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Jake White is a national speaker and sought-after expert in the field of youth drug prevention. As the co-founder of Vive18, an author and podcast host, he helps students overcome peer pressure with confidence so they can become resilient, passionate leaders for their schools and communities. 

With over a decade of experience, Jake has contributed significantly to the substance use prevention field with works like “The Vive18 Playbook” for student leaders, “Beyond Alcohol Drug & Vaping” curriculum and toolkit, and “The Opposite Direction: How My Parents Kept Me Off Drugs and Alcohol.”  

His insights and life changing message have not only been featured in prestigious news outlets like USA Today and ABC, but also showcased on the stages of the DEA’s Youth Summit and various universities across the country. 

Jake is the founder of Vive18 – a Youth Drug Prevention Initiative, and Party.0, a movement dedicated to sober events, demonstrating his innovative approach to drug prevention. His initiatives have led to the launch of 25 new student clubs, furthering his impact into new communities and schools.

Jake White’s journey is more than just a career; it’s a mission to ignite leadership and purpose into young lives for a substance-free future.