Ernie Els

Ernie Els

Keynote Speaker: International Golf Champion & Former World No. 1; Four-Time Major Winner; World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee

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Ernie Els Biography

Ernie Els is a South African professional golfer known for his achievements in international golf and his influence on the sport. A former World No. 1, Els is nicknamed The Big Easy due to his physical stature and fluid golf swing. He has secured 80 professional victories, including four major championships, one senior major, two World Golf Championships, and a record seven World Match Play titles. His major championship wins include the U.S. Open and The Open Championship. With his second U.S. Open victory, Els became the first international player since Alex Smith to win the tournament twice.

Els has compiled a significant record across multiple tours, with 19 PGA Tour wins and 28 European Tour wins, ranking seventh all-time. He earned the European Tour Order of Merit in consecutive seasons and was named European Tour Golfer of the Year three times. Els also received PGA Tour Rookie of the Year honors. He was elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame on his first ballot and has been recognized with the Payne Stewart Award and the Old Tom Morris Award for his sportsmanship and contributions to golf.

Continuing his competitive presence into the senior stage of his career, Els captured his first senior major championship at the Kaulig Companies Championship at Firestone Country Club. The win elevated him to the top of the Charles Schwab Cup standings. In team competition, Els competed in the Presidents Cup eight times as a member of the International Team, tying for the most appearances by an International Team member. He later served as captain of the International side at Royal Melbourne Golf Club and as playing captain at the World Champions Cup.

Off the course, Els is active in philanthropy and business. Along with his wife Liezl, he founded The Els for Autism Foundation, which established The Els Center of Excellence, a site offering programs and services for individuals with autism. The foundation's Golf Challenge has raised significant funds to support its mission. Els also founded The Ernie Els Foundation in South Africa, providing educational assistance and golf opportunities to young individuals from families with limited resources. His business ventures include golf course design, hospitality, and an award-winning wine portfolio through Ernie Els Wines in South Africa. Els is recognized for his ongoing contributions to golf, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship.

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Ernie Els Videos

Ernie Els: Easy Does It
Golf star Ernie Els talks to Live @ Wimbledon
Ernie Els: My Driving Secrets

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What topics does Ernie Els speak about?

Ernie Els is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Golf, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Neurodiversity, Belonging, Rugby, Fitness and Hall of Fame.

Where does Ernie Els travel from?

Ernie Els generally travels from Jupiter, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ernie Els?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ernie Els 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ernie Els 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 Ernie Els 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?

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Ernie Els is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Golf, Athlete and Sports. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ernie Els generally travels from Jupiter, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Webb Simpson, Kevin Kisner and Dan Marino. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ernie Els for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/10/2026.

Ernie Els Videos

Ernie Els: Easy Does It
Golf star Ernie Els talks to Live @ Wimbledon
Ernie Els: My Driving Secrets
  • How do I book Ernie Els to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ernie Els 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 Ernie Els, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ernie Els or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ernie Els for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ernie Els, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ernie Els, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ernie Els speak about?

    Ernie Els is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Golf, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Neurodiversity, Belonging, Rugby, Fitness and Hall of Fame.
  • Where does Ernie Els travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ernie Els 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ernie Els 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 Ernie Els 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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