Donna Orender
Keynote Speaker: Founder of Generation W, Former President of the WNBA & Author of "WOWsdom!"
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Categories:Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Business, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Business Growth, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Olympic Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Inspirational, Motivational, Basketball, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Leadership, Education, Educational Motivational, Women, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Gender Equality, Sports Coaching, Women's History Month, Influential Women, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking
Donna Orender Biography
Donna Orender learned early on that the games played on the courts and in the fields were a vital learning and proving ground for life’s opportunities. Recognized as a leader of growth and innovation in several high-profile companies, her ability to pivot as a former professional basketball athlete has served her well. Her passionate pursuit of working on behalf of women and girls is a result of her journey as a professional athlete, a corporate executive, a leader of an iconic women’s business, the WNBA, a board member and founder of Generation W. She has been recognized as one of the top 10 Most Powerful Women in sports and one of Newsweek`s 100 most Influential people in the business of sports and is a best-selling author with her 2018 release of "Wowsdom! the girl’s guide to the Positive and the Possible."
In 2011 Orender launched Generation W, a dynamic platform of education, inspiration and connection for women and girls, in the service of building community. It has changed the trajectory of thousands of lives who have become part of this inclusive and energetic community. Leveraging intergenerational connectivity and mentorship, Generation W and Generation WOW have positively impacted skills and opportunities while broadening perspectives on women’s equality and equity.
Orender served 6 years as the President of the WNBA, during which time she solidified its base and led double digit growth in all key business metrics. Prior to the WNBA, Orender spent 17 years at the PGA TOUR serving in the Office of the Commissioner. She developed a global and domestic media business leading global production, programming, distribution, and digital businesses for the TOUR. As the CEO of Orender Unlimited she works with companies on strategic and growth initiatives.
She currently serves on the board of the SPAC Goal Acquisition Corporation as well as on the privately held World Surf League Board and Cre8tor, an Israeli based health and wellness manufacturing company.
Her community board work includes the V Foundation for Cancer Research, Co-Chair of the UJA Sports for Youth Initiative, the Jacksonville Public Education Fund, the executive committee of the Jacksonville Chamber, Maccabi USA and a founding member of the board of Women in America. She has also been a Global Ambassador for Vital Voices, a Hall of Fame collegiate and professional athlete and a recipient of the March of Dimes Sports Leadership Award. She enjoys speaking on leadership, change and gender equity. She is a mom of twin sons and two step children.
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Donna Orender Speaking Topics
In her inspiring keynote titled “Life is a Team Sport,” Donna Orender will challenge us with the powerful question, “Why Not?” as she encourages everyone to choose to believe in themselves through captivating personal stories and journeys. Donna Orender, a prominent sports executive for both men and women's sports including leading the WNBA at a most challenging to times, former professional basketball player, and founder of Generation W, will talk us through the importance of the collective, sisterhood, and the strength of a team, illustrating how these elements are crucial for success and fulfillment in both our personal and professional lives.
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How much does it cost to book Donna Orender for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Donna Orender, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Donna Orender are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Donna Orender, 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 Donna Orender speak about?
Donna Orender is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Business, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Business Growth, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Olympic Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Inspirational, Motivational, Basketball, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Leadership, Education, Educational Motivational, Women, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Gender Equality, Sports Coaching, Women's History Month, Influential Women, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
Where does Donna Orender travel from?
Donna Orender generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Donna Orender?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Donna Orender 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 Donna Orender 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 Donna Orender 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.
Donna Orender is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership and Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Donna Orender for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Donna Orender generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Amelia Rose Earhart, Fran Hauser and Linda Alvarado. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Donna Orender for an upcoming event.
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Donna Orender Speaking Topics
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Life is a Team Sport
In her inspiring keynote titled “Life is a Team Sport,” Donna Orender will challenge us with the powerful question, “Why Not?” as she encourages everyone to choose to believe in themselves through captivating personal stories and journeys. Donna Orender, a prominent sports executive for both men and women's sports including leading the WNBA at a most challenging to times, former professional basketball player, and founder of Generation W, will talk us through the importance of the collective, sisterhood, and the strength of a team, illustrating how these elements are crucial for success and fulfillment in both our personal and professional lives.
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Donna Orender Reviews
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Donna was fantastic as a speaker, and the client LOVED the event with her.
Revel Experiences - Jun 12 2024 -
Grosvenor Capital Management, L.P. - Dec 02 2019
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Everything went very smooth, our communications were great and we got all the information in a timely manner. Was a great experience from my end, and got incredible feedback from our attendees on Donna's presentation! Hope we can work with you all in the future. Thank you!
Grosvenor Capital Management, L.P. - Sep 23 2019
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How do I book Donna Orender to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Donna Orender 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 Donna Orender, 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 Donna Orender or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Donna Orender for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Donna Orender, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Donna Orender are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Donna Orender, 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 Donna Orender speak about?
Donna Orender is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Business, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Business Growth, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Olympic Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Inspirational, Motivational, Basketball, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Female Leadership, Leadership, Education, Educational Motivational, Women, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Gender Equality, Sports Coaching, Women's History Month, Influential Women, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. -
Where does Donna Orender travel from?
Donna Orender generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Donna Orender?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Donna Orender 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 Donna Orender 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 Donna Orender 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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