Brent Venables
Keynote Speaker: Head Coach at University of Oklahoma; Former Clemson Defensive Coordinator
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Brent Venables Biography
Brent Venables is an American college football coach and defensive strategist who serves as the head football coach at the University of Oklahoma. Venables has built a reputation for developing fast, aggressive defenses and maintaining a high standard of accountability. He advanced through the coaching ranks as a defensive coordinator before returning to lead the Sooners’ football program, establishing himself as a central figure in college football.
Venables first gained national attention as a defensive coordinator and linebackers coach at major programs, contributing to multiple conference titles and appearances in high-profile postseason games. At Oklahoma, he played a significant role in constructing defenses that complemented high-powered offenses, supporting the program’s sustained success and national relevance. During his tenure at Clemson, Venables coordinated defensive units that consistently ranked among the nation’s best, helping secure conference and national championships for the Tigers.
At Clemson, Venables’ defenses were recognized for their versatility, physicality, and situational performance. He coached and developed numerous all-conference and All-America players, many of whom advanced to professional football careers. His ability to adjust game plans, disguise pressures, and teach complex defensive schemes contributed to his standing as a leading tactician and communicator in the sport. Venables received national recognition as a top assistant coach, reflecting his impact on college football and his influence among coaching peers.
As head coach at Oklahoma, Venables emphasizes culture, player development, and complementary football, aiming to integrate a high-tempo offense with a disciplined, disruptive defense. His sideline demeanor—intense, engaged, and focused—demonstrates a coaching philosophy built on effort, toughness, and attention to detail. Venables is a frequent speaker at coaching clinics and football gatherings, where he shares insights on leadership, defensive strategy, and building cohesive teams.
Throughout his career, Venables has addressed the pressures and expectations associated with leading programs with national ambitions. He has spoken about embracing accountability, learning from setbacks, and maintaining a growth mindset amid competitive and institutional change. His experience in building championship-level defenses and guiding player development continues to resonate with audiences interested in leadership, performance, and the dynamics of high-level team success.
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Brent Venables is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Football, Athlete, Sports Motivation, College, Sports, Sports Coaching, Strategic Leadership and Leadership.
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Brent Venables generally travels from Norman, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Brent Venables is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Football, Athlete and Sports Motivation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Brent Venables for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Brent Venables generally travels from Norman, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jessica Campbell, Ryan Walters and Matt Eberflus. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Brent Venables for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Brent Venables for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Brent Venables, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Brent Venables, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Brent Venables speak about?
Brent Venables is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Football, Athlete, Sports Motivation, College, Sports, Sports Coaching, Strategic Leadership and Leadership. -
Where does Brent Venables travel from?
Brent Venables generally travels from Norman, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Brent Venables?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Brent Venables for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Brent Venables for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Brent Venables or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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