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Jason Marotzke and Joyce Marter

Joyce Marter, LCPC, CSP and Jason Marotzke, M.Ed. Join Forces

Jason Marotzke, M.Ed. and Joyce Marter, LCPC, CSP are husband and wife and met lobbying on Capitol Hill with hundreds of counseling leaders from across the country through the American Counseling Association — encouraging our representatives to support bills for mental health, school counseling, and more services for children, the poor, elderly and Veterans, as they have both done for years.

Jason and Joyce are a mission-driven power couple who work together and share a passion for education, advocacy and providing practical tools to help people heal, recover, thrive and prosper together.

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USING IMPROV, POWERFUL DISCUSSION, & COMEDY FOR HIGH AUDIENCE INTERACTION

A Gifted, Talented, & Interactive Speaker: Jason Marotzke, M.Ed.

Jason Marotzke is a seasoned presenter for children, teens and adults on a variety of topics related to communication, leadership, and wellness. Jason uses humor, language, and examples that are appropriate for this age group, which increases audience engagement and results.  He is highly skilled at facilitating discussion and promoting psychological safety for important discussions and learning to take place, especially around topics that are often sensitive or charged. Jason incorporates engaging activities and exercises that facilitate team interaction and powerful learning experiences into each of his presentations. 

A consultant and affiliate faculty member at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Jason teaches ethics and clinically supervises master’s-level therapists-in-training. He has served as an adjunct professor for more than five masters in counseling programs over the past ten years teaching a wide variety of coursework.

A strong advocate for equity and inclusion, Jason is a Nationally Certified Human Rights Campaign l Facilitator and a member of White Men for Racial Justice.

Jason earned his Bachelor of Science at Minnesota State University at Moorhead, Master of Education from North Dakota State University, and began his Doctor of Philosophy at Capella University. He is a member of the American Counseling Association.

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Jason’s professional board leadership service includes being elected as the:

  • Governing Council Representative of the Midwest Region of the American Counseling Association (2-year term)
  • Chair of the Midwest Region of the American Counseling Association (3-year term)
    • President of North Dakota Counseling Association (3-year term)
    • President North Dakota School Counselor Association (3-year term)
  • Midwest Summit Coordinator for School Counselor Leadership
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Signature Keynote Presentations

Psychological safety is the #1 predictor of high-performing teams, yet it remains one of the most overlooked. In this timely and interactive session, Jason Marotzke, M.Ed. unpacks the power of creating environments where employees feel safe to speak up, take risks, and ask for help without fear of shame or retaliation. Participants will gain practical tools to foster trust, open communication, and meaningful collaboration across teams.

Key Takeaways:

  • Define and identify psychological safety in real-world settings
  • Learn how to spot and remove common workplace barriers to trust
  • Explore strategies to build a culture where people feel valued, heard, and empowered

Psychological safety isn’t optional—it’s essential to team success.

Workplace loneliness is a silent crisis that impacts mental health, engagement, and retention. In this compassionate and energizing session, Jason explores the root causes of disconnection—especially in remote and hybrid environments—and shares practical ways to rebuild connection and community. Participants will leave feeling inspired and equipped to create deeper belonging within their teams and organizations.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand the health and performance impacts of loneliness
  • Discover connection-based leadership techniques
  • Learn strategies to rebuild belonging in modern workplaces

Combat isolation and ignite meaningful connection—because belonging drives well-being and results.

Remote and hybrid work has fractured communication and collaboration. In this lively, interactive session, Jason uses the principles of improv to help participants sharpen their listening, creativity, and trust-building skills—all essential ingredients for cohesive, resilient teams. This session is filled with laughter, learning, and takeaways you can use immediately.

Key Takeaways:

  • Build connection and communication through play
  • Learn tools to improve active listening and collaboration
  • Walk away with team exercises that boost morale and cohesion

Play your way to stronger teams—and enjoy the process.

Mental health is health—and it’s time we talk about it. This empowering and stigma-reducing session offers essential education on common mental health challenges and provides easy-to-use tools for emotional wellness. Jason creates a safe, relatable space for participants to reflect, connect, and step into conversations with compassion and confidence.

Key Takeaways:

  • Recognize signs of common mental health conditions
  • Learn how to talk about mental health with empathy and clarity
  • Get resources to support your well-being and those around you

Normalize mental health and unlock your power to support yourself and others.

Every employee deserves a safe, respectful work environment. In this essential session, Jason provides clear, actionable steps to identify, prevent, and respond to bullying and harassment. Participants will engage in real-life scenarios and leave with tools to speak up and support a culture of dignity and accountability.

Key Takeaways:

  • Identify harmful behaviors and their impact on individuals and teams
  • Learn practical intervention and bystander strategies
  • Cultivate a respectful and responsive workplace culture

Empower your team to take a stand—for respect, safety, and one another.

Every brain works differently—and that’s a strength. This eye-opening and inclusive session helps participants understand and appreciate neurodivergent colleagues (including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and more). Through relatable stories and practical tools, Jason equips teams to foster respectful, productive collaboration across diverse thinking styles.

Key Takeaways:

  • Increase awareness and understanding of neurodivergence
  • Learn tools for inclusive communication and collaboration
  • Create a supportive environment that celebrates diverse talents

Neurodiversity is not a challenge to manage—it’s a strength to harness.

Thriving workplaces start with human connection. In this inspiring session, Jason teaches how to elevate communication, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety to improve trust, teamwork, and culture. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to lead and live with greater clarity, compassion, and purpose.

Key Takeaways:

  • Build self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness
  • Practice emotional regulation, feedback skills, and empathy
  • Strengthen culture through authentic, human-centered leadership

Healthy culture starts with emotionally intelligent people—and grows from there.

Presentation Formats Include:

Keynote Address

Breakout Session

Corporate Training

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School Presentation

Workshop

Fundraiser Talk

Executive Retreat

Webinar

University Talk

Panel Discussion

Continuing Education

(CEs available)

General Speaker Topics:

Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Mental Health

Burnout

Psychological Safety

Healthy Workplace Culture

Work-Life Harmony

Parenting

Intersectionality

Emotional Intelligence

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Resilience

Leadership

LGBTQIA+ Awareness

Motivational

Contact Jason Today for Your Next Speaking Event

You can inquire about Jason’s speaking services through the form below.

General Information

  • All presentations can be conducted virtually or in person.
  • Presentations can be altered to fit the specific needs of your audience, including combining 2-3 presentations or creating a unique presentation upon request.  Presentation lengths are flexible and can be adapted from one hour to a full day of training, depending on your needs.
  • All presentations include a customized, dedicated landing page with downloadable copies of the slides, handouts, articles, and resources so attendees leave with a toolbox of new knowledge and skills.
  • Hybrid presentations and recordings of presentations are welcome.
  • Virtual presentations use features such as polls, chat, breakout rooms, and Q&A to increase engagement and interaction.
  • Joyce Marter Enterprises, Inc., the employer of Jason, is a registered entity with Sam.gov: Unique Entity ID: SAGEB5C2LD83 CAGE Code: 9FQF8.
  • All presentations can also be geared towards behavioral health professionals, including learning objectives (NBCC CEs may be available).
  • Additional CE presentations for behavioral health audiences available upon request. Additional presentation topics, formats and categories offered through Joyce Marter Enterprises, Inc. by Joyce Marter.

Pricing

  • Pricing depends on multiple factors including whether your organization is for-profit or non-profit. In-person presentations include a speaker fee plus hotel and travel expenses. Virtual presentations are more cost-effective.
  • Discounted packages are available for multiple presentations. For example, many companies book a keynote presentation for their annual conference and 2-3 additional webinar presentations throughout the year. Presentations by Joyce Marter may also be included in these packages.
  • Speaker fees may be adjusted when Jason’s wife Joyce Marter’s award-winning book, The Financial Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life, is purchased for attendees (hardcover or Kindle).

OVER 20+ YEARS’ OF SPEAKING & TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Jason Marotzke, M.Ed. Keynote Speaker

Providing 25+ breakout sessions for state and regional counseling conferences on a very wide range of topics from Tech Tools in Counseling to the HRC’s Welcoming Schools programming for inclusivity in schools, Jason Marotzke has given two keynotes and a 1/2 day workshop for state counseling conferences including his popular presentation on “The Use of Improv” in counseling, which is very fun and interactive. For corporate and counseling audiences, he’s provided extensive training on intersectionality, LGBTQIA+ awareness, and how to talk about race and culture in counseling and in the workplace. 

Jason’s been trained by the Human Rights Campaign and has been an educator all his career, a school counselor for 15 years and an adjunct professor for 15 years as well. 

Jason’s presentation strengths are that he is engaging, humorous, and highly skilled at facilitating discussion and interaction. He’s really great at promoting psychological safety for important discussions and learning to take place, especially around topics that are often sensitive or charged. 

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Jason Marotzke and Joyce Marter at the National Speakers Association.

Professional Memberships

  • American Counseling Association, (2004-Present)
  • Illinois Counselor Association, (2006-Present)

Awards and Recognition

  • 2017 – Glen Dolan Award for Counseling Leadership and the Expansion of Counseling Throughout the State of North Dakota
  • 2003 – Fulbright Memorial Fund Recipient-Guest of the Japanese government for 3 weeks learning about the educational system and culture of Japan

Certifications

  • ASCA Legal and Ethical Specialist for the American School Counseling Association
  • Certified Facilitator for HRC Welcoming School

Professional Board Leadership Service

  1. American Counseling Association Midwest Region –Governing Council Representative (July 2019 – July 2022)
  2. American Counseling Association Midwest Region – Chair-Elect, Chair, and Past Chair (July 2014 – June 2017)
  3. North Dakota Counseling Association Board – Executive Board (July 2013 – June 2017)
  4. North Dakota School Counselor Association Board –Director (July 2008 – July 2009), Executive Board (July 2009 – July 2013)
  5. Midwest Summit for School Counseling Leadership – Coordinator/Facilitator (2013-2015)
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A dynamic Duo – Joyce Marter and Jason Marotzke

A Bigger Bang for Your Buck!

Book a Dynamic Duo for Your Next Event!

Jason Marotzke and Joyce Marter work as a couple and offer discounts on packages of presentations and travel together which brings down costs. They are also available to attend receptions, dinners, and parties during your event to elevate the experience for your attendees! Jason is also a professional photographer and videographer who can capture your events.

General Presentation Information:

  • All presentations can be conducted virtually or in person.
  • Presentations can be altered to fit the specific needs of your audience, including combining 2-3 presentations. 
  • Presentations are flexible and can be adapted from one hour to six hours, depending on your needs.
  • All presentations include a unique, dedicated landing page with downloadable copies of the slides, handouts, articles, and resources so attendees leave with a toolbox of new knowledge and skills. 
  • Hybrid presentations and recordings are welcome. 

 

Sample Speaking Organizations

Jason Marotzke’s Testimonials

Jason is an outstanding advocate for clinicians. I attended his breakout sessions at counseling conferences. I’ve experienced how engaging, passionate and poignant he can be on mental health issues. However, he brings humor and honesty to his presentation style. Jason’s expertise spans many different topics. His Improv training really aids his interaction with his attendees, as well. The 15 years spent as a school counselor and adjunct professor also helps Jason drive home any difficult topic in a straightforward manner. Strongly recommend!

Jennifer Froemel, LCPC

CEO/Founder Innovative Counseling Partners, LLC

Jason is an outstanding educator and presenter. Having attended his breakout sessions and keynotes at counseling conferences, I’ve witnessed his engaging and humorous style. From Tech Tools to HRC’s Welcoming Schools, Jason’s expertise spans diverse topics. His unique approach, like the interactive “The Use of Improv in Counseling,” makes learning enjoyable. Trained by the Human Rights Campaign, Jason excels in corporate and counseling trainings on intersectionality, LGBTQIA+ awareness, and discussions on race and culture. With 15 years as a school counselor and adjunct professor, he brings invaluable experience to education. Highly recommend!

Amy Mooney PhD

Ames & Des Moines Therapy & Consulting CEO | Chair Midwest Region American Counseling Association | Iowa Commissioner Counseling Compact | Speaker | Professor

“The trainings Jason conducted were awesome! I enjoyed sitting in on them. I definitely felt they were very informative and age-appropriate. We did get a lot of engagement from the group which is always a good sign! Thank you! I look forward to working with you again in the near future.”

(After providing an anti-harassment training for 18-27 year-old employees work in Parks & Recreation).

Mary Dankwa

Human Resources Division Manager, City of Evanston

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