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Category: Overcoming Obstacles

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.


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Jim Abbott

Famed One-Handed Major League Pitcher and Gold Medal Olympian

Famed One-Handed Major League Pitcher and Gold Medal Olympian Famed Major League Baseball player Jim Abbott overcame the birth defect of having only one hand to become an amazing professional pitcher and ball player. Through stories, anecdotes, jokes, some self […]

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Travels From
California, United States


Cathrine Ann

Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Inspirational Speaker & Author

Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Inspirational Speaker & Author Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Cathrine has achieved a level of success few would have expected: She divides her time between two businesses; she heads Consumer Connection Inc. and as such, has […]

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Travels From
Canada


Patty Arvielo

Inspirational Latino Entrepreneur and CEO & Co-Founder of New American Funding

Inspirational Hispanic Entrepreneur and CEO & Co-Founder of a Top Mortgage Lender Patty Arvielo started her career in the financial industry at 16 years old with a hard work ethic, boundless curiosity, and a thirst to succeed. Over forty years […]

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Nevada, United States


John Baumann

Internationally-Recognized Inspirational, Motivational and Educational Speaker with Parkinson’s Disease

Internationally-Recognized Inspirational, Motivational and Educational Speaker with Parkinson’s Disease John Baumann, a Motivational Speaker with Parkinson’s, offers a unique perspective that resonates deeply with audiences worldwide. Despite living with Parkinson’s disease for over 20 years, John leads a fulfilling life, […]

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Florida, United States


Kim Becking

Motivational Keynote Speaker, Change & Leadership Expert, Cancer Survivor, and Award-Winning Author

Motivational Keynote Speaker, Change & Leadership Expert, Cancer Survivor, and Award-Winning Author The driving force behind the Unstoppable Momentum Movement, Kim Becking is changing the way we think about change and resilience in a rapidly changing world that NEVER SLOWS […]

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Missouri, United States


Dr. Lonise P. Bias

Social Services Advocate, Community Activist and Inspirational Speaker

Social Services Advocate, Community Activist and Inspirational Speaker Dr. Lonise Bias has moved from grief to empowerment, passing on over thirty years of wisdom inspiring, encouraging and empowering her audiences.  She has become a internationally known motivational speaker, trainer, certified […]

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


Ryan Blair

Self-Made Multimillionaire and Serial Entrepreneur-Breaking All the Business Rules

Self-Made Multimillionaire and Serial Entrepreneur Ryan Blair is a serial entrepreneur, establishing his first company, 24-7 Tech when he was only twenty-one years old. Since then, he has created and actively invested in multiple start-ups and has become a self-made […]

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


Rocky Bleier

Vietnam Vet and Four-Time NFL Super Bowl Champion

Vietnam Vet and Four-Time NFL Super Bowl Champion Rocky Bleier’s story – a gripping tale of courage on both the football fields of America and the battle fields of Vietnam – has held audiences in rapt attention for years. Yet, […]

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


Molly Bloom

Award-Winning, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author of Molly’s Game, an Oscar-Nominated Film

Award-Winning, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author of Molly’s Game, an Oscar-Nominated Film Molly Bloom is an inspirational keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of Molly’s Game. She is best known for her memoir, Molly’s Game, which was adapted […]

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


Albert Bosch

Internationally Renowned Adventurer and Entrepreneur

Internationally Renowned Adventurer and Entrepreneur Albert Bosch has a long track as Adventurer, Entrepreneur and Writer. Adventures Among many other adventures, has crossed Antarctica unassisted from the coast to the South Pole (1.152Km. -98% Solo); he has completed the ‘7 […]

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Spain


Dana Bowman

Retired Army Special Forces Sergeant First Class, Double Amputee and Sought-After Inspirational Speaker

Retired Army Special Forces Sergeant First Class, Double Amputee and Sought-After Inspirational Speaker Dana Bowman has astounded the nation and the world with his drive, determination, and will to succeed. He is a retired Sergeant First Class with the U.S. […]

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Travels From
Texas, United States


Shannon Boxx

Professional Athlete, Mentor, and Now Successful Business Woman

Professional Athlete, Mentor, and Now Successful Business Woman Olympic Speaker Shannon Boxx is a retired American Soccer player who played for the University of Notre Dame where she helped the Fighting Irish win the school’s first NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. […]

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California, United States


Rhonda Britten

Life Coach on NBC's "Starting Over" and Founder of the Fearless Living Institute

Life Coach on NBC’s “Starting Over” and Founder of the Fearless Living Institute Whether that’s a fear of rejection or loss; fear of failure or success; fear of abandonment or pain, Rhonda has created a method for anyone anywhere to […]

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


Erin Brockovich

Environmental Activist, Best-Selling Author, TV Producer & Iconic Consumer Advocate

Environmental Activist, Best-Selling Author, TV Producer & Iconic Consumer Advocate Say the name Erin Brockovich and you think, strong, tough and stubborn. Erin is all that and definitely more. She is a modern-day “David” who loves a good brawl with […]

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$20,001 to $50,000
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Travels From
New York, United States


Les Brown

Diversity Expert, Best-Selling Author, and Motivational Speaker

Diversity Expert, Best-Selling Author, and Motivational Speaker As one of the world’s most renowned motivational speakers, Les Brown is a dynamic personality and highly-sought-after resource in business and professional circles for Fortune 500 CEOs, small business owners, non-profit and community […]

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Travels From
Illinois, United States


Reggie Brown

Motivational Speaker, Comedian, and Emcee Known for His Obama Impressions

Reggie Brown as President Barack Obama “Comedian in Chief” While he always felt a greater calling, no one could have ever predicted that Reggie Brown would one day become the President of the United States…Well…Sort of…. Reggie Brown is the […]

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


Bobbi Brown

Makeup Artist, Author, Entrepreneur & Founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Beauty Evolution

Makeup Artist, Author, Entrepreneur & Founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Beauty Evolution Bobbi Brown is a beauty industry titan, world renowned makeup artist, best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and serial entrepreneur. As a professional makeup artist, Bobbi created 10 simple […]

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Travels From
New York, United States


Captain Larry Brudnicki

U.S. Coast Guard Captain and Inspiration for the Motion Picture The Perfect Storm

U.S. Coast Guard Captain and Inspiration for the Motion Picture The Perfect Storm Captain Larry Brudnicki led two dramatic rescue missions during the worst weather in 100 years, dubbed “The Perfect Storm.” This harrowing story of real people battling for […]

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$10,001 to $20,000
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Travels From
New Hampshire, United States


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