About Brian Holloway

Brian Holloway built his foundation for leadership on the field long before he stepped onto global stages. As a Stanford All-American and 5-time NFL All-Pro, he became a central force on the 1985 New England Patriots Super Bowl team. At only 23, he became the youngest Vice President of the NFL Players Association, a role earned through trust, discipline and a strategic understanding of what drives performance at the highest level.

He played eight standout seasons with the Patriots and two with the Los Angeles Raiders before retiring in 1992 after a respected and influential career.

In 2013, the Baltimore Ravens brought him in as a mentor, coach and motivator just days before their victory in Super Bowl XLVII. This experience reaffirmed his ability to activate focus, intensity and competitive readiness when it matters most.

Book Brian Holloway for Your Event

Organizations around the world bring in Brian Holloway when they want teams to think bigger, work sharper and move with purpose. With more than 200 Fortune 500 clients, his influence spans technology, finance, retail, energy, consumer brands and education.

He played a significant role during the HP and Compaq merger, helping unite two powerful corporate cultures while reinforcing shared goals, communication and values.

His client list includes Wal-Mart, Honeywell, Bank of America, Apple, AT&T, Cisco, State Farm, AIG, Reebok, Google, Best Buy and many others. He has been invited to speak at Harvard Business School, Stanford, Yale, Princeton and New York Graduate School of Business.

Brian has appeared on CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, ESPN, Good Morning America and the Today Show, and has been featured in USA Today, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the LA Times and the Chicago Tribune.

What Audiences Gain

Brian Holloway’s keynotes are shaped by personal experience, competitive insight and vivid storytelling. Audiences gain:

• Real NFL game footage that highlights decision-making and competitive excellence.
• Clear strategies for focus, accountability and communication under pressure.
• Fast-moving stories that connect personal challenge with professional performance.
• Tools for building strong culture and team alignment.
• Practical takeaways that leaders and teams can apply immediately.

Growing up in 12 states and once labeled a “slow learner,” Brian pushed through early challenges to earn academic and athletic recognition. Recruited by hundreds of universities, he chose Stanford, excelling in football and track under Coach Bill Walsh.

Commitment, Service & Impact

Beyond sports and business, Brian Holloway has contributed to education, community development and long-term leadership programs. He helped create the first College Degree Completion Program for professional athletes and played a key role in developing the Challenger Center for Space Science Education, a living memorial to the Challenger crew.

His community involvement includes supporting Special Olympics, D.A.R.E., inner-city youth programs and initiatives for the homeless. He also serves on the Stanford Athletic Board, continuing his commitment to the university’s athletic and academic community.

A Speaker Who Transforms Thinking

Brian Holloway is recognized for his direct style, intensity and ability to break through mental barriers. With 16 years inside championship-level sports and more than a decade advising global companies, he brings a rare perspective on leadership, sales performance and organizational execution.

Today, his messages reach over one million people worldwide, and his contributions to leadership development earned recognition from President Bill Clinton as one of America’s top emerging voices.

Organizations book Brian Holloway because he drives clarity, courage and momentum. His keynotes challenge teams to think differently, compete harder and build the mindset needed for extraordinary results.