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Need motivation? Find inspirational speakers here. Our keynote speakers share inspiring stories. They lived amazing lives. Speakers.com offers top inspirational speakers. They are proven leaders. They overcame tough times. They conquered big challenges. These speakers engage your audience. They re-energize and motivate. Book powerful inspirational speakers now. Break out of the box!

Michael J. Fox

Award-Winning Television and Film Actor

Actor, Activist, and Top Inspirational Speaker Michael J. Fox was born Michael Andrew Fox in 1961 to parents William and Phyllis in Edmonton, the capital of the Canadian province of Alberta. (He later adopted the “J” as an homage to […]

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Ron Garan

Astronaut, Fighter Pilot, Test Pilot, Humanitarian

Astronaut, Fighter Pilot, Test Pilot, Humanitarian Having enjoyed an illustrious career that has cemented Colonel Ron Garan’s place as one of the world’s most influential individuals, the iconic father of three is a decorated NASA astronaut, fighter pilot and test […]

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Texas, United States


Rulon Gardner

Olympic Gold and Bronze (Greco-Roman Wrestling)

Olympic Medal Winning Greco-Roman Wrestler Rulon Gardner shocked the world in Sydney when he defeated the previously undefeated “Russian Bear” in the “Miracle on the Mat.” He came back to win Bronze in Athens, when he ceremoniously left his shoes […]

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Colorado, United States


Chris Gardner

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Bestselling Author of and Inspiration for the Movie "The Pursuit of Happyness"

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Bestselling Author of and Inspiration for the Movie “The Pursuit of Happyness” Chris Gardner is globally known as the inspirational Pursuit of Happyness speaker, a title earned through hardship, perseverance, and triumph. As an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, […]

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Illinois, United States


Henry Louis Gates

Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker, Cultural Critic & Journalist

Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker, Cultural Critic & Journalist Henry Louis Gates, Jr., is one of the United States’ most influential cultural critics and is both an eloquent commentator and formidable intellectual force on multicultural and African American issues.  He has […]

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Massachusetts, United States


LaDonna Gatlin

Sister of the Legendary Country Stars The Gatlin Brothers

Sister of the Legendary Country Stars The Gatlin Brothers LaDonna Gatlin grew up on stage performing with her brothers, the legendary Gatlin Brothers. In the mid 1970’s, this “gutsy” Texas native chose to follow her heart and “sing a different […]

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Texas, United States


Gloria Gaynor

Grammy Award-Winning "I Will Survive" Recording Artist, Motivational Speaker, and Author

Grammy Award-Winning “I Will Survive” Recording Artist, Motivational Speaker, and Author Legendary performer and global superstar, Gloria Gaynor, gave the keynote speech and received an honorary degree of doctor of music at the May 16th Dowling College 53rd Commencement Ceremony […]

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New Jersey, United States


Libby Gill

Leadership Expert and Best Selling Author

Leadership Expert and Best Selling Author Libby Gill knows change. She grew up on two continents and went to eight different schools before putting herself through college waiting tables. She started her first job in entertainment only to go through […]

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California, United States


Dorothy Gilliam

First African-American Female Journalist at The Washington Post & Best-Selling Author, Trailblazer

First African-American Female Journalist at The Washington Post & Best-Selling Author, Trailblazer Dorothy Butler Gilliam has been a journalist for more than six decades. She started in the black press, working in Louisville, Kentucky; Memphis, Tennessee; and Chicago. In 1961, […]

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District Of Columbia, United States


Brian Grant

Former NBA Player and Parkinson’s Advocate

Former NBA Player and Parkinson’s Advocate Brian Grant was an NBA player, known for tenacious rebounding and a fearless attitude on the court. During his 12-year career, he played for five teams and became a strong contributor to his surrounding […]

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Top Inspirational Speakers at Speakers.com

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