Santa Barbara, CA — The International Order of Fantastic Professionals (IOFP) is honored to announce the induction of Jack Canfield as an honorary member, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to personal growth and achievement. Canfield has also been presented with the prestigious President’s Award for Success Principles—a tribute to his life’s work in empowering others to reach their highest potential.
Best known as the creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul™ series, Canfield is the driving force behind what became a billion-dollar publishing empire and a global movement of inspiration and possibility. His work has touched millions of lives, with his message of resilience, vision, and personal responsibility resonating across generations and industries.
As a globally celebrated speaker and author of The Success Principles, Jack has inspired stadiums of over 50,000 people to rise to their feet, energized by his message to think bigger, act bolder, and achieve more. His practical strategies for building success have been embraced by industries ranging from healthcare and higher education to real estate, direct sales, and corporate leadership teams.
Jack’s influence has been far-reaching. In 2015, Success Magazine named him one of the Top 25 Most Influential Leaders in personal development—joining iconic names like Oprah Winfrey, Wayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra, and Tony Robbins. He has made over 1,000 appearances on radio and television programs, in national magazines, on major podcasts, and across global media platforms.
“Jack Canfield’s commitment to elevating others through actionable principles and heartfelt connection is truly inspiring,” said Dr. Allen Lycka, President and CEO of the IOFP. “We are proud to honor him with the President’s Award for Success Principles, and welcome him as an honorary member of the IOFP. Jack represents everything our organization stands for: empowerment, meaningful growth, and transformative leadership.”
Through this award and honorary membership, the IOFP celebrates Canfield’s legacy of service and looks forward to supporting his continued mission to inspire global transformation.
To learn more about Jack Canfield and his work, visit:
🔹 www.jackcanfield.com
