Mark Ballas

Mark Ballas

Keynote Speaker: Dancing with the Stars Champion & Mental Health Activist

Mark Ballas Biography

A lifelong dancer and musician, Mark Ballas has captivated over 20 million viewers on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" for 18 seasons, from 2007 to 2022. He not only has been a two-time champion (Season 6 with Kristi Yamaguchi and Season 8 with Shawn Johnson), but also won the 31st season with social media personality and dancer Charli D'Amelio. He created a media frenzy when he took performance newcomer Bristol Palin all the way to the finals in Season 11 and partnered with her again in Season 15.

His masterful choreography earned Ballas a 2011 Primetime Emmy nomination, and his creative pieces during Season 12 led him and his partner, Disney star Chelsea Kane, to the finals, finishing in third place. Again in season 13, he and his partner, Welsh singing sensation Katherine Jenkins, made it to the finals, finishing in second place. In March 2011, Ballas's debut solo album, "HurtLoveBox," was released by Hit Play Records - Sony Red. His first single from the album, "Hotwire," amassed over 100 million views and appeared on feature reels in more than 100,000 retail and business locations worldwide. Ballas was named the Clear Channel "Artist to Watch" in July 2011.

On the acting front, Ballas played the lead role of Tony in the musical "Copacabana" and was the lead dancer in the UK national tour of the Spanish musical "Maria de Buenos Aires." He was also the understudy for the role of Ritchie Valens in the UK national tour of "Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story." Ballas was the final actor to portray the role of ‘Frankie Valli’ in the Broadway cast of "Jersey Boys" before it closed in 2017. He also portrayed ‘Charlie Price’ in the musical "Kinky Boots" on Broadway and played the role of ‘Teen Angel’ in the 2018 Toronto revival of "Grease."

When not performing, Ballas is committed to speaking to children about acceptance. He and his family were deeply affected by the suicide of his uncle, David, leading Ballas and his mother, Shirley, to form The Ballas Foundation in 2010, which is dedicated to eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness and suicide by raising funds, awareness, and volunteerism in support of suicide awareness.

Currently, Ballas is part of the indie music duo Alexander Jean alongside his wife, BC Jean. The duo has had success with their debut single, "Roses and Violets," and was nominated as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month in November 2018. Born in Houston, TX, to award-winning Latin American ballroom dancers Corky and Shirley Ballas, Ballas moved at a young age to his mother’s hometown, Liverpool, England, where he attended the Italia Conti Performing Arts Academy. After graduating with a degree and honors, Ballas married his long-time love and music partner, BC Jean, in November 2016. They enjoy their downtime traveling, attending music festivals, appreciating animals, and indulging in their passion for fashion and music creation. When not on tour or traveling, the couple resides in Los Angeles, CA.

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Mark Ballas Speaking Topics

Health & Wellness

Suicide Awareness & Mental Health Advocacy

Performing at the Highest Levels

Mark Ballas Videos

BC Jean and Mark Ballas' Love for Their Rescued Dog
Salsa Challenge with Mark Ballas + Shawn Johnson + BC Jean + Andrew East
Lindsey Stirling and Mark Ballas Interview

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What topics does Mark Ballas speak about?

Mark Ballas is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Health, Entertainers, Performing Arts, Social Activism, Mental Health, Government, Reality TV, Political, College, Nutrition, Fitness, Celebrity, Men's Health, Personal Growth and Motivational.

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Mark Ballas generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Mark Ballas is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Health and Entertainers. The estimated speaking fee range to book Mark Ballas for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Mark Ballas generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sean Astin, Derek Hough and Bob Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mark Ballas for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 14/07/2024.

Mark Ballas Speaking Topics

  • Health & Wellness

  • Suicide Awareness & Mental Health Advocacy

  • Performing at the Highest Levels

Mark Ballas Videos

BC Jean and Mark Ballas' Love for Their Rescued Dog
Salsa Challenge with Mark Ballas + Shawn Johnson + BC Jean + Andrew East
Lindsey Stirling and Mark Ballas Interview
'DWTS' Pro Mark Ballas Opens Up About Wife BC Jean

Mark Ballas News

  • How do I book Mark Ballas to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mark Ballas 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 Mark Ballas, 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 Mark Ballas or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Mark Ballas for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Mark Ballas, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Mark Ballas are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mark Ballas, 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 Mark Ballas speak about?

    Mark Ballas is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Health, Entertainers, Performing Arts, Social Activism, Mental Health, Government, Reality TV, Political, College, Nutrition, Fitness, Celebrity, Men's Health, Personal Growth and Motivational.
  • Where does Mark Ballas travel from?

    Mark Ballas generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Mark Ballas?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mark Ballas 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 Mark Ballas 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 Mark Ballas 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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