As an internationally-acclaimed talk show host, author, and motivational-speaker, Johnny Wimbrey's real-life rags-to-riches story inspires everyone from inner-city youth to corporate moguls and celebrities.

Johnny overcame poverty and the unforgiving street life of his youth to become one of the most inspirational speakers of our time. As the child of drug and alcohol-dependent parents, Johnny turned to the streets for love and support. This lead him into the violent world of drugs and gangs.

At 18, the murder of a close friend was the catalyst that dramatically altered the course of his life; turning a street-smart punk into a charismatic, motivational leader.

Despite his past, which offered more hardship than opportunity, Johnny embarked on a mission to take control of his future. Although his new course presented new challenges, Johnny stayed intensely focused on success. His determination resulted in a promising insurance career that provided the stability he had always wanted. More importantly, his career path was a product of his own ingenuity.

Johnny excelled in the insurance business, but he also realized that he had charisma and people liked listening to him. Once again, Johnny put himself to work building his career as a motivational speaker. Before long, Johnny launched his first seminars on discovering the psychology of success and the traits of a winning mind-set. Since then, Johnny has been empowering others with the self-taught methods that helped him achieve his goals. In just a few years, Johnny has shared his motivational message with audiences in London, Australia, Singapore, South Africa, Amsterdam, Israel and The Virgin Islands. This list continues to grow.

Johnny has proven to be a dynamic, multi-talented professional, writing a best-selling book, From the Hood to Doing Good, and co-authorong several volumes of Multiple Streams of Inspiration and Conversations on Success. Johnny also anchors Think and Win Big, a powerful DVD collection offering mental strategies and wisdom for success.

A native Texan, Johnny and his wife and life-long companion Crystal, are blessed with three children and reside in a suburb of Dallas, TX.