Minneapolis Keynote Speakers

Jeff Civillico

Las Vegas Headliner | Host Personality | Keynote Speaker | Philanthropist

Becoming an Everyday Influencer: Redefining Influence Beyond Likes, Comments, and Shares

In a world obsessed with titles, followers, and visibility, we have misunderstood where real influence lives.
In his high-energy, interactive keynote, Hall of Fame speaker and 3-time “Best of Las Vegas” headliner Jeff Civillico blends clean comedy and live performance with powerful storytelling and research-backed insights to challenge the way we think about impact.

Jeff invites the FIRST community to rethink influence, not as something measured by likes, comments, or shares, but as something already alive in our daily interactions.
Through the story of his own journey, from juggling in the kitchen at age ten to headlining in Las Vegas for 10 years, Jeff reveals a powerful truth: the moments that change lives are often the ones we underestimate most.

At the heart of this keynote experience is a simple but transformative shift in perspective. Influence is not built on metrics. It is built on proximity, consistency, and presence. It grows when we show up, notice others, and choose intention in everyday moments. Whether it is a quiet word of encouragement, a patient response, or the courage to speak up for someone else, these actions do not just matter. They compound.

Rather than offering abstract inspiration, Jeff equips audiences with a renewed awareness of their role in shaping culture, performance, and lives. Attendees will laugh, reflect, and walk away with a deeper sense of ownership over the ripples they create through example, mentorship, advocacy, service, and leadership.

This keynote is not about becoming more influential online. It is about recognizing the influence you already have and choosing to use it on purpose… delivered through an experience that is as entertaining as it is transformative.

Learn more at EverydayInfluencer.com. 

FIRST Community Keynote Speaker

Portia Cina selected as FIRST Community Keynote at the FIRST National Conference in Minneapolis!

Portia Cina is a longstanding advocate within the ichthyosis community. Diagnosed with ichthyosis en confetti at birth, she has been involved with FIRST since she was nine months old and has dedicated her life to promoting awareness, understanding and representation for individuals with rare skin conditions. Currently a student at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Portia continues to speak openly about her lived experiences and remains committed to fostering visibility, empowerment, and connection within the ichthyosis community.