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Philadelphia Eagles Alumnus, Author, Amputee & Oldest Living Desmoid Tumor Patient

Kevin Reilly Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Philadelphia Eagles Alumnus, Author, Amputee & Oldest Living Desmoid Tumor Patient

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Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
PHL - Philadelphia, PA

Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

Secondary Topic Category:
Sports

 

Kevin Reilly Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Kevin Reilly is an inspirational keynote speaker, author, and former NFL linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles. Kevin is also the oldest known surviving Desmoid tumor patient in the world. The surgery which saved his life, also led to the loss of his left arm, left shoulder and top four left ribs. Today, he shares his remarkable story of how faith, family and fortitude kept this linebacker in the game.

Kevin Reilly is an inspirational keynote speaker, author, and former NFL linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles. Kevin is also the oldest known surviving desmoid tumor patient in the world. The surgery which saved his life, also led to the loss of his left arm, left shoulder and top four left ribs. Life saving surgery may have ended his professional football career but Kevin refused to let the disease define his life. Today, he shares his remarkable story of how faith, family and fortitude kept this linebacker in the game. With over 30 years experience as a corporate executive, former NFL player, amputee, and author Kevin Reilly has a unique ability to inspire audiences in both their personal and professional lives. Kevin was drafted in the seventh round of the NFL draft by legendary coach Don Shula of the Super Bowl Champions, the Miami Dolphins. After being the last cut in training camp, Kevin was picked up by the Philadelphia Eagles, his hometown team. Where he quickly became a fan-favorite and special teams captain. Kevin’s battle with cancer began as he was playing for the New England Patriots. Just three years into his NFL career, Kevin was told that a Desmoid tumor would lead to the loss of his left arm, his left shoulder, and four of his ribs on his left side. While Kevin’s cancer diagnosis ended his NFL career, his spirit did not fade with it. He accepted his hardship as a blessing in disguise, an opportunity to spread awareness, progressing research into this exceedingly rare disease known as desmoid tumor. As a professional keynote speaker, he now motivates others to overcome any obstacle that blocks their path to success. Over the three decades following his diagnosis, Kevin has spoken at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, The New York Yankees, BlackRock, Merrill Lynch, colleges & universities around the country and many more organizations, spreading his positive attitude and mindset. In addition, he’s a sought-after speaker for Catholic groups, candidly discussing his religious upbringing and its empowering impact on his recovery. Kevin provides a unique perspective on success. Having played in the NFL, Kevin understands the importance of hard work and dedication. Subsequently, Kevin’s battle with cancer instilled lessons of perseverance that can resonate with anybody looking to push through a difficult setback.
I really enjoyed hearing about Kevin's journey and how he has been able to give back to those who face seemingly unsurmountable physical challenges that often times change the course of our lives following a cancer diagnosis. I myself am a cancer survivor and hearing stories such as Kevin's continue to give me hope as I navigate the world in a new way. -Jason Pfeifer, Architect Planning and Process Manager TD Bank "“Kevin exceeded all expectations as a speaker. His talk appeals to broad audiences- it truly does not matter if you have never watched a football game or ever heard of the Philadelphia Eagles. His messages about overcoming obstacles, being your best self, paying it forward, and finding silver linings even in the worst of situations resonated with our team and will stick with us for a long time. He captivated the audience from the start of his talk- he had us laughing one minute and on the verge of tears the next. But most importantly, he left us feeling inspired to work harder, go the extra mile even on the tough days, and feeling grounded in what truly matters in life. We can’t thank Kevin enough for motivating our team.”" "Kim Diamond VP, COMMUNICATIONS & INVESTOR RELATIONS Springworks Therapeutics " "Kevin was engaging as his story is moving and had the attention of the members of the Southern Orthopaedic Association from start to finish.  He brings humor and humility to a complex topic and embodies the concept of finding a silver lining in hard times while promoting the real world benefits of medical research and its impact on patients.   Jocelyn Wittstein, MD Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Duke University School of Medicine Program Chair, Southern Orthopaedic Association" "Jocelyn Wittstein, MD Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Duke University School of Medicine Program Chair, Southern Orthopaedic Association"
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