Jeff Ponders II is a soul-stirring saxophonist, performing regularly across the Midwest. His resume includes national tours and performances with heavyweights from jazz, soul, and gospel including James Carter, Robert Glasper, Mike Phillips, Keyshia Cole, Eric Roberson, Les Nubians, John Legend, BeBe Winans, and more.

In addition to his work as a musician, Jeff regularly lends his expertise as an entrepreneur and marketing executive to companies ranging from Fortune 50 corporations to startups.

Jeff pulls from his experiences as a professional jazz musician and entrepreneur to spark organizations as an engaging keynote speaker. He leverages secrets from jazz to empower audiences to unlock their peak performance through improvisation and purposeful prepapration.

A native Detroiter and graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Jeff resides in the Detroit area with his wife and children.