Keynote SpeakerJesse Cole

Owner of the Savannah Bananas

Keynote SpeakerJesse Cole

Owner of the Savannah Bananas

Entertainment Author Bestselling Authors Business Growth Business Leaders Creative Thinking Customer Service Entrepreneur High Energy Motivational Sports

Creativity meets Marketing meets Entrepreneurship

Owner of the Savannah Bananas, the world-famous baseball entertainment team with a global sold-out World Tour and a multi-million-person waitlist

Author of "Find Your Yellow Tux" and "Fans First," featured on ESPN, MLB Network, and CNBC for reimagining the sports entertainment experience

Speaking Fee: $125,000

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Jesse Cole Speaker Profile

Jesse Cole, the founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Savannah Bananas, has made a significant impact on the sports industry. Since their inception, the Bananas have managed to sell out every game and have a waitlist for tickets in the thousands. The team has a massive social media following in the millions, with over 2 million followers on TikTok alone.

Jesse’s innovative ideas have caught the attention of major media outlets like Entrepreneur Magazine, MSNBC, ESPN, and HBO Real Sports. He has even made an appearance at his son’s show and tell. Jesse is the creator of Banana Ball and Dolce and Banana Underwear. However, he is also known for promoting unusual events like the Human Horse Race and Flatulence Fun Night.

Jesse is a best-selling author of two books, Find Your Yellow Tux and Fans First. He has been featured on over 1000 podcasts and is a popular keynote speaker, spreading the Fans First experience all over the world.

On a personal note, Jesse is the proud owner of 7 yellow tuxedos and proposed to his wife, Emily, in front of a sold-out crowd while wearing one of them. The couple has a son named Maverick and are also foster parents.

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The Fans First Way

The Savannah Bananas have sold out every single game since 2016-not because of baseball, but because they put the fan experience above everything else. Jesse Cole shares the Fans First philosophy that turned a struggling minor league team into a global entertainment phenomenon with a multi-year international tour. A keynote that challenges every leader to ask: what would we do if we truly put our customers first?

Stand Out or Don't Bother

In a world drowning in options and noise, normal gets you absolutely nowhere. Jesse Cole makes the case for bold differentiation, creative risk-taking, and building brand experiences that people can’t stop talking about. Drawing on the wildly unconventional story of the Savannah Bananas-a team that banned bunts, plays in tuxedos, and has a waiting list of millions-he shows what happens when you commit fully to being remarkable.

Jesse was far and away the very best presenter we’ve ever had at Trek World! He was transformative for our company and eclipsed all our hopes. It was truly amazing.

- Ben Scherer - Trek Bike

Books by Jesse Cole

Fans First

ISBN: 978-1544529219

Banana Ball

ISBN: 978-0593473412

Frequently Asked Questions

What topics does Jesse Cole speak about?

Jesse Cole delivers keynotes on Business Growth, Business Leaders, Creative Thinking, Customer Service, Entertainment, Entrepreneur, High Energy, Motivational, Sports. He is known for Owner of the Savannah Bananas, the Greatest Show in Sports. Each presentation can be tailored to align with your event theme and audience goals.

How do I book Jesse Cole for my event?

To book Jesse Cole, contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or submit a booking request through our website. Our team will discuss your event details, confirm availability, and handle all logistics including contracts, travel arrangements, and on-site coordination.

Is Jesse Cole available for virtual events?

Yes, Jesse Cole is available for both in-person and virtual keynote presentations. Virtual sessions can be delivered as live interactive experiences or pre-recorded content. Contact Rave Speakers to discuss the best format for your event.

What makes Jesse Cole a great keynote speaker?

Jesse Cole is Owner of the Savannah Bananas, the Greatest Show in Sports. He brings a unique combination of experience including Owner of the Savannah Bananas baseball entertainment team. Creator of a fan-first, creativity-driven business model. Author and speaker on bold business innovation. Audiences consistently praise his ability to inspire, educate, and deliver practical insights that attendees can apply immediately.

How does Jesse Cole's sports experience translate to corporate audiences?

Jesse Cole draws on real-world lessons from his sports career to deliver insights on leadership, teamwork, resilience, and performing under pressure. These are principles that translate directly to business success, and his stories resonate with audiences at every level.

Can Jesse Cole customize their keynote for my event?

Yes, Jesse Cole tailors each keynote to align with your event theme, audience demographics, and organizational goals. He works with event organizers ahead of time to ensure the content resonates with attendees and delivers actionable takeaways. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 to discuss how Jesse Cole can personalize his presentation for your event.

What is Banana Ball and how does Jesse Cole turn it into a business case study for corporate audiences?

Banana Ball is the rule-rewriting baseball format Jesse Cole created to transform the Savannah Bananas from a struggling collegiate-summer team into a global entertainment phenomenon with sold-out stadium tours and a multi-team Banana Ball Championship League. In keynotes, Jesse breaks down the specific business decisions behind the rise: pricing innovations, fan-first hiring, social-content strategy, and how he killed traditional revenue streams (ad signage, between-inning sponsorships) to deepen fan loyalty. For corporate audiences, the case study reads like a playbook for any company willing to question category orthodoxy. Audiences leave with concrete reframes for their own customer experience, marketing, and product decisions.

Will Jesse Cole do a book signing or yellow-tux photo opportunity at our event?

Yes. Jesse Cole, known to fans simply as Yellow Tux Jesse, regularly incorporates book signings of his bestsellers Find Your Yellow Tux and Fans First, plus photo opportunities in his signature yellow tuxedo, into corporate keynote packages. The yellow tux itself has become an iconic photo prop and a memorable takeaway moment for attendees. He travels with multiple tuxedos to ensure nothing interrupts the experience. Contact Rave Speakers at (310) 614-8653 or visit ravespeakers.com to coordinate signing logistics, photo lines, and book quantity for your event.

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The Fans First Way

Stand Out or Don't Bother

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Keynote SpeakerJesse Cole

Owner of the Savannah Bananas

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Owner of the Savannah Bananas

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Jesse Cole Speaker Profile

The RAVE Speakers Advantage

Why you should book your speaker with us

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Any Speaker. Any Time. No Additional Fees.

Pre-booking calls are a must for a successful event

At no cost to you, we'll be onsite at your meeting

We want you to come back event after event

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Keynote Topics

- Ben Scherer - Trek Bike

Books by Jesse Cole

Fans First

ISBN: 978-1544529219

Banana Ball

ISBN: 978-0593473412

Frequently Asked Questions

Jesse Cole Sample Videos

Jesse Cole Keynote Speeches

Check Jesse Cole's Availability

Base your confidence on the company we keep

Where our speakers are speaking

Kathy Roche

Director of Meetings, Western & Southern Life

Robert Darby

CEO, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate

Heidi Pascale

Senior Director of Experiental Marketing and Training, ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions

Randie Vasso

Project Analyst, Heartland Payment Systems

How Rave Speakers Works

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We want you to come back event after event

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