Turn Customers into Raving Fans
About Jesse Cole
Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and the owner of the Banana Ball Championship League, including the world-famous Savannah Bananas as well as the Party Animals, Firefighters, Texas Tailgaters, Loco Beach Coconuts, and Indianapolis Clowns.
With the mantra “Fans First. Entertain Always”, the Bananas are on a mission to Make Baseball Fun by creating the Greatest Show in Sports.
The team has sold out every game since their inaugural season in Savannah and has since grown a ticket waitlist of millions of fans from all over the world.
With more than 35 million social media followers and features on such outlets as The Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, HBO Real Sports and 60 Minutes, in addition to Bananaland, a five-part documentary original series on ESPN+, the Savannah Bananas are just getting started.
Jesse is the proud inventor of the fastest and most entertaining game of baseball, Banana Ball. Banana Ball puts a fun twist on traditional baseball with new rules featuring a two-hour time limit, no walks, no bunting, no stepping out of the box, no mound visits and best of all, fans can catch a foul ball for an out.
He is the not-so-proud promoter of the Grandma Beauty Pageant, the Human Horse Race, the Living Pinata, and Flatulence Fun Night.
In addition to the wildly successful Banana Ball, Jesse continues to create raving fans all over the world as a best-selling author of ‘Fans First’ and ‘Find Your Yellow Tux’, and as a highly sought-after international keynote speaker for some of the world’s largest and most respected organizations.
Most of all, Jesse is a raving fan of his wife, Emily, his 3 kids, and peerless promoters like Walt Disney and PT Barnum.
About Jesse Cole
Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and the owner of the Banana Ball Championship League, including the world-famous Savannah Bananas as well as the Party Animals, Firefighters, Texas Tailgaters, Loco Beach Coconuts, and Indianapolis Clowns.
With the mantra “Fans First. Entertain Always”, the Bananas are on a mission to Make Baseball Fun by creating the Greatest Show in Sports.
The team has sold out every game since their inaugural season in Savannah and has since grown a ticket waitlist of millions of fans from all over the world.
With more than 35 million social media followers and features on such outlets as The Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, HBO Real Sports and 60 Minutes, in addition to Bananaland, a five-part documentary original series on ESPN+, the Savannah Bananas are just getting started.
Jesse is the proud inventor of the fastest and most entertaining game of baseball, Banana Ball. Banana Ball puts a fun twist on traditional baseball with new rules featuring a two-hour time limit, no walks, no bunting, no stepping out of the box, no mound visits and best of all, fans can catch a foul ball for an out.
He is the not-so-proud promoter of the Grandma Beauty Pageant, the Human Horse Race, the Living Pinata, and Flatulence Fun Night.
In addition to the wildly successful Banana Ball, Jesse continues to create raving fans all over the world as a best-selling author of ‘Fans First’ and ‘Find Your Yellow Tux’, and as a highly sought-after international keynote speaker for some of the world’s largest and most respected organizations.
Most of all, Jesse is a raving fan of his wife, Emily, his 3 kids, and peerless promoters like Walt Disney and PT Barnum.
Jesse in action
Jesse Cole Hype Video
Jesse Cole shares the story behind the rise of the Savannah Bananas and the bold mindset that fuels their success. From day one, it’s been about putting fans first, thinking differently, and doing the opposite of what’s expected. His message? Dream big, stand out, and never forget to have fun along the way.
Full Keynote from Mercedes Benz Stadium
Jesse Cole delivers high-energy presentations packed with purpose, inspiration, and actionable takeaways. He challenges audiences to think differently, do the unexpected, and always put people first. Through stories of the Savannah Bananas and the ‘Fans First’ movement, Jesse motivates teams and organizations to stand out, create unforgettable experiences, and lead with joy. He’s consistently one of the most highly rated speakers at any event he joins.
The Greatest Show in Sports
Nonstop fun. Unmatched energy. Jesse Cole’s team, the Savannah Bananas, are redefining what it means to play baseball. This video offers a high energy glimpse into how the team speeds up the game, keeps the entertainment flowing, and puts fans at the center of everything they do. It’s more than just sports, it’s a blueprint for how businesses can innovate, engage, and create experiences people will never forget.
Extraordinary Customer Service
Jesse Cole highlights the impact of extraordinary service that goes far and beyond the expected. It’s about creating small, thoughtful moments that leave a lasting impression. When businesses take the time to truly care, to surprise, and to make people feel seen and valued, they don’t just serve customers—they earn lifelong fans.
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