Take Your Game to the Next Level!

The status quo SUCKS. Who wants a life that's average and ordinary? Not me! That's why I connect businesses and community leaders with nonprofits, so that collectively, we can all leave the world a better place. For 40 years, I've made an unwavering commitment to community service and philanthropic causes. I've collaborated with or served on more than 100 non-profit boards. What started as a pastime is now my passion. For those of you looking for more joy in your life and unquantifiable fulfillment, let’s talk..

Howie Nestel has spent 4 decades creating an extraordinary life by serving through non-profit leadership and philanthropy. In his position as Founder and President of San Antonio-based Sharkmatic Advertising, he has provided sales and marketing services to more than 1,500 companies nationwide including Coca-Cola, DuPont, MTV, and Procter & Gamble, as well as to prominent local & regional businesses including Brake Check, Methodist Healthcare, and The Wash Tub.

He has spoken and delivered keynote addresses to companies, networking groups, educational institutions and non-profit organizations on topics ranging from entrepreneurship and marketing, to living an extraordinary life with passion and purpose.

You’re in for a real treat!

If you haven’t heard Howie speak, you’re in for a real treat!

Jackson Calame

Honest lesson on genuine gratitude!

I’m very impressed, Howie! You gave an excellent, well spoken, honest lesson on genuine gratitude! Thank you for sharing it with us!

Levi Teldon

A new journey to help others.

This message truly resonates for me as I’m in the process of setting out on a new journey to help others.

Jeff Goldblatt

Dynamic and Engaging speaker!

Howie is one of the most dynamic and engaging speakers I’ve known. He is agile, entertaining and naturally persuasive. He’s one of the few eloquent bilingual speakers I know that can make you laugh or educate at the same time.

Inspiring and Knowledgeable.

Working with Howie during San Antonio Startup week and having the chance to interview him on a fireside chat were amazing experiences, his energetic and charismatic personality will leave you inspired!

Matthew Espinoza

Howie’s Lectures Have Life-Altering Potential!

I’ve heard Howie speak on multiple occasions and he’s spectacular. You will laugh, learn and potentially grow. Given you take his words to heart and put his philosophies into practice, Howie’s lectures have the potential to be life-altering.

Alec Kaden

An Exceptional Way Of Motivating!

Howie really has an exceptional way of motivating and getting people excited in a very calming way.

Amy Small Bushman
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Non-Profit Work

Talks & Events


Annual L'Chaim Celebration

March 26, 2024 • Event Info - ChabadSA.org

Howie Nestel - Emcee

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Let's Talk Business Podcast Mixer

May 16, 2024 • Tickets - Eventbrite • Promo Video

Howie Nestel - Co-Host

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27th Annual Gotcha Covered

December 3, 2023 • Event Info - GotchaCovered.org

Howie Nestel - Founder & Organizer


6th Annual TENTalks

November 28, 2023 • Event Info - ChabadSA.org

Howie Nestel - Emcee

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Stand Up In The Sukkah

October 3, 2023 • Event Info - ChabadSA.org

Howie Nestel - Comedian

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Beyond The Brew

September 19, 2023 • Event Info - JFS-SA.org

Howie Nestel - Event Chair


CRIT Golf Tournament 2023

September 18, 2023 • Event Info - CRITUSA.org

Howie Nestel - Event Chair


Last Thursday Networking Breakfast

June 29, 2023 • Venture X • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Keynote Speaker


5th Annual Charity Car Show

June 10, 2023 • Event Info - Car Show

Howie Nestel - Car Show Enthusiasts


Do Work | Networking Social

May 17, 2023 • Event Info - Do Work

Howie Nestel - Co-Hosts

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FVPS Honoring Mothers Luncheon

May 12, 2023 • Tickets - HonoringMothers.com

Howie Nestel - Community Impact Award

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CRIT It Takes A Village Gala

May 9, 2023 • Event Info - CRITusa.org

Howie Nestel - CRIT Ambassador


TASA'S Annual Casino Night 2023

May 7, 2023 • Tickets - StarrJDS.com

Howie Nestel - Master of Ceremonies

9th Annual Starr Family Jewish Day School

RMA SATX Women In Finance

May 4, 2023 • Event Info - Anne Marie's Catering & Events

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Howie Nestel - Guest Speaker

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CRIT Art Show 2023

March 30, 2023 • Event Info - Art Show & Open House

Howie Nestel - CRIT Ambassador


Historic Evening With Natan Sharansky

March 21, 2023 • Tickets - www.ChabadSA.com/lchaim • Promo Video

Howie Nestel - Master of Ceremonies

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Dream Week

January 22, 2023 • University Presbyterian Church • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Speaker


Holocaust Learn & Remember

January 9, 2023 Kickoff • www.LearnAndRemember.org

Howie Nestel - Co-Founder


The Business Lounge

December 6, 2022 • Teices Cafe and Lounge • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Keynote Speaker

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Ferrari Kid Gala X 2022

November 5, 2022 • Hyatt Hill Country Resort

Howie Nestel - Event Chair


CRIT Golf Tournament 2022

September 19, 2022 • Oak Hills Country Club

Howie Nestel - CRIT Ambassador


7th Annual TASA Casino Night 2021

May 23, 2021 • Virtual Event

Master of Ceremonies: Howie Nestel


TASA'S Annual Casino Night 2022

May 15, 2022 • Congregation Rodfei Sholom

Howie Nestel - Master of Ceremonies

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Heroes for Humanity

May 4, 2022 • Witte Museum • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Event Chair


Jews Telling Jokes

February 22, 2022 • Chabad Center • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Comedian


DreamWeek 2021

January 24, 2021 • Virtual Event

Howie Nestel presents "LIVE AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE BY SERVING OTHERS"

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DreamPanel | DreamWeek

January 18, 2021 • Radius Center • San Antonio, Texas

Howie Nestel - Panelist


Braination | Inspire Academies Convocation

August 9, 2021 • Tapatio Springs • Boerne, Texas

Howie Nestel - Keynote Speaker


Anne Frank Inspire Awards 2020

December 8, 2020 • Virtual Event

Community and Civic Leadership Award Recipient: Howie Nestel