Book Cynthia A. Jones
Resilience & Leadership Speaker | Pastor | Founder & Executive Director
Transformational speaking for colleges, universities, churches, organizations and communities.​
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Cynthia A. Jones is a transformational resilience and leadership speaker, pastor, author and nonprofit founder who equips audiences to navigate adversity, overcome setbacks and move forward with renewed purpose.

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Through her signature presentation, “Resilient: Turning Adversity into Purpose,” Cynthia challenges college and university students, emerging leaders and professionals to recognize that setbacks do not have to determine their future. Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming life-threatening health challenges and more than two decades of nonprofit and ministry leadership, she delivers a message of resilience, practical action and hope.

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Her message is simple but powerful: Keep Going. Lead with Excellence. Turn Adversity into Purpose.

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A survivor of four open-heart surgeries, Cynthia transformed personal hardship into a powerful platform of faith, perseverance and impact. Her message has inspired audiences through conferences, community outreach, media appearances and leadership events focused on resilience, wellness and purpose-driven living.

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She founded The David D. Jones Legacy Foundation, established in honor of her brother, former NFL player David D. Jones, whose life was impacted by complications believed to be connected to CTE and Parkinsonism. Through the foundation, Cynthia advocates for athlete brain health awareness, student-athlete safety, mental and emotional wellness and access to proper sports safety equipment for underserved communities.

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Through her keynote presentations, Cynthia combines lived experience, spiritual resilience and practical insights on leadership, perseverance, wellness and purpose-driven living. Whether speaking to corporations, colleges, athletic organizations or community groups, she empowers audiences to overcome adversity, lead with strength and create lasting impact.

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Her foundation message, “Honoring the Game. Healing the Impact.” continues to inspire important conversations around athlete brain health, healing and protecting the next generation.

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Cynthia is the author of Destined Even Though You’ve Been Delayed and continues to speak to corporations, colleges, universities, athletic organizations, churches and community groups seeking inspiration, education and transformational leadership.

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Booking & Partnership Inquiries

 

For speaking engagements, interviews, workshops or partnership opportunities, please submit your request through the Contact page and include the following:

 

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Signature Speaking Topics

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Section 1 — Colleges & Universities Presentations

​Resilient: Turning Adversity into Purpose
Signature Keynote Presentation

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An engaging, transformational presentation that equips college students and emerging leaders to navigate setbacks, adapt when plans change and take meaningful steps toward their goals. Cynthia combines personal experience, practical strategies and a powerful message of perseverance to help audiences move forward with purpose.

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Section 2 — Corporate Leadership & Wellness

​Resilience Under Pressure: How to Keep Going When Life Hits Hard​

A powerful message on navigating adversity, overcoming setbacks, and maintaining resilience during life's most difficult moments.

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Section 3 — Faith, Resilience & Purpose

A faith-centered message encouraging individuals and congregations to persevere through adversity, trust God during uncertain seasons and move forward with renewed strength and purpose.

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Keep Going: Finding Purpose When Life Changes the Plan

An empowering presentation for churches, community organizations and individuals facing life's challenges, offering practical encouragement to overcome setbacks, embrace change and pursue their purpose.

 

Section 4 — Athlete Brain Health & Legacy

Presented through the David D. Jones Legacy Foundation

 

Honoring the Game. Healing the Impact.

An educational conversation inspired by the life and legacy of former NFL player David D. Jones, addressing athlete brain health, the impact of contact sports and the importance of protecting athletes physically, mentally and emotionally.

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Protecting Student-Athletes Beyond the Game

Encouraging awareness, prevention and support for student-athletes as they navigate the physical and emotional demands of competitive sports.

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Athlete Brain Health & Mental Wellness

Exploring the importance of brain health awareness, mental wellness education and informed conversations among athletes, families and communities.

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The Hidden Impact of Contact Sports on Families & Communities

Examining how the challenges associated with contact sports can extend beyond athletes to affect their families and communities.​

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Featured Interviews & Speaking Highlights

• Featured on FOX5 Las Vegas

• Interviewed by KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas

• Nearly 30 years of speaking and ministry leadership experience

• Speaker on resilience, athlete brain health and leadership

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