Jerry Schemmel
Keynote Speaker: Plane Crash Survivor & Christian Motivational Speaker; Former Sports Broadcaster; Endurance Cyclist
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Jerry Schemmel Biography
Jerry Schemmel is a former major-market sports broadcaster turned motivational speaker whose life and career reflect resilience, endurance, and the power of perspective. After more than 30 years behind the microphone—including long tenures with the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Rockies—Schemmel transitioned from broadcasting to focus on inspiring audiences through his personal story and hard-earned insights.
A motivational speaker for over 25 years, Schemmel draws from three defining aspects of his life: surviving a commercial airline crash, his decades-long broadcasting career, and his pursuits as an ultra-endurance cyclist. He is the author of “Chosen To Live,” a memoir that recounts his survival of the 1989 United Airlines Flight 232 crash and the profound impact it had on his outlook.
Schemmel’s message centers on a universal truth: everyone experiences a “plane crash” in life—moments of adversity, loss, or unexpected challenge. While each person’s experience is different, he emphasizes that setbacks do not define us. Instead, they present an opportunity for growth, resilience, and transformation.
Through candid storytelling and compelling lessons, Schemmel encourages audiences to confront hardship with courage, to rise after being knocked down, and to emerge stronger than before. His presentations resonate across industries, offering a powerful reminder that even life’s most difficult moments can lead to renewed purpose and possibility.
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Jerry Schemmel Speaking Topics
Jerry will take the audience through the harrowing experience of the crash of United Flight 232, and explain how all of us have a plane crash, how we are all survivors. And then, more importantly, how we should act as survivors.
Jerry will provide motivation for moving past a life of mediocrity and routine and finding true meaning in everyday living.
The title of Jerry's Book is “Chosen To Live.” Jerry will address how he feels we were ALL chosen to live. Then, we should reflect that in how we live our lives.
Jerry will talk about how his life’s mantra, “Just Keep Moving,” that literally saved his life. And how it might do the same for his audience.
Jerry Schemmel Videos
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How much does it cost to book Jerry Schemmel for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jerry Schemmel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jerry Schemmel are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jerry Schemmel, 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 Jerry Schemmel speak about?
Jerry Schemmel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Motivational, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Christian, Children's Authors, Athlete and Christian Athletes.
Where does Jerry Schemmel travel from?
Jerry Schemmel generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Jerry Schemmel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jerry Schemmel 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 Jerry Schemmel 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 Jerry Schemmel 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.
Jerry Schemmel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Overcoming Adversity, Motivational and Sports Journalism & Broadcasting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jerry Schemmel for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jerry Schemmel generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rocky Bleier, Rowdy Gaines and Jim Morris. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jerry Schemmel for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Jerry Schemmel Speaking Topics
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We Are All Survivors
Jerry will take the audience through the harrowing experience of the crash of United Flight 232, and explain how all of us have a plane crash, how we are all survivors. And then, more importantly, how we should act as survivors.
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Catching A Second Wind
Jerry will provide motivation for moving past a life of mediocrity and routine and finding true meaning in everyday living.
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Chosen To Live
The title of Jerry's Book is “Chosen To Live.” Jerry will address how he feels we were ALL chosen to live. Then, we should reflect that in how we live our lives.
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Just Keep Moving
Jerry will talk about how his life’s mantra, “Just Keep Moving,” that literally saved his life. And how it might do the same for his audience.
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Jerry Schemmel Videos
REVIEWS
Jerry Schemmel Reviews
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We appreciated Jerry's talk today at our luncheon. He had people on the edge of their seats as he was describing his experiences through the plane crash.
AdventHeath Avista - Apr 09 2026
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How do I book Jerry Schemmel to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jerry Schemmel 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 Jerry Schemmel, 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 Jerry Schemmel or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jerry Schemmel for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jerry Schemmel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jerry Schemmel are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jerry Schemmel, 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 Jerry Schemmel speak about?
Jerry Schemmel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Motivational, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Christian, Children's Authors, Athlete and Christian Athletes. -
Where does Jerry Schemmel travel from?
Jerry Schemmel generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jerry Schemmel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jerry Schemmel 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 Jerry Schemmel 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 Jerry Schemmel 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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