Rave Speakers is proud to represent the finest Nashvill-based Keynote Speaker your audience will ever experience.

Jimmy Yeary is a one-of-a-kind keynote speaker whose powerful blend of storytelling, music, and emotional connection leaves audiences energized and inspired. As a Grammy-winning singer, CMA and ACM Award-winning songwriter, and a captivating communicator, Jimmy has spent over a decade influencing millions through the universal language of music. His talks are infused with moments that audiences instantly recognize—songs that have shaped memories, moved hearts, and topped charts.

Before his rise as the lead singer of the Grammy Award-winning supergroup Shenandoah—known for hits like Mama Knows, Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart, and Sunday in the South—Jimmy was already writing songs that would go on to define careers. With more than 2,000 songs to his name, including 14 Billboard #1 singles, his work is in constant demand from artists in both Nashville and Los Angeles. His award-winning song I Drive Your Truck—a tribute to a father mourning the loss of his soldier son—earned “Song of the Year” honors from both the CMA and ACM. More recently, he penned #1 hits like Everything’s Gonna Be Alright for Kenny Chesney and David Lee Murphy, and I Called Mama for Tim McGraw.

As a speaker, Jimmy Yeary draws from his prolific music career to deliver transformative messages on emotional intelligence, leadership, collaboration, and meaningful connection. His ability to translate life and business lessons into powerful, musical narratives makes his presentations truly unforgettable. Whether speaking to corporate leaders or team members, Jimmy helps organizations foster deeper relationships, shared purpose, and impactful results—often by putting their message to music.