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Olympic Athletes

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Speakers about olympic athletes (31)

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Vince Poscente

Vince Poscente uses his experience and sharp sense of humor to provide sought-after opening and closing keynote speeches to varied audiences.

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There is no shortage of former professional athletes who have become professional speakers, but Vince Poscente takes things to the next level. His story of going from skiing with friends to the Canadian Olympic team is inspiring and his authorship...

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Edith Bosch

Edith Bosch is a 3-time Olympic medalist in judo, an author, and co-owner of AYWE, an education agency focused on innovation in personal development.

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Edith Bosch is a Dutch judoka and motivational speaker, born on May 31, 1980. She has won numerous medals in international competitions, including three Olympic medals, a World title, and four European titles. In addition to her athletic career,...

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Jack Hunter-Spivey

If you think disability is an obstacle to achieving your dreams, then Jack Hunter Spivey proves otherwise. Through his talks, he inspires many to look beyond physical or mental limitations.

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Jack Spivey is a British Paralympic table tennis star born in May 1995. His arrival on the planet did not come without difficulty and his struggles are well-documented. For instance, he was already with cerebral palsy while in his mother's womb. And...

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Mark Spitz

Having successfully plied his trade in swimming, Mark Spitz is now a motivational speaker of international standing. He speaks at sports forums, business conferences, and other events. He specializes in topics such as sports, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

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Born in 1950 in Modesto, California, Mark Spitz is one of the greatest living swimming legends. He is best remembered for winning seven Olympics gold medals during a single edition of the tournament in 1972. No Olympiad had achieved that feat...

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Clive Woodward

Sir Clive Woodward is a former Head Coach of England's rugby team and led them to World Cup victory in 2003. He also served as Team GB's Director of Sport for the Beijing, Vancouver, and London Olympics. He is currently the Founder and Chairman of Hive Learning and Director of Sport for the Apex2100 International Ski Academy.

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Sir Clive Woodward is a world-renowned coach and leader, with a proven track record of success having led England to Rugby World Cup victory in 2003 and Team GB to their most successful Olympic Games in 2012. He is an expert in leadership and...

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Colin Jackson

Away from the race track (as a trainer of athletes), Colin is one of the forces to reckon with in the speaking industry. Some of his featured topics include overcoming diversity, mental health, goal setting, resilience, and performance, among others.

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Famed for his talent as a hurdler, Colin claimed numerous victories representing Wales and Great Britain. He was a 111m hurdles specialist who set several records and went on to retire with one bronze, eight silver, and 12 gold medals. But that was...

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Chris Holmes

Chris is Britain’s most successful Paralympic swimmer winning a total of 9 golds, 5 silvers and 1 bronze. He was also Director of Paralympic Integration, responsible for the organisation of the 2012 Paralympic Games in London.

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Chris is a passionate advocate for the potential of technology and the benefits of diversity and inclusion. He campaigns for more accessible environments for disabled people and has conducted an independent review for the Government that made...

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Dara Torres

Being the oldest swimmer to win an Olympic medal at age 41, Dara shares her inspiring story that you're never too old to break through barriers and make your dreams come true, no matter how big they are.

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Dara Torres is regarded as the fastest American swimmer. She dived into swimming at 14 and represented her country (USA) in the Olympics only ten years later (1994). In 2008, Dara went into history books as the oldest swimmer to participate in the...

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Cath Bishop

Dr Cath Bishop is a triple Olympian, former British diplomat, leadership and culture coach. Cath teaches on Executive Education programmes at the Judge Business School, Cambridge University and is the author of an acclaimed book, ‘The Long Win’, one of the FT’s top 10 Business books of 2020.

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Cath Bishop draws on her varied experiences as an Olympic rower and British diplomat to offer engaging keynote speeches on leadership and...

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Aimee Mullins

Groundbreaking Athlete, Fashion Icon, Actor, TED All-Star, 2nd Youngest Inductee to the National Women's Hall of Fame, and Design Innovator

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Aimée first received worldwide media attention as an athlete. Born without fibulae in both legs, Aimée’s medical prognosis was discouraging; she was told she would never walk and would likely spend the rest of her life using a wheelchair. In an...

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Adam Peaty

Olympic Champion who is the only swimmer in history to hold all major global championships at the same time & the only British swimmer to ever retain their Olympic title.

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He holds 19 of the top 20 fastest times for the 100m breaststroke and has broken that World Record 14...

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Connor Fields

Connor Fields is a three-time Olympian, two-time World Champion, and the first American to win Olympic BMX Gold.

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Through authentic and engaging storytelling, Connor provides real-world strategies for peak performance, inspires resiliency, and motivates audiences towards greater...

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Nicola Adams

As the first woman to achieve an Olympic Boxing Gold medal, Nicola Adams has inspired generations of women to reach their athletic goals and is one of the most influential LGBTQI people in Britain.

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Born in Leeds, Nicola Adams was the first woman to win an Olympic Gold medal for boxing during the London 2012 games. Since then, she has gone on to win the gold medal in the flyweight category at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, along with achieving...

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Darren Campbell MBE

Sprint athlete, Olympic gold medallist and one of Britain's most successful and popular athletes.

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Darren Campbell is a talent with a genuine winning mentality and commitment to put the work in to achieve the required outcome. Whether in his sprinting days, playing semi professional football or managing his sports supplement business, P-A-S...

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Michael Johnson

As one of the fastest sprinters to grace the global athletic stage, Michael Johnson shares his journey to Olympic glory. With a winner’s mindset, he brings inspiration to corporate audiences who revel in his story of triumph.

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Focusing on success principles, Johnson has proven that dreams are possible with a commitment to obtaining a goal and the dedication to overcome hardships along the way. He is the first sprinter in history to win both the 200- and 400-meter races at...

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Helen Richardson-Walsh

Team Behavior and Value Expert uses her sports experience to explain her thoughts on team psychology and behaviors

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Helen started her international career in 1999 at the age of 17 and became the youngest ever woman to represent GB hockey at an Olympics in Sydney the following year. She went on to compete at four Olympic Games and as part of the senior leadership...

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Kate Richardson-Walsh

Professional hockey player Kate Richardson-Walsh shares her insights into inclusion. She helps audiences explore their thoughts on stereotyping and diversity.

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Kate Richardson-Walsh, is the most capped female hockey player in her country’s history, and was captain of GB women’s hockey teams for 13 years. An inspirational and charismatic leader, Kate was one of the many key builders and drivers of...

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Chris Froome

Chris Froome OBE, is widely acknowledged as the greatest professional road cyclist of his generation, having won the Tour de France no less than four times.

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Chris rode for Team Sky/INEOS for a ten-year period before joining Israel Start-Up Nation on January 1st 2021, in the pursuit of his record-breaking 5th Tour de France...

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Johnny Quinn

Johnny equips his audience to embrace change, accept risks and learn to PUSH Through the Barriers, to live a life on purpose.

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Speaker Johnny Quinn is an Olympian and former pro football athlete helping organizations optimize their stance in the workplace. Johnny implements ideas on how employees can channel into their own olympian mindset and the steps into creating such...

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Ian Rose

Resilience Coach, Motivational Speaker & Double Paralympic Medallist

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Speaker Ian Rose is a Paralympian, first rising to fame as the Judo World Champion in 1995; as his life progressed, he faced adversities which, since then, has allowed him to reach organizations of all kinds regarding topics of motivation and...

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Tessa Sanderson

Six times Olympian and winner of a gold medal at the 1984 Olympics. The only British woman to win a throwing gold medal

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Motivational speaker Tessa Sanderson has competed in six Olympic Games from 1976 to 1996. She is best-known for winning an Olympic gold medal for the javelin in 1984, and she is currently the only British woman ever to win a throwing gold medal....

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Penny Heyns

Double Olympic Champion, Author and Professional Speaker Penny Heyns can help you make a difference in your life

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Speaker Penny Heyns is a businesswoman, guest television presenter and the world’s greatest female breaststroke swimmer. As a presenter, Penny delivers a powerful message of hope and inspiration for audiences all over the world. Her experience as...

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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

Legendary paralympic athlete & commentator having many different skills, which makes an unusually great speaker

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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is Britain's most successful Paralympic athlete. In combination with her English wit and lively personality, her ample experience from the worlds of sport, business, and politics makes her an unusually inspiring...

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Ronan Tynan

Medical doctor, paralympian, recording artist and motivational speaker moving people like few others can

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Our keynote speaker Ronan Tynan, MD is a successful artist, storyteller, and his ability to inspire, motivate, and empower audiences make his performances unique. Dr. Ronan Tynan has performed at historic events including Ronald Reagan’s funeral...

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Shannon Miller

7 Time Olympic Medalist, Health and Fitness Advocate, Empowerment Coach. and Cancer Survivor.

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Keynote speaker Shannon Miller is the most decorated gymnast in American history, a successful businesswoman, a cancer survivor, and a loving wife and mother. Shannon’s life on and off the gymnastics floor is simply inspiring. Shannon’s topics...

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Derek Redmond

Motivational speaker, World Championship gold medalist and British athlete legend who broke the British 400 meter record twice

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Keynote speaker Derek Redmond is a European and World Championship gold medalist and encouraging presenter. He takes his audiences through a gripping roller coaster ride of emotions, cataloguing the highs and lows of his career and providing a...

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Jason Lezak

Athlete and Olympic gold medalist with an admirable will to succeed and special talent for connecting with audiences

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Our keynote speaker Jason Lezak began swimming at the age of 5 and grew up to become an All-American in Water-Polo. Jason’s ability to connect with his audience on a personal level shows his dedication to his message. He’s humble but passionate...

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Frank Dick OBE

Corporate coaching consultant, Chair of Scottish Athletics and President of the European Athletics Coaches Association

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His expertise derives from years of coaching experience and detailed research into individual success and achievement. Our keynote speaker Frank Dick combines this wealth of knowledge and experience into an informative and motivational approach to...

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Dominique Dawes

Olympic gold medalist known for being the only gymnast to earn three team medals at three different Olympic Games

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Keynote speaker Dominique Dawes continues to inspire, motivate and lead. Dominique has recently been appointed co-chair of the President’s Council of Fitness, Sports and Nutrition and she remains to be the only gymnast to earn three team medals at...

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Devon Harris

Three-Time Olympian with the Original Jamaican Bobsled Team and Retired Jamaican Defence Force Captain; Leading Audiences to Visualize Success with an Olympic Mindset

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You may not know his name or recognize his picture.  Yet his grit and fortitude helped inspire a movie you likely have viewed more than once.  The 1990s feel-good blockbuster Cool Runnings sugarcoats the real story behind the original Jamaican...

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Brendan Hansen

Avid sportsman, outdoorsman, 3-time world record holder and Olympic gold medalist sharing his amazing experiences

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Keynote speaker Brendan Hansen is an avid sportsman and outdoorsman spending his free time hunting, fishing, and wakeboarding around his current residence in Austin, TX. Brendan's love for swimming makes him one of the most passionate speakers in...

Olympic Athletes
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About Olympic Athletes

  • The Olympic Games are considered to be the world’s foremost sports competition with more than 200 nations participating. The Olympic Games are held every four years, with the Summer and Winter Games alternating by occurring every four years but two years apart. Every two years the Olympics and its media exposure provide unknown athletes with the chance to attain national and sometimes international fame.
  • As famous Olympic athletes our keynote speakers have all had first hand experiences with the Olympic Games, and they know what the pressure is like. Their speeches are both motivating and inspirational. They can encourage audiences to rise to the challenge and strive for success.
  • Keynotes on finding an inner champion and working together through teamwork can be beneficial for many companies and businesses, who wish to inspire employees to work more effectively, both individually and in teams. Keynote speakers will inspire people to reach their full potential, to make bold decisions and to take action – creating long lasting success for your organization.
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