Josh Shipp is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, and global youth empowerment expert. Despite a difficult past in foster care, Josh's success serves as proof of the transformative power of a caring adult. His groundbreaking work with youth and families has been showcased in a documentary TV series on A&E.

As a renowned author, Josh has written two national bestsellers, The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage Humans and The Teen's Guide to World Domination. He has been recognized on Inc. Magazine's 30 under 30 list and completed postgraduate studies at Harvard, thanks to the support of teachers, counselors, and foster parents.

Josh is frequently sought after by major media outlets such as OPRAH, CNN, FOX, and The New York Times for his expertise on common challenges faced by parents and teachers. He has delivered keynote speeches to massive audiences and has spoken live in front of over two million people. His viral presentations have garnered an estimated 50 million views online.

To further his mission of helping as many kids as possible, Josh trains other speakers through Youth Speaker University and offers a social and emotional learning curriculum, Year of Awesomeness, used in classrooms worldwide. His popular newsletter provides practical strategies to over 200,000 parents, educators, and social workers. Josh's ability to address sensitive topics with heart and humor, based on his personal experiences, resonates with both young people and their caregivers.

He has gained recognition from industry professionals, such as Emmy Award-Winning Producer Ellen Rakieten, who attests to the transformative impact Josh has had on countless lives. Through his work, Josh aims to empower caring adults to make a difference in the lives of the kids who need them most. As he believes, Every kid is ONE caring adult away from being a success story.

To assist parents, teachers, and other caring adults in their journey, Josh offers free training and resources. Join the community of over 228,000 subscribers and learn how you can make a positive impact on the kids in your life