Justin Gatlin
Keynote Speaker: Olympic Gold Medalist; Performance Mindset and Motivational Speaker; Host of "Ready, Set, Go" podcast
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Justin Gatlin Biography
Justin Gatlin is an Olympic Champion, five-time Olympic medalist, four-time World Champion, and the fifth-fastest man in history. One of the most accomplished American sprinters of all time, Gatlin competed at the highest level of global Track & Field for nearly two decades. A six-time NCAA Champion at the University of Tennessee, he went on to win Olympic gold in the 100 meters at the 2004 Athens Games and earn five Olympic medals across three Olympic Games.
Gatlin’s signature keynote draws on a career defined by extraordinary success, adversity, reinvention, longevity, and the discipline required to perform when the stakes are highest and the odds are against you. Perhaps no moment captures that story better than the 2017 World Championships in London. At 35 years old, competing against a new generation of sprint stars, Gatlin stunned the world by defeating Usain Bolt in Bolt’s final individual 100-meter race, reclaiming the World Championship twelve years after winning his first. Through his story, Gatlin speaks about resilience, sustained excellence, preparation, accountability, leadership, overcoming adversity, and the determination required to continue pursuing ambitious goals when others believe your best days are behind you.
Today, Gatlin brings those lessons to corporate and athletic audiences. He has spoken for organizations including Group 1001 and Navy Federal Credit Union, appeared at numerous events and summits with renowned speaker Ben Newman, and delivered motivational speeches to various sports teams.
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Justin Gatlin Speaking Topics
In the 2017 World Championship 100-meter final, everything appeared stacked against Justin Gatlin. At 35, he was considered past his prime. He stood in lane 8 while the world waited for Usain Bolt’s storybook farewell victory. As Bolt received overwhelming cheers, Gatlin faced deafening boos.
Then he won.
In this powerful keynote, Gatlin takes audiences inside those defining seconds and the years of preparation behind them. He explores what it means to believe in yourself when the odds, expectations, and even the room are against you, and how to separate outside opinions from the work you know you have done.
Drawing on nearly two decades at the highest level of sport, Gatlin challenges audiences to stop allowing circumstances, age, setbacks, or other people’s expectations to define what is possible.
Key themes: resilience, self-belief, overcoming adversity, confidence under pressure, perseverance, and performing against the odds.
What happens when the strategy that made you successful stops being enough?
For most of Justin Gatlin’s career, his explosive start and early-race dominance could beat almost anyone in the world. But Usain Bolt exposed a weakness: the final 20 meters. After falling short against Bolt at the 2015 World Championships, Gatlin made a difficult decision. Instead of doubling down on what had always worked, he changed the way he trained and raced.
Two years later, that change helped him defeat Bolt for the World Championship.
Gatlin uses that journey to explore one of the hardest lessons in sustained success: what got you here may not get you where you want to go next. Winning requires the humility to identify weaknesses, abandon comfortable habits, remain coachable, and adapt as the competition and environment evolve.
Key themes: adaptability, reinvention, continuous improvement, discipline, coachability, innovation, and sustained excellence.
After nearly 20 years, five Olympic Medals, and world record glory, Justin Gatlin knows what it feels like to step onto a starting line with millions watching, history at stake, and less than ten seconds to deliver. Throughout his career, he learned that physical talent alone could never guarantee performance. The smallest habits, mental preparation, discipline, and ability to remain present under pressure often determined the difference between winning and losing.
In this keynote, Gatlin takes audiences behind the scenes of elite competition to show how champions prepare before the moment arrives. He shares lessons from Olympic and World Championship victories, as well as the losses that forced him to examine where his preparation had fallen short.
Audiences learn how consistent habits, deliberate preparation, mental discipline, and respect for the process can help them rise to high-pressure moments rather than be overwhelmed by them.
Key themes: peak performance, preparation, mental discipline, habits, accountability, focus, and performing under pressure.
How do I book Justin Gatlin to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Justin Gatlin for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Justin Gatlin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Justin Gatlin are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Justin Gatlin, 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 Justin Gatlin speak about?
Justin Gatlin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Olympic Athlete, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Overcoming Adversity, Podcast Host, Motivational, Resilience, Peak Performance and Non-Fiction Authors.
Where does Justin Gatlin travel from?
Justin Gatlin generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Justin Gatlin?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin 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.
Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Justin Gatlin generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Carl Lewis, Sanya Richards-Ross and Michael Phelps. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Justin Gatlin for an upcoming event.
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Justin Gatlin Speaking Topics
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Lane 8: Bet on Yourself When No One Else Does
In the 2017 World Championship 100-meter final, everything appeared stacked against Justin Gatlin. At 35, he was considered past his prime. He stood in lane 8 while the world waited for Usain Bolt’s storybook farewell victory. As Bolt received overwhelming cheers, Gatlin faced deafening boos.
Then he won.
In this powerful keynote, Gatlin takes audiences inside those defining seconds and the years of preparation behind them. He explores what it means to believe in yourself when the odds, expectations, and even the room are against you, and how to separate outside opinions from the work you know you have done.
Drawing on nearly two decades at the highest level of sport, Gatlin challenges audiences to stop allowing circumstances, age, setbacks, or other people’s expectations to define what is possible.
Key themes: resilience, self-belief, overcoming adversity, confidence under pressure, perseverance, and performing against the odds.
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The Last 20 Meters: Adapt, Reinvent and Find Another Way to Win
What happens when the strategy that made you successful stops being enough?
For most of Justin Gatlin’s career, his explosive start and early-race dominance could beat almost anyone in the world. But Usain Bolt exposed a weakness: the final 20 meters. After falling short against Bolt at the 2015 World Championships, Gatlin made a difficult decision. Instead of doubling down on what had always worked, he changed the way he trained and raced.
Two years later, that change helped him defeat Bolt for the World Championship.
Gatlin uses that journey to explore one of the hardest lessons in sustained success: what got you here may not get you where you want to go next. Winning requires the humility to identify weaknesses, abandon comfortable habits, remain coachable, and adapt as the competition and environment evolve.
Key themes: adaptability, reinvention, continuous improvement, discipline, coachability, innovation, and sustained excellence.
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Bigger Than the Moment: How to Perform When Everything Is on the Line
After nearly 20 years, five Olympic Medals, and world record glory, Justin Gatlin knows what it feels like to step onto a starting line with millions watching, history at stake, and less than ten seconds to deliver. Throughout his career, he learned that physical talent alone could never guarantee performance. The smallest habits, mental preparation, discipline, and ability to remain present under pressure often determined the difference between winning and losing.
In this keynote, Gatlin takes audiences behind the scenes of elite competition to show how champions prepare before the moment arrives. He shares lessons from Olympic and World Championship victories, as well as the losses that forced him to examine where his preparation had fallen short.
Audiences learn how consistent habits, deliberate preparation, mental discipline, and respect for the process can help them rise to high-pressure moments rather than be overwhelmed by them.
Key themes: peak performance, preparation, mental discipline, habits, accountability, focus, and performing under pressure.
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How do I book Justin Gatlin to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin, 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 Justin Gatlin or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Justin Gatlin for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Justin Gatlin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Justin Gatlin are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Justin Gatlin, 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 Justin Gatlin speak about?
Justin Gatlin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Olympic Athlete, Athlete, Sports, Sports Motivation, Overcoming Adversity, Podcast Host, Motivational, Resilience, Peak Performance and Non-Fiction Authors. -
Where does Justin Gatlin travel from?
Justin Gatlin generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Justin Gatlin?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin 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 Justin Gatlin 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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