 | Bob Davies -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k 
Bob Davies grew up in poverty, in a single-parent household with a mother who did not graduate high school. In fact, Bob is the only person in his immediate family to ever graduate high school. His older brother and younger sister both got involved in drugs, but Bob Davies got involved in athletics, and his coach was Bob’s source of expectations, hope, and accountability.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dominique Dawes -- Maryland USA, 15.0k to 20.0k
The first African-American gymnast to win an individual Olympic medal, Dominique Dawes’ success as a gymnast is proof that dreams come true – through hard work, careful planning and unrelenting commitment.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Kathy Dempsey -- Arizona USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Kathy energizes her audiences through speaking and training. Her creative and unique approach is highly interactive, engaging, and packed full of practical strategies for immediate implementation. Kathy brings with her over 25 years of health care, educational training and organizational development experience.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | * The Three Doctors -- New Jersey USA, 20.0k to 25.0k
During a time where few heroes materialize, The Three Doctors served as an extraordinary model of leadership for anyone whose been through any kind of hardship whether it's coping with the struggles of the street or internal challenges of dealing with self, finding our place in the world and determining our own unique destinies.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Bob Dole -- Washington D.C. USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
One of the most respected figures of the 20th Century, Bob Dole is also one of its wittiest. Deftly weaving comedy with issues of global importance, he ushers audiences into a new understanding of the nation’s weightiest issues. Author of Great Political Wit: Laughing (Almost) All the Way to the White House and Great Presidential Wit: I Wish I Was in the Book, he charms audiences even as he offers them a wealth of insight and a lifetime of experience. Throughout his service in Congress, as Senate majority leader and as the 1996 Republican presidential candidate, Dole proved himself a great leader, brilliant statesmen and effective legislator. He earned international acclaim for his work on behalf of the disadvantaged and disabled, for his mastery of foreign affairs and for his uncanny ability to build bipartisan consensus. Dole also appeared in the revival of CBS’ 60 Minutes "Point-Counterpoint" segme
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Rita Dove, MFA -- Virginia USA, 15.0k to 20.0k
Rita Dove served as Poet Laureate of the United States and Consultant to the Library of Congress from 1993 to 1995, making her the youngest person -- and the first African-American -- to receive this highest official honor in American letters. She held the position for two years. In 1999 she was reappointed Special Consultant in Poetry for 1999/2000, the Library of Congress's bicentennial year. She has received numerous literary and academic honors, among them the 1987 Pulitzer Prize in Poetry and, most recently, the 2001 Duke Ellington Lifetime Achievement Award, the 1997 Sara Lee Frontrunner Award, the 1997 Barnes & Noble Writers for Writers Award, the 1996 Heinz Award in the Arts and Humanities and the 1996 National Humanities Medal.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Mack Dryden -- California USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
In addition to being an electrifying motivational speaker and hilarious Emcee, Mack Dryden is a comedian/actor/writer who has appeared on numerous television shows, several feature films and whose writing and voice are heard on more than 500 radio stations every week.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Olympia Dukakis -- New Jersey USA, 25.0k to 30.0k
Actress, director, producer, teacher, activist - this is how Olympia Dukakis defines herself. The Academy Award and Golden Globe-winning star of such films as Moonstruck, Steel Magnolias, Picture Perfect and the top rated mini-series Tales of the City, Olympia Dukakis is a woman of uncommon achievement and dedication. A 30 year veteran of stage and screen, she also founded and served as artistic director of New Jersey's whole theater for 19 years, and sits on the boards of several influential arts organizations.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Linda Ellerbee -- New York USA, 25.0k to 30.0k
Linda Ellerbee is an outspoken journalist, award-winning television producer, best-selling author, one of the most sought-after speakers in America, a breast cancer survivor and a mom. Ellerbee began at CBS, then moved to NBC News, where, after covering politics, she cultivated a diverse following in the ‘80's with the pioneering late-night news program NBC News Overnight, which she wrote and anchored. Overnight was cited by the Columbia duPont Award it received as "the best written and most intelligent news program ever." In 1986, Ellerbee moved to ABC News to anchor and write Our World, a weekly prime-time historical series. Her work on Our World won her an Emmy for best writing.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Susan Ershler -- Washington USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Susan Ershler has made a living of performing at a high level. For the past 20 years, Sue served in a number of leadership positions for Fortune 500 corporations across the nation. Formerly as Regional Vice President, She was responsible for leading a national sales and service organization focused on providing advanced broadband networking solutions and represented over $600 million in revenue. Yet, many people know Sue for her accomplishment on the world's greatest mountains.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Boomer Esiason -- New York USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
Boomer Esiason is the veteran NFL quarterback who led the Cincinnati Bengals to the 1989 Super Bowl. A left-handed quarterback, Esiason starred at the University of Maryland and was chosen by the Bengals in the second round of the 1984 college draft. He became the team's starter in 1985. He was the league's top quarterback in 1988 with a 97.4 rating, completing 223 of 388 passes for 3,572 yards and 28 touchdowns.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Richard Paul Evans -- Utah USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Noted motivational speaker and New York Times best-selling author of six novels and three best-selling children’s books, Richard Paul Evans has sold more than 11 million copies of his books worldwide. His message of hope and humanity led to the formation of “The Christmas Box House International,” an organization created to shelter abused and neglected children. Evans knows business. He was named Ernst & Young's 1997 Utah Entrepreneur of the Year and awarded a special lifetime achievement award. Publisher's Weekly called him a "Marketing Guru;" The Washington Post called him; "a savvy marketer," The New York Times called him a "Master Marketer." More than 10 million Americans have bought his books to be inspired. Just wait until you hear him speak.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Troy Evans -- Arizona USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
On November 12, 1992, Troy Evans was sentenced to 13 years in Federal Prison. He was convicted of five armed bank robberies, in three states, over a six-month crime spree, and was sent to the Federal Correctional Complex in Florence, Colorado. His neighbors included such notorious criminals as Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols. Troy was released on December 13, 1999, over seven and one-half years later. Despite the obstacles that only prison can produce, Troy was determined that his time behind bars would not be wasted time. Education would be his saving grace. When Troy walked out the doors of prison he carried with him two degrees, both obtained with a 4.0 GPA and designation on the Dean’s and President’s list. Troy is now a motivational speaker who shares his story and lessons learned with audiences of all ages.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Sarah Ferguson -- * England, 50.0k to 75.0k
An international personality, successful career woman and single working mother, Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, is an inspiring role model whose extraordinary life is a testament to the powers of faith, resolve and resiliency. Against the backdrop of celebrity and privilege, Ferguson speaks candidly about her perils on the world stage and about her journey from near-ruin to reinvention and redemption.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dennis Fitch -- Illinois USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
On July 19, 1989, Captain Denny Fitch was aboard United flight 232 from Denver to Chicago when the DC-10 lost all hydraulics and all flight controls. He and the crew hold the record of longest time aloft without flight controls. Captain Fitch was commended by President George Bush for his outstanding effort, poise, and courage in assisting the crew in attempting a difficult emergency landing at Sioux City, Iowa. Recognized for his extensive experience as a flight instructor and check airman, Fitch is an FAA check pilot designee and a safety consultant to NASA as a member of the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel. He has been inducted in to the Aviation Hall of Fame at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. He is a sought-after inspirational and motivational speaker and has given numerous presentations to corporate aviation departments.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Steve Ford -- California USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
On August 9, 1974 Gerald R. Ford assumed the reins of the presidency following the resignation of Richard Nixon. Suddenly, Steve Ford was thrust into the role of "First Son." As a speaker, Ford shares a broad range of inspirational stories, including how the family dealt with Betty Ford's battles with alcoholism and breast cancer, his own successful fight to overcoming alcoholism, and the Nixon Pardon. He also offers humorous anecdotes regarding his ten Secret Service Agents, plus provides firsthand details about life on the set of some of Hollywood's biggest movies.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Rulon Gardner -- Utah USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Rulon Gardner is no stranger to daunting circumstances. As a member of the 2000 US Olympic wrestling team, he was pitted against Russian legend Alexander Karelin, in what can only be described as a David versus Goliath scenario. Against harrowing odds, Rulon emerged victorious. In doing so, he immediately captured the admiration and sentiment of Americans, winning the gold medal in one of the biggest upsets in Olympic history. Rulon has again captured the admiration and sentiment as he completes another chapter in his already inspiring and storied life. Gardner recently appeared as a contestant of the NBC television program The Biggest Loser, and is back in a familiar role, inspiring hope and personifying courage.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Yossi Ghinsberg -- CA USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Yossi is unique in his delivery...audiences leave with an understanding of the nature of survival and how life is to be celebrated and taken to the highest level. Yossi's international bestselling book, Jungle, reads like a novel or a movie script...this detailed account of his 20 days lost in the Amazon, has been translated into 6 languages and published in 15 countries. His recently published 2nd book, Laws of the Jungle, has a subtitle that says it all - Jaguars Don't Need Self-Help Books. Yossi challenges audiences: "The problem with life may be that it is not tough enough. When a moment of real struggle emerges, we naturally tap into our survival resources and find ourselves ready to fight. It is the day to day mundane problems that grind us." How do we rise to the challenge of living every day of our life as if it is our last? How can we bring radiating intensity to our thoughts, words and actions? Can we tap into our dormant inner resources?
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Charles Owen Glenn -- California USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
Charles O. Glenn, fluent in all aspects of entertainment marketing, from film and television to electronic media, now brings his 30 years of experience to the motion picture and television production arena. As worldwide head of marketing for Universal, Paramount, Filmways/AIP and Orion Pictures he created and supervised successful and innovative global marketing campaigns for literally hundreds of movies and guided six of them — “The Godfather”, “The Godfather II”, “Amadeus”, “Platoon”, “The Silence of the Lambs” and “Dances With Wolves” to 33 Academy Awards, including Oscars for Best Picture.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Sam Glenn -- Illinois USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Over one million people have been impacted by the wisdom, humor and inspiration of Sam Glenn. Sam has over 10 years business experience as a consultant and business owner. At one time, Sam managed over 100 sales reps throughout the U.S. and Canada. He has spoken to small business owners, real estate agencies, mortgage brokers, educational groups, professional athletic teams, and to audiences as large as 80,000. In July of 2002, Sam had one of the highest honors as a speaker. He was a closing general session speaker for the National Speakers Association.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
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