"Movie stars, Hall of Fame athletes, and former presidents of The United States call his cell phone daily. They declare him to be the most influential person they’ve ever met. Truly, there is no one else in the world with the experience, understanding of results, and real-life stories who is willing to share it all with your organization. Joe Lake is in A Category of One."

Andy Andrews — New York Times bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift and The Noticer

“Joe Lake is a living icon, a treasure to this society. He pioneered the use of athletes in charitable causes with the cutting edge Children's Miracle Network which benefited children's hospitals across the country. He is a gifted producer of live and filmed events and programming. He has a wealth of hilarious anecdotes from the world of sports and entertainment and is an entertaining raconteur. Every time I am with him, I learn some new insight and helpful tip for success in business. He will inspire and entertain any audience.”

Leigh Steinberg – American sports agent. During his 41-year career, Steinberg has represented over 300 professional athletes in football, baseball, basketball, boxing, and Olympic sports.

“As someone who speaks around the world, I have never met someone who exudes Gratitude, and Empathy, and truly empowers others as Joe Lake does. I am blessed to call him a friend, mentor, and colleague.”

David Meltzer – Forbes and Entrepreneur’s Top Keynote Speaker, Two times Best Selling author and Top 100 Business Coach in the World

“Joe’s attention to detail, ability to communicate effectively and desire to assist in any way possible is his DNA. Joe’s success in dealing with corporate America is impressive, and is clearly visible with everything he has touched. He takes pride in all he does and constantly inspires others. He’s a mentor and teacher to many, and for those who can call him a friend, we are the winners!”

Eric Hada – Senior Manager, Disneyland® Resort Hotels

“I have found Joe to have an uncanny ability to connect with a very broad range of individuals in a very personable way where he has always been able to develop creative win/win solutions for all parties concerned. That talent, coupled with Joe’s selfless devotion to advancing the cause of improving the lives of children, puts him high on my list of candidates for the Philanthropic Hall of Fame.”

Steve Weisz – President and CEO of Marriott Vacations Worldwide

“Whether the Board Room, the Conference Room, the office or on stage sharing his vast knowledge and insights Joe delivers solutions that lead to success.”

Bill Considine – President and CEO Akron Children’s Hospital and former Chairman of the Board of CMNH.

“I have known Joe Lake over 25 years! We have been involved in numerous business transactions, social events and charity development. His ability as a creative innovative speaker were displayed on many occasions His public speaking abilities are logical, focused, entertaining, humorous and objectively oriented. I endorse him as a speaker with confidence & without reservation!”

Paul V. Carlucci – Paul V. Carlucci was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of News America Marketing, a subsidiary of News Corporation (NASDAQ: NWSA) and the single-source provider of consumer advertising and promotional services from October 1997 until his retirement in June 2014. He also served as publisher of the New York Post from September 2005 to September 2012 and was a member of the Executive Committee of News Corporation from October 1996 until his retirement in June 2014. He continued to consult to News Corporation until June 2017.

“I have known Joe Lake more than half my life and worked with him for seventeen years. Not only is he a master at building relationships professionally and corporately, he builds bonds that last a lifetime… which, in my family, has earned him the title of Uncle Joe. His passion for those in need is unsurpassed. For Joe Lake, the world is his family. And he never stops!”

Jayne Kennedy – First female sportscaster on network television, American television personality, actress, model, corporate spokeswoman, producer, writer, public speaker, philanthropist, beauty pageant titleholder voted most beautiful African American Woman in the World by Ebony Magazine.

“Whether in the Board Room, the Conference Room, the office or on stage sharing his vast knowledge and insights Joe delivers the solutions that lead to success. There is literally no one better at getting support for the right cause and sustaining that ongoing support than Joe Lake.”

Steven Perry – Mr. Perry has 25 years of executive management experience in both for-profit and not-for-profit healthcare and computer software organizations.

“Joe is like an expert marksman, whatever he puts his eye on, that bullet of focus hits the bulls eye, with surgical precision every time, guaranteed. I’ve known him for years and have fondly nick named him Mr. Fantas-Phenomenal.”

Dame Lillian Walker – Producer/Host/Business Consultant

"Joe Lake was instrumental in forming Children’s Miracle Network in the early 1980’s for Children’s Hospitals. He and Mike Shannon brought it all together and grew the Children’s Miracle Network to the great charity it is today. One of the most important parts in their success was the integrity and honesty of how the money was raised and that 100% all went to the local Children’s Hospitals. I had the opportunity of working with Joe through our Baylor Scott & White Children’s Hospital here in Central Texas. At McLane Company, the Children’s Miracle Network became our major philanthropy focus."

Drayton McLane – Chairman The McLane Group, former Vice-Chairman, Walmart, former owner of the Houston Astros, Former Chairman, Board of Governors, CMNH.

“In the more than 3 decades that I have known Joe Lake, I can say Joe is one of the most inspirational and incredible people I have ever known.”

Warren Moon – Hall of Fame Quarterback, Founder Crescent Moon Foundation, President and Founder of Sports 1 Marketing

“Based on my 35 year relationship with Joe, I can truly say he has a unique talent to inspire people and recruit team members to whatever his mission is at the time. If I was in a foxhole, I’d want Joe there with me.”

Brett Hutchens – Chief Executive Officer, President and Partner of Casto Lifestyle Properties, Member of Board of Governors of Children’s Miracle Network

“This selfless individual throughout his career has been the go to guy when it comes to establishing the right relationship, growing the relationship, and making lifelong friends.”

David Nivin Jr. – Former Chairman of RADD (Recording Artists, Actors and Athletes against Drunk Driving), Founder and Chairman of See a Child/Save a Child Foundation

"The only thing bigger than Joe Lake's track record of success in the not-for-profit world is his uncanny ability to become everyone's best friend and advisor. To know Joe...is to love Joe!"

Jerrid Douglas – Jerrid Douglas is a Founding Partner in 2020cg, a global business development, strategic advisory and management consulting firm. For over 14 years, he has led experienced teams advising wealthy individuals, families and institutions regarding financial matters. He is a certified Health Governance Leader though the National Association of Community Health Centers and is a certified mentor.

“His insightful perspective on life and business is invaluable. He has led a team that has raised $6,000,000,000.00. He is a humorous, yet strong to the point motivational speaker.”

Joseph Carbone – Founder and President of Eye Care 4 Kids

“Joe Lake is as good a person as there is.  He is an inspiration and a mentor to everyone.  He makes a difference in the lives of those he comes in contact with.”

M. Scott Carter – Executive Vice President Sports 1 Marketing, Off Topic Sports Podcast

“You are a truly wonderful person and I am blessed to have you as a friend and associate. You have brought a lot of happiness and joy to my life. You are a true miracle worker.”

Mary Lou Retton – Mary Lou Retton – Scored a perfect 10 twice at the 1984 Olympics. First American woman to win a Gold Medal in gymnastics, USOC Olympic Hall of Fame (youngest inductee) and Sports Illustrated Sports Woman of the Year. To this day the only American ever to win the Olympic All Around Title.

“I honor you for being a dedicated and committed man of integrity who has been an example to all of us.” (Since Wal-Mart joined CMNH they have raised $1 Billion for the hospitals locally.)

Don Soderquist – Senior Vice Chairman of Walmart (deceased)

“Joe Lake, the Grandfather of Cause Related Marketing and many kids, should be cloned. His vision, creativity, loyalty are like none I've ever seen. He's been a mentor for me for over 30 years, I just didn't tell him.”:)

Bill Overton – Actor, Author, Producer

“Joe Lake has been a good friend for more than half of my life now. The only thing that matches his love for what he does is his love for the people he surrounds himself with. There are many of us who will bend over backwards to do something for Joe because he's just that way with us.”

Malcom-Jamal Warner – Star of stage, screen and TV, Musician, Grammy Award Winner, Humanitarian

“Joe and I have been friends for over 25 years and I can't thank him enough for his direct involvement in the success of my career after pro basketball. Joe's knowledge in philanthropy, entertainment and business has been a vital asset to my achievements in those areas. Joe's lifetime of experience is an invaluable resource to anyone and everyone.”

Thurl Bailey – NBA from 1983 to 1999, broadcast analyst for the Utah Jazz, film actor, singer, songwriter, inspirational speaker.

“Dear Joe, Please extend my personal congratulations to EVERYONE involved with our charity. Twenty years of caring and dedicated service to our Nation's Children. Wow 20 years...You signed me up for 1 year and here I am still involved. You would have made one hellava used-car salesman."

Bob Hope – Former Celebrity Chairman Children’s Miracle Network (deceased)

“When it comes to Joe I have always been amazed at the strength of his relationships with major celebrities and their willingness to show their support for Joe and good causes.”

Michael Gursey – John Schneider Manager and former Network Executive, Sole recipient of the Life Time Achievement Award with the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

“I am proud and honored to be Joe Lake’s Co-Founder of CMN Hospitals. He is a brother to me and will be forever.”

John Schneider – Actor on Stage, Screen and Television, Recording Artist, Grammy Award Winner and Humanitarian.

“Joe Lake is the most TALENTED, HONEST, ETHICAL; professional I have ever worked with. He enriched my life in many ways.”

Mick Shannon – Founder Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

“I have known Joe Lake for over 40 years. In 1982, we founded Children’s Miracle Network Telethon (later changed to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals), along with our good friends John Schneider and Mick Shannon. Since that time, CMNH have raised $6.5 BILLION for 170 Children’s Hospitals throughout North America and is planning on raising a billion dollars a year by 2025. Although now retired from CMNH, Joe remains busy, continues to be a great motivator and has a heart bigger than anyone I’ve ever known. I love him dearly.”

Marie Osmond – Entertainer, Broadway Star, Business Woman/Entrepreneur, Grammy Award winning recording artist, Humanitarian, and star of the #1 show in Las Vegas with her brother Donny.

“I had the honor of serving as Executive Assistant to Joseph G. Lake in California. I saw how Joe worked with clients and taught them to grow their events through new ideas. The event in LA where I met Joe, they had raised about $400,000 per year and were not getting new or larger supporters. The event Joe produced brought in over $1,000,000.”

Jessica Hakim

“I have had the pleasure of honoring Mr. Lake with the "Angel Award" for his continuous work helping others and making a strong impact globally. Joe is a highly professional and accomplished speaker , who is always willing to share his decades of knowledge. You have made such an impact on my life and many others . I'm so blessed to know you.”

Veniece Newton – Founder/CEO ENGAGEathon, President and CEO of The Angel Foundation, Philadelphia, PA.