 | Oksana Baiul -- New Jersey USA, Contact for fee schedule
Oksana Baiul is one of the world’s most famous figure skaters. When she was only sixteen, she captured the hearts of millions as they viewed her stunning victory at the Lillehammer Winter Olympics, and her amazing story was told the world over. Soon after, Barbara Walters named Baiul “One of the 10 Most Fascinating Personalities” of the year.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Amanda Beard -- Arizona USA, 15.0k to 20.0k
Four-time Olympian Amanda Beard opens up about her personal struggles outside the pool at a women’s conference in Connecticut. Amanda is more than just a seven-time Olympic Medalist, she is now a mother and a wife. Her road hasn’t always been an easy one and she shared her ups-and-downs with the women at the conference. Amanda’s life outside of the Olympics only make her more relatable as a speaker. She is a great draw for women’s conferences, corporate events, motivational speaking and universities alike.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Natalie Coughlin -- , Contact for fee schedule 
One of the most well-rounded swimmers ever, Natalie Coughlin combines power, speed and beauty. One of the poster faces of the 2004 USA Olympic team, Coughlin bought pride to her nation with her performance. Coughlin left the 2004 Olympic Games as the most decorated female athlete, having won a total of five medals. At the 2007 World Championships, the biggest international swimming event leading up to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, Coughlin finished as the world's most decorated female swimmer in World Championship history. Coughlin's success at the 2007 World Championships followed her to Beijing, where at the 2008 Olympics, she won an astounding 6 medals, a first for any woman athlete at the games. She has positioned herself as one of the most exciting and marketable athletes in today's world, as well as one of the most talented swimmers in history.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Jim Craig -- Massachusetts USA, 20.0k to 25.0k
Olympic gold medalist Jim Craig, goaltender for the 1980 U.S. “Miracle on Ice” hockey team, is in demand from coast to coast and internationally as a motivational speaker, spokesperson, marketing and sales strategist, and master storyteller. He is president of Gold Medal Strategies, a Boston-area based motivational speaking and sales training company. Jim travels the country speaking in front of corporate audiences and non-profit groups. His talks have motivated, inspired, and instructed employees of Coca-Cola, Coors, Walt Disney, Fidelity, Dunkin’ Donuts, John Hancock, KPMG, NBC, Ocean Spray, Evergreen Financial, Sun Life Financial, and other companies that hold some of the world’s most recognized brands.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Josh Davis -- Texas USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
In 1996 Josh Davis made history by becoming the only man in any sport from any nation at the Atlanta Olympic Games to win 3 gold medals. With a passion for representing our country, Josh returned to the Olympics in Sydney in 2000 where he was elected Captain of the USA Men's swim Team. He went on to break the American record three times in his event the 200 meter free-style and won two silver medals at the 2000 Sydney Games. After 2 Olympics and 5 medals, Josh has established himself as ambassador for the sport of swimming and is pioneering the road for the next generation of professional swimmers.
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 |
 | Mike Eruzione -- Massachusetts USA, 20.0k to 25.0k
Millions of Americans remember Mike Eruzione as the captain of the United States Olympic Hockey Team that beat the odds to win the Gold Medal at the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. It was his decisive winning goal that beat the Soviet team and stunned the world. Following the team’s triumph, Eruzione went on to broadcast for network television. He broadcast Olympic commentary from Sarajevo, Los Angeles, and Calgary for ABC, and from Albertville and Lillehammer for CBS. In preparation for the 1994 Winter Olympic Games, Eruzione joined the Olympic Hockey Tour to promote the United States team. A gifted orator, Eruzione is an icon of his 1980 storybook team and an inspiration in the face of even the most seemingly insurmountable of odds. A speaker that sets audiences at ease with his friendliness, outgoing nature, and quick smile, he is an all-time favorite for all the right reasons.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Janet Evans -- California USA, 15.0k to 20.0k
Olympic Swimmer Janet Evans was one of the stars of the 1988 Seoul Olympics, winning gold medals in the 400- and 800-meter freestyle events and the 400-meter individual medley. Her time of 4:03.85 in the 400-meter freestyle was a world record.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Mitch Gaylord -- Texas USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Mitch Gaylord first thrilled the world over a decade ago as he led the United States men's gymnastics team to its 1984 Olympic gold medal victory. He is the first American Gymnast to receive a perfect "10" in the Olympic Games. He went on to capture an additional silver for vaulting and two bronze medals for rings and parallel bars. Since that time, Gaylord has served on the President's Council on Physical Fitness and has appeared in films, television and commercials. Recognized as one who inspires, motivates and entertains, Gaylord is fast becoming one of the nation's most sought-after speakers. He is currently writing his first book.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Scott Hamilton -- Tennessee USA, 25.0k to 30.0k
Clearly one of the most sought after keynote speakers and most popular figure skating stars in the world today, Scott Hamilton is an Olympic Gold Medalist, Network TV skating commentator, actor, performer, producer, Emmy Award nominee, best-selling author, role model, humanitarian, philanthropist, and a cancer and brain tumor survivor. His motto is: "The only disability in life is a bad attitude."
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Mia Hamm -- California USA, 50.0k to 75.0k
Mia Hamm is recognized as the world's best all-around women's soccer player and one of the most popular female athletes in history. The all-time leading international scorer, for men and women, Hamm led the Olympic team to a gold medal in 1996 and a silver medal in 2000. In 1991, she was the youngest player on the World Championship team, and in 1999, she led the team to another World Cup win. Hamm also helped form the Women's United Soccer Association. As a founding player, she currently leads the league?s Washington Freedom team. Admired for her athletic ability, sportsmanship, determination and commitment, she has been named one of People magazines "50 Most Beautiful People."
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Bruce Jenner -- California USA, 25.0k to 30.0k
Bruce Jenner captivated the world when he broke the world record by scoring 8,634 points in the decathlon at the 1976 Olympic Games and earned the title "World's Greatest Athlete." In the years since Jenner has become a highly respected motivational speaker sports commentator, entrepreneur, commercial spokesperson, television personality, actor, producer and author. He also serves on the Council of Champions for the Special Olympics, and the Governor's Council for Physical Fitness and Sports, and is an avid supporter of many other charitable organizations. His message, "Finding the Champion Within," is relevant to people everywhere, whether they're high school athletes or corporate vice presidents.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Jackie Joyner-Kersee -- Missouri USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
Jacqueline "Jackie" Joyner-Kersee was born March 3,1962 in East St. Louis, Illinois, to a family that sometimes lacked material possessions "but always had love." She was also blessed with a talent, a supportive family and a quiet yet unshakable belief in herself. That foundation lead Joyner-Kersee to become a high school basketball and track star, and eventually lead to a scholarship in basketball to the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). There she earned a B.A. in history, while also distinguishing herself in the sport of track and field, dominating the long jump and heptathlon.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Alison Korn -- Ontario Canada, 2.5k to 5.0k
Alison is a five-year member of the Canadian National Team, a two-time World Champion and a two-time Olympic medallist. Themes of her speaking engagements have included teamwork, oversoming obstacles and committment to a goal.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Eric LeMarque -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Is an international speaker, best-selling author, a professional, National, and world-class ice hockey player and one of the world’s most famous, unrelenting and compelling survivors. Eric is a highly recommended gripping keynote speaker; his expertise in life with his inspirational and motivational messages have captured audiences earning him a rank as one of the nation’s next generation, top speakers. Eric has appeared on news programs, network television and has been quoted in hundreds of publications. Eric’s resounding triumph and full circle story is touching the lives of so many. You will love his humor, his genuine character and his sincerity which sets the audience at ease. Eric is fast becoming a favorite standing-ovation speaker!
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Greg Louganis -- California USA, 15.0k to 20.0k
Greg Louganis began competing in diving at age 10. By 16, he had won his first Olympic medal, a silver medal on the platform in 1976. At 24, he became the first man in 56 years to win two gold medals in diving by winning both the platform and springboard events. In 1988, competing against divers half his age, he became the first to win double gold medals for diving in two consecutive Olympics. Greg is a six time World Champion and has held 47 National Championship titles.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Misty May-Treanor -- California USA, 25.0k to 30.0k
Beach Volleyball champion Misty May-Treanor and partner Kerri Walsh captured their second Olympic Gold Medal at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics and became the first team ever to repeat as back-to-back champs. The victory also marked their 108th straight match win. Upon her return from the Beijing Games, Misty gladly accepted a role on ABC’s hit-show Dancing with the Stars. She even pulled double duty as she and Kerri captured the Manhattan Beach Open for the fourth straight year and were crowned AVP Crocs Cup Champions for the third straight year, all while Misty continued with her duties on Dancing with the Stars. Misty was one of the rising talents of Dancing with the Stars until an Achilles injury derailed her shot at the trophy. After undergoing successful surgery, Misty now looks forward to getting ready for the 2009 AVP season as well as a possible return to Dancing with the Stars
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Cary Mullen -- Alberta Canada, 10.0k to 15.0k
If your ideal vision is to book a compelling Keynote Speaker for your next company event, and to do it easily and professionally, then you’re in luck. Cary shares his "Process for Success" that transcends the world of sports to help you and your organization reach even higher levels of excellence. Imagine the thrill and the fear of standing at the top of the world's most feared mountain, knowing that you will risk your life in your "Quest for Success." Take a ride with Cary Mullen and you will feel the adrenalin and the excitement of skiing at 151 km per hour (97 mph) and the thrill of Olympic glory and World Cup Victory.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | John Naber -- California USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
One of today's top motivational speakers, Olympic Gold Medalist John Naber is also one of America's leading television analysts, commentators, and hosts, providing viewers with unique and entertaining perspectives on the "behind-the-scenes" stories of today's most exciting athletes. He is the author of Awaken the Olympian Within: Stories from America's Greatest Olympic Motivators. He has covered six Olympics including the Winter Games in Nagano, Japan, and has served as the play-by-play host on ABC's Wide World of Sports. As an Olympian, Naber captured four gold medals, one silver, and broke four world records. As a speaker, he shows audiences how goal setting, persistence, and attitude can make a major difference in realizing one's dreams.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Maureen OToole -- California USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Maureen O'Toole is widely regarded worldwide as the greatest female water polo player of all time. O’Toole has almost single handedly carried women’s water polo from its infancy in the Unites States to become an Olympic medal sport. She was named the Most Valuable Player of the Women’s National Team 15 times, U.S. Water Polo Female Athlete of the Year five times, World Water Polo Female Athlete of the Year six times, and named to the U.S. Water Polo All-American team a record 28 times. Now retired from competitive water polo, O’Toole is the founder of The Pursuit of Excellence Sports Academy, a non-profit foundation that teaches self-esteem and leadership training in a sports environment for girls 8-18 years of age.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
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