Inspirational

Break out of the box with motivational stories from the inspiring lives of our keynote speakers. Speakers.com is the top source of motivational speakers and proven inspirational leaders, who have overcome extreme adversity, conquered insurmountable obstacles and can engage, re-energize, and motivate.

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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$5,000 to $10,000
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Travels From
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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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
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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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
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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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
District Of Columbia, United States


Farrah Gray

Celebrity Entrepreneur, International Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist

Celebrity Entrepreneur, International Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist Farrah Gray has generated more than 20 billion online impressions. Gray was named as one of the most influential Black men in America by the National Urban League. Ebony Magazine and Black Enterprise […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
Nevada, United States


Erin Gruwell

Inspirational Educator and Founder of the Freedom Writers Foundation

Inspirational Educator & Author of “The Freedom Writers” Erin Gruwell has earned an award-winning reputation for her steadfast commitment to the future of education. Her impact as a change agent attracted Hollywood’s attention, and in 2007, Paramount Pictures released Freedom […]

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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
California, United States


Brett Hagler

CEO & Co-Founder of New Story

CEO & Co-Founder of New Story Brett is the CEO, Co-Founder of New Story, an innovative nonprofit founded in 2015 that pioneers solutions to end global homelessness. Brett’s a Y Combinator alum, 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur, author, speaker […]

In-Person Fee Range
$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
Georgia, United States


Brigadier General Nick Halley

Decorated General, War Hero and Recognized Expert on Leadership, Terrorism, Change Management and Integrity

Decorated General, War Hero and Recognized Expert on Leadership, Terrorism, Change Management and Integrity Brigadier General Nick Halley, U.S. Army Retired, is an internationally recognized expert on leadership, world affairs, and terrorism. He has appeared many times on WGN TV […]

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$5,000 to $10,000
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Travels From
Illinois, United States


Scott Hamilton

Legendary Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Commentator, and Cancer Survivor

Legendary Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Commentator, and Cancer Survivor The most recognized male figure skating star in the world, Scott Hamilton has won 70 titles, awards and honors including an Emmy Award nomination, induction into the United States Olympic Hall […]

In-Person Fee Range
$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
Tennessee, United States


Mia Hamm

World Renowned Soccer Player

World Renowned Soccer Player After 17 years, two World Championships, two Olympic Gold Medals, and near unparalleled success as a marketing icon, Mia Hamm retired from professional soccer in 2004 as not only the best women’s soccer player in history […]

In-Person Fee Range
$50,000 or greater
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Travels From
California, United States


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