John Powers
Emmy Award Winning Writer, Former Teacher, and Motivational Speaker
Emmy Award Winning Writer, Former Teacher, and Motivational Speaker John Powers is the Founder of the Powers of Motivation Institute in 1988. John has raised three million dollars for his Broadway musical production, and has coordinated the activities of various […]
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$10,001 to $20,000
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Illinois, United States
Amy Purdy
Three-Time World Cup Medalist, Double-Amputee, Dancing with the Stars Runner-Up and the Co-Founder of Adaptive Actions Sports
Three-Time World Cup Medalist, Double-Amputee, Dancing with the Stars Runner-Up and the Co-Founder of Adaptive Actions Sports At 19, after experiencing flu-like symptoms, Amy was rushed to the hospital in a state of septic shock. En route, she experienced respiratory […]
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$50,000 or greater
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Colorado, United States
Nido Qubein
President of High Point University, Author, Consultant, Motivational Speaker, and Businessman
President of High Point University, Author, Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Businessman Dr. Nido R. Qubein is an accomplished university president and a nationally recognized author, speaker, and leader. Dr. Qubein came to the United States with $50 in his pocket and […]
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$20,001 to $50,000
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California, United States
Felipe Rose
Native American Indian in the Village People, Chef, and Motivational Speaker
Native American Indian in the Village People, Chef, and Motivational Speaker Felipe Rose came to prominence in the 1970’s out of the urban gay clubs and discotheques in New York City, best known as the Native American Indian he is […]
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$5,000 to $10,000
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New Jersey, United States
Rudy Ruettiger
Famed Football Player from the University of Notre Dame and Inspiration for the Blockbuster Film, Rudy
Famed Football Player from the University of Notre Dame and Inspiration for the Blockbuster Film Rudy Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger is proof that grit can defy gravity. Born the third of 14 children to a blue-collar family in Joliet, Illinois, Rudy […]
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$20,001 to $50,000
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Nevada, United States
Mike Schlappi
Four-time Olympic Medalist and Two-Time World Champion in Wheelchair Basketball
Olympic Medalist and World Champion in Wheelchair Basketball At the age of 14, Schlappi was student body president, had been awarded his Eagle Scout and had expectations of a career in sports as a top American athlete when he was […]
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$5,000 to $10,000
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Utah, United States
Briana Scurry
Legendary U.S. Goalkeeper, Two Time Olympic Gold Medalist, and World Cup Champion
Legendary U.S. Goalkeeper, Two Time Olympic Gold Medalist, and World Cup Champion With an integral role on the team that set the standard for women’s soccer, Briana Scurry is widely recognized as one of the world’s most talented and influential […]
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$20,001 to $50,000
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District Of Columbia, United States
Ilyasah Shabazz
Human Rights Activist, Lecturer, Author and Daughter of Malcolm X
Human Rights Activist, Professor, Author and Daughter of Malcolm X Professor Ilyasah Shabazz promotes higher education for at-risk youth, interfaith dialogue to build bridges between cultures for young leaders of the world, and she participates in international humanitarian delegations. She […]
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$10,001 to $20,000
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New York, United States
Marci Shimoff
Best Selling Author, Happy for No Reason
Best Selling Author, Happy for No Reason Marci Shimoff is a #1 NY Times bestselling author, a celebrated transformational leader, and one of the nation’s leading experts on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of […]
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$10,001 to $20,000
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California, United States
Tavis Smiley
Popular Talk Show Host, Author, Political Commentator and Philanthropist
Popular Talk Show Host, Author, Political Commentator and Philanthropist From his celebrated conversations with world figures, to his work to inspire the next generation of leaders, as a broadcaster, author, advocate, and philanthropist, Tavis Smiley continues to be an outstanding […]
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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
California, United States
Overcoming Obstacles
Top Overcoming Obstacles Speakers at Speakers.com
Facing tough times? Find overcoming obstacles speakers. They show true determination. They have strong self-confidence. They possess the drive to win. This is despite huge challenges. Speakers.com offers these experts. Our engaging speakers inspire. They share stories of dedication. They talk about motivation. They highlight sacrifice. They instill a winning spirit. Learn from overcoming obstacles speakers. Muster your own courage. Persevere through adversity.