Johnny Quinn
Keynote Speaker: Third Person in History to Play Pro Football and Compete in the Winter Olympics
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Johnny Quinn Biography
Johnny Quinn is a dynamic keynote speaker, U.S. Olympian, and former pro football player who helps organizations Push What's Possible by turning great teams into unstoppable ultra performers who stay ready for what’s next.
As the third person in history to play pro football and compete in the Winter Olympics, Quinn brings a rare perspective on what it takes to perform under pressure. His journey from the gridiron to the Olympic track gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to turn setbacks into comebacks and challenges into the best opportunities you never saw coming.
His P.U.S.H. framework has equipped thousands at organizations like Toyota, Southwest Airlines, and Verizon to collaborate more effectively, stay agile during disruption, and build momentum—no matter the season. By helping audiences push past what's holding them back, he helps them discover untapped potential they didn't know they had.
Recognized by major media outlets including ESPN, CNN, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal, and the author of "PUSH: Breaking Through Barriers," Quinn delivers proven strategies teams can implement the very next day.
He lives in Texas with his wife, Amanda, and two small children.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Johnny Quinn and other top speakers and celebrities.
Johnny Quinn Speaking Topics
Every high-achieving team faces unexpected moments that test everything they’ve got—their discipline, their focus, and their self-belief. When the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain, how do you not just survive the season, but stay ready for what’s next?
From NFL locker rooms to the Olympic starting line, Johnny Quinn learned that readiness isn’t luck. It’s built through the right mindset and daily disciplines that prepare you for opportunity before it even arrives at your door.
In this relatable and instantly applicable talk, he reveals the P.U.S.H. framework that turns great teams into unstoppable ultra performers.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Collaborate under pressure by finding a way to get the job done with the people and resources available
– Build the habits that keep them prepared for whatever comes their way
– Turn “no” into “next” by choosing readiness over resistance
Getting cut three times from the NFL should have ended Johnny Quinn’s athletic dreams. Instead, it led him to the Olympics.
In this inspiring and practical keynote, Johnny reveals the mental framework that separates those who let rejection define them from those who use it as rocket fuel for what’s next.
Through his journey from NFL rejection to Olympic competition, Johnny shows how to develop the mindset that doesn’t just bounce back from setbacks—it uses them as stepping stones to breakthrough performance.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Develop the mindset that keeps them moving when others quit
– Build the discipline that drives winning results
– Master the fundamentals that keep you ready when your next opportunity arrives
Every great leader faces the same question: how do you build teams that rise to the occasion when everything’s on the line and things don’t always go to plan?
Through setbacks in professional football and breakthroughs at the Winter Olympics, Johnny Quinn discovered that readiness starts within. The difference isn’t just talent—it’s the mindset and daily disciplines that prepare both you and your team for whatever comes next.
In this inspiring and tactical keynote, Johnny reveals the leadership principles that turn pressure into performance and potential into consistent results.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Create cultures where people hold themselves accountable—even when no one’s watching
– Lead through setbacks in ways that build momentum for what’s next
– Build team momentum that turns challenges into competitive advantages
At 26, Johnny Quinn’s NFL career came crashing to an end. Everything he’d worked on for years was gone. But instead of letting that setback define him, he stayed ready for what came next—and it led him to the Olympics.
In this practical and inspiring keynote, Johnny reveals how the same readiness principles that took him from getting cut three times in the NFL to competing on bobsled’s biggest stage can help your team turn unexpected changes into breakthrough opportunities.
When your industry shifts overnight, when new technology disrupts everything you know, when the rules of the game change completely—that’s when readiness matters most. Johnny shows how to build the kind of agile mindset that doesn’t just survive disruption, but uses it as a launchpad.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Master the “what’s next?” mindset that turns uncertainty into opportunity
– Build agile teams that stay ready for opportunities others miss
– Stay focused on what matters most when everything else is shifting
Johnny Quinn Videos
How do I book Johnny Quinn to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn, 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 Johnny Quinn or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Johnny Quinn for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Johnny Quinn, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Johnny Quinn are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Johnny Quinn, 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 Johnny Quinn speak about?
Johnny Quinn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Olympic Athlete, Athlete, Sports, Football, Author, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Mindset, Leadership, Inspirational and Innovation.
Where does Johnny Quinn travel from?
Johnny Quinn generally travels from McKinney, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Johnny Quinn?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn 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.
Johnny Quinn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Olympic Athlete, Athlete and Sports. The estimated speaking fee range to book Johnny Quinn for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Johnny Quinn generally travels from McKinney, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eric Boles, Vince Poscente and Shannon Miller. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Johnny Quinn for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Johnny Quinn Speaking Topics
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PUSH WHAT’S POSSIBLE: The Olympic Formula for Breakthrough Performance in Any Season
Every high-achieving team faces unexpected moments that test everything they’ve got—their discipline, their focus, and their self-belief. When the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain, how do you not just survive the season, but stay ready for what’s next?
From NFL locker rooms to the Olympic starting line, Johnny Quinn learned that readiness isn’t luck. It’s built through the right mindset and daily disciplines that prepare you for opportunity before it even arrives at your door.
In this relatable and instantly applicable talk, he reveals the P.U.S.H. framework that turns great teams into unstoppable ultra performers.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Collaborate under pressure by finding a way to get the job done with the people and resources available
– Build the habits that keep them prepared for whatever comes their way
– Turn “no” into “next” by choosing readiness over resistance
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WHEN “NO” MEANS NEXT: The Olympic Mindset that Turns Setbacks into Comebacks
Getting cut three times from the NFL should have ended Johnny Quinn’s athletic dreams. Instead, it led him to the Olympics.
In this inspiring and practical keynote, Johnny reveals the mental framework that separates those who let rejection define them from those who use it as rocket fuel for what’s next.
Through his journey from NFL rejection to Olympic competition, Johnny shows how to develop the mindset that doesn’t just bounce back from setbacks—it uses them as stepping stones to breakthrough performance.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Develop the mindset that keeps them moving when others quit
– Build the discipline that drives winning results
– Master the fundamentals that keep you ready when your next opportunity arrives
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WINNING LEADERSHIP: How to Build Unstoppable Teams that Outperform the Competition
Every great leader faces the same question: how do you build teams that rise to the occasion when everything’s on the line and things don’t always go to plan?
Through setbacks in professional football and breakthroughs at the Winter Olympics, Johnny Quinn discovered that readiness starts within. The difference isn’t just talent—it’s the mindset and daily disciplines that prepare both you and your team for whatever comes next.
In this inspiring and tactical keynote, Johnny reveals the leadership principles that turn pressure into performance and potential into consistent results.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Create cultures where people hold themselves accountable—even when no one’s watching
– Lead through setbacks in ways that build momentum for what’s next
– Build team momentum that turns challenges into competitive advantages
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FUTURE-PROOF TEAMS STAY READY FOR WHAT’S NEXT: How to Build Agile Teams that Thrive When Everything’s Changing
At 26, Johnny Quinn’s NFL career came crashing to an end. Everything he’d worked on for years was gone. But instead of letting that setback define him, he stayed ready for what came next—and it led him to the Olympics.
In this practical and inspiring keynote, Johnny reveals how the same readiness principles that took him from getting cut three times in the NFL to competing on bobsled’s biggest stage can help your team turn unexpected changes into breakthrough opportunities.
When your industry shifts overnight, when new technology disrupts everything you know, when the rules of the game change completely—that’s when readiness matters most. Johnny shows how to build the kind of agile mindset that doesn’t just survive disruption, but uses it as a launchpad.
AUDIENCES LEARN HOW TO:
– Master the “what’s next?” mindset that turns uncertainty into opportunity
– Build agile teams that stay ready for opportunities others miss
– Stay focused on what matters most when everything else is shifting
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Johnny Quinn Videos
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Johnny Quinn Reviews
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Johnny Quinn News
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I Played 1,000 Pickleball Games in 8 Months
I like a good fitness challenge. In 2021, I rowed 1,000,000 meters. In 2022, my wife and I had our second child. In 2023, I went on a quest to play 1,000 pickleball games.
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How do I book Johnny Quinn to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn, 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 Johnny Quinn or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Johnny Quinn for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Johnny Quinn, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Johnny Quinn are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Johnny Quinn, 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 Johnny Quinn speak about?
Johnny Quinn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Olympic Athlete, Athlete, Sports, Football, Author, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Mindset, Leadership, Inspirational and Innovation. -
Where does Johnny Quinn travel from?
Johnny Quinn generally travels from McKinney, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Johnny Quinn?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn 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 Johnny Quinn 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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