Matt Blanchard

Matt Blanchard

Keynote Speaker: Resilience & Grit Motivational Speaker; Founder of Southern Utah Adaptive Sports

Matt Blanchard Biography

Matt Blanchard, a motivational and inspirational speaker and founder of Southern Utah Adaptive Sports 501(c)(3), specializes in grit, team building, transforming obstacles into opportunities, and the power of the pivot. Blanchard began speaking at religious events after being injured in 2006, and his message quickly expanded to schools, businesses, colleges, universities, hospitals, and corporations across the United States. He travels nationwide, inspiring others with his story of triumph over physical, mental, and emotional challenges.

After being told he would never walk again, Blanchard dedicated the next 15 years to daily therapy, diligently working to regain his ability to walk. His perseverance paid off when he regained the ability to walk with a single cane.

On Feb. 21, 2021, an impaired driver crossed the median on Interstate 15, resulting in a head-on collision with Blanchard. For the second time, he was trapped in his vehicle and had to be extracted with the jaws of life before being airlifted to receive medical attention. Unfortunately, Blanchard suffered a new spinal cord injury, losing the ability to walk once more.

Blanchard believes that life happens for us, not to us, and that surrounding oneself with the right people, alongside the right attitude and effort, can turn impossible situations into possible ones.

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Matt Blanchard Speaking Topics

Leadership and Organizational Development

UBUNTU:

How do you show up in your personal life? How do you show up in your professional life? Are you celebrated or are you tolerated?

This POWERFUL presentation provides a different perspective and understanding of how we show up in the world. We discuss the energy we show up with every day. How our energy impacts others and ultimately ourselves.

How we show up in the world is a direct correlation to how we feel about ourselves, a situation, or what we believe the inevitable outcome may be. If we can look at a situation dispassionately, remove how WE feel about the situation and start looking at it from another's perception we now have PERSPECTIVE.

When we apply the principals associated with UBUNTU we quickly understand that it is not about ME, its about US. I AM BECAUSE WE ARE. The only way I can reach my full potential as a human is by helping others reach their full potential.

IT'S NOT ABOUT ME, IT'S ABOUT US

Mental Health Addiction

Feeding the Monster:

With the opioid crisis in full swing, now more than ever it is important to talk about the destructive nature and pain caused by pain medication. Physical, emotional, and spiritual pain. Be a part of this raw unfiltered story of how Matt Blanchard nearly lost everything -- his vehicles, house, toys, and nearly his family -- because of the destructive strangle hold of opioids.

Realizing he had a problem that was much bigger than anything he could handle on his own, Matt went to work surrounding himself with a team of individuals who knew his heart and loved him enough to watch as he suffered.

This presentation will outline the steps to take to build a successful team. By following these step by step instructions, you will be provided the tools to address future issues, resolve future problems, and overcome insurmountable odds.

Charge Nurse Retreat: GRIT

We Can Do Hard Things:

This POWERUL presentation allows caregivers and health care providers a first hand look as to the patient experience. Often our health care professionals have been practicing medicine for so long that it becomes mundane. At times they forget that even though they have seen something 1000 times and will probably see the same thing 1000 times more, it is this patient's first time and that needs to be treated with reverence and respect.

Listen to the story of a young man and how on a snowy January morning he was faced with life and death decisions, and how one of those decisions lead to paralysis and ultimately to purpose.

SUHA Safety in the Workplace

Dig in, Dig Deep, and GET IT DONE:

There are times we think we can cut corners or that the rules do not apply. Have you ever been guilty of saying "I don't need to wear my seatbelt, accidents happen to others, not me." Come along and experience how pride and arrogance cost Matt Blanchard the use of his legs and how adopting the mantra "Dig in, Dig Deep, and Get it DONE" saved his life and so much more.

Mental Health: Labeling

I'm The Man:

Matt Blanchard has found the three phrases that, if repeated enough times, will literally rewire your brain. Throughout this powerful presentation, you will be given the tools and thought process that will literally make you unstoppable in under 6 weeks time.

You will leave feeling like "I'm the man".

Matt Blanchard Videos

Matt Blanchard - Wear Your Seatbelt

How do I book Matt Blanchard to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Matt Blanchard 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 Matt Blanchard, 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 Matt Blanchard or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Matt Blanchard for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Matt Blanchard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matt Blanchard are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matt Blanchard, 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 Matt Blanchard speak about?

Matt Blanchard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Resilience, Motivational, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Storytelling, Disability, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Professors, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Entrepreneurship, Sports, Mental Health, Healthcare and Public Health.

Where does Matt Blanchard travel from?

Matt Blanchard generally travels from St. George, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Matt Blanchard?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matt Blanchard 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 Matt Blanchard 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 Matt Blanchard 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.


Matt Blanchard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Resilience, Motivational and Inspirational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Matt Blanchard for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Matt Blanchard generally travels from St. George, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Morris, Benjamin Sledge and Catherine Garceau. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Matt Blanchard for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 23/09/2025.

Matt Blanchard Speaking Topics

  • Leadership and Organizational Development

    UBUNTU:

    How do you show up in your personal life? How do you show up in your professional life? Are you celebrated or are you tolerated?

    This POWERFUL presentation provides a different perspective and understanding of how we show up in the world. We discuss the energy we show up with every day. How our energy impacts others and ultimately ourselves.

    How we show up in the world is a direct correlation to how we feel about ourselves, a situation, or what we believe the inevitable outcome may be. If we can look at a situation dispassionately, remove how WE feel about the situation and start looking at it from another's perception we now have PERSPECTIVE.

    When we apply the principals associated with UBUNTU we quickly understand that it is not about ME, its about US. I AM BECAUSE WE ARE. The only way I can reach my full potential as a human is by helping others reach their full potential.

    IT'S NOT ABOUT ME, IT'S ABOUT US

  • Mental Health Addiction

    Feeding the Monster:

    With the opioid crisis in full swing, now more than ever it is important to talk about the destructive nature and pain caused by pain medication. Physical, emotional, and spiritual pain. Be a part of this raw unfiltered story of how Matt Blanchard nearly lost everything -- his vehicles, house, toys, and nearly his family -- because of the destructive strangle hold of opioids.

    Realizing he had a problem that was much bigger than anything he could handle on his own, Matt went to work surrounding himself with a team of individuals who knew his heart and loved him enough to watch as he suffered.

    This presentation will outline the steps to take to build a successful team. By following these step by step instructions, you will be provided the tools to address future issues, resolve future problems, and overcome insurmountable odds.

  • Charge Nurse Retreat: GRIT

    We Can Do Hard Things:

    This POWERUL presentation allows caregivers and health care providers a first hand look as to the patient experience. Often our health care professionals have been practicing medicine for so long that it becomes mundane. At times they forget that even though they have seen something 1000 times and will probably see the same thing 1000 times more, it is this patient's first time and that needs to be treated with reverence and respect.

    Listen to the story of a young man and how on a snowy January morning he was faced with life and death decisions, and how one of those decisions lead to paralysis and ultimately to purpose.

  • SUHA Safety in the Workplace

    Dig in, Dig Deep, and GET IT DONE:

    There are times we think we can cut corners or that the rules do not apply. Have you ever been guilty of saying "I don't need to wear my seatbelt, accidents happen to others, not me." Come along and experience how pride and arrogance cost Matt Blanchard the use of his legs and how adopting the mantra "Dig in, Dig Deep, and Get it DONE" saved his life and so much more.

  • Mental Health: Labeling

    I'm The Man:

    Matt Blanchard has found the three phrases that, if repeated enough times, will literally rewire your brain. Throughout this powerful presentation, you will be given the tools and thought process that will literally make you unstoppable in under 6 weeks time.

    You will leave feeling like "I'm the man".

Matt Blanchard Videos

Matt Blanchard - Wear Your Seatbelt
  • How do I book Matt Blanchard to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Matt Blanchard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Matt Blanchard are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matt Blanchard, 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 Matt Blanchard speak about?

  • Where does Matt Blanchard travel from?

    Matt Blanchard generally travels from St. George, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Matt Blanchard?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matt Blanchard 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 Matt Blanchard 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 Matt Blanchard 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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