Jeff Katz is known to many people for many reasons. Some know the Philadelphia native as a former police officer, some remember him from the world of professional wrestling, others have read his work as a columnist for The Boston Herald, while plenty of folks enjoy his award-winning shows on radio and television.

But Jeff’s greatest pride comes from being the father to three children. The journey for both of his sons has been rather typical, but his daughter’s has been filled with special challenges. Julia is in her twenties, but she’ll always be a toddler in many ways because of her global disabilities and special needs.

Jeff is a well-respected professional speaker and coach who is in high demand around the country for his keynote speeches, including his favorite entitled “Julia’s Quest for Cookies” that details how Julia, with a developmental age of 18 months, successfully makes her way from the safety of her room to the kitchen pantry where she samples every single cookie! Jeff shares Julia’s story in the Amazon best-selling book “Elevate & Empower” which was published in October 2024.

His latest book, entitled “The Hidden Power of Storytelling” was released in January 2025 and provides readers with insight and advice on delivering powerful presentations. Jeff holds the prestigious CPS designation and is part of a very select group having earned certification as a Ziglar Legacy Speaker and Trainer, and was appointed by Virginia’s Governor Glenn Youngkin to the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities.