Donn King

Donn is an associate professor of communication studies at Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, Tennessee, and a pastor in the United Methodist Church, as well as a speaker, writer, and communication coach.

He has spoken to audiences, churches, and radio audiences across the United States and written numerous newspaper, magazine, and blog articles. He authored The Right-brained Guide to Parliamentary Procedure: A Path Through the Forest and co-authored Responsibly Spoken, a textbook on public speaking.

Donn's latest book is The Way of the Three-Year-Old Why, the first book in the Sparklight Chronicles.

Of that book, Bob Burg, co-author of the international bestseller, The Go-Giver,has said, “Timeless wisdom on many levels, wrapped within an absolutely beautifully-told story! The insights you’ll gain through this wonderful read will be exceeded only by the total joy you will experience while reading it. If I may suggest, purchase a copy for everyone you love. They will benefit greatly, as well as thank you profusely.”

Donn is a proud member of The Go-Giver Community and The Go-Giver Success Alliance with Bob Burg and Kathy Tagenel. He has been a guest on podcasts and shows such as Write Your Book in a Flash hosted by Dan Janal, Business Inspiration hosted by Dana Morgan Barnes, The Be Better Broadcast hosted by Brandon Eastman, and The Nashville Association of Sales Professionals hosted by Terry Lancaster. He also has achieved the level of Distinguished Toastmaster as a long-time member of Toastmaster Clubs.

For over 40 years, Donn has taught college students and business leaders the skills of effective communication. In recent years he has guided dozens of professional speakers, teachers, and presenters in the effective use of Zoom for engaging communication. He is the winner of the Excellence Award and the Innovation Award, both from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development.

He has earned a B.A. in communications from Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, Tennessee, and an M.S. in communications from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Donn is married to Janet. Together they have five children, four of whom survive, three of whom are grown and independent, and one of whom is… complicated. Donn and Janet live on the quiet side of the Great Smoky Mountains, where Donn teaches and writes, and Janet makes amazing creations from yarn, and where they enjoy the best coffee in Tennessee.