L. Monte Cook III aka Dr. Fantastic
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Founder's Story
Lester Monta Cook III
(Better known as Monte & Dr. Fantastic)
Motivational Speaker • Philosopher • Author • Global Kindness Advocate
📞 Phone: +502 5531 8892
🌍 International Speaker | Global Humanitarian
📍 Beverly Hills, California
Professional Summary
Lester Monta Cook III—widely known as Dr. Fantastic—is a motivational speaker, philosopher, and global advocate for human well-being.
He is the creator of a practical, science- and logic-based philosophy designed to help people live happier, healthier, and longer lives. For years, he has traveled internationally delivering unscripted, authentic presentations that inspire individuals, schools, organizations, and governments to embrace kindness as a solution to humanity’s greatest challenges. His work has reached over 15,600 participants in 148 countries, igniting what is now known as the Kindness Revolution.
Core Philosophy: The Three Commitments to Kindness
Developed through lived experience, observation, and human connection, the philosophy is built on three commitments—listed in order of importance and difficulty:
Be kind to yourself
Be kind to all others
Be kind to our Mother Earth
This framework serves as a practical prescription for improved mental health, stronger communities, and a more sustainable planet.
The Global Kindness Pledge
At the heart of this movement is the Global Kindness Pledge, now promoted for daily use in schools worldwide. The pledge has been shown to:
Build self-confidence
Foster leadership and empathy
Improve behavior and morale
Strengthen community connection
Increase environmental awareness
The Global Kindness Pledge:
“I pledge to be kind and to love myself.
I pledge to be kind and strive to love all others.
I pledge to be kind to, love, and respect our Mother Earth.
We are all Fantastic.
(They point to a friend) You are Fantastic.
I am Fantastic.”
Schools implementing the pledge report measurable, positive changes in student behavior and engagement.
Founder & Current Leadership
Founder & Executive Director
The Foundation for World Harmony (501(c)(3) Nonprofit)
Founded and leads a global nonprofit dedicated to kindness, sustainability, and human harmony.
Oversees international programs, ambassadors, and educational initiatives.
Represents the organization globally in schools, communities, corporations, and government settings
Speaking & Educational Work
Creator and presenter of FIRE Talks
(Fantastic Inspirational Rejuvenation Experiences)
Delivers unscripted, authentic, high-impact presentations
Speaks to:
- Schools and universities
- Community organizations
- Corporations
- Government bodies
Known for emotional intelligence, humor, authenticity, and deep audience connection
Media & Creative Background
Extensive career in film, television, radio, and live media
Roles include:
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
- Host
- Founder of multiple companies and charitable organizations
- Author and creative visionary
- Creator of thousands of documented videos and testimonials demonstrating real-world impact of the Be Fantastic philosophy
- Digital Reach & Proof of Impact
Over 2,500+ videos published - Active across multiple platforms and websites
- Hosts and produces global podcasts focused on happiness, kindness, and human potential
- Online Presence
thefoundationforworldharmony.org
theglobalkindnessfederation.org
africaisfantastic.org
worldkindnesslist.com - Podcasts
The Complete Guide to Happiness Podcast
The Global Kindness Federation Podcast - Social Media
Be Fantastic – YouTube
Be Fantastic – Facebook
BeFantastic02 – Instagram
Monte Cook III – LinkedIn
DrFantastic – X (Twitter)
Personal Background
Born on June 8, 1954, in Beverly Hills, California. Orphaned at age nine and raised in foster care, Mr. Cook began traveling the world at seventeen, turning life itself into his education. At twenty-six, he became a devoted father, raising two sons who are now successful adults with families of their own.
After a lifetime of exploration, creativity, and service, he has identified his life’s calling:
to help humanity remember who we are—and become kinder to ourselves, to one another, and to our planet.
Professional Tagline
“The man with the prescription for a happier and longer life.”
THREE commitments
Be KIND to yourself
Be KIND to all others
Be KIND to our MOTHER EARTH
Success will depend on exposure, my book lester’s Legacy, my new book ‘How to be a Fantastic person’, the Monument to Global Kindness, my documentary, my movie, my radio show, a world lecture series or my cooking show ‘Cooking Styles of the Rich and Famous’, any of them will help the movement/philosophy which benefits all that hear about it. Monies derived from any and all the above will be used to continue my mission to spread kindness.
I’m a dreamer, always have been, always will be.
Many people may think I’m crazy but in the words of the late Steve Jobs “People who are crazy enough to think they can make a difference in the World, are the ones that do” I want to thank the 10,200+ Ambassadors of Kindness for supporting the Be Fantastic Philosophy by sharing with their children, their employees and their friends the word Fantastic, it spreads energy, positivity, kindness and love. It makes you smile which makes you feel better, look better, live longer, be more successful in business and in personal relationships AND will help make the world a kinder and better place.
Have a Fantastic life.
In kindness, yours truly
L.Monte. Cook III
AKA Dr. Fantastic
P.S.
I’ve been affectionately nicknamed Dr. Fantastic because I give people the prescription for a happier and longer life. I am not a doctor and the names Dr. Dre and Dr. Seuss were taken. Did that make you smile?
What you want to be, you can be, Be Fantastic.