Motivational & Inspirational Speakers

Speakers To Empower Your Audience

Inspired people have the ability to accomplish great things. Whether you are looking to boost employee morale, inspire guests to reach their goals, or are just looking for a fresh perspective, our inspirational keynote speakers will give attendees the drive they need to succeed. These speakers cover a range of topics, including:

  • Teamwork
  • Defying Limits
  • Harnessing a Breakthrough Mindset
  • Peak Performance
  • Leadership
    …and more.

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Ben Nemtin | #1 New York Times Bestselling Author & Co-founder of The Buried Life Movement                      

Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? and a star of the MTV show The Buried Life. He is recognized in 2022 and 2023 as one of the World’s Best Motivational Speakers (Top 3 (!) after Tony Robbins and Simon Sinek) as well as World’s Top Organizational Culture Thought Leaders by Global Gurus. Ben has driven countless people to achieve their dreams, as both a helping hand and as an inspiration. These experiences have taught him that articulating and prioritizing your personal goals is not a selfish act—but one that creates a positive ripple effect that inspires others to live their best life. Ben weaves the remarkable story of how The Buried Life grew from 100 impossible dreams into a global movement and connects his lessons to the fabric of our daily lives.  | view profile      

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Vernice “Flygirl” Armour | America’s First Black Female Combat Pilot

Vernice ”FlyGirl” Armour is a gutsy trailblazer: her resume is an impressive collection of ”firsts” including America’s first Black female combat pilot.  Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour unloads valuable lessons learned under the most stressful of circumstances – about leadership, teamwork, resilience, communication, execution, and building a culture of unshakable trust. A compelling storyteller who commands attention – in-person or virtually, FlyGirl inspires audiences and shows them the key steps to achieving more than they ever thought possible. | view profile      

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Dave Williams | Record-breaking Astronaut, Aquanaut & Leadership Expert

A true Canadian hero, Dr. Dave Williams is an emergency room specialist, former hospital CEO, aquanaut, astronaut – and the only non-American to hold a directorship at NASA. Dave shows audiences that whether they’re gravity-defying astronauts or earth-bound terrestrials, we can all live an infinite, fulfilled life by relishing the value and importance of each moment. Dave understands what is involved in achieving peak personal performance: endurance, persistence, and the ability to overcome obstacles. He believes success is built on a combination of effective judgment, skill, and knowledge. Dave shows you how to manage emotional energy for yourself and your team.| view profile      

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Hayley Wickenheiser | Hockey Legend & Four-Time Olympic Gold Medalist

A decorated Olympian, Hayley Wickenheiser is regarded as one of the best female hockey players in the world with an uncompromised determination and dedication to her sport. However, it’s not just her lethal slapshot that is respected by her teammates, fans and peers; Hayley is also an award winner, community leader, mentor, history-maker and an accomplished businesswoman.  Today she helps in the fight in healthcare against COVID-19 on her journey to her medical degree. Hayley explores the importance of fostering personal and professional resiliency and strength at a time when these qualities are needed most, and reminds us that, at a time when we’ve been asked to keep apart, we’ve actually never been more together.| view profile      

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Simon T. Bailey| Business & Life Motivator, Former Sales Director at the Disney Institute                                                                    

A keynote speaker, a success coach, an author, television host, and philanthropist, Simon T. Bailey’s purpose in life is to help you discover your brilliance – he believes every single person has brilliance within them. Bailey has the insight and inspiration to help you find your spark and unleash your brilliance to the world. With his more than 30 years of experience, he has worked with over 2,000 companies in 50 different countries. Simon emboldens individuals to impact the world by sharpening natural talents. He has helped countless people find their spark, and he’ll help you find yours too.  | view profile      

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Inspire Your Audience To New Heights

From activists, astronauts, business leaders and athletes to everything in-between, these speakers will share their experiences, both successes and failures, to motivate your attendees to pursue their goals. Consider hiring a speaker for an event around:

  • Team Building & Motivation
  • Client Appreciation Events
  • Return to Office Events
  • Summer Sales Conference
    …and more.

Our experienced roster of speakers are available to help you provide the tools and support for your team to thrive. 

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