“Very informative and equally entertaining.” “Terrific presentation!” “Objective, accurate and unbiased.”
2025 Speech Request
Speech Fee $2,500 plus travel
Kiwanis Club of Raleigh, January 2024
“In these days of a lack of objectivity in politics, John Davis is at the top of the list when it comes to presenting accurate and unbiased information. He presents statistics and policy information in an entertaining and easy-to-understand way. His annual presentations to the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh are attended by the largest number of members each year.”
Phil Kirk, Chief of Staff for Govs. Jim Holshouser and Jim Martin
Association for Corporate Growth, November 2023
“Thanks again, John! That was very informative and equally entertaining. Very much appreciated.”
Justin Kurkiewicz, Association for Corporate Growth, Director of Programming
Leadership North Carolina, LNC Class 32, November 2023
“Thanks again for another terrific presentation!”
Kelly Turner, Program Director, Leadership North Carolina
Kiwanis Club of Raleigh
“John Davis never disappoints an audience! His insights into politics are the result of 46 years of astute analysis and experiences across the country. His accuracy is unbelievable, and he always has at least one surprise to spring on the audience.”
Phil Kirk, Chief of Staff for Govs. Jim Holshouser and Jim Martin, June 2022.
North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association
“Your presentation was awesome, as usual … and very well received by the sheriffs. The information you provided will be very helpful to the sheriffs running for reelection.”
Eddie Caldwell, Executive VP & General Counsel, NC Sheriffs’ Association, November 2021
AUDIENCE COMMENTS:
“The statistics were fantastic.” “Great facts. Wish he could have spoken longer.” “Everything was excellent. Very helpful.” “The depth of information I was not aware of was most interesting. It helped me gain a broader knowledge of NC politics.” “Good information to know leading into campaign season.” “Very well presented.” “Extremely knowledgeable and useful breakdown of election trends.” “Outstanding presentation! Spot on!” “Very balanced and knowledgeable.” “Hearing a bipartisan report is refreshing and helpful.” “Entire presentation was excellent.” “Thought provoking.”
American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina
“John’s presentations are always insightful and on point. I appreciate his analysis of what transpired during an election and the reasons behind the result. Just as important are the predictions about what to expect the next few years as we move forward. John bases his comments on a thorough review of the information available in the media and usually always nails his predictions on outcomes.”
ACEC-NC Virtual Speech, April 22, 2021
Leadership North Carolina
“I thought John’s presentation was well thought out and thorough. Very informative and the 3 coffees works well as a memorable solution to the current lack of courteous discourse.”
“John Davis’ presentation was incredible and stated the obvious, having honest and open conversations. In our everyday lives, we encounter folks who are polar opposite from us. In order to move forward from where we are, we have to be open to listening to other points of view. “
“John Davis is a state treasure! He is consistently balanced, insightful, and entertaining.”
Audience Comments, Leadership NC, November 5, 2019
NC Association of Community College Trustees
“Chock-full of data, historical perspective, candor and wit, John Davis’ For Want of Acquaintance had our audience enthralled and left the thinking about politics, people and “acquaintances” in a whole new way. As always, John Davis is the best, one-stop source for bi-partisan information in the most comprehensive and most entertaining package/presentation for audiences of various levels of political acumen.”
Julie Woodson, President/CEO, NC Assn of Community College Trustees
Arts North Carolina
“John Davis took a treasure trove of political data, trends, and analysis and wove it into presentation that was not only timely, engaging, and useful, but was simply good theatre. Every person who attended our conference left wanting more.”
Nate McGaha, Executive Director, Arts NC, March 26, 2019
Carolinas Associated General Contractors
“John Davis is one of the best political speakers around. His sharp insights, anecdotes, wit and graphics are thought-provoking and entertaining. He also has the uncanny ability to cut to the chase for the big picture in the state, the nation and the world.”
Dave Simpson, President & CEO, Carolinas Associated Gen’l Contractors, January 26, 2019
2025 Speech Request
Speech Fee $2,500 plus travel
Testimonials
NC CCIM [Certified Commercial Investment Member] State Conference
Asheville, September 7, 2018
“Your presentation at the [September 7] 2018 NC CCIM State Conference in Asheville was captivating. As usual, you were able to bring perspective to the upcoming mid-year elections by providing everyone in the room something to think and talk about. Our membership spans a plethora of political viewpoints, and your presentation caters to everyone. Your ability to inform an audience without bias is striking and one of the reasons we continue to invite you back. Thank you for another great political overview for the commercial real estate industry.”
Beverly Keith, 2018 NC CCIM President
NAI Carolantic 33rd Annual Triangle Real Estate Conference
Raleigh, January 22, 2018
“We were fortunate to have John Davis as our guest speaker during our 33rd Annual Triangle Commercial Real Estate Conference held in Raleigh at the PNC Arena. Comments from many of our 1,600+ guests indicated they not only found John’s presentation very informative, but also thought-provoking.”
Steve Stroud, NAI Carolantic Chairman, January 22, 2018
North Carolina Sheriffs Association 2017 Fall Meeting
Blowing Rock, November 7, 2017
“You did a great job with your speech to the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association 2017 Fall Meeting in Blowing Rock. The sheriffs always appreciate the work that you put into our program. Many told me how much they enjoyed and benefited from your presentation. Again, thank you for the great job you did for us.”
Eddie Caldwell, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, NC Sheriffs’ Association
Sheriffs’ Association Speaker Evaluation Comments:
“Very informative, entertaining and appreciated!”
“John Davis is incisive in his analysis. He presented many critical political issues, which our office will need to consider in the upcoming election year.”
“John did a great job. Very good information.”
“Extremely informative and interesting!”
Leadership North Carolina, Class XXV Government Session
North Carolina Museum of Natural Science, November 8, 2017
“The ever-engaging John Davis brings wit, wisdom, and a world of expertise to every presentation. He makes each audience consider new perspectives, and he inspires thoughtful reflection no matter your political viewpoint.”
Kelly Turner, Program Director, Leadership North Carolina
Leadership North Carolina Speaker Evaluation Comments:
“Felt so fortunate to hear Mr. Davis’ take on the political climate – it was eye-opening, and perspective changing, even for someone who’s involved in this world day-in and day-out.”
“Great knowledge and did a wonderful job of not getting too ‘political’ while discussing ‘politics.'”
“Brilliant! His candor and competence were wonderful.”
“Superb. So much timely insight. He was awesome.”
North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Agricultural Leadership Development
Raleigh City Club, November 9, 2017
“Your presentation to the 2017-19 North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Agricultural Leadership Development Program was SUPERB!! We could not have been more pleased because your analysis of the national and North Carolina political scenes was a well-documented, unbiased presentation.”
W.K. (Bill) Collins, NC State University
NC Tobacco Trust Speaker Evaluation Comments:
“John Davis made me see things differently, and helped change some of my tightly held views about why things have happened in our politics and what needs to happen going forward. We need what he brings to our political dialogue – facts and insights.”
2025 Speech Request
Speech Fee $2,500 plus travel
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North Carolina Sheriffs Association Nov 8, 2021 Fall Meeting
“Your presentation was awesome, as usual … and very well received by the sheriffs. The information you provided will be very helpful to the sheriffs running for reelection.”
Eddie Caldwell, Executive VP & General Counsel, North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association
AUDIENCE COMMENTS 2021 Sheriffs’ Association Speech:
“The statistics were fantastic.” “Great facts. Wish he could have spoken longer.” “Everything was excellent. Very helpful.” “The depth of information I was not aware of was most interesting. It helped me gain a broader knowledge of NC politics.” “Good information to know leading into campaign season.” “Very well presented.” “Extremely knowledgeable and useful breakdown of election trends.” “Outstanding presentation! Spot on!” “Very balanced and knowledgeable.” “Hearing a bipartisan report is refreshing and helpful.” “Entire presentation was excellent.” “Thought provoking.”
Leadership North Carolina, Class XXV Government Session
“The ever-engaging John Davis brings wit, wisdom, and a world of expertise to every presentation. He makes each audience consider new perspectives, and he inspires thoughtful reflection no matter your political viewpoint.”
Kelly Turner, Program Director, Leadership North Carolina
North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Agricultural Leadership Development Program
“Your presentation to the 2017-19 North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Agricultural Leadership Development Program was SUPERB!! We could not have been more pleased because your analysis of the national and North Carolina political scenes was a well-documented, unbiased presentation.”
