Ron Barr

Ron Barr

Keynote Speaker: Veteran Journalist, Sports Broadcaster, Founder of Sports Byline USA

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Ron Barr Biography

Ron Barr is a veteran journalist and sports broadcaster with an extensive career spanning various media platforms. After beginning his career at the Washington Post, Barr worked as a freelance reporter with ABC Radio Sports before becoming a sports anchor in major cities like Boston and San Francisco. He is known for his play-by-play commentary for NFL and NBA teams and has covered a wide range of sporting events including NBA basketball, NFL football, Major League Baseball, and professional tennis. Barr has also broadcasted 32 Super Bowls and 5 Olympic Games.

In 1988, he launched "Sports Byline USA," America's first national sports talk show, which marked the beginning of the first national radio sports talk network. This show is now broadcast on 200 U.S. radio stations and is available on American Forces Radio Network stations in 177 countries. The network achieved a significant milestone in 2002 when it expanded to 24 hours a day with its launch on Sirius Satellite Radio. This expansion helped solidify Barr's reputation as a broadcasting pioneer and a major sports content developer.

Barr's contributions to sports media have been widely recognized, earning him an Emmy Award for his television feature "From San Quentin to Candlestick." In addition to his broadcasting achievements, he is also celebrated in the world of video games. Millions of video game enthusiasts recognize his voice in more than a half dozen EA SPORTS video games, including titles like NHL Hockey, Bill Walsh College Football, PGA Golf, and FIFA Soccer. His extensive interview library, featuring more than 12,000 sports interviews conducted over 60 years, is preserved at the Library of Congress, further cementing his legacy in sports journalism. Barr describes his work as being in the "toy department of life," reflecting his passion and enthusiasm for sports broadcasting.

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Ron Barr Videos

Golden Moments in Sports
Ron Barr Broadcasts Final Doughboy Game Worldwide
Ron Barr Brings NFL greats to Benning

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What topics does Ron Barr speak about?

Ron Barr is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Broadcasting, Sports and Journalist.

Where does Ron Barr travel from?

Ron Barr generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Ron Barr is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting and Broadcasting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ron Barr for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ron Barr generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dan Patrick, Jim Nantz and Mike Golic. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ron Barr for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Ron Barr Videos

Golden Moments in Sports
Ron Barr Broadcasts Final Doughboy Game Worldwide
Ron Barr Brings NFL greats to Benning
  • How do I book Ron Barr to speak at my event?

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

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

    Ron Barr is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Broadcasting, Sports and Journalist.
  • Where does Ron Barr travel from?

    Ron Barr generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ron Barr?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ron Barr 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 Ron Barr 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 Ron Barr 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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