EXPERT ON:
◉ Church & Ministry Leadership
◉ Effective Communication
◉ Faith in Action
◉ Goal Setting & Achievement
◉ Leadership Development
◉ Inspirational Life Story
◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Overcoming Adversity
◉ Sales & Persuasion
◉ Team Building & Collaboration
EXPERIENCE:
◉ Retired Military Leader & Motivational Speaker — Dr. Bolden served 24 years in the military as an instructor and Drill Sergeant Instructor and is nationally recognized for his high-energy message of discipline, resilience, and his signature call, “Stay Motivated!”
◉ Leadership Educator & Stress Management Expert — With over 50 years in public speaking, Dr. Bolden has taught ROTC leadership at Louisiana Tech University, Grambling State University, and Notre Dame, and is a certified State Police instructor in Motivation and Stress Management.
◉ Civic & Community Leader — A former elected official with 19 years of public service and a pastor for over 30 years, Dr. Bolden blends military precision, faith, and civic leadership to inspire audiences to lead with clarity, accountability, and purpose.
Dr. James E. Bolden III is a retired military instructor, Drill Sergeant Instructor, and nationally recognized motivational speaker known for his signature call: “Stay Motivated!”
He retired after 24 years of military service and has spent over 50 years in public speaking, teaching military ROTC leadership at Louisiana Tech University, Grambling State University, and Notre Dame (South Bend). Dr. Bolden is also a certified State Police instructor in Motivation and Stress Management, equipping professionals to lead and perform effectively under pressure.
Beyond military service, Dr. Bolden served 19 years as an elected City of Jacksonville, Arkansas official, including roles on the City Council, Water Commission, and School Board, giving him firsthand insight into civic leadership and public accountability.
Happily married for over 34 years, Dr. Bolden and his wife founded and have pastored a thriving church for over 30 years, blending faith, discipline, and community impact. A strong advocate for physical fitness and high-energy living, his presentations are dynamic, practical, and inspiring—motivating audiences to lead with resilience, clarity, and purpose.
His enduring message to every audience:
Stay Motivated!
