JJK Resume

"Extraordinary vision!"
JJK is a man who lives his dreams...
and inspires others to do the same!

"My three favorite things to do are writing, creating and helping others any way I can. It is not only important to give back to life - all life: children, humanity, the environment and above all, God - but it is fun and rewarding. When I can incorporate all three of my passions into one, then it's a win-win-win!"
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JJK Intellectual Properties
The Royal Critters™
Whale Magic™

The Prince and Princess of Whales™
Digitally animated characters for TV, Films, Books, Plush Toys, and other merchandise

JJK Trademark Brand Logo

For Licensing Ventures to include elegant fragrances; Imperial Parfum & Charisma Pour Homme, quality apparel, fine accessories, houseware, luggage, etc.

JJK Charisma Pour Homme
Cologne for Men 2005

"As a teenager I was overweight, but always aspired to be a model. After I lost 60 lbs on my own initiative in college, years later I was 'discovered' as a model at the Polo Shop on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills by a fashion editor! I am sharing this with you, not to boast, but to prove that vision, desire and hard work will make dreams come true!"
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Quake-Quake!

The Creative Evolution of JJK's
Richter Duck(TM)

A public service intellectual property for earthquake safety and awareness!

"In 1984 I was in my first earthquake - in San Francisco. When I saw all the people on the street react so fearfully, I felt like we were all ducks out of water. That night I invented Richter Duck(TM)-an earthquake safety cartoon and life-sized character who says "Quake-Quake!" and "Duck & Cover!", etc. I took my idea to the Governor of California and San Francisco Mayor, Dianne Feinstein, only to learn that California did not have an official earthquake preparedness school program for the children. I was shocked by this! I was also shocked to find out they did not have any money (likely story) to support such a campaign. But that did not stop me! I created the entire program on my own (life-sized-costume, coloring books, stickers, song and dance, safetry broschues, etc.) and found private sponsors and donors to support it."

"Richter Duck's Operation Quake-Quake became the first official program of its kind for California, and beyond, and has impacted the lives of millions of children and adults. I also became a pubic spokesman and expert on earthquakes, earthquake safety and preparedness and acted as Executive Director until 1989."

"The moral of this story: I saw an important need for children and their safety and created a far-reaching, comprehensive and fun campaign to help them before, during and after an earthquake--in spite of the lack of support from the government! In time, I did receive some of their support....Therefore, I encourage each of you to strive your very best to achieve your desired goals and dreams. And don't let anyone stand in your way or tell you otherwise!"

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JJK Resumé

JOHN JOSEPH KENNEDY won the prestigious honor of being invited to Harvard University's creative writing program his junior year in college, based on his first short story, Chad Jarman is Forty Today. Mr. Kennedy went on to work as a journalist for The Daily Law Journal/Journal Record (currently owned by the New York Times) and freelanced for Beverly Hills People.

Mr. Kennedy has been an entrepreneur since he was seven-years old! He has been involved in entrepreneurial, creative and public service endeavors throughout his esteemed career. He was the Creator, Designer and President of Façade of New York, Ltd., a fashion parody on Ralph Lauren's popular polo logo. His timely and clever parody/logo, labeled Façade, combined with his innovative advertising campaign, was directly responsible for the manufacturing and distribution of the Façade shirt label to more than 250 upscale boutiques throughout the United States.

In 1984, Mr. Kennedy created Richter Duck, a fun and educational cartoon character and earthquake preparedness program entitled "Richter Duck's Operation Quake-Quake". The objective of the project is to promote earthquake awareness and safety for children in a fun and non-threatening way. He served as the public service spokesman and Executive Director of the Richter Duck Earthquake Safety Program based California until 1989.

He was responsible for all creative aspects of the project including writing and designing the Richter Duck coloring books, instructional brochures, T-Shirts, stickers, safety kits and life-sized costume. Sponsors and patrons of the Richter Duck program included the Kennedy’s of Charleston Benevolent Trust, San Francisco Unified School District, the Honorable Cyril Magnin; Chief of Protocol for San Francisco, Mrs. Frank Sinatra, the NFL, and other private and public foundations. Richter Duck's life-saving messages have reached millions of children and adults!

Mr. Kennedy also worked part-time as a high-profile print and runway fashion model for such prestigious accounts as Gentleman's Quarterly (GQ), Ralph Lauren/Polo, Armani, Oxxford Suits, Ungaro, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Fun Ed (Cover), "Oh That Smile!" Dentistry ad campaign, Bridal Fair, Roses Dept. Store, Foley's and many others. He was named "The Face" by Document Magazine.
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As the Creator, Writer and Executive Producer of The Royal Critters/Whale Magic Project, Mr. Kennedy has also served as President and CEO of John Kennedy Enterprises, Inc. since 1989. The corporation was formed in part for financing the research, developing, marketing and licensing of his Intellectual Properties--The Royal Critters starring digitally animated whales that talk and sing in human voices including Their Royal Whalenesses, Prince Buoyant and Princess Eviana; the Prince and Princess of Whales(TM). The whales spout e-mail or "Whale Mail" where live film clips magically appear in their mist to teach children about science, nature, the arts, etiquette, values, conflict-resolution, etc.

A visionary of extraordinary creative and marketing talent, Mr. Kennedy has created and conducted all aspects of this ambitious project including, writing, research, fundraising, marketing and public relations for The Royal Critters/Whale Magic Project. He has also raised $1 million dollars for the project.

As a certified television producer and executive producer, he has expanded his vision to include public service and important environmental awareness and has produced three, one-hour public service television documentaries/specials about the oceans and the protection of her inhabitants, especially the vital lives of whales and dolphins. The TV specials are entitled Whale-of-a-Holiday Christmas Special, Save God's Royal Critters, The Art of Saving the Earth-From Sea to Shining Sea! (http://www.royalcritters.com).

John Joseph Kennedy’s courageous eleventh-hour campaign for the Presidency of the United States in 2004 as a True Democrat and write-in candidate to "Right the wrongs of America!" captured the hearts and imagination of millions of Americans and people around the world. Mr. Kennedy brought hope, truth, inspiration, light and love where there were none. By overwhelming demand, JJK has officially announced his intentions to run in the 2008 election and believes in a strong platform of Peace, restoration of our Constitutional Rights and A Spirit of Entrepreneurship for America! (www.JohnJosephKennedy.com).

Mr. Kennedy is descendant of ancient French and Spanish royalty and a member of the aristocratic Kennedy bloodline, the founding Kennedy family in American politics; the acclaimed Kennedy’s of Charleston. His family immigrated to America seven generations ago from their ancestral home of Tipperary, Ireland and settled in Charleston, South Carolina. He is the great-great grandson of John D'Arcy Kennedy (Ancient French House of D’Arcy-of direct royal descent of King Charlemagne, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire) and Caroline Marguerite de Rodriques Kennedy (de Rodriques lineage of Caracas, Venezuela), landowners and civic patrons of Charleston, South Carolina.

He is the great grandson of South Carolina statesman and philanthropist, Congressman Michael Francis Kennedy Sr. and Margaret Hand Butterly Kennedy of New York City. A Civil War Rifleman in his youth, Congressman Kennedy was the first of the Kennedy family in American politics, serving two-terms in South Carolina’s House of Representatives from 1882-1886.
He is the great grandnephew of Congressman Patrick Henry Kennedy (South Carolina’s House of Representatives 1923-1925), the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. Michael Francis Kennedy Jr. (Caroline Christy of the Christy’s of Atlanta, Ga.), and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Francis Kennedy III. President John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s branch of the family, are distant cousins. They came to America and settled in Boston two generations after The Kennedy’s of Charleston arrived. Mr. Kennedy’s father, MFK III, was a pioneer television producer and personality in the 1950’s starring and producing his own daily show, Michael Kennedy’s Platter Parade for NBC. He was also a news anchor for radio and television for NBC affiliates.
John Joseph Kennedy’s life and noble deeds for the rights of humanity mirrors that of his Kennedy and D’Arcy ancestors. Three of his ancestors, Baron Robert D'Arcy, Lord Norman D'Arcy and Sir Thomas D'Arcy were major feudal barons who initiated and enforced the Magna Carta against King John of England. They were present at its signing in 1215, thus initiating constitutional law and government and the legal system of England. The Magna Carta has withstood the test of time for constitutional law protecting the rights of humanity in many parts of the world, and is the precursor of the American Constitution. In the 14th century the D'Arcys were appointed to the highest positions in Ireland and Sir John D'Arcy was appointed Justice of Ireland by King Edward II in 1323. The Countess Jane D'Arcy was lady-in-waiting to Marie Antoinette, Queen of France and her nephew, another John D'Arcy founded the town of Cliften, Ireland. Joan D'Arc, the famous French martyr was a member of another branch of this noble family.
JJK is editing his roman-a-clef mystery/suspense/romance series for publication entitled Prince D’Arcy de Montebello - The White Party - Monstrance. The series was inspired by real events and a fascinating true crime Mr. Kennedy helped to solve by his investigative research and writings. He is also penning his autobiography; The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword! which includes a chapter on creativity & entrepreneurship.
Mr. Kennedy is currently a consultant and giving inspiring speeches, seminars, lectures and interviews. He is also a celebrity/model spokesman for a number of charitable causes and a new line of JJK licensed brand products including fine fragrances; Charisma! Pour Homme and Imperial Parfum for women. He divides his time between Bel Air, California, Atlanta, Georgia and Charleston, South Carolina.