John O'Leary Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000
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STL - Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles
Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management
John O'Leary Speaker Profile: At A Glance
In 1987, John O’Leary was a curious nine-year-old boy. Playing with fire and gasoline, John created a massive explosion in his home and was burned on 100% of his body. He was given 1% chance to live.This epic story of survival was first showcased in his parents’ book, Overwhelming Odds. John is consistently given industry-defying gold stars across the board for his emotional storytelling, genuine humor and ability to empower his audiences to take back their lives and change their world. John intimately illustrates how the greatest challenges can be transformed into outstanding growth. His presentations are described as “captivating, amazing and life-changing.
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