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A Smarter, Funnier Speaker
Bringing Texas-Sized Wit
to Events Near and Far!
Speaking in Texas, the other 49 States, Internationally, and Even Outer Space (Okay, Maybe Not Yet, But We’re Working on It!)
Speaking inside of Texas
This is the easiest way to get Doug to speak. Have your company or event somewhere inside of Texas.
Speaking Outside of Texas
Doug does like to Travel. There is a demand that the location be near some type of Texas Style BBQ.
Get to know Doug before booking
Doug is smart and funny. So get to know him before booking him via his socials, podcasts, or just set up a chat with him
The Most Important Story You will Ever Tell | Doug Thompson | TEDxBlinnCollege
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How I (Accidentally) Created the Fear of the Number 13
You know, people always ask me, “Doug, how did you end up being the guy responsible for triskaidekaphobia—the fear of the number 13?” And honestly, it wasn’t something I set out to do. I was just a bald Texan trying to enjoy a barbecue, but one fateful day, a pot of chili and a handful…
When Stories (and Headphones) Don’t Always Work: Embracing Imperfection
Even the best stories—and products—don’t work every time. Perfection isn’t always possible, and I learned that firsthand with my new headphones. Let’s start with my ears. Yep, my ears. I’ve had Bose QC headphones forever and loved every pair. Sure, I wore out a few ear pads, but the quality kept me coming back. Recently,…
Podcast
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Doug Thompson has a unique ability to connect with audiences of all backgrounds. He can easily distill complex concepts into easy-to-understand language, making his presentations both informative and accessible.
—Melissa Maser, Microsoft
Doug held the stage / spoke at an event I attended, here’s my view: So… if I boil it down to a few things… leading edge technical understanding in a dynamic, broad scope… category defining business such as MSFT is a very impressive thing to do (hats off to those with deep nerd skills). Entertaining, captivating presentation skills are even more impressive (hats off to those that were born to deliver story and do so comfortably). To do both well… to have both skills… that’s a rarity. Doug does this impressively.
—Jon Thomsen, CEO Atmosera
