
John Register Speaking Fee: $25,000 to $50,000

Speaking Fee:
$25,000 to $50,000
Travels From:
COS - Colorado Springs, CO
Travels From:
COS - Colorado Springs, CO
Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles
Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles
Secondary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice
Secondary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice
John Register Speaker Profile: At A Glance
John Register is an experiential force of nature and a recent Hall of Fame Speaker (CPAE) recognized by the National Speakers Association. He is renowned for his expertise in helping companies embrace change amidst major disruption and uncertainty. His "Amputate to Elevate" model, praised by leadership teams like Vail Resorts, Coca-Cola, and Deloitte, provides actionable insights tailored to each business's unique needs. When you book John, you bring in a change catalyst with lived experience who will challenge your audience to think bigger, push harder, and transform their setbacks into powerful comebacks.
John Register’s life is the ultimate story of riches to rags to riches. Once a world-class Olympic hurdler, a devastating injury during a training session led to the amputation of his left leg. But that wasn’t the end of his story—it was the beginning of an even greater one. Instead of letting the loss define him, John rose to new heights as a Paralympic silver medalist, transformational speaker, and a CEO who knows firsthand how to turn adversity into advantage.
As the founder of the U.S. Olympic Committee's Paralympic Military Sports Program, John didn’t just create a pathway for injured service members; he revolutionized the way we see disability and sports, paving the way for what would eventually inspire global movements like the Invictus Games. His leadership has changed countless lives, by empowering them to thrive amidst uncertainty.
The results speak for themselves. With just under 10,000 attendees evaluating John's talk in real time through his third-party Talk-A-Dot feedback system his rating remains at a 99% satisfaction, with an overwhelming 97% wanting to hear him again. This isn't just motivation—this is transformation, and the numbers become your insurance policy for your high-stakes event.
John’s interactive keynote presentations equip audiences with practical tools to embrace their "Amputate to Elevate" mindset, turning setbacks into comebacks. He masterfully connects with CEOs, leadership teams, and everyday people, igniting a fire that leads to lasting change in organizations and individuals.
From his military service in the Gulf War to the boardroom as a CEO and corporate strategist, John is living proof that resilience, leadership, and innovation are born from the most challenging moments in life.
Book John and bring in a catalyst for change who knows how to drive impact where it matters most. The last 10,000 attendees can’t be wrong: John Register doesn’t just tell stories; he transforms lives.