Kirt Jacobs is considered a “multimedia multihyphenate” because he created, hosted, and continues to produce MoxieTalk.
This multimedia platform gives an intimate look into today’s most inspiring individuals’ courage, character, and defining moments!
In 2005, Kirt Jacobs conceived an interview talk show to showcase the vision and influence of local leaders and launched Leadership Landscape in partnership with MetroTV.
This unique multimedia forum has featured over 435+ guests, including leaders from politics, business, sports, entertainment, art, community activism, and philanthropy.
Today, MoxieTalk is a multimedia platform that continues this unique and intimate format nationally.
Not to mention, MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs has been on location for such outdoor events as:
- THE KENTUCKY DERBY
- IDEAFESTIVAL
- BOURBON AND BEYOND
- HOMETOWN RISING
- LOUDER THAN LIFE
- RAILBIRD MUSIC FESTIVAL
- TRIFESTA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Kirt previously served as an Associate Director of Development for the Sigma Chi Foundation. Based in Louisville, he oversaw the states of Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Virginia.
Kirt has extensive experience in both the private and public sectors. He has over 25+ years of experience in the real estate industry and has closed over $20 million in transactions during his career.
Kirt also served as an economic development officer for the Louisville Metro Government from 2003 to 2011, working on many local economic development projects.
Kirt has received numerous awards, including the Young Professional Association of Louisville’s Most Valuable Young Professional, Business First’s 40 Under 40, Leadership Louisville, and Bingham Fellows.
He was also named a Louisville Connector.
Kirt received his BS in Finance and minor in theater from the University of Kentucky in 1994. In 2002, he received a certificate in business and management of entertainment with a specialization in marketing and distribution of feature films from UCLA Extension.
Kirt supports various community organizations, including the American Red Cross, Metro United Way, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, the Sigma Chi Foundation, Louisville Downtown Rotary Chapter, and The Olmsted Parks Conservatory.