Termite Watkins
Keynote Speaker: Champion Boxer & Olympic Boxing Coach; Youngest National Golden Gloves Winner; Motivational Speaker
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Termite Watkins Biography
Maurice Watkins, known in the boxing world as Termite Watkins, is a former professional boxer whose career has spanned from the championship rings of Las Vegas to the conflict zones of Baghdad. At age 16, Watkins became the nation's youngest national Golden Gloves champion, compiling an amateur record of 128 wins and 10 losses. In the early 1970s, he competed on the international amateur team alongside Howard Davis and Sugar Ray Leonard. Watkins transitioned to a professional boxing career, achieving a record of 58 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws, and 48 knockouts, and concluded his career with a fight for the world title. He faced Saoul Mamby for the WBC light welterweight title at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, serving as the chief supporting fight to Muhammad Ali's attempt to regain the heavyweight championship from Larry Holmes.
Following the attacks of September 11, Watkins sought to support the military and was contracted by the American military as a fumigator to assist in rebuilding Iraq's infrastructure. While in Iraq, he provided boxing classes to soldiers, officers, and aid workers, gaining recognition for his work in both pest control and boxing training.
Coalition leader Mike Gfoeller tasked Watkins with building an Iraqi Olympic boxing team during the war and preparing them for the Athens Olympics. Under the previous regime, Iraqi athletes faced harsh treatment, and Watkins worked to change the culture while training the team under challenging conditions. He introduced the slogan "Iraq is Back," which became the team's mantra. Within 57 days of taking over, Watkins led the team to a tournament in the Philippines, followed by matches in China and Pakistan and training in the United States. Ultimately, flyweight Najah Ali qualified for the Summer Games in Athens.
Watkins' life is chronicled in the book "Termite" by Suzy Pepper. His journey, which includes fighting for world championships, overcoming addiction, recovering from COVID-19, and training Iraqi boxers for the Olympics, has attracted the attention of Balboa Productions, which is developing a feature film about his life. Watkins has also managed and trained Evan Holyfield, son of former boxing champion Evander Holyfield. In addition to mentoring youth, he continues to speak at events across the country, sharing his experiences in boxing, Olympic coaching, and personal perseverance.
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Termite Watkins Speaking Topics
“The story of an American Prize Fighter who went to Iraq to kill bugs and built an Olympic team instead.” Termite’s Iraq speech begins and ends with a message of overcoming obstacles.
From the age of 10 years old his passion was to be a champion. He realized that dream many times over by becoming our Nation’s first 16 year old Golden Gloves Champion (with an amateur record of 128 wins and 10 losses), by becoming a professional boxer (with a record of 58 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws, and 48 knock-outs), and by concluding his career with a fight for the coveted world title! After his legendary career he was asked to go to Iraq and use his pest control skills to rid our US military camps of bugs, scorpions, and snakes. Through a series of events he was soon asked to coach and qualify the Iraqi boxing team for the 2004 Olympics.
He inspired the world and will inspire you as well, with his story of incredible perseverance overcoming daunting obstacles as he helped Iraq reach their Olympic dreams!
Based on his favorite verse—Phil 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”—Termite feels strongly motivated to share the inspirational story of where his true strength is found. It is not found in his own strength, but in the Lord’s.
Termite enjoyed a very successful boxing career in his youth, and yet he has suffered many failures as well. He knows all too well how it feels when life knocks you down. He has learned firsthand the pain of hitting rock bottom, only to learn the most important truth of all: God is near to the brokenhearted and He is our ever present help in time of need.
Termite also met with seemingly insurmountable obstacles throughout his journey in Iraq. However, through it all he was reminded over and over again that with God: you can always find a way through every challenge. Regardless of your obstacles, God will supply every single thing you need to succeed.
With When Life Knocks You Down, your congregation or audience will be inspired by the Lord through Termite to “fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7).
Termite’s contagious attitude and remarkable life experience will captivate and inspire participants to adopt more effective sales techniques. This isn’t your old school seminar! 15 Rounds of Life is a very unique learning experience conducted inside a working boxing Gym. If you are tired of dull, uneventful classes with monotone speakers, then this is the seminar for you! Termite integrates proven sales skills with hands-on boxing techniques that are effective both in and out of the ring.
Termite’s wisdom comes from his own successful career as a salesman and boxer. He believes that the ability to sell something is a skill that can be learned. However, he also teaches that good character, positivity, and a courteous attitude towards customers should always be a priority.
“The story of an American Prize Fighter who went to Iraq to kill bugs and built an Olympic team instead.” Keep Your Guard Up is the exciting, inspiring safety speech and presentation designed by Termite Watkins. Unlike most safety talks, which are dull, unimaginative, and difficult to remember, Termite’s presentation will grab the attention of his listeners with the compelling story of his success.
When safety is your goal, the best gift you can give your co-workers and employees is an enthusiastic, passionate speech from a speaker they won’t soon forget. You will find this enthusiasm and passion in former professional fighter and Olympic boxing coach, Maurice “Termite” Watkins. Leave nothing to chance. Make it your priority to choose, introduce, and present and educational experience that will save lives.
“In the darkest of moments, one man inspired a team, a country, yes, even the world.”
Termite Watkins Videos
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How much does it cost to book Termite Watkins for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Termite Watkins, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Termite Watkins, 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 Termite Watkins speak about?
Termite Watkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Boxing, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Olympic Athlete, Military, Motivational, Human Resources, Sports Coaching, Corporate Culture, Christian, Personal Growth, Christian Athletes, Inspirational and Overcoming Adversity.
Where does Termite Watkins travel from?
Termite Watkins generally travels from La Porte, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Termite Watkins?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Termite Watkins 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 Termite Watkins 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 Termite Watkins 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.
Termite Watkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Boxing, Sports and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Termite Watkins for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Termite Watkins generally travels from La Porte, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Morris, Oz Sanchez and Josh Davis. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Termite Watkins for an upcoming event.
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Termite Watkins Speaking Topics
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Motivational Presentation: An Olympic Dream that Changed the World
“The story of an American Prize Fighter who went to Iraq to kill bugs and built an Olympic team instead.” Termite’s Iraq speech begins and ends with a message of overcoming obstacles.
From the age of 10 years old his passion was to be a champion. He realized that dream many times over by becoming our Nation’s first 16 year old Golden Gloves Champion (with an amateur record of 128 wins and 10 losses), by becoming a professional boxer (with a record of 58 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws, and 48 knock-outs), and by concluding his career with a fight for the coveted world title! After his legendary career he was asked to go to Iraq and use his pest control skills to rid our US military camps of bugs, scorpions, and snakes. Through a series of events he was soon asked to coach and qualify the Iraqi boxing team for the 2004 Olympics.
He inspired the world and will inspire you as well, with his story of incredible perseverance overcoming daunting obstacles as he helped Iraq reach their Olympic dreams!
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Faith Presentation: When Life Knocks You Down
Based on his favorite verse—Phil 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”—Termite feels strongly motivated to share the inspirational story of where his true strength is found. It is not found in his own strength, but in the Lord’s.
Termite enjoyed a very successful boxing career in his youth, and yet he has suffered many failures as well. He knows all too well how it feels when life knocks you down. He has learned firsthand the pain of hitting rock bottom, only to learn the most important truth of all: God is near to the brokenhearted and He is our ever present help in time of need.
Termite also met with seemingly insurmountable obstacles throughout his journey in Iraq. However, through it all he was reminded over and over again that with God: you can always find a way through every challenge. Regardless of your obstacles, God will supply every single thing you need to succeed.
With When Life Knocks You Down, your congregation or audience will be inspired by the Lord through Termite to “fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7).
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Sales Presentation: 15 Rounds of Life
Termite’s contagious attitude and remarkable life experience will captivate and inspire participants to adopt more effective sales techniques. This isn’t your old school seminar! 15 Rounds of Life is a very unique learning experience conducted inside a working boxing Gym. If you are tired of dull, uneventful classes with monotone speakers, then this is the seminar for you! Termite integrates proven sales skills with hands-on boxing techniques that are effective both in and out of the ring.
Termite’s wisdom comes from his own successful career as a salesman and boxer. He believes that the ability to sell something is a skill that can be learned. However, he also teaches that good character, positivity, and a courteous attitude towards customers should always be a priority.
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Safety Presentation: Keep Your Guard Up
“The story of an American Prize Fighter who went to Iraq to kill bugs and built an Olympic team instead.” Keep Your Guard Up is the exciting, inspiring safety speech and presentation designed by Termite Watkins. Unlike most safety talks, which are dull, unimaginative, and difficult to remember, Termite’s presentation will grab the attention of his listeners with the compelling story of his success.
When safety is your goal, the best gift you can give your co-workers and employees is an enthusiastic, passionate speech from a speaker they won’t soon forget. You will find this enthusiasm and passion in former professional fighter and Olympic boxing coach, Maurice “Termite” Watkins. Leave nothing to chance. Make it your priority to choose, introduce, and present and educational experience that will save lives.
“In the darkest of moments, one man inspired a team, a country, yes, even the world.”
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How do I book Termite Watkins to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Termite Watkins 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 Termite Watkins, 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 Termite Watkins or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Termite Watkins for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Termite Watkins, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Termite Watkins, 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 Termite Watkins speak about?
Termite Watkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Boxing, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Olympic Athlete, Military, Motivational, Human Resources, Sports Coaching, Corporate Culture, Christian, Personal Growth, Christian Athletes, Inspirational and Overcoming Adversity. -
Where does Termite Watkins travel from?
Termite Watkins generally travels from La Porte, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Termite Watkins?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Termite Watkins 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 Termite Watkins 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 Termite Watkins 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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