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Debra Searle

Motivational Speaker & Professional Adventurer

Debra Searle MVO, MBE, is a unique and inspiring individual. Debra has launched five companies, has won Gold World Championship medals for Great Britain, presented over 40 programmes for the BBC, become the youngest ever trustee of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and successfully rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She has been voted World #1 Female Motivational Speaker in the Global Gurus ranking. Her Majesty The Queen has recognised Debra on two occasions – in 2002 with an MBE and in 2014 with an MVO. She has also published three books and has spoken at over 1300 events across 40 countries.

$20K–$30KLondon

Robert Herjavec

Executive Producer & Star of ABC's Shark Tank | CEO of Cyderes and Herjavec Ventures

Robert Herjavec is a globally recognized motivational, business, and cyber security leader. For the last 15 years Robert has been well known as one of the Sharks and executive producer of the Emmy-award winning hit show, Shark Tank. Robert’s motivational business advice has received millions of impressions through TV, print, radio and digital media. As one of today's top motivational speakers, Herjavec's presentations give audiences practical advice and tips on how to become an innovative entrepreneur and effective leader.

$125K–$150KToronto, Canada

Ben Nemtin

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author | Ranked #2 Motivational Speaker in the World by Global Gurus | Starred in hit TV series The Buried Life

Ben Nemtin helps teams find their purpose, adapt to change, and achieve big goals. Drawing from his journey of turning 100 “impossible” dreams into reality, he delivers practical insights and motivation that drives real growth. His message shows how purpose-fueled teams create a ripple effect that lasts far beyond the workplace. If you’re looking for actionable motivation that really moves people, he’s your speaker.

$30K–$50KLos Angeles

Robyn Benincasa

Top Leadership & Teamwork Motivational Speaker | Full-Time Firefighter | Adventure Racing World Champion | CNN Hero | Best-Selling Author

Robyn Benincasa is a top motivational speaker on leadership, adventure racing world champion, CNN Hero, founder of Project Athena, and bestselling author. She won two World Adventure Races and holds three Guinness World Records for long-distance kayaking. Her book on teamwork and leadership, How Winning Works, is a New York Times bestseller. Her entertaining keynotes show audiences the foundations of inspired leadership and how to win as a team.

$20K–$30KSan Diego, CA

Kevin Brown

Speaker & Creator of The Hero Effect®

Kevin’s unconventional path to business and personal success has taught him that winning in business and in life requires anything but conventional thinking. With a streetwise aptitude and a never quit attitude, he worked his way from the front lines in business to the executive boardroom. Kevin is passionate about helping people expand their vision, develop their potential, and grow their results. He knows firsthand how the principles of true success reach beyond the boardroom and into the lives of real people facing the challenges of everyday life.

$30K–$40KOrlando, FL

Cassandra Worthy

Author | Engineer | Change Enthusiast

Cassandra Worthy is a truly disruptive change management thought-leader that helps companies build organizational resilience and adaptability. She has created and cultivated the unique strategy of Change Enthusiasm® which is arming individuals around the world with the means to harness the power of emotion, a resource in infinite supply, to embrace and accelerate change and transformation journeys. Worthy is highly sought after for her customized keynote and workshop programs that motivate the workforce to embrace Change Enthusiasm® and subsequently become self-actualized in working towards a change vision.

$50K–$75KAtlanta, GA

J.R. Martinez

Burn Survivor | Army Veteran | Actor | Best-Selling Author

J.R. Martinez is an Army veteran, burn survivor, actor, New York Times best-selling author, and Dancing with the Stars season 13 winner. J.R. travels the world spreading his message of resilience and optimism and does it all with a smile. J.R.’s career path has been incredible, and perhaps even a bit improbable. Once a high school football player from a small town, the only son of a single working mother who emigrated from El Salvador, J.R.’s trajectory is nothing if not surprising. Even to him.

$20K–$30KAustin, TX

Bethany Hamilton

Professional Surfer | Author | Motivational Speaker

Bethany Meilani Hamilton-Dirks is an American professional surfer who survived a 2003 shark attack in which her left arm was bitten off but who ultimately returned to professional surfing. She wrote about her experience in the 2004 autobiography Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board. In April 2011, the feature film Soul Surfer was released. Bethany is now motivating audiences worldwide to live their life with more tenacity, courage and faith. Bethany's story of overcoming obstacles shines with determination, passion, and hope.

$30K–$50KLos Angeles

Amy Purdy

Inspirational World-Class Paralympic Athlete | Performer | Advocate

Amy Purdy is an American actress, model, world-class snowboarder and 2014 Paralympic bronze medalist, as well as a professional motivational speaker, clothing designer and author. She has gone on to co-found her own non-profit organization, Adaptive Action Sports, a chapter of Disabled Sports USA for individuals with physical disabilities who want to get involved in action sports (snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing) or art and music. Amy has evolved into a powerful inspirational and motivational speaker who has been seen by millions of people and invited to share her story to audiences around the world.

$50K–$75KDenver, CO

Scott Hamilton

Olympic Gold Medalist & Author of 'The Great Eight'

Scott Hamilton is a celebrated Olympic gold medalist and renowned figure skater. With a career spanning over four decades, Scott has earned a unique place in sports history. He is now a highly sought-after keynote speaker, known for his inspiring messages on perseverance and leadership. Scott's accolades include multiple World Championships and an Emmy Award for his work in television. His talks resonate with audiences, offering wisdom and motivation drawn from his storied career.

$30K–$50KNashville, TN

Mike Eruzione

1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team Captain, Portrayed in Disney's "Miracle"

Mike Eruzione led the 1980 US Olympic Hockey Team to its Gold Medal victory in Lake Placid, NY. In the highlight of the game Mike scored the game-winning goal against the Soviet Union, a moment Sports Illustrated later voted their #1 Sports Moment of the Century. That victory against the Soviets advanced the US Hockey Team to face and beat Finland for the Gold Medal. For the past several years Mike has traveled throughout the country representing major corporations as their spokesperson. He continues to be actively involved with fund raising events for the US Olympic Committee and several charitable organizations including Winthrop Charities.

$30K–$50KBoston, MA

Temple Grandin

Autism & Animal Rights Activist

Dr. Grandin was awarded her Ph.D in Animal Science from the University of Illinois in 1989 and is currently a Professor of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University. She is the author of several books including the New York Times bestseller, Animals in Translation and The Autistic Brain. Other professional activities include developing animal welfare guidelines for the meat industry and consulting with McDonalds, Wendy’s International, Burger King, and other companies on animal welfare.

$10K–$20KDenver, CO

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