Ideas for policy and workplace changes that support better mental health outcomes year‑round​
In this science‑based and personal program, Jimmy Clare connects the dots between environment, air quality, green space, and mental health, with a special focus on Seasonal Affective Disorder in Sweden and the Nordic countries. Drawing from current research and real‑world examples, he explains how limited winter daylight, poor environmental conditions, and social isolation can increase depression risk—and how smart design, community, and daily habits can turn things around.​
Attendees will explore why some of the darkest, coldest countries also rank among the happiest, and what practical lessons any community or organization can borrow from their approach. Jimmy also shares actionable recommendations for individuals and teams, from light‑therapy and outdoor time to advocacy for better healthcare access and mental‑health‑informed public policy.
Supporting Autistic Students: Understanding, Respect, and Real Inclusion
Many autistic students are not “broken”; they are overwhelmed by environments that were never designed for them. In this session, autistic speaker Jimmy Clare shares practical, classroom-tested strategies that helped him succeed in school—so educators can move from good intentions to real inclusion.​
Format: 45–60 minute keynote or breakout session​
This program is perfect for:
- Healthcare and mental health professionals supporting patients with depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- HR leaders, wellness coordinators, and people managers who design employee wellbeing programs
- Educators and student‑services staff in schools and colleges
- Organizations in northern climates or low‑sunlight regions looking to reduce winter burnout and absenteeism​
“Supporting Autistic Students: Understanding, Respect, and Real Inclusion” is a practical, story-driven program designed to help educators, counselors, and school staff better support autistic students in real classrooms, not in theory. Drawing from his own experiences as an autistic student, Jimmy Clare walks audiences through specific supports that made the difference between shutting down and being able to learn.​
Participants will explore tools like communication journals to keep home–school communication open, simple card systems that let students nonverbally signal when they need a break, and realistic approaches to securing one-on-one support when it is available. Jimmy also demonstrates how fill-in-the-blank notes, extra wait time after asking a question, and breaking big projects into smaller steps can reduce information overload for the whole class, not just autistic students.​
Throughout the program, Jimmy emphasizes that support should not be treated as “extra.” When schools treat accommodations as a form of respect—listening to autistic students, adjusting the environment, and treating their needs as non‑negotiable—“inclusion” stops being a buzzword and becomes the way your classroom actually works.​
Learning objectives
After this program, participants will be able to:
- Implement a simple communication journal system to stay in sync with families and better understand an autistic student’s emotional state and needs.​
- Use a color card system (green/yellow/red) so students can nonverbally communicate when they are okay, feeling stressed, or need a break.​
- Design and use fill‑in‑the‑blank notes that help all students follow lectures, stay on topic, and reduce anxiety about “missing something.”​
- Build more processing time into questions and discussions so autistic students are not left behind simply because they need a few extra seconds to answer.​
- Break down large assignments into manageable steps to reduce information overload and keep students engaged instead of overwhelmed.​
Who Jimmy Speaks To?
Jimmy is a great fit for events that focus on autism advocacy and neurodiversity, mental health and wellness, inclusive fitness, bullying and resilience, and small business or entrepreneurship.
He regularly speaks to:
Schools and colleges, including students, educators, counselors, and support staff
Churches and community organizations serving youth and families
Autism, disability, and mental health organizations
Conferences and events looking for an autistic self‑advocate’s perspective
Formats include in‑person keynotes, virtual talks, panels, and podcast guest appearances.
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Jimmy's Speaking Requirements
Bullying - He will not speak at any events or podcasts that accept bullying
Autism - Jimmy has Autism and If you can’t handle that then he feels sorry for you and your brand.
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Speaking Fees
Jimmy’s speaking fees are:
In‑person keynotes: 5,000 USD plus travel, depending on location and event requirements.
Virtual keynotes: 1,500 USD.
Special consideration is available for schools, nonprofits, and autism or mental health organizations with limited budgets. Please mention your budget when you inquire so Jimmy can explore options with you.
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