Sports Celebrity Speakers

Venus Williams

By the tender age of 14, Venus Williams had already become a professional athlete, taking the world of tennis by storm. Fiercely determined and wielding an impressive physical prowess, she spent the next decade rising to the top-ranked position and winning numerous championships, including the US Open, Wimbledon, and ...

Bill Parcells

One of the most successful coaches in NFL history, Bill Parcells led the Dolphins from a 1-15 record to the playoffs in just one season - a turnaround unheard of. As a keynote speaker he shares proven leadership skills that draw on teambuilding and management experience gleaned from three turnarounds and an alchemy for ...

George Foreman

A boxing legend, ordained minister, successful entrepreneur, celebrity speaker and larger than life persona, Foreman credits a good part of his success to his spirituality and God being behind the scenes in every stage of his life. He explores his spiritual transformation from the darkest moments of his life to finally ...

Dominique Dawes

Dawes burst into the international spotlight as the first African American gymnast to ever qualify and compete in an Olympic Games. She has won more National Championship medals than any other athlete, male or female, as well as four World Championship medals, along with the All Around title at the 1994 National ...

Bonnie Blair

Success under pressure is the measure of a true champion. There are numerous winners in the world of sports but the celebrated athletes are the few who meet the challenge of pressure time after time. Blair is undoubtedly celebrated as the speed skater who produces her best performances when it counts the most.

Roy Firestone

Named "the best interviewer in the business" by Sports Illustrated, Firestone is the former host of ESPN's Up Close Prime Time. One of America's most versatile talents, he is recognized for his gifts as an Emmy Award-winning journalist, commentator and stage performer.

Stephen A. Smith

ESPN veteran Stephen A. Smith is an emerging media go-to who applies his insights into the world of sports to society at large, drawing parallels to issues like politics & race relations.

Mike Ditka

As head coach, Iron Mike led the Chicago Bears to a Superbowl Victory in 1986. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame as a tight end for the Bears, Cowboys and Eagles and received All America honors at the University of Pittsburgh.

Bruce Jenner

Jenner captivated the world when he broke the world record in the decathlon at the 1976 Olympic games. In the years since his athletic achievements made him world famous, he has become a highly respected motivational speaker, sports commentator, entrepreneur, commercial spokesperson, television personality, actor, ...

Chi Chi Rodriguez

Juan Chi-Chi Rodriguez is one of the great showmen in sports history. In a career which spans four decades, Rodriguez won 22 Senior PGA Tour victories and eight regular PGA Tours. He is also the founder of the "Chi-Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation" in Clearwater, Florida, which is a home to troubled and abused youngsters.

Don Shula

Hall of Famer, Shula is considered by many to be the greatest coach ever to step on a playing field. Co-author of Everyone's a Coach, he helps audiences learn his extremely effective philosophies on success, teamwork, and achievement.

Earvin "Magic" Johnson

While Johnson may be best known for his prowess on the basketball court, he is also an entrepreneur with multi-faceted business interests. His latest venture, Johnson Development Corporation, develops commercial property in long neglected minority urban and suburban neighborhoods.

Pat Riley

Coach and premier team builder, Pat Riley has been an NBA head coach for fifteen seasons. He has never missed the post season and has had more victories and appearances in NBA playoff games than any coach in league history. As two-time NBA “Coach of the Year” and “Coach of the Decade,” Riley led the Los Angeles ...

Bob Costas

Five-time winner of the Emmy Award for "Outstanding Sports Broadcaster," Bob Costas has exhibited extraordinary range by also hosting his own talk show and substitute hosting the "Today" show.

Martina Navratilova

A champion on and off the court, Martina Navratilova is not only a tennis legend, but an inspirational leader who demonstrates wit, candor, and sheer motivation. Arguably the best tennis player ever to play the game, Navratilova has amassed an unmatched number of professional records during a career that spanned an ...

Bryant Gumbel

With television credits spanning news, sports and entertainment from early morning to prime-time, Gumbel has been a favorite guest in America's living rooms for over 20 years.

Laila Ali

As the daughter of Muhammad Ali, the legendary former Heavyweight Champion of the World, her name was instantly a focus in the world of boxing. Capturing four championship belts, she has proven that she is the best female boxer in the world. She has also appeared on the hit show Dancing with the Stars.

Boomer Esiason

Esiason, who quarterbacked the Cincinnati Bengals, New York Jets and the Arizona Cardinals during a 14-year NFL career, joined CBS Sports in February 2002 as a studio analyst for the CBS Television Network's NFL pre-game show The NFL Today. In addition to commentating, he also founded the Boomer Esiason Foundation, ...

Greg Gumbel

A veteran of sports television for more than 25 years, Gumbel covers America's favorite games. In his motivational presentation, he offers humorous glimpses into the behind-the-scenes world of professional sports.

Tommy Lasorda

During his 20 seasons as the Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tommy Lasorda led his team to two World Championships. He coaches audiences on how to achieve equal success with their teams.