Dexter Holland

Dexter Holland

Keynote Speaker: Lead Vocalist & Founding Member of the Punk Rock Band The Offspring; Entrepreneur & Founder of Gringo Bandito Hot Sauce; PhD Recipient in Molecular Biology

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Dexter Holland Biography

Dexter Holland is a notable figure in several domains, ranging from music and science to entrepreneurship. Holland is foremost recognized as the co-founder, lead vocalist, and guitarist of the punk rock band The Offspring, which he launched in 1984. The band, with Holland and "Noodles" as the constant members, significantly impacted the 1990s punk rock scene with hits like "Come Out and Play," "Self Esteem," and "Pretty Fly (for a White Guy)." To date, The Offspring has sold over 40 million records globally, releasing multiple albums, including "Smash," "Americana," and "Let the Bad Times Roll."

Academically, Holland has shown excellence from high school, graduating as class valedictorian in 1984 from Pacifica High School. He further honed his intellectual prowess at the University of Southern California (USC), where he received a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Master of Science in molecular biology. Despite pausing his studies to prioritize his music career, he later returned to research and completed his Ph.D. in molecular biology from USC in 2017. His doctoral thesis titled "Discovery of mature microRNA sequences within the protein-coding regions of global HIV-1 genomes: predictions of novel mechanisms for viral infection and pathogenicity" under the guidance of Suraiya Rasheed and Bob Baker, reflects his contribution to HIV research.

In the entrepreneurial domain, Holland made a mark by founding the hot sauce brand Gringo Bandito in 2004. His creation has gained popularity over the years, selling over a million bottles and being available in over 500 restaurants and 7,000 stores. Holland's adventurous and multifaceted personality extends to aviation as well, having completed a 10-day solo flight around the world in November 2004. He also made cameo appearances in movies such as "Idle Hands," "Pauly Shore Is Dead," "Punk's Not Dead," "One Nine Nine Four," and "The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead."

Holland's multifaceted career speaks volumes about his diverse skills and achievements in music, science, and business. He has consistently left his mark in these fields, from his influential contributions to punk rock, his dedicated scientific research, to his entrepreneurial ventures. In addition to his professional pursuits, Holland is known to be involved in charitable work, such as supporting the Innocence Project during the Los Angeles Marathon in 2006 and 2008. He has also contributed to academia, delivering the commencement address to Ph.D., DNAP, MPH, and MS students at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

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Dexter Holland Videos

Dr. Dexter Holland's speech at Keck University
Dexter Holland on Let the Bad Times Roll and molecular biology

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What topics does Dexter Holland speak about?

Dexter Holland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Science, Biology, HIV & AIDS, Entertainment, Health and Entrepreneurship.

Where does Dexter Holland travel from?

Dexter Holland generally travels from Huntington Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dexter Holland?

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Dexter Holland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Science and Biology. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dexter Holland for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Dexter Holland generally travels from Huntington Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Michelle Zauner, Scott MacIntyre and Pedro Noguera. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dexter Holland for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 23/07/2024.

Dexter Holland Videos

Dr. Dexter Holland's speech at Keck University
Dexter Holland on Let the Bad Times Roll and molecular biology

Dexter Holland Reviews

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  • How do I book Dexter Holland to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Dexter Holland, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dexter Holland are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dexter Holland, 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 Dexter Holland speak about?

    Dexter Holland is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Science, Biology, HIV & AIDS, Entertainment, Health and Entrepreneurship.
  • Where does Dexter Holland travel from?

    Dexter Holland generally travels from Huntington Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dexter Holland?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dexter Holland 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 Dexter Holland 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 Dexter Holland 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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