Motivational Speaker | Life Coach | 10x Author | Philanthropist | Cartoonist | Business Consultant | U.S. Army Combat Veteran
JayR McIntyre is more than a motivational speaker—he is a U.S. Army combat veteran, Bronze Star recipient, 10x author, philanthropist, cartoonist, certified life coach, and business consultant whose story embodies resilience, transformation, leadership, and purpose.
After serving 14 years in the United States Army and completing three combat tours, JayR transformed the lessons he learned on the battlefield into a mission to empower people from all walks of life. Today, he brings those experiences from the battlefield to the boardroom, challenging audiences to confront adversity, take ownership of their stories, and turn their most difficult experiences into fuel for their future.
Education has also been a major part of JayR’s transformation. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Medicine and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Keiser University and is currently a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) candidate. His professional credentials also include the internationally recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and a Business Consulting Certification, strengthening his expertise in leadership, organizational strategy, project execution, entrepreneurship, and business development.
As a 10x author, JayR uses the written word to extend his impact beyond the stage. As a cartoonist and creator, he is expanding his motivational work into innovative storytelling designed to reach younger generations. As a philanthropist, his commitment extends beyond inspiration—he is dedicated to creating opportunities, giving back to communities, supporting veterans and youth, and helping people recognize the greatness that can exist on the other side of adversity.
JayR’s message is raw, authentic, relatable, and action-driven. He doesn’t simply tell audiences to become motivated—he challenges them to ACTIV8 their potential, take responsibility for their next chapter, and lead their lives with intention.
From the battlefield to business, from adversity to academia, and from surviving difficult chapters to helping others rewrite theirs, JayR McIntyre represents what is possible when resilience meets purpose.
MOTIV8 • ACTIV8 • ELEV8
“Get in front of your ugly so you can ACTIV8 your gift.”
— Dr. JayR McIntyre, DBA(c), MBA, PMP
Aka Tha Hood Motiv8tor