 | Mike Schlappi, MBA, CSP, Gold Medalist, Author -- Utah USA, 5.0k to 10.0k 
A professional speaker, not just a name, Mike Schlappi makes important events memorable. Mike’s story, “IF YOU CAN’T STAND UP, STAND OUT”, is an overdue reality check for all audiences. Tens of thousands worldwide have felt the impact of this two-time Gold Medalist, World Champion, author, MBA, entrepreneur and family man who did it all from his wheelchair. It is precisely Mike’s ability to connect with audiences on an individual level that makes his story of unyielding, personal ambition and work-life balance so captivating. His patented “Attitude Therapy” not only inspires and educates every walk-of-life; it also brings laughter, tears, insight, and motivation to eager audiences everywhere. Everyone has a story to tell, but it is Mike’s talent on the stage that makes his keynote speech an event to remember. Experience for yourself a certified speaking professional – a real person.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Debra Searle -- England England, 10.0k to 15.0k
Debra Searle (formely Debra Veal) is an honest, open, warm and funny businesswoman, TV presenter and proud owner of a mental strength and determination that inspires and motivates all who meet her. Debra's overwhelming positivity and 'go for it' attitude are contagious, while her modesty is endearing. Debra powerfully illustrates with slides and stunning video footage and leaves her audience in no doubt of their own ability to achieve the extraordinary.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Eric Shanteau -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
On his way to the 2008 Olympics, Eric has ridden a rollercoaster that included being diagnosed with testicular cancer, swimming the fastest 50m breaststroke split in the history of the 200 IM and having his father diagnosed with lung cancer. Despite the turmoil, Eric made the 2008 US Olympic Team in the 200m Breaststroke. Currently training for the 2012 Olympic Games, Eric speaks on the importance of overcoming obstacles to reach your goals, sharing his story with corporations and universities.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Josh Shipp -- California USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
Twentysomething Josh Shipp is an international youth speaker for school assemblies, youth conferences, and educational events. He is celebrating over six years of entertaining, inspiring, and empowering audiences internationally. Abandoned, neglected, and abused as a child, Josh's personal story of triumph over tragedy inspires youth to overcome life struggles and to live life to the fullest.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Robin Sieger -- North Carolina USA, 20.0k to 25.0k
Originally from Scotland, he studied science at the University of Glasgow before going on to fulfill a childhood ambition by becoming a successful comedian, appearing regularly on radio and having his own television show. In 1986, at the age of 29, he was diagnosed with cancer. In what is best described as a wake up call, he began to realize that success is not a matter of luck, but of design. Since then he has spent the last twenty years researching and continues to study the principles behind true success.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Bobbie Staten, RN, MPH, CSP -- Nortth Carolina USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Bobbie is a funny, funny lady. A rare talent with spontaneous, creative, contagious humor. She delivers clean, original material that leaves the participants laughing, thinking, reflecting, and growing. Her timing is superb; her message upbeat; her style, entertaining.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Nikki Stone -- Utah USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Nikki Stone brought home America’s first-ever Olympic Gold medal in the risky sport of inverted aerial skiing in 1998 after overcoming a career-threatening chronic spinal injury less than 18 months earlier. With this personal experience, it’s no surprise that Nikki believes that NO obstacle is too large to overcome. Nikki’s core belief is that every one of us can reach our ultimate goals through a philosophy called the Turtle Effect. She encourages and inspires audiences from top business executives to aspiring athletes by explaining, in detail, the formula she used to achieve success -- and how they can do the same when they stick their necks out.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Jim Stovall -- Oklahoma USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
Faced with the challenge of total blindness, Jim Stovall has gone on to become: a national Olympic weightlifting champion, an Emmy Award winner; the 1997 National Entrepreneur of the Year, the recipient of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 1998 National Blue Chip Enterprise Award and world-renowned author and speaker. Jim Stovall will teach you and your organization how to: change your life by changing your mind, turn your dreams into reality, be the best you can be, take action starting today, and find and fulfill your destiny regardless of your circumstances.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Michael Strahan -- New York USA, 50.0k to 75.0k
SuperBowl Champion Michael Strahan recently signed with Fox Sports to serve as a studio analyst on the Fox NFL Sunday Pregame Show. Michael retired from the NFL after completing his 15th season with the NY Giants and helped lead the team to their dramatic SuperBowl win over the New England Patriots. Michael had a great 2007 season, as he was once again, among the lead leaders in sacks, and served as the leader of one of the top defenses in the NFL. The perennial Pro-Bowler and charismatic leader of the New York Giants, Michael was named the NFL’s 2001 Player of the Year by Paul Zimmerman of Sports Illustrated and named 2001 Defensive Player of the Year by the Associated Press.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Sean Swarner -- Colorado USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Sean Swarner has broken through defined human limitation in order to redefine the way the world views success. Sean realized that after defeating cancer twice, no challenge would ever be too great or any peak too high. Sean proved his theory when he crested the peak of the highest point in the world (Mount Everest) with only partial use of his lungs. As the first cancer survivor to do so, Sean decided to continue climbing and has since topped the highest peaks in Africa, Europe, South America, Australia, Antarctica, and North America. As Sean continues to defy the odds and test his own personal endurance, he continues his dedication toward his mission of sharing his message of healing, hope, and triumph with cancer patients worldwide.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | LeAnn Thieman, RN, CSP -- Colorado USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
A nurse for thirty years and coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Nurse’s Soul, LeAnn Thieman knows first hand the “war zones” of healthcare today. As a renowned motivational speaker, LeAnn shares life-changing lessons learned from her daring Operation Babylift adventure, when she helped to rescue 300 babies as Vietnam was falling to the communists!
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dan Thurmon -- Georgia USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
As an entertainer, Dan has appeared at thousands of events across the country and overseas. He has shared the stage with acts such as The Commodores, Dave Koz, The Neville Brothers, Bella Fleck, Frankie Avalon and Kool and the Gang. He has also appeared many times on national television, including The Late Show with David Letterman. He teaches audiences how to manage the demands of their busy lives with increased focus and decisive action. His unique speaking style, Speaking with Visual Impact, utilizes all of his skills, blending meaningful content with emotionally charged performances.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Charity Tillemann-Dick -- New York USA, Contact for fee schedule
You'll never sing again, said her doctor. But in a story from the very edge of medical possibility, operatic soprano Charity Tillemann-Dick tells a double story of survival -- of her body, from a double lung transplant, and of her spirit, fueled by an unwavering will to sing.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Joe Torre -- New York USA, 50.0k to 75.0k
On November 2, 1995, Joe Torre was named Manager of the New York Yankees. In becoming the 31st manager in team history, he joined Casey Stengel, Yogi Berra and Dallas Green as the fourth skipper to wear both Yankee and New York Met uniforms. At the podium, Torre offers an inspiring story of personal and professional triumph. Drawing on championship memories and his own inspiring story of cancer recovery, he energizes people to compete and to find within themselves the will to succeed. He also demonstrates the need for selfless teamwork as a key component to reaching a common goal.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dara Torres -- Florida USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
Since her first international race at the age of 14, Dara Torres has proven that she is far from your average athlete. As a student at the University of Florida, she earned the maximum possible number of 28 NCAA All-American swimming awards. As the first US swimmer to compete in four Olympic Games, Dara set three World records and won nine Olympic medals, including four gold. In the Sydney Olympic Games alone, after a seven-year break from competitive swimming, Dara won gold in the 400m freestyle and 400m MR and bronze in the 50m freestyle, 100m freestyle, and the 100m butterfly. After the 2000 Olympics, Dara retired again to start a family, but dove right back into swimming in the 2006 Masters Nationals where she broke a world record, just three weeks after her daughter’s birth. And in August 2007 Dara won another National title and broke her own 7 year old American Record in the 50 Freestyle.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dan Tripps, Ph.D -- Washington USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
Dan G. Tripps is an author and professor who has devoted his life's work to understanding the psychology of achievement and to helping individuals find greatness professionally and personally. Dr. Tripps' clients range from Nike, Wells Fargo Bank and Coldwell-Banker to the Rotary International, the Seminar Center of New York and the Association of National Olympic Committees. He is the author of The Heart of Success: Conversations with Notable Achievers, Why People Rule the Earth and In Search of Greatness: Attributes of Achievement and Lessons for Life.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Peter Vidmar -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
In 1984, what began as an ad became a forecast of the future. Peter Vidmar captained the US Men's Gymnastics Team to its first-ever Olympic Gold Medal. He also captured the gold in the pommel horse - scoring a perfect 10. And he won a Silver Medal while becoming the first American to medal in the individual all-around men's competition. His winning performances averaged 9.89, making him the highest scoring US male gymnast in Olympic history. Today, Peter translates his skills as a leader and motivator into inspirational presentations for Fortune 500 companies looking to benefit from his Gold Medal performances. In addition to his Olympic success, he has numerous NCAA and international titles, an economics degree from UCLA, and experience as a television announcer for CBS. He also serves on the Executive Committee of USA Gymnastics and the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports for the State of California. In short, Peter is in a category all his own.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Ed Viesturs -- Washington UAS, 20.0k to 25.0k
Ed Viesturs is America’s leading high-altitude mountaineer, and has climbed many of the world’s most challenging summits. In May of 2004, Ed Viesturs became one of only two non-Sherpa to summit Mount Everest for the sixth time. He is the only American and one of only five people to climb the six highest peaks in the world without supplemental oxygen. Ed Viesturs is currently on a quest to climb the world’s fourteen highest mountains without the use of supplemental oxygen, and has successfully climbed thirteen to date.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Nick Vujicic -- California USA, Contact for fee schedule
Meet Nick Vujicic... Born in 1982 in Melbourne, Australia, without any medical explanation or warning, Nicholas Vujicic (pronounced Voy-a-chich) came into the world with neither arms nor legs. Though only twenty-six years old, Nick Vujicic has a unique ability to challenge adults and their perspectives. He encourages his audiences to dream big and inspires them to improve their own attitude regarding the obstacles in their lives. His accomplishments, in spite of his disability, are a constant reminder that the every day challenges we face can be overcome.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Scott Waddle -- North Carolina USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
An inspirational leader with uncompromising ethical standards, Scott Waddle graduated at the top of his class at Annapolis. With 20 years of experience in the construction, maintenance and operation of nuclear-powered submarines, in 1998 he was handpicked from a highly competitive field of 250 naval officers to command the improved Los Angeles class Fast Attack nuclear submarine USS Greeneville. As commanding officer of Greeneville, he managed a 140-man crew. On the fateful day of February 9, 2001, Commander Waddle's life was forever changed when he gave the order to perform an emergency surface maneuver that inadvertently caused the nine-thousand ton submarine to collide with the Ehime Maru, a 500 ton Japanese fishing vessel, killing nine people on board. Against the advise of his attorney and the Navy's direction, he took responsibility for the accident. Commander Waddle's compelling story about a tragic ordeal and the choices that followed is a lesson about integrity, faith, and resilience.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
<-- Previous page of Inspiration speakers | Next page of Inspiration speakers -->
|
|
