Molly Bloom

Molly Bloom delivers gripping keynotes on resilience, integrity, and reinvention, shaped by elite sport, entrepreneurship, and global attention.

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"Molly is awesome! Period. I have heard many private speakers and she set the bar very high for future events. Our event exceeded expectations on every level. The only negative: no one wanted to leave. Every single attendee, without exception, called or emailed me the next day with sincere and genuine praise for Molly. Her insights from how to deal with adversity to optimizing risk management blew everyone away."

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Why book Molly Bloom for your next event

A rare voice shaped by elite sport, high-stakes business, and global media attention, delivering lessons that stay with audiences long after.
Brings unmatched credibility through lived experience, sharing hard-earned insights on pressure, ethics, resilience, and leadership.
A captivating storyteller who connects deeply, leaving audiences motivated, grounded, and ready to face challenges with clarity.

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Inspiring Success: Lessons from a High-Stakes Journey

Molly Bloom is one of the most compelling keynote speakers on resilience, integrity, and reinvention. Known worldwide as the subject of the Oscar-nominated film Molly’s Game, Bloom brings audiences inside a life shaped by elite competition, extreme pressure, and defining moral choices. From her years as a U.S. Ski Team athlete to building and losing a multimillion-dollar business, her story is both dramatic and deeply human. On stage, Molly Bloom delivers raw honesty, sharp insight, and unforgettable storytelling that resonates across industries.

Who Is Molly Bloom

Molly Bloom’s life defies conventional paths. Raised in Colorado, she emerged early as a world-class skier, overcoming a severe scoliosis diagnosis and spinal fusion surgery that doctors believed would end her athletic future. Against all odds, Bloom returned to the slopes, earned a place on the U.S. Ski Team at 19, and rose to become the third-ranked mogul skier in North America. Her Olympic dreams ended abruptly after a devastating crash during a qualifying run, forcing her to retire from the sport she loved at just 21.

This turning point became the first of many moments that would shape Bloom’s perspective on adversity, identity, and personal strength. Rather than retreat, she redirected her ambition and resilience into an entirely new arena.

From Athlete to Entrepreneur

After completing her political science degree at the University of Colorado, Bloom planned to attend law school. Instead, she took a one-year sabbatical and moved to Los Angeles, a decision that altered the course of her life. Working as a waitress and personal assistant, she was exposed to the world of exclusive, high-stakes poker games played by celebrities and power brokers.

Teaching herself the business from the ground up, Bloom eventually took a bold risk and went out on her own. What followed was the creation of the most exclusive private poker game in the world, with no-limit stakes that could exceed $100 million. Her players included some of the most recognizable names in entertainment and sports. At just 25, Bloom had built a multimillion-dollar enterprise fueled by intelligence, discretion, and relentless work ethic.

Integrity Under Pressure

Bloom’s success also attracted intense scrutiny. After six years at the helm of her business, she faced an FBI raid that dismantled everything she had built. In the midst of legal battles, public speculation, and financial ruin, Bloom made a defining choice: she refused to compromise her values. Even when cooperation could have eased her situation, she held firm to her principles.

This commitment to integrity became the cornerstone of her next chapter. With her resources gone and her reputation under attack, Bloom turned to writing. While publishers expressed interest in her story, many demanded she reveal names. Bloom declined, determined not to sacrifice her moral standards for success.

Molly’s Game: From Memoir to Film

Molly Bloom’s perseverance paid off when she found a publisher willing to work on her terms. Molly’s Game became a bestselling memoir, praised for its honesty, intelligence, and restraint. Bloom went on to convince Aaron Sorkin to adapt the book into a feature film, which earned Academy Award recognition and introduced her story to a global audience.

The film cemented Bloom as a cultural figure, but it also underscored the deeper themes that define her speaking work today: the cost of ambition, the weight of choice, and the power of personal accountability.

Molly Bloom as a Keynote Speaker

Today, Molly Bloom is a top-booked inspirational speaker whose keynotes leave a lasting impact. She speaks with clarity about pressure, resilience, ethics, and rebuilding after public failure. Her experiences resonate with leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and teams navigating high-stakes environments.

Bloom’s speaking style is direct, engaging, and deeply authentic. She does not offer platitudes; she shares lessons earned through lived experience. Audiences connect with her ability to articulate complex challenges in a way that feels personal and actionable.

Author, Podcast Host, and Advocate

Beyond the stage, Bloom continues to shape meaningful conversations. She is the host of the award-winning podcast Torched, where she explores the untold stories of world-class athletes and the realities behind greatness. The podcast examines Olympic controversies, the heat of competition, and the personal toll of elite performance, from the Tour de France to the World Cup.

During the COVID pandemic, Bloom co-founded the One World Group with her husband, neuroscientist Devin Effinger, creating a global online community focused on connection, resilience, and support, particularly for women facing personal challenges.

Book Molly Bloom for Your Event

Booking Molly Bloom means bringing a speaker who understands pressure from every angle. Her journey spans elite sport, entrepreneurship, public scrutiny, and personal reinvention. She speaks with credibility, courage, and purpose, offering audiences insights that are as practical as they are powerful.

Molly Bloom’s story is not about poker or fame, it is about character. For organizations seeking a keynote speaker who inspires accountability, resilience, and ethical leadership, Molly Bloom delivers an experience that is unforgettable and transformative.

Customer Reviews

Ron CEO, Teramo Advisors

"Molly hit every note. She held the attention of the entire room for the whole hour as our players were in complete silence and full attention."

Meg, PhD Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Club

“In my 15 years here, she’s one of the best speakers we’ve ever had. Her authenticity and connection made all the difference.” -

Kevin Pharmaceutical Company

“Molly Bloom was FANTASTIC. Great story, message and delivery. And on a personal level, she's wonderful to work with. A great experience all around.” -

Ron NetOne

“Molly is absolutely unreal. I was obsessed with her before but am even more obsessed with her now – and so are every single one of our attendees. She is so kind, hilarious and engaging. I got to spend some one on one time with her and it was amazing. I cannot say enough good things about her. She will be the top keynote – mark my word! And, I was a bit nervous about our 85% male audience that all have really high expectations and let me tell you they LOVED her.”

Event Marketing Manager IQmetrix

“Please thank Molly for generously sharing her time, wisdom, and experiences with us. Her presentation was not only informative but also engaging, creating a lasting impression that will undoubtedly influence our guests. We appreciate the dedication and effort she put into delivering such a memorable talk. Molly's insights have sparked new ideas and perspectives within me and every guest of the event.”

Event Team Lead, CPA.Club International Forum

Keynotes

Keynote by speaker Molly Bloom:

Molly's Game: The true story of the woman behind the most exclusive, high-stakes underground poker game in the world

What’s it like to run an exclusive poker game for the rich and famous? Molly Bloom went from Olympic-level skier who didn’t know a thing about poker or Hollywood to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. In this motivational talk, Bloom will show the sales and marketing skills she used to attract hundreds of millions of dollars to the game and spark the interest of players like Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, A-Rod, and Ben Affleck. Audiences will get the inside story not shown in the film as Bloom shares true-life tales of her experience.

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Keynote by speaker Molly Bloom:

Engage, Connect & Level up with affective presence

In today’s world of media overload and disconnection, it’s increasingly more important to connect and engage effectively with people for work, family and in everyday life. Affective Presence is the exciting and previously unexplored science of how you connect and engage with people, make them feel, and create an impact. It is a buildable skill that has the potential to transform the lives of those who employ it and make the world a better place.

From running the largest poker games in the world, populated by some of the richest and most powerful, to convincing Aaron Sorkin, the highest paid screenwriter in Hollywood to adapt her book, to becoming one of the most booked speakers in the industry, Molly Bloom has identified the through line responsible for her success, Affective Presence.

In this interactive session, you will learn the top methods for building Affective Presence, develop practical takeaways and practice how to engage and connect with people for all aspects of work and life.

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Defying the Odds: Molly Bloom's Odyssey of Adversity, Reinvention, and Triumph

Molly Bloom is a testament to unwavering resilience and transformative reinvention. From her early days as a competitive skier facing a life-altering diagnosis at age 12, to her defiance of medical advice to pursue her Olympic dreams, Molly’s journey embodies the essence of overcoming adversity.

Venturing into uncharted territory during a gap year in Los Angeles, Molly stumbled into the clandestine world of high-stakes poker, where she ascended to become at age 25, the mastermind of the most exclusive games frequented by A-list celebrities, politicians, and elite figures. However, her trajectory was not without its pitfalls, as she grappled with the dark underbelly of greed and deception, leading to a fateful encounter with the FBI and a pivotal decision that would redefine her legacy.

Through the lens of Molly’s extraordinary life, uncover the essential pillars of success amidst insurmountable odds. Drawing on principles of growth mindset and fear mastery, delve into the science-backed strategies that empowered Molly to navigate uncharted waters with courage and conviction. From cultivating resilience and accountability to forging meaningful connections and honing problem-solving skills, Molly’s saga offers invaluable insights for personal and professional growth.

Join Molly on a transformative journey of self-discovery and redemption, as she navigates setbacks and challenges with unwavering tenacity and moral clarity. Through her example, discover the profound impact of self-belief, emotional intelligence, and ethical fortitude in shaping a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Embark on a narrative rich with wisdom, inspiration, and practical takeaways, as Molly Bloom’s indomitable spirit serves as a guiding light for those striving to surmount obstacles, embrace change, and forge their own path to success against all odds.

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Keynote by Molly Bloom:

Make Every Customer Feel like a High Roller

Molly Bloom didn’t know a thing about running a poker business when she was asked to set up the most exclusive high stakes poker game in Hollywood. She was faced with the daunting question: how do you create an experience that will keep the rich and famous coming back when they can go anywhere to play poker? Molly found if she built a unique customer culture, not only would players come back, the game would become so exclusive that everyone would want to be a part of it. In this exciting and informative talk, Bloom shows how she created an experience like no other for her players and how you can apply the same principles for creating an exclusive experience for your customers.

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