Ron Shapiro

Ron Shapiro

Keynote Speaker: Expert Negotiator, Sports Agent, Bestselling Author, Attorney, Educator

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Ron Shapiro Biography

Expert Negotiator, Sports Agent, Attorney, Educator, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Civic Leader, Ron Shapiro attended Haverford College and graduated Cum Laude from Harvard Law School in 1967. After moving to Baltimore in 1967 for a federal clerkship, he began teaching law school in 1968. From 1972 to 1974, Shapiro served as Maryland State Securities Commissioner and was recognized as one of the most effective state investment officials in the nation. In 1972, he founded what is now known as Shapiro Sher Guinot & Sandler, a prominent Baltimore law firm. Subsequently, in 1976, Shapiro founded Shapiro, Robinson & Associates, a sports management firm that developed a national reputation through its holistic approach to contract negotiation, sound financial management, and commitment to community involvement on the part of its clients. In 1995, he founded the Shapiro Negotiations Institute, a negotiation seminar and consulting firm that has trained over 350,000 professionals in the art of negotiation, dealing with difficult personalities, and enhancing preparation and listening skills.

Ron Shapiro's impressive list of clients includes more Hall of Famers than any other agent, such as Cal Ripken, Jr., Jim Palmer, Brooks Robinson, Kirby Puckett, and Eddie Murray, with more than one billion dollars in contracts negotiated. Furthermore, Shapiro is the Special Advisor to the owner of the NFL Baltimore Ravens and to the General Manager of the NBA San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder. Notably, Shapiro has authored several best-selling books on negotiation and preparation, including "THE POWER OF NICE: How To Negotiate So Everyone Wins – Especially You!" and "Dare to Prepare: How to Win Before You Begin," which won two categories in the National Best Books 2008 Awards by USA Book News. His book "Perfecting Your Pitch: How to Succeed in Business and in Life by Finding Words That Work" is also highly regarded for its insights into effective communication.

Committed to public and civic matters, Shapiro has chaired over 25 boards of charitable and community organizations. His dedication is recognized through numerous awards such as The American Red Cross Lifetime Achievement Award and induction into the Baltimore Jewish Hall of Fame. Furthermore, his contributions to sports and business were honored by SportsBusiness Journal, naming him a member of "The Champions: Pioneers and Innovators in Sports Business." Ron Shapiro's influence extends across law, sports, business, and politics, advising a diverse range of individuals and enhancing ROI for companies through systematic negotiation and communication strategies.

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Ron Shapiro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication, Sales and Negotiation.

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Ron Shapiro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Communication, Sales and Negotiation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ron Shapiro for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ron Shapiro can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robert Cialdini, Michael Pantalon, Ph.D. and Brian Sullivan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ron Shapiro for an upcoming event.

  • How do I book Ron Shapiro to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ron Shapiro, 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 Shapiro, 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 Shapiro speak about?

    Ron Shapiro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication, Sales and Negotiation.
  • Who is the agent for Ron Shapiro?

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