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Motivational Speaker Speakers

The best motivational speakers are storytellers, people who have navigated extraordinary circumstances and emerged with the power to share their hard-won life’s lessons with others to awe and inspire. Drawing on their own stories of overcoming adversity, fascinating experiences and accomplishing extraordinary feats, our speakers’ keynotes spur audiences to greater achievement.

In today’s challenging and dynamic world, everyone can use a motivational boost now and then. Organizations of all sizes and scopes benefit from our speakers’ shared wisdom, humor, and profoundly expressed desire to be more, to do better. Some of our top motivational speakers include Vernice “Flygirld” Armour, Jim “The Rookie” Morris, Rick Pitino, Robert Swan, and Robyn Benincasa.

Whether you seek to rouse your group from discouragement or disengagement, or simply uplift their spirits, our compelling and captivating speakers will move audiences to laughter and to tears – taking them on an unforgettable journey.

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Motivational Speaker Speakers

Diana Nyad

FEE CATEGORY * $30,000 to $50,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

* In Association with CAA “I have three messages. One is we should never ever give up. Two is you are never too old to chase your dreams. And three is it looks like a… Full Profile


Michelle Rhee

FEE CATEGORY * $30,000 to $50,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

As a third grade teacher in Baltimore, a member of Teach for America and the founder of StudentsFirst, Michelle Rhee has spent the last 18 years working to provide children with the skills and knowledge… Full Profile


Nick Friedman

FEE CATEGORY * $25,000 to $30,000
TRAVELS FROM Florida, USA

Nick Friedman is President and Co-Founder of COLLEGE HUNKS HAULING JUNK, the largest and fastest growing US-Based Junk Removal Franchise Opportunity. He was recently named Top 30 Entrepreneurs in America Under 30 by INC Magazine,… Full Profile


Brent Gleeson

FEE CATEGORY * $25,000 to $30,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran with multiple tours to Iraq and Africa and other theaters of war. Upon leaving SEAL Team 5, Brent turned his discipline and battlefield lessons to the world of… Full Profile


Michelle Poler

FEE CATEGORY * $25,000 to $30,000
TRAVELS FROM New York, USA

Michelle Poler is a creative and passionate social entrepreneur, keynote speaker, fear facer, and branding strategist. She is the Founder of Hello Fears, a social movement empowering millions to step outside of the comfort zone… Full Profile


Phil Jackson

FEE CATEGORY * $75,000 and above
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

Phil Jackson is among one of the best NBA coaches in league history. As coach of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls he led them to six NBA Championships. He later went on to coach… Full Profile


Marni Spencer-Devlin

FEE CATEGORY * $5,000 to $10,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

Bestselling author, Marni Spencer-Devlin uses her harrowing story as the example to teach her empowering brand of personal and professional Authentic Leadership to corporate professionals worldwide. Audiences are enthralled to learn how Marni was molested,… Full Profile


Ilyasah Shabazz

FEE CATEGORY * $10,000 to $15,000
TRAVELS FROM New York, USA

“When you educate a girl, you raise a nation,” says ILYASAH SHABAZZ. She is an inspirational role model and advocate for women and girl empowerment. Her lifework is devoted to helping others find inner strength… Full Profile


Marshawn Evans Daniels

FEE CATEGORY * $20,000 to $25,000
TRAVELS FROM Georgia, USA

Marshawn Evans Daniels is a speaker, best-selling author, attorney, entrepreneur, Miss America finalist and Donald Trump Apprentice who drives her audiences to drill into their passions and purpose to become more powerful, seek better business… Full Profile


Sophia Nelson

FEE CATEGORY * $15,000 to $20,000
TRAVELS FROM District of Columbia, USA

Sophia Nelson is a mover and shaker in the world of politics, law and social justice who has traveled worldwide to speak about her writing and message of unity and the African-American experience. She has… Full Profile


Carlitos Paez

FEE CATEGORY * $10,000 to $15,000
TRAVELS FROM Uruguay

Born in Montevideo, Uruguay, in October 31, 1953. In October 13, 1972, when he was 18 years old, he embarks on a trip to Chile that would change his life forever. The plane in which Carlitos… Full Profile


Jesse Itzler

FEE CATEGORY * $50,000 to $75,000
TRAVELS FROM Georgia, USA

Serial entrepreneur and in-demand motivational speaker, Jesse Itzler uses his life as proof that happiness is action. Whether running 100 miles nonstop or unplugging to go live in a monastery, Itzler is constantly seeking new… Full Profile


Jaz Ampaw-Farr

FEE CATEGORY * $20,000 to $25,000
TRAVELS FROM United Kingdom

As a teacher, speaker, and “resilience ninja”, Jaz Ampaw-Farr is a catalyst for change. Hailed as “the British Oprah” for her contagious empowering energy, Jaz was born into a despairing environment of poverty, abuse, and… Full Profile


Molly Fletcher

FEE CATEGORY * $30,000 to $50,000
TRAVELS FROM Georgia, USA

Known as “the female Jerry Maguire”, Molly Fletcher built a wildly successful career representing big-name sports figures such as Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, broadcaster Erin Andrews, and basketball coach Tom Izzo. As a… Full Profile


Jillian Michaels

FEE CATEGORY * $50,000 to $75,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

Jillian Michaels is the foremost fitness expert in the world, certified nutritionist, renowned life coach, and a powerful female entrepreneur. Committed to helping people be the best versions of themselves and to live their happiest… Full Profile


Bethenny Frankel

FEE CATEGORY * $75,000 and above
TRAVELS FROM New York, USA

Self-made business woman and television personality, Bethenny Frankel used her marketing smarts and unstoppable drive to build the Skinny Girl empire. While she's most visible as the witty and unconventional heroine on Bravo's The Real… Full Profile


Verna Myers

FEE CATEGORY * $75,000 and above
TRAVELS FROM Maryland, USA

Diversity expert, Verna Myers uses joy, humor, and authenticity to helps organizations succeed by overcoming biases and increasing inclusion. A nationally recognized and refreshing voice on a complex issue, Myers has assisted international law firms,… Full Profile


Bear Grylls

FEE CATEGORY * $75,000 and above
TRAVELS FROM United Kingdom

One of television's most watched celebrities, Bear Grylls launched a Survivalism Fever that has swept across the world. The former British Special Forces operative is best-known for taking his adventures in the planet's most hostile… Full Profile


Anthony Bourke

FEE CATEGORY * $15,000 to $20,000
TRAVELS FROM California, USA

Accomplished fighter pilot and seasoned CEO, Major Anthony Bourke has helped thousands of leaders streamline growth and improvement in their companies. After flying hundreds of tactical missions across the globe and increasing his startup's revenue… Full Profile


Alden Mills

FEE CATEGORY * $20,000 to $25,000
TRAVELS FROM Maryland, USA

A former Navy SEAL and the founder of Perfect Fitness, Alden Mills' knowledge of persistence, leadership, and teambuilding is second to none. Mills weaves together his experiences from the elite U.S. military force and the… Full Profile


Richard Sherman

FEE CATEGORY * $75,000 and above
TRAVELS FROM Washington, USA

Arguably the best cornerback in the league, Richard Sherman crafted a global name for himself within three years of getting drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the 5th round. Though most may know the defense… Full Profile


Roberto Carlos (RöC)

FEE CATEGORY * $10,000 to $15,000
TRAVELS FROM Mexico

One of Latin America's most influential leaders in innovation, Roberto Carlos (RöC) is the creator of Factor WOW, a methodology that is revolutionizing the way organizations do business. Twice voted one of Mexico's most promising… Full Profile


Margie Warrell

FEE CATEGORY * $30,000 to $50,000
TRAVELS FROM District of Columbia, USA

Coach, author, and mother of four Margie Warrell is constantly sought by conferences, corporations, and media outlets for her advice on taking risks, living courageously, and building resilience. She is an international thought leader in… Full Profile


Todd Dewett

FEE CATEGORY * $10,000 to $15,000
TRAVELS FROM Texas, USA

Dr. Todd Dewett is one of the world's most exciting and original voices in the leadership and life skills space. He is consistently the #1 most viewed author at Lynda.com/LinkedIN, where millions of people seek… Full Profile





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