Motivation Keynote Speakers
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Motivational keynote speakers inspire and motivate audiences with storytelling, the art of self-deprecation, and emphasizing human values. Motivational speakers win over their audiences with no ego involved, to allow us to dream and be excited about the possibility of a future vision. GDA has our pulse on the best and brightest motivational keynote speakers. Contact us today!
Keynotes: 3 Books: 12 Videos: 5
Simon T. Bailey Featured
Leading Expert on Brilliant Resilience, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Executive Coach
Simon T. Bailey is a transformational speaker with a global impact - 91 millions video views, 125 LinkedIn recommendations, and trusted by Fortune 500 leaders. Since leaving Disney, he has worked with 2,400 organizations in 54 countries, delivering timeless wisdom and tangible results that resonate long after the event.
Keynotes: 7 Books: 7 Videos: 19
Jason Barger Featured
Author of "Thermostat Cultures" and named Top 200 Global Thought Leader
Jason Barger is committed to engaging the minds and hearts of people in order to strengthen leadership, culture, and clarity of mission, vision and values. He is a globally celebrated author, speaker, consultant and creator of the “Step Back from the Baggage Claim” Movement. Become a Thermostat Culture.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 5
Kim Becking Featured
NYT Best-selling Author, Empowering Leaders and Teams to Ignite Unstoppable Momentum in a Rapidly Changing World that Never Slows Down.
Kim Becking is a NYT bestselling author, globally recognized change and leadership expert, international keynote speaker, human behavior expert, cancer thriver, recovering attorney, and serial entrepreneur. As the founder of the Unstoppable Momentum™ Movement, her mission is to empower us with the insights to be more adaptable and resilient.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 6 Videos: 3
Molly Fletcher Featured
Bestselling Author, Podcast Host & Top Sports Agent
Hailed as "the female Jerry Maguire," former top sports agent Molly Fletcher shares the tools to help you unlock your drive and achieve peak performance.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 2 Videos: 16
John "GUCCI" Foley Featured
Keynote Speaker to over 2000 Organizations Worldwide, Blue Angel Lead Solo Pilot, Stanford Fellow, Bestselling Author and ‘Gratitude Guru'
John is the former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels, a Sloan Fellow at Stanford School of Business and an expert in the how of high performance teams. His exciting, rare journey inspires awe, triggering individuals to take action and rethink what they believe is possible.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Jack Garcia Featured
New York Times bestselling author of “Making Jack Falcone” and Undercover FBI Agent
In his 26 years of service with the FBI and as an Undercover FBI Agent in over 100 major Undercover operations, Jack Garcia is best known for his Undercover role as "Jack Falcone," who infiltrated the Gambino crime family in New York for nearly three years.
Keynotes: 11 Books: 0 Videos: 5
Vinh Giang Featured
Entrepreneur; Magician; Coach; The Psychology of Illusion
Entrepreneur of the Year, magician and coach, Vinh Giang has built businesses from a very young age. He loves both business and magic; this has led him to discover many common threads between these two worlds.
Keynotes: 9 Books: 0 Videos: 9
Gian Paul Gonzalez Featured
Inspiring Hope Through The Power Of Commitment and Positivity.
Founder of Hope + Future Foundation | Expert on Sports, Leadership, Youth Education, & Wellness.
Gian Paul Gonzales is a dynamic speaker known for his game-changing insights, including the famous “All In” rally cry that propelled the NY Giants to their 2011 Super Bowl victory. He inspires teams and individuals to achieve peak performance and overcome challenges with the same passion and unity.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 4 Videos: 4
Robert Herjavec Featured
Leading Shark on ABC's Shark Tank and Founder & CEO Herjavec Group
Robert Herjavec is one of North America’s most recognizable business leaders. A dynamic entrepreneur, Robert has built and sold several IT companies to major players such as AT&T. He shares his expertise with other entrepreneurs each week as a leading Shark on ABC’s Emmy Award-winning hit Shark Tank.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 3 Videos: 4
Judi Holler Featured
Self-Expression, Self-Leadership, Confidence, and Discovering How to Bring Our Best, Most Creative, and Most Engaged Selves to Work | Bestselling Author | Improviser
Judi's keynotes are a call to action, helping leaders and teams align organizational accountability with individual authenticity. Judi is on a mission to wake up the potential that’s been lying dormant in leaders so they can bring thier best, most authentic, creative, and engaged selves to work.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 0 Videos: 4
Inky Johnson Featured
Author; Communicator; Former Collegiate Athlete; Adversity Overcomer
Inky Johnson is a survivor of a life-threatening injury from playing college football. Executives, sports teams, church members, and young people all benefit from the raw energy of his charismatic speaking. Whether the topic is leadership, teamwork, or perseverance, Inky inspires his audiences to embrace the challenges of life.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 11
John Livesay Featured
Helping Sales Leaders Tell Stories to Win Sales; Author of The Sale Is in the Tale
Keynote sales speaker John Livesay, aka “The Pitch Whisperer,” helps sales forces connect with today’s crazy-busy, ultra-savvy buyers by becoming master storytellers with magnetic pitches. Whoever tells the best story gets the sale, and after John speaks, your people will know exactly how to craft irresistible stories.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 9
Paul J Long Featured
Maximize fulfillment, change perspective and manifest more of “What's GOOD!”
Paul J Long thrives in creating energy and genuine connection. His concept of Fundamism helps attendees create more meaningful interactions while providing tactical behaviors to maximize fulfillment, change perspective, and manifest more of "What's GOOD!"
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Brad Montgomery Featured
Laugh-O-Nomics™
The science is clear: happy organizations with happy employees produce more than their unhappy counterparts. Brad can help get you and your team to where they need to be to perform at their very best!
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Andre Norman Featured
The Ambassador of Hope
Andre Norman is a globally renowned transformational speaker, strategist, and consultant revolutionizing correctional systems worldwide. With a remarkable journey that led him from a 105-year prison sentence to Harvard University, Andre inspires individuals and organizations to embrace challenges, tap into their limitless potential, and achieve extraordinary success.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 8
Jeremy Poincenot Featured
World Blind Golf Champion
Jeremy's journey of losing his sight at 19 due to Leber hereditary optic neuropathy is both heartrending and inspiring. He learned the transformative power of interdependence, embracing his new reality to turn tragedy into opportunity. His story showcases resilience and the profound impact of relying on others for support.
Keynotes: 10 Books: 2 Videos: 10
Carly Pollack Featured
Owner of Nutritional Wisdom, Author of Feed Your Soul, Functional Nutrition Practitioner
There are countless diets and 30-day challenges geared to help people lose weight, heal digestion, and feel more energy. Yet, these temporary protocols fall short when it comes to true transformation. Carly blends an understanding of body science, brain wiring, and self-development to facilitate real and permanent change.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 11
John Register Featured
U.S. Paralympian; U.S. Army Combat Veteran; Author
John Register is a two-time Paralympian, a Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, a Persian Gulf War veteran, and a TEDx motivational speaker who inspires people to live healthier, wealthier, more fulfilling, passionate, and purposeful life.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Alex Sheen Featured
Accountability Expert
World foremost expert on accountability and commitment, Alex is a five-time TEDxTalk speaker, author, podcast host, humanitarian, and Founder of the because I said I would movement. His work has been featured on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, the Steve Harvey Show, CNN, Fox News and more.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 0 Videos: 6
Melissa Stockwell Featured
American War Hero; U.S. Paralympian; 3x World Champion Triathlete
Melissa Stockwell is an American war hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness and World Champion status. She has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others as a U.S. Paralympian and 3x World Champion triathlete.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 8
Anthony Trucks Featured
Foster Child; Former NFL Player; American Ninja Warrior; Entrepreneur
Anthony Trucks is a former Foster Child, NFL Football Player, Competitor on American Ninja Warrior, Author, and Identity Shift Coach. From foster care to the NFL, to successful business owner, Anthony Trucks has accomplished what statistics would say is impossible.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 4 Videos: 7
Damon West Featured
Inspirational Change Agent, 3x Best Selling Author, Philanthropist and College Professor
Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a motivational speaker and best-selling co-author (with motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book was, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 7
Juan Bendana
Confidence & Leadership Expert| Entrepreneur | Author of Confident By Choice | Walking Shot of Espresso
Instead of wishing for more certain times, we need to create more certain people. The world is moving fast, creating disruption, uncertainty, and unexpected change for organizations and their people. Juan Bendana helps organizations activate the mindset to lead with confidence, thrive through change, and ignite extraordinary growth.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 2
JJ Birden
Former NFL Pro & Motivational Keynote Speaker
JJ Birden helps individuals seize their opportunities in life. JJ was not the biggest, strongest, or fastest guy on the field, but he knew how to seize his once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and maximize his success through dedication and hard work.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 7 Videos: 2
Brian Biro
America's Breakthrough Speaker; Expert on Leadership, Possibility Thinking, Thriving on Change, and Team-Building
Brian Biro is America’s #1 Breakthrough Speaker! He is one of the nation's foremost speakers and teachers of Leadership, Possibility Thinking, Thriving on Change, and Team-Building. He empowers audiences with unstoppable energy, inspiration, and belief in themselves and their team.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Eric Boles
Authority on Leadership, Managing Change, Cultural Transformation, and Peak Performance; Former NFL Wide Receiver
Eric Boles is the president of The Game Changers, Inc, a company dedicated to maximing the human asset. Through assessment, coaching, consulting, and training, Eric helps organizations enhance their culture, develop greater levels of committment and performance and function within their purpose and values.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 9
Tony Brigmon
Ambassador of FUN: Live and Virtual Presentations
Tony Brigmon was the face of Southwest Airlines as their "Ambassador of Fun" both internally to employees, and externally to civic groups. Southwest focused on fun because fun created serious results, and Tony brings those proven best-practices and ideas to every event that he speaks to live and virtual.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 7
Adolph Brown
Founder, President, and CEO of The Leadership & Learning Institute
As a recognized Master Teacher, business leader, educational/clinical psychologist, anthropologist and motivational speaker, his outrageous and energetic outlook will captivate you the minute he walks onto stage.
Keynotes: 7 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Katrina Cooke-Brownlee
Domestic Violence Expert & Retired NYPD Detective
Shot 10 times by her jail guard boyfriend, Katrina Brownlee miraculously survived but her unborn child however didn't survive the attack. Katrina became a police officer herself, now retired, and has written a memoir and provides mentoring to young women.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Scott Burrows
Top Inspirational Speaker, Bestselling Author, Wheelchair Athlete & Successful Entrepreneur
Scott Burrows’ unforgettable story of turning a paralyzing setback into a powerful comeback through a clear Vision, a determined Mindset and unstoppable Grit inspires audiences to overcome challenges and put goals into action.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 4
Coach Micheal Burt
Author and Industry Leader
Coach Burt, sought-after speaker, coach, and mentor, brings a unique fusion of strategic coaching and high-impact motivation to the forefront. With over two decades of experience coaching top performers across diverse fields, his expertise is unparalleled. He's the author of multiple best-selling books, including "Flip The Switch"
Keynotes: 11 Books: 6 Videos: 5
Valorie Burton
Best-Selling Author, President and CEO of The Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, Personal and Executive Coach and International Speaker
Valorie Burton, life strategist and international speaker, is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology - the study of what happens when things go right with us.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Caleb Campbell: NFL Athlete, West Point, Former Army Officer
A transformative framework resulting in growth oriented leaders and teams and a culture where well-being and performance thrive together.
People everywhere are tired. They’re running on empty, trying to meet relentless demands in a world that refuses to slow down. But the answer isn’t doing more—or doing less. It’s finding the courage to face the discomfort we avoid head-on and, in doing so, expand into something greater.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 5 Videos: 2
Judy Carter
Motivational Humorist and Stress Reduction Expert
As interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, and over 100 TV appearances, Judy Carter is one of America’s top motivational humorists, and stress reduction experts. With hilarious and empowering keynotes showing how we can all use our sense of humor to deal with burnout and lighten up.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Boris Cherniak
Celebrity Hypnotist, Team Building, Motivational Expert, Mental Health Speaker
Unforgettable interactive presentation to energize and empower. Boris Cherniak will keep your group in stitches, while providing valuable tools and information to improve well being and bottom line.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 2
Jamie Clarke
Extreme Adventurer; Entrepreneur; Performance Coach and Professor of Leadership
Over the last 20 years, Jamie Clarke has climbed the Seven Summits—including two treks up Mt. Everest—ridden camels across The Empty Quarter of Arabia and created two successful outdoor retail companies, firmly establishing himself as an authority in the business of adventure.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Jessica Cox
Motivational Speaker, "Possible Thinking" Business Consultant, Guinness World Record Holder
Jessica Cox inspires audiences to embrace resilience, adaptability, and self-empowerment. Her story demonstrates how to overcome limitations, shift mindsets, and turn obstacles into opportunities. Audiences will leave motivated to face their own challenges with confidence and a renewed belief in what’s truly possible.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 0 Videos: 9
Sarah Culberson
Princess of Sierra Leone. Humanitarian. Educator. Author
Sarah was adopted at one by a loving, white West Virginia couple and raised with little knowledge of her ancestry. As a young adult, Sarah journeyed to Sierra Leone to meet her birth family, discovering she was a mahaloi, child of a Paramount Chief, with the status of a princess.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 5 Videos: 3
Dr. Kevin Daley
Former Harlem Globetrotter; Leadership & Mindset Expert
Kevin's presentations are a dynamic blend of humor, energy, and actionable insights. His background as an international athlete and corporate consultant, combined with his engaging storytelling ability, ensures a memorable and impactful experience.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 7
Rachel Druckenmiller
Engagement Expert | 2023 Best of the Stage Speaker | Singer-Songwriter
Rachel Druckenmiller is a catalyst who helps motivate, energize, and empower people to overcome self-doubt, move to inspired action, and show up at work and in the world with greater curiosity, clarity, confidence, and courage, so they have more impact, influence, and fulfillment.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Jess Ekstrom
Author; Motivational Speaker; Founder of Headbands of Hope and Mic Drop Workshop
Jess is the Founder of Headbands for Hope and a Forbes Top Rated Speaker. Her motivational, edge-of-your-seat storytelling and infectious energy is a refreshing experience for audiences looking to improve their culture, purpose-building, and fulfillment.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Tami Evans
Employee Engagement and Levity Leadership Expert
Expert in Communication, Motivation, Empowerment, Leadership Skills, Goal Setting, Stress Management, and Humor Infusion; Business owner with versatile experience in many markets that include university professor, actress, fashion designer and book illustrator; Sought after coach with CTI training; Clients range from global Fortune 500s to independent business owners;
Keynotes: 3 Books: 2 Videos: 2
Brandon Farbstein
Global Empowerment Speaker; Author; Disability Activist
Brandon Farbstein is a renowned activist, author, and thought leader. He has driven legislative change, advised Fortune 100 companies, and empowered millions through his books and speeches. A sought-after expert on disability inclusion and belonging, Brandon serves on multiple boards and has received recognition as a LinkedIn Top Voice
Keynotes: 1 Books: 7 Videos: 6
Scott Flansburg
The Human Calculator®, Author, Performer and TV Host
Scott Flansburg, known as The Human Calculator® is a best selling author, speaker, performer, Guinness World Record holder, and host of his own tv show on The History Channel Int'l. His performance will amaze your team and then he will teach them how to feel comfortable and confident with numbers.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 0 Videos: 7
Justin Forsett
9-year NFL Veteran Pro Bowl Player, Co-Founder and CEO of Hustle Clean, Entrepreneurial Trailblazer, Ethical Leadership & Team Dynamics Expert
Known for his speed and agility on the field, Justin is now a respected leader and businessman off the field. He shares his stories of sacrifice, setbacks, and success and helps teams and leaders push through hard things and level up to grow through opposition and succeed despite adversity.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Nely Galán,
Former President of Entertainment of Telemundo; NYT Best-Selling Author of Self Made Media Entrepreneur; Host of MoneyMaker Podcast
Latina media dynamo and women’s empowerment advocate Nely Galán, dubbed the “Tropical Tycoon” by The New York Times Magazine, is one of the entertainment industry’s savviest firebrand talents. SELF MADE is an evolutionary shift for women around the world; a new kind of identity.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 11
Felipe Gomez
Keynote Pianist; Business Leader & Entrepreneur; Author Applying the Traits of Virtuoso Musicians to Business and Life
Felipe has 25 years of global management experience and thoroughly understands and relates with audiences. He delivers a powerful learning experience with a piano on stage, inspiring people to aim for extraordinary performance. Colombian, educated in Switzerland and living in the US, Felipe brings a diversity contribution to each event.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 4
Chris Grimes
Facilitator, Motivational Comedian, Speaker & Coach
Keynotes: 4 Books: 2 Videos: 2
Steve Gutzler
Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Transformation
In today’s fast-paced competitive work environment, how effective are you as a leader? Emotional Intelligence (EI), our ability to manage ourselves and others around us, is the single greatest contributor to personal excellence and high performance in leadership.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 1 Videos: 10
Jason Harris
Best-Selling Author; Combat-Proven Pilot; Retired Lieutenant Colonel; Empowering Leaders and Teams Through a Culture of Commitment, Accountability, High Performance, and Trust
Jason is a best-selling author, expert thought leader, and professional pilot. His high-risk combat experiences have all served as the launching point for his “No Fail Trust®” methodology used to empower executives and team members to foster an environment of mutual trust, responsibility, and productivity.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 2
Jeff Havens
Serious Solutions. Seriously Funny.
Award-winning professional development expert with a background in stand-up comedy. Multiple presentations including Uncrapify Your Life! and Us Vs. Them, each designed to combine the content of a traditional keynote with the entertainment value of a comedy show. Regular guest on Fox Business News, featured in the Wall Street Journal.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 0 Videos: 1
Jake Havron
Transformational Speaker; Sales Trainer
Jake Havron helps your audience distinguish the difference between Influence vs. Manipulation in their sales and leadership roles by not only teaching the 4 pillars of influence but also applying it directly into their specific situations which creates a truly transformational experience.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 0 Videos: 2
Jason Hewlett
Speaker, Entertainer, Author, Impressionist, and Corporate Events Headliner
Having delivered hundreds of presentations for front-line and leadership motivation, Jason Hewlett combines message, authenticity and humor with music and impersonations. His talk feels like a show with a message, or a keynote speech with entertainment. A recent, and one of the youngest inductees into the Speakers Hall of Fame.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 4 Videos: 3
David Horsager, MA, CSP, CPAE
CEO, Trust Edge Leadership Institute
The #1 question everyone is thinking about you and your company is, "Can I trust you?" A lack of trust is your biggest expense because for the trusted brand, people pay more, come back and tell others. Learn how to create a high-performing, high-trust culture.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Charlie Rocket Jabaley
Grammy-Winning Music Mogul; Emmy-Winning Nike Athlete; Ironman and Marathon Runner; Social Media Innovator and Creative
Charlie Rocket inspires those around him. He’s lost 135 pounds. Became vegan. Ran 3 marathons. Reversed the growth of his brain tumor. Became an Ironman. Recently finished his nationally-known Dream Machine bike tour across America. He also made the cover of Runner’s World and secured a partnership with Nike.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 5 Videos: 4
Nathan Jamail
Bestselling Author; Expert on Sales & Leadership
Nathan is a best selling author & expert on sales & leadership. He has over two decades of setting sales records and training others on how to do so. He has four published books and has worked with companies such as Cisco, State Farm, Georgia Pacific, Sprint & hundreds more.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Jia Jiang
Entrepreneur, Blogger and “Rejection Proof” Author
Jia Jiang (pronounced Jah Jahng) is an entrepreneur, blogger, TED speaker and an author. is the owner of Rejection Therapy and author. After he left a career in the corporate world to pursue life as an entrepreneur, he was soon confronted with everyone's biggest fear – rejection.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 5 Videos: 10
Dr. Willie Jolley
Award-winning speaker and singer, best-selling author and media personality
There are many motivational speakers, and then there is the one, the only, the incomparable Dr. Willie Jolley. He has been described simultaneously as a world-class, award-winning speaker and singer, best-selling author and media personality.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 4 Videos: 5
Ricky Kalmon
Growth Mindset Motivational Speaker, Celebrity Hypnotist & TV Personality
Growth Mindset Expert Ricky Kalmon offers powerful programs with take-home value! Kalmon reveals how our mindset can be the greatest tool in achieving new heights, reducing stress, and increasing productivity and potential. Leverage a Sales Growth Mindset with Ricky Kalmon!
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Shari Karney
"Roar as One" Founder Social Innovator on Resilience, Change, Adversity and Triumph–Speaker for Women's Empowerment
Shari specializes in helping people transform their lives to feel happier, inspired, listened to, respected and understood. You will experience profound results. Devloped a campaign, #Menwithyoutoo - #MeToo Campaign is not slowing down anytime soon. Time for good men to stand with your wives, sisters, daughters, co-Wworkers, and friends
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Simon Keith
Former Professional Soccer Player and one of the Longest Living Organ Transplant Recipients
Simon was the first athlete in the world to play a professional sport after undergoing a heart transplant. Recognizing his passion for high performance, he turned his competitive spirit to the business world, growing and selling multiple companies, spearheading multimillion-dollar enterprise turnarounds, and tripling company growth.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 0 Videos: 1
Jim Kelly
Former quarterback of the Buffalo Bills and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Founder of Hunter's Hope and Kelly for Kids, Accomplished Keynote Speaker
Jim is a Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback who spent his entire NFL career as a Buffalo Bill. His hallmark as a player was his toughness. Jim speaks about the power of Faith, Friends, Family and Fans and his story is “A Journey of Perseverance”.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Erin King
The Energy Expert for Peak Performance
Erin King is a researcher, bestselling author, global keynote speaker, and the world’s leading energy management expert.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Phillip W. Koontz
U.S. Navy SEAL Combat Veteran & Motivational Speaker
Phillip Koontz, former Navy SEAL of over six years, takes his life lessons forged through the trials of SEAL training and currently helps others practically apply them to their personal, professional and family lives. He is now a worldwide motivational speaker for business, academic, athletic and religious audiences.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 5 Videos: 11
Ryan Leak
Inspiring Workplace Cultures Rooted in Values, Passion and Risk-Taking
Ryan is a bestselling author and strategic advisor renowned for his ability to transform individuals and organizations. His unique talent for turning setbacks into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of resilience and the value of learning from failure, makes his teachings impactful and actionable with a splash of humor.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Isaac Lidsky
Eyes Wide Open
Isaac Lidsky has the ability to speak on several topics based on his life experiences including a retinal degenerative disease that lead to his progressive sight loss and blindness, entrepreneurship, leadership, teams & motivation. Side Note: Isaac played Weasel on NBC's Saved by the Bell.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Jamie Kern Lima
Founder of IT Cosmetics; Self-Made Entrepreneur; NYT Best Selling Author of Worthy and Believe IT
Jamie is a NYT best-selling author, guest teacher of the Life You Want class live with Oprah Winfrey, Founder of IT Cosmetics, and active philanthropist - funding leadership training in US prisons and shelters and donating over $40 million to help women face the effects of cancer with confidence.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 11
Chaunté Lowe
Motivational Olympic Medalist, American Record Holder, Honor Student, and Breast Cancer Survivor
If there’s an art to overcoming obstacles, Chaunte Lowe takes the gold. The world-renowned high jumper lives to conquer barriers, racking up 4 Olympic games appearances, 3 global championship medals, 3 American records. She achieved most of these accomplishments while also holding the title of “mother of three.”
Keynotes: 8 Books: 0 Videos: 1
Laurie MacCaskill
Cancer Survivor, Speaker, Motivator
Laurie MacCaskill motivates and inspires audiences by sharing her life-changing experience with one of the deadliest forms of cancer.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 4
Dr. Luana Marques
Author, Scientist & Innovator, Associate Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School
As an Associate Professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Luana Marques has helped millions in her relentless efforts to equip everyone, everywhere, with the skills to thrive. Dr. Marques offers the roadmap for high performers in high-octane environments to stay self-regulated, motivated, and thriving.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 7
Allison Massari
Iconic Storytelling℠ for Leaders and Changemakers—Resilience, Empowerment, Work Culture & Mindset Expert—Celebrated Artist, Burn Survivor, Entrepreneur, Encourager
Allison is a Top Keynote Speaker on Adversity, Mindset, Empowerment, Healthcare, and Company Culture—Reaching audiences in more than 75 countries. She has unforgettable stories packed with takeaways. Allison takes you on a journey with jaw-dropping stories infused with wisdom, boldness, and heart. Your audience will be forever changed.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Elizabeth McCormick, CSP
Former Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot, #13 of Top 30 Motivational Speakers in the World for 2025, Interactively teaches YOUR audience how to FLY
A former U.S. Army Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot, Elizabeth McCormick, is now a sought-after motivational speaker specializing in Leadership, Sales and Safety events. She works with organizations and individuals to develop tactical strategies to lead themselves to greater heights no matter the turbulence and change.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 2 Videos: 5
Brant Menswar
Author, Creator, Core Values Activist, Speaker & Organizational Culture Expert
Passionate and engaging, Brant encourages audiences to discover their Black Sheep Values® and move forward with deliberate intention. His interactive and entertaining ways of defining what matters most enable audiences to develop the skills necessary to perform at the highest level.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Shannon Miller
7-Time Olympic Medalist and Cancer Survivor
With 7 Olympic medals, Shannon Miller remains the Most Decorated Olympic Gymnast in American History. Through her Olympic experience and personal cancer diagnosis, Shannon explains ways to get The Gold Medal Mindset so anyone can overcome even the most difficult obstacles standing in the way success.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 4
Alden Mills
Inc. 500 CEO, Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Navy SEAL
Alden Mills is the former Inc. 500 CEO of Perfect Fitness, founder of multiple businesses, bestselling author of Unstoppable Mindset, Unstoppable Teams, and Be Unstoppable, a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander, nationally recognized rower, and keynote speaker on a mission to help 100 million people Be Unstoppable.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 2 Videos: 4
Jim Morris, The Rookie
Motivational Speaker | Former MLB Pitcher | Inspiration for Disney's movie "The Rookie" | Best-Selling Author | Consultant | Educator | Coach
Jim Morris is Disney's "The Rookie." He's the science teacher/coach who made a bet with his baseball team; if they won district he would try out for an MLB team. They did, he did & made it to the major leagues at the age of 35, in just 3 months!
Keynotes: 6 Books: 1 Videos: 7
David Nico
Leading Expert in Whole Leader Health™, Author, Harvard Visiting Fellow
Dr. David Nico is the leading expert on Whole Leader Health™, a strategic framework that helps organizations develop resilient, high-performing leaders by aligning personal well-being with leadership effectiveness.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Roger Nierenberg
Symphony Conductor
Roger Nierenberg is the creator of The Music Paradigm, an interactive learning experience custom-designed to meet each group's needs. Mr. Nierenberg had lengthy tenures as Music Director for the Stamford Symphony Orchestra in Connecticut, and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra in Florida.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 4
David Nurse
Wall St Journal Best-Selling Author; Top 50 Worldwide Keynote Speaker
David Nurse’s keynote talks are inspirational, laugh out loud funny, and actionable- giving you and your company the tools needed to navigate the complex business landscape and go to the Next Level.
One CEO recently said of David's keynote - “David is the most impactful speaker I have ever seen.”
Keynotes: 5 Books: 5 Videos: 11
Neil Pasricha
Bestselling author of The Happiness Equation and Two-Minute Mornings
Pasricha is one of the 10 Most Inspiring TED speakers of all-time and he delivers a blend of positive psychology research with simple 2-minute takeaways. He draws on his bestselling books (including 'The Happiness Equation' and 'Two-Minute Mornings') as well as his work as Director of Leadership at Walmart.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Kyle & Brent Pease
Inspiring Athletes, Advocates, and Co-Founders of The Kyle Pease Foundation
Diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy as a child, Kyle Pease had grown up supporting his athlete brothers Brent and Evan from the sidelines. While his condition limited his ability to play sports, it didn't dampen Kyle's passion for them, nor did it stop them from including Kyle in everything.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Amy Purdy
Survivor, Paralympic Medalist, NY Times Best Selling Author, Dancer
Featured TEDx speaker, survivor, World Class snowboarder, Best-selling author, Dancing With The Stars Finalist, Toured with Oprah, Superbowl Commercial, Founder of Adaptive Action Sports
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 3
U.S. Olympian Johnny Quinn
Top Rated Keynote Speaker | 3rd person to play pro football and compete in the Winter Olympics.
Olympic bobsledder Johnny Quinn is known for thought-provoking and action-packed content and is a trusted voice on resilience and change management. Johnny has been featured on: ABC, CNN, ESPN, FOX, NBC, TIME, USA Today and the Wall Street Journal.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 2 Videos: 12
Jason Redman
Former Navy SEAL Officer, Author of Orange Wounded Warrior Sign at Bethesda Naval Hospital
Jason Redman joined the Navy on September 11, 1992 and spent eleven years as an enlisted SEAL. On September 13, 2007, outside of Fallujah, Iraq, Lieutenant Redman’s Assault Team came under heavy machine gun and small arms fire and he was severely wounded in the ensuing firefight.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 3 Videos: 14
Tara Renze
Emotional Intelligence Expert—Delivering High-Energy Keynotes, Transformational Workshops and EQ Strategies to Ignite Authenticity, Confidence, and Unstoppable Success.
Tara Renze is an emotional intelligence & positive intelligence practitioner redefining how we unleash purpose, level up our success and create sustainable happiness and fulfillment in all aspects of our lives. She empowers others to "be who they came to be" and live the life they desire, envision and deserve.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Ashley Rhodes-Courter
New York Times Best Selling Author of Three Little Words
NYT & International Bestselling author of her memoir Three Little Words (2008), currently being made into a major motion picture; ran for the Florida State Senate, featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Nightline, Nancy Grace, ABC Primetime
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Rick Rigsby
Motivational Keynote Speaker
Dr. Rigsby’s primary mission is to inspire greatness, encourage excellence and motivate you to impact your world! Learn how Rick Rigsby will empower you to live your dreams!
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Dave Sanderson
Survivor of Miracle on the Hudson; Author, Former Sales Executive
As the last passenger off the Miracle on the Hudson I lived, and your team will learn specifically how being resourceful is the key skill to move from being just good in anything to outstanding.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 5 Videos: 11
John Sanei
World's Top 5th Futurist, 5x Best-selling Author, and Keynote Speaker on Human-A.I Dynamics
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Mark Scharenbroich, CSP, CPAE
Author of "Nice Bike" Emmy award winner, Hall fo Fame speaker
It's all about Making Connections. Are your people fully connected to the mission, each other and the customer? Strong connections are vital in our lives, yet in today’s “virtual world” it is often difficult to make meaningful connections.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Rachel Sheerin
Burnout Expert; Keynote Speaker + Event Emcee
Rachel is an award-winning keynote speaker, emcee, and burnout expert on a mission to help people love their work and their lives. She has built multi-million-dollar sales teams that grow profits and boost happiness, and trained operations teams that influence their sales teams to work better together.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 2 Videos: 3
Jade Simmons
Classical Music's "No. 1 Maverick"
How do you get to be named Classical Music's "No.1 Maverick" ? By repeatedly defying
expectations, delivering riveting performances and combining passion and innovation at
every turn. Called a "musical force of nature", Jade Simmons is easily one of the most
exciting and versatile artists on the scene today.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Dr. Natalie Stavas
Harvard Doctor; Boston Marathon Hero; Mentor; Mother; Runner; International Humanitarian; Speaker
Dr. Stavas is Program Director for Child Protection Pediatrics at UC San Diego where she mentors medical students, residents, and fellows towards a path of fulfillment in medicine. Dr. Stavas has focused her research on how COVID-19 is affecting children’s health and physical wellbeing. She's a real super hero!
Keynotes: 11 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Barb Stegemann
Author & Social Business Innovator
Barb Stegemann is an incredible female founder, social entrepreneur, and author. Her company, The 7 Virtues Beauty, is now the #1 New Clean at Sephora perfume brand in the USA and Canada.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Alan Stein, Jr.
Performance Coach, Consultant, Speaker and Author
Alan delivers high-energy keynotes and interactive workshops to improve performance, cohesion and accountability. He inspires and empowers everyone he works with to take immediate action and improve mindset, habits and productivity.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Seb Terry
Expert in Peak Performance and Creating Environments for Success and Personal Transformation; Author; TV Host
Driven by a passion to see others achieve, Sebastian Terry’s one-of-a-kind story has organically become a powerful catalyst for personal and organizational transformation.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Rocky (Rock-T) Turner
Author, Speaker, Radio-TV Personality, Former Professional Baseball Player
Professional baseball player turned DJ and radio personality, Rock-T aka Rocky Turner, has a heart to motivate people to stop making excuses and get it done.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Tracy Tutor
Top Real Estate Agent in Beverly Hills, First & Only Female Star of "Million Dollar Listing", Author of "Fear is Just a Four Letter Word"
Tracy is a top sales keynote speaker, real estate expert, star of Million Dollar Listing: Los Angeles, bestselling author of Fear is Just a Four Letter Word. She has an undeniably strong presence and confidence that has propelled her into rooms of some of the most powerful people in LA.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 7
Mark Valenziano
Creator of Sensory Awareness Experiences, Author
Mark’s experiential programs will be remembered for a lifetime. Whether you’re looking for a motivating keynote, thought-provoking workshop, or the most unique networking session, Mark will have your group leaning in and engaged. He works closely with planners to assure no detail is missed and to exceed all expectations.
Keynotes: 8 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Vanessa Van Edwards
National Bestselling Author and Founder of Science of People
Vanessa Van Edwards is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 16 languages. She is the founder of Science of People where over 30 million people learn her techniques on understanding the hidden forces that drive our behavior.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 4 Videos: 4
Nick Vujicic
President of Life without Limbs
Today, this limbless young man has accomplished more than most people accomplish in a lifetime. Nick Vujicic is the President and CEO of a non-profit organization, Life Without Limbs. He travels around the world, sharing his inspirational story with millions of people.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Lt. Col. Rob "Waldo" Waldman
Combat veteran, New York Times Bestselling Author, Hall of Fame Speaker
Waldo Waldman is a Hall of Fame Speaker, decorated fighter pilot, executive coach, and author of the New York Times & Wall Street Journal Bestseller Never Fly Solo. He helps organizations build collaborative cultures of trust, courage and resilience in order to adapt to change, break performance barriers, and overcome adversity.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 2
Dan Waldschmidt
Keynote Speaker, Business Strategist and Ultrarunner
Dan empowers audiences with the focus, insight, and accountability they need to achieve their best results yet. His stories of ordinary humans achieving outrageous success will light a fire under each member of the audience to launch an extraordinary life of their own.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 5
Justin Wren
Humanitarian, UFC Fighter, Non-profit Founder, Mental Health Advocate, Author
A prominent UFC fighter, Justin emerged from a near death experience, found purpose through service, and now stands as an international humanitarian leader. The visionary Founder of Fight For The Forgotten, his organization has provided life-changing water, housing, healthcare, farming and freedom from slavery for thousands of disadvantaged people.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 10 Videos: 4
Don Yaeger
Best-selling Author, Former Sports Illustrated Editor, CEO of sports PR firm and a Cancer Survivor
As an award-winning keynote speaker, business leadership coach, an eleven-time New York Times Best-selling author and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don Yaeger has fashioned a career as one of America’s most provocative thought leaders.
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- 100 Overcoming Adversity
- 90 Peak Performance
- 77 Personal Growth
- 30 Storytelling