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Speakers With Inspiring Personal Stories

Looking for a speaker who has turned profound challenges into a catalyst for change? At Key Speakers, we curate a premier selection of speakers with inspiring backgrounds. Individuals who have navigated life-changing experiences, from overcoming extreme adversity to pioneering global movements. These are not just speeches; they are authentic narratives of resilience and triumph. Whether you are hosting a community gala or a corporate retreat, our storytellers provide the emotional resonance and perspective needed to shift mindsets and inspire lasting hope.

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Andy Fastow

Former CFO of Enron; Corporate Culture, Risk Management, and Ethics Consultant
Fee Range: $12,500–$17,000
Travels From: Texas
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Tom Turcich

The Tenth Person to Walk Around the World; A Seven-Year, Six-Continent Adventure
Fee Range: $5,000–$10,000
Travels From: Washington
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Justin Osmond

Producer, Humanitarian, Author and Expert on Resiliency

Fee: $12,000
Travels From: Utah
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Derreck Kayongo

Global Soap Project Founder, CNN Hero, and Former CEO of the Center for Civil and Human Rights
Fee Range: $10,000–$15,000
Travels From: Georgia
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John Foley

Blue Angel Lead Solo Pilot, Stanford Fellow, Bestselling Author and ‘Gratitude Guru’
Fee Range: $25,000–$50,000
Travels From: Idaho
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Felicity Aston

First Woman to Ski Across Antarctica Alone
Fee Range: $6,000–$15,000
Travels From: International
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Grace Chenxin Liu

Founder of UNESCO-Endorsed Research To Empower (ReTE); United Nations, International Telecommunication Union & TEDx Speaker; Award-Winning Researcher and Book Author Advancing Education & Gender Equity
Fee Range: $7,000–$25,000
Travels From: New York
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Frank Abagnale

Renowned Cyber-Crime & Fraud Prevention Expert,
Best-selling Author of the Memoir, “Catch Me if You Can”
Fee Range: $20,000–$35,000
Travels From: Virginia
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Alex Honnold

World-Renowned Rock Climber & Star of Academy Award-Winning "Free Solo"
Fee Range: $75,000–$156,000
Travels From: Nevada
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Shannon Miller

7-Time Olympic Medalist; Author; TV & Radio Host
Fee Range: $15,000–$25,000
Travels From: Florida
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Jesse Itzler

NY Times Bestselling Author, Living with a Seal, Serial Entrepreneur, Marquis Jet, Zico Coconut Water, Co-Owner, Atlanta Hawks; Married to Spanx Founder, Sara Blakely
Fee Range: $32,000–$75,000
Travels From: Georgia
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Charlie "Rocket" Jabaley

Dream Machine Foundation, Grammy-winning Music Mogul
Fee Range: $27,000–$28,000
Travels From: California
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Sharon Delaney McCloud

Emmy Award-winning Journalist, TEDx Speaker, Certified Diversity Executive CDE®, and Cancer Slayer

Fee Range: $10,000–$16,000
Travels From: North Carolina
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Lance Armstrong

7x Tour de France Winner, Cancer Survivor, Podcast Host, Endurance Athlete, Managing Partner, Next Ventures (Venture Capital)
Fee Range: $45,000–$75,000
Travels From: Texas
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John Ondrasik

Singer/Songwriter, Five For Fighting; Offering Musically Enhanced Inspirational Keynote Presentations
Fee Range: $25,000–$44,000
Travels From: California
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Eric McElvenny

Veteran Amputee and Endurance Athlete
Fee Range: $5,000–$20,000
Travels From: Pennsylvania
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Erin Brockovich

Iconic Envioronmental Activist, Consumer Advocate, Author & TV Host
Fee Range: $25,000–$32,000
Travels From: California
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Elizabeth Smart

Abduction Survivor; Founder of Elizabeth Smart Foundation; ABC News contributor
Fee Range: $15,000–$33,000
Travels From: Utah
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Michael Phelps

14-Times Olympic Gold Medal Winner
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: Maryland
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Jon Dorenbos

America’s Got Talent Magician; NFL Pro-bowl Long Snapper, New Orleans Saints & Philadelphia Eagles
Fee Range: Inquire
Travels From: California
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Jill Bolte Taylor

Brain Scientist and Author, My Stroke of Insight
Fee Range: $25,000–$70,000
Travels From: Indiana
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Mike Rowe

Former Host of the Discovery Channel Series Dirty Jobs
Fee Range: $200,000–$300,000
Travels From: California
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Cathy O'Dowd

First Woman to Climb Mount Everest from Both Sides; Author, Just For The Love of It
Fee Range: $8,600–$14,000
Travels From: International
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Stephen Klasko, MD

Transformative Leader & Advocate for Revolution in Healthcare, Education and Health Disparities; Former CEO of Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health
Fee Range: $14,000–$25,000
Travels From: Florida
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