"Believe in the power of a dream that no one sees but you. Go for it with all you have!!"

Innovative. Entertaining. Inspiring. Contagious. These are just a few words that describe television talk show host and entrepreneur Conn Jackson. As the award-winning creator, host, and executive producer of "The Conn Jackson Show", Jackson’s goal is to truly connect his audience with the people, places, and events influencing their lives and shaping the world.

Conn Jackson began his broadcast journey following the world-shattering events of Sept. 11, 2001. Influenced greatly by the stories of everyday heroes that emerged from the tragedy, Jackson sought to inspire others by sharing such stories. He believed that television audiences needed a "feel good TV show" and knew that he could provide a provocative and interactive entertainment option. Today, The Conn Jackson Show airs in more than 15 million cable homes across America each week. In every episode, Jackson draws upon his talents and experiences to shine a spotlight on remarkable people making a difference in the world everyday.

Jackson was born in Redondo Beach & raised in California and Florida before attending college at Cornell University where he received his bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts Studies. He later earned his MBA at Harvard University, where he also served as president of the Harvard President’s Council.

A performer since the age of five, Jackson’s career naturally led to work with the Disney Company where he spent 17 years as a business development executive. During this time Jackson also dabbled in acting and comedy, hosting an improv comedy program called “Jackson Show”. He later moved to New York City to continue his business career with Raymond James before happenstance, inspiration and the call of the airwaves drew him back to his entertainment and television roots.

Jackson left his thriving Manhattan banking career in 2001 to pursue his newfound broadcast goals in Atlanta. By 2002, Jackson launched his first talk-show, “Café Central”, on the local Comcast Cable system. Three years later, the program was retooled and re-launched as “The Conn Jackson Show”.

A longtime advocate of women’s issues, Jackson serves as a member of the Women’s Leadership Exchange Board (www.womensleadershipexchange.com). He also volunteers much of his time working with young people, encouraging them to pursue and live their dreams.

Email Conn at Conn@ConnTV.com