Damon J. Dunn
Keynote Speaker: Leadership Development Speaker; CEO & Member of Board of Directors for Sign Talent Solutions; Former Fellow, Stanford Hoover Institution | Former NFL Player
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Damon J. Dunn Biography
Success isn’t about talent alone — it’s about being able to LOCK IN on vision, values, and disciplined execution that drives long-term success. Damon Dunn has built a career proving that high performance is a mindset, not a moment — and he has the results to back it up.
As CEO for three companies, Dunn allocated over $200 million, delivering 5x returns for investors. He scaled a franchise empire to 38 locations with $35 million in revenue and developed 31 retail properties across the U.S., attracting major tenants like Walmart and CVS. His leadership extends beyond business — as a Fellow at Stanford’s Hoover Institution, he brings a practical, real-world perspective on economic and market trends that impact industries and leadership.
From a trailer park to Stanford graduate, from the NFL to entrepreneurship, real estate, and investment acumen, Dunn is a rare force in business. He’s dominated four industries by embracing focus, resilience, and bold leadership, and he’s here to teach organizations how to do the same.
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Drawing from his journey out of rural Texas poverty to Stanford, the NFL, Hoover, and CEO leadership, Damon Dunn shows that bold creators don’t wait for the future—they build it. A University of Pennsylvania study found that people who shape their own identity are 42% more likely to hit long-term goals. Damon teaches how anyone can rewrite their story, design their systems, and turn adversity into momentum.
Four Takeaways:
- The Obstacle Is the Way – When life blocks you, that’s the road sign showing where to grow next.
- We Fall to Our Systems – You don’t rise to big moments; you default to your daily habits. Build better defaults.
- Pre-Suade – Set the stage before you take the stage. Influence begins before the ask.
- Transmute Pain Into Fuel – Don’t run from hard moments—burn them as rocket fuel.
From Stanford to the NFL to leading companies, Damon Dunn shows that real leadership isn’t top-down — it’s all directions at once. McKinsey research shows teams with strong cross-functional alignment are five times more likely to grow faster. Damon teaches how to lead down, across, up, and within — the four angles that drive execution and margin growth.
Three Takeaways:
- Lead in Every Direction – Down, across, up — influence is a full-circle skill, not a job title.
- Make Work Flow, Not Fight – Smooth systems beat heroic effort. Reduce friction, increase speed.
- Know Yourself to Grow Yourself – Better judgment starts with better self-awareness.
Damon Dunn shows how top performers turn failure into a competitive advantage. Harvard research proves teams that learn openly from mistakes improve results by up to 23%. Damon teaches how to fail smart — fast, forward, and cheap — so organizations innovate quicker, waste less, and climb faster.
Three Takeaways:
- Fail Fast, Learn Faster – The quicker the feedback, the quicker the breakthrough.
- Study the Miss, Not Just the Make – Every stumble carries data. Use it.
- Bounce Forward, Not Back – Don’t just recover — advance.
Damon DUnn breaks down how elite performers — athletes, operators, and creators — produce excellence on command. Research from the American Psychological Association shows that consistent performance routines boost achievement by 27%. Damon teaches how to build a personal system that delivers energy, clarity, and results every day, not just on big days.
Three Takeaways:
- Do the Small Things Like They Matter — Because They Do – Daily reps build peak performance.
- Measure What Matters – Simple tracking = smarter decisions = better results.
- Build Systems That Hold You Up – When life gets heavy, your habits should carry the load.
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How much does it cost to book Damon J. Dunn for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Damon J. Dunn, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Damon J. Dunn are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Damon J. Dunn, 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 Damon J. Dunn speak about?
Damon J. Dunn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Football, Sports, Business, Business Leadership, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Leadership, Black Heritage, Resilience, Youth, Peak Performance and Motivational.
Where does Damon J. Dunn travel from?
Damon J. Dunn generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Damon J. Dunn?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Damon J. Dunn 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 Damon J. Dunn for your next private or corporate function.
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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 Damon J. Dunn 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.
Damon J. Dunn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Overcoming Adversity, Football and Sports. The estimated speaking fee range to book Damon J. Dunn for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Damon J. Dunn generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shawn Harper, Rocky Bleier and Demario Davis. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Damon J. Dunn for an upcoming event.
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Damon J. Dunn Speaking Topics
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Locked In: The Bold Create the Future
Drawing from his journey out of rural Texas poverty to Stanford, the NFL, Hoover, and CEO leadership, Damon Dunn shows that bold creators don’t wait for the future—they build it. A University of Pennsylvania study found that people who shape their own identity are 42% more likely to hit long-term goals. Damon teaches how anyone can rewrite their story, design their systems, and turn adversity into momentum.
Four Takeaways:
- The Obstacle Is the Way – When life blocks you, that’s the road sign showing where to grow next.
- We Fall to Our Systems – You don’t rise to big moments; you default to your daily habits. Build better defaults.
- Pre-Suade – Set the stage before you take the stage. Influence begins before the ask.
- Transmute Pain Into Fuel – Don’t run from hard moments—burn them as rocket fuel.
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Locked In: 360° Leadership
From Stanford to the NFL to leading companies, Damon Dunn shows that real leadership isn’t top-down — it’s all directions at once. McKinsey research shows teams with strong cross-functional alignment are five times more likely to grow faster. Damon teaches how to lead down, across, up, and within — the four angles that drive execution and margin growth.
Three Takeaways:
- Lead in Every Direction – Down, across, up — influence is a full-circle skill, not a job title.
- Make Work Flow, Not Fight – Smooth systems beat heroic effort. Reduce friction, increase speed.
- Know Yourself to Grow Yourself – Better judgment starts with better self-awareness.
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Locked In: Fail Boldly
Damon Dunn shows how top performers turn failure into a competitive advantage. Harvard research proves teams that learn openly from mistakes improve results by up to 23%. Damon teaches how to fail smart — fast, forward, and cheap — so organizations innovate quicker, waste less, and climb faster.
Three Takeaways:
- Fail Fast, Learn Faster – The quicker the feedback, the quicker the breakthrough.
- Study the Miss, Not Just the Make – Every stumble carries data. Use it.
- Bounce Forward, Not Back – Don’t just recover — advance.
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Locked In: Peak Performance
Damon DUnn breaks down how elite performers — athletes, operators, and creators — produce excellence on command. Research from the American Psychological Association shows that consistent performance routines boost achievement by 27%. Damon teaches how to build a personal system that delivers energy, clarity, and results every day, not just on big days.
Three Takeaways:
- Do the Small Things Like They Matter — Because They Do – Daily reps build peak performance.
- Measure What Matters – Simple tracking = smarter decisions = better results.
- Build Systems That Hold You Up – When life gets heavy, your habits should carry the load.
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How do I book Damon J. Dunn to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Damon J. Dunn for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Damon J. Dunn, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Damon J. Dunn or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Damon J. Dunn for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Damon J. Dunn, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Damon J. Dunn are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Damon J. Dunn, 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 Damon J. Dunn speak about?
Damon J. Dunn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Football, Sports, Business, Business Leadership, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Leadership, Black Heritage, Resilience, Youth, Peak Performance and Motivational. -
Where does Damon J. Dunn travel from?
Damon J. Dunn generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Damon J. Dunn?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Damon J. Dunn 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 Damon J. Dunn 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 Damon J. Dunn 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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