Thompson, Jake: - Jake Thompson is a popular keynote speaker and entrepreneur whose passion for helping leaders develop grit and influence provides the foundation for his organization Compete Every Day. Starting from humble beginnings selling t-shirts from the trunk of his car in 2011, Jake built the brand into a global influence through the power of sweat, hard work, and quality relationships. He now teaches companies how to use the same championship focus and competitive mindset to elevate their performance at work and in life. His belief that success is a matter of our choices and competitive focus was rooted in his years of entrepreneurial success, research, and consulting work with organizations all over the country. He currently resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and two dogs.