Danny Kanell

Danny Kanell

Keynote Speaker: College Football Analyst & Former NFL Quarterback

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Danny Kanell Biography

Danny Kanell is a former National Football League (NFL) quarterback and college football star at Florida State who has built a successful career as a sports analyst and broadcaster. He joined ESPN in 2010, serving as a game and studio analyst across ESPN networks, co-hosting Russillo & Kanell on ESPN Radio, and contributing to shows like SVP & Russillo and Mike & Mike. He also hosted ESPNU’s late-night show "UNITE" and provided coverage for college football and baseball, including the College World Series.

Before broadcasting, Kanell played in the NFL with the New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons, and Denver Broncos, and briefly returned to baseball in 2001 with the Newark Bears. A standout at Florida State, he was the 1995 ACC Player of the Year, a Scholar Athlete honoree, and was inducted into the FSU Hall of Fame in 2012.

Beyond sports, Kanell is active in community service through the Orange Bowl Committee, the Heart Gallery of Broward County, and as Chairman of the Board for Rocketown Florida, a youth-focused nonprofit.

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Danny Kanell Speaking Topics

Leaders Lead

A lot of people claim to be leaders. But the real leaders are the ones who actually get people to follow. Danny Kanell gives his 4 secrets to getting people to follow you wherever you want them to go. As a major college and NFL quarterback it was Danny Kanell’s job to get his teammates to follow. It wasn’t always easy getting guys motivated but Danny found the keys to maximizing the effort of those around him. Whether on the field or in the workplace, these secrets will build a following of people ready to go where you want them to go.

Turning Adversity into Growth

It’s inevitable. At some point things will go off the rails. It’s easy to be positive when things are great. But what happens when things go wrong? When you don’t get that long awaited promotion. When you aren’t able to close that deal. Those are the times when it’s most critical to keep a positive mindset. Having lost on the biggest stages, been cut by 3 different NFL teams, and fired from his dream job, Danny Kanell can speak from experience! But despite all of these seeming failures he has been able to stay positive and live a successful, accomplished life. He’ll give you his keys to personal character growth in the midst of adversity.

Mastering the Comeback

Coming back from the brink of disaster isn’t easy. But Danny Kanell knows from his personal experience that it can be done. He masterminded one of the greatest comebacks in college football history while playing quarterback at Florida State University. With his team trailing 31-3 with only 10 minutes remaining in the 4th quarter, Kanell directed 4 touchdown drives to lead his team all the way back from almost certain defeat. More important than the comeback itself were the real life lessons that he took from that historical day

Living a B+ Life

It’s not a grade. It’s a lifestyle.

Being positive is a way of life. It’s something Danny Kanell has chosen to follow. But it’s more than reciting a few cliches when you wake up in the morning. It’s about dealing with people. It’s about how you approach your work. It’s about real life applications that will make you a happier, more productive person. Danny will share his own secrets on how to stay positive through even the toughest of hardships.

How do I book Danny Kanell to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell, 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 Danny Kanell or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Danny Kanell for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Danny Kanell, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Danny Kanell, 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 Danny Kanell speak about?

Danny Kanell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Football, Baseball, Sports, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Athlete, Leadership and Overcoming Adversity.

Where does Danny Kanell travel from?

Danny Kanell generally travels from Connecticut, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Danny Kanell?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell 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.


Danny Kanell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Football, Baseball and Sports. The estimated speaking fee range to book Danny Kanell for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Danny Kanell generally travels from Connecticut, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are LaDainian Tomlinson, Dan Marino and Mike Pawlawski. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Danny Kanell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/09/2025.

Danny Kanell Speaking Topics

  • Leaders Lead

    A lot of people claim to be leaders. But the real leaders are the ones who actually get people to follow. Danny Kanell gives his 4 secrets to getting people to follow you wherever you want them to go. As a major college and NFL quarterback it was Danny Kanell’s job to get his teammates to follow. It wasn’t always easy getting guys motivated but Danny found the keys to maximizing the effort of those around him. Whether on the field or in the workplace, these secrets will build a following of people ready to go where you want them to go.

  • Turning Adversity into Growth

    It’s inevitable. At some point things will go off the rails. It’s easy to be positive when things are great. But what happens when things go wrong? When you don’t get that long awaited promotion. When you aren’t able to close that deal. Those are the times when it’s most critical to keep a positive mindset. Having lost on the biggest stages, been cut by 3 different NFL teams, and fired from his dream job, Danny Kanell can speak from experience! But despite all of these seeming failures he has been able to stay positive and live a successful, accomplished life. He’ll give you his keys to personal character growth in the midst of adversity.

  • Mastering the Comeback

    Coming back from the brink of disaster isn’t easy. But Danny Kanell knows from his personal experience that it can be done. He masterminded one of the greatest comebacks in college football history while playing quarterback at Florida State University. With his team trailing 31-3 with only 10 minutes remaining in the 4th quarter, Kanell directed 4 touchdown drives to lead his team all the way back from almost certain defeat. More important than the comeback itself were the real life lessons that he took from that historical day

  • Living a B+ Life

    It’s not a grade. It’s a lifestyle.

    Being positive is a way of life. It’s something Danny Kanell has chosen to follow. But it’s more than reciting a few cliches when you wake up in the morning. It’s about dealing with people. It’s about how you approach your work. It’s about real life applications that will make you a happier, more productive person. Danny will share his own secrets on how to stay positive through even the toughest of hardships.

  • How do I book Danny Kanell to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell, 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 Danny Kanell or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Danny Kanell for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Danny Kanell, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Danny Kanell, 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 Danny Kanell speak about?

    Danny Kanell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Football, Baseball, Sports, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Athlete, Leadership and Overcoming Adversity.
  • Where does Danny Kanell travel from?

    Danny Kanell generally travels from Connecticut, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Danny Kanell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell 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 Danny Kanell 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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