Frank King
The right person, with the right information, at the right time, can save a life.
Travels from Eugene OR, USA
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Speaks on:
Employee Engagement
Mental Health Awareness
Speaks to:
Associations & Membership Orgs
Formats:
Keynote
Breakout
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants feel more confident and prepared to initiate conversations about mental health and suicide.
Attendees gain a new perspective on resilience, recognizing it in individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Listeners acquire practical strategies for providing mental health first aid and supporting those in need.
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Frank's Bio
Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, speaker and comedian for 39. His speaking is informed by his lifetime of Depression and Suicidality and coming close enough to ending his life that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like. Turning that long dark journey of the soul into 13 TEDx Talks, sharing his lifesaving insights with corporations, and associations. He’s shared the stage with comedians, Jeff Foxworthy, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, Dr. Ken Jung, Ellen DeGeneres, Dennis Miller, and Bill Hicks, as well as entertainers, Lou Rawls, The Beach Boys, Randy Travis, and Nancy Wilson. On top of all of that, he has survived 2 aortic valve replacements, a double bypass, a heart attack, and losing to a puppet on the original Star Search and has lived to joke about it all.
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Frank Offers the Following Talks
Suicide Prevention as a Workplace Health and Safety Issue
Stops suicides, saves lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Frank
What should I know about working with you?
Working with Frank King is easy, professional, and impactful. He customizes every talk, blends humor with hard topics safely, shows up prepared, engages every audience, and delivers real tools that help people. No drama, no surprises, just meaningful results with heart and humor.
What's included in your fee?
He charges by the calendar day, so he is happy to do up to two keynotes in a day
Can you customize your presentation for our specific audience and event theme?
Yes. Frank customizes every talk to your audience, theme, and industry. He tailors stories, data, and takeaways so the message fits your goals and feels personal, relevant, and memorable — all while keeping his signature mix of heart, humor, and hope.
How do you engage audiences post-event?
Frank stays connected post-event with follow-up resources, Q&A access, actionable tools, and ongoing support. He keeps the conversation alive so attendees apply what they learned, feel supported, and know they’re not alone long after the keynote ends.
My organization has a limited budget. Do you have any flexibility in your pricing?
Yes. Frank has flexible pricing options based on event size, format, travel, and impact goals. He works with budgets when possible and offers bundles, add-ons, and multi-event discounts while still delivering top-tier value and customization.
Will I receive post-event materials (slides, recordings, handouts)?
Yes. Frank provides post-event materials including resource guides, action steps, crisis tools, mental health links, and optional follow-up videos or Q&A support to help reinforce the message and keep the impact going long after the event.
What is your policy on event recordings and media rights?
The group is welcome to record his presentation and use it in perpetuity, if he gets a copy on a USB drive before he leaves the venue