Thurl Bailey
Keynote Speaker: Inspirational Leadership Expert & Master Storyteller; Former NBA Star With Utah Jazz; Author of "Team of Destiny"
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Thurl Bailey Biography
Thurl Bailey is recognized as a significant figure in Utah Jazz history and a prominent power forward in professional basketball. Standing 6-foot-11, Bailey began his basketball career at North Carolina State University, where he played a pivotal role in the Wolfpack's NCAA Tournament championship run. As the team's leader in scoring and rebounding, Bailey contributed to one of college basketball's most notable championship victories under head coach Jim Valvano.
The Utah Jazz selected Bailey as the seventh pick in the NBA Draft. He started for the Jazz during his first two seasons before transitioning to a key role off the bench following the arrival of Karl Malone. Bailey excelled in this position, recording his two highest-scoring NBA seasons with averages of 19.6 and 19.5 points per game, and played in all 82 games each year. His career highlights include a 41-point, 8-rebound performance in a win over the Denver Nuggets. After playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Bailey continued his professional basketball career overseas in Italy and Greece, further expanding his international experience. He later returned to the Jazz, where fans welcomed him back with a standing ovation.
Bailey has received several civic awards for his community service, including the NBA's Kennedy Community Award, the Utah Association for Gifted Children's Community Service Award, Sigma Gamma Chi Fraternity's Exemplary Manhood Award, the Great Salt Lake Council of the Boy Scouts of America's American Champion Award, and the Italian League's All-Star Games Most Valuable Player. He leads a long-running youth basketball camp focused on life skills, operates the Big TLC foundation supporting various charities, and participates in educational initiatives such as read-to-achieve programs and partnerships with organizations including Make-A-Wish, DARE, and the Happy Factory.
Beyond his basketball career, Bailey has worked as a broadcast analyst for the Utah Jazz and University of Utah, and has established himself as a speaker, singer, songwriter, and film actor. His music, which blends R&B and Nu Soul, includes albums such as "Faith in Your Heart," "The Gift of Christmas," and "I'm Not the Same." Bailey has earned Pearl Awards for Best Contemporary Recording and Best New Artist of the Year. His film credits include "The Luck of the Irish," "The Single Ward," "David and Goliath," "Church Ball," and an episode of ESPN's "30 for 30." Bailey co-authored "Team of Destiny," a book chronicling the North Carolina State Wolfpack's NCAA championship journey. As a speaker, Bailey addresses topics such as leadership, team building, performance, and adaptability, drawing on his experiences in professional basketball and beyond.
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Thurl Bailey Speaking Topics
By applying the lessons that Thurl illustrates, your people can learn to play for the team's victory not just for their own glory. He teaches audiences to understand everyone's role, such as when to step in when needed, and how to fall back into position - all aimed at helping the whole team win.
Learn from the examples Thurl shares about how leaders are needed in every position on the court. Learn that a winning game plan requires every team member to be a team leader on every play. Learn the steps to allow leadership to flourish in your organization.
Twice Thurl's teams have come from far behind to win national championships. Your corporate team can do the same. No matter what the obstacles are, or what the 'experts' say, your organization can learn tested principles about accomplishing goals.
What are the elements of power? of satisfaction? On the court, in the boardroom, or in the family room the issues are the same. The keys to incredible effectiveness lie in underrated values: fair play, honesty, trust, integrity, and respect. Learn and laugh with Thurl's short tales and tall truths and discover what matters most to you.
Thurl Bailey Videos
How do I book Thurl Bailey to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Thurl Bailey for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Thurl Bailey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Thurl Bailey are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Thurl Bailey, 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 Thurl Bailey speak about?
Thurl Bailey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Black History Month and Sports.
Where does Thurl Bailey travel from?
Thurl Bailey generally travels from Salt Lake City, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Thurl Bailey?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Thurl Bailey 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 Thurl Bailey 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 Thurl Bailey 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.
Thurl Bailey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Athlete and Sports Journalism & Broadcasting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Thurl Bailey for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Thurl Bailey generally travels from Salt Lake City, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Muggsy Bogues, Darryl Strawberry and Shawn Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Thurl Bailey for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Thurl Bailey Speaking Topics
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Will The Real MVP Please Stand
By applying the lessons that Thurl illustrates, your people can learn to play for the team's victory not just for their own glory. He teaches audiences to understand everyone's role, such as when to step in when needed, and how to fall back into position - all aimed at helping the whole team win.
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Don’t Pass The Buck – Pass The Ball!
Learn from the examples Thurl shares about how leaders are needed in every position on the court. Learn that a winning game plan requires every team member to be a team leader on every play. Learn the steps to allow leadership to flourish in your organization.
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Our Winning Defied All Logic
Twice Thurl's teams have come from far behind to win national championships. Your corporate team can do the same. No matter what the obstacles are, or what the 'experts' say, your organization can learn tested principles about accomplishing goals.
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What Matters Most
What are the elements of power? of satisfaction? On the court, in the boardroom, or in the family room the issues are the same. The keys to incredible effectiveness lie in underrated values: fair play, honesty, trust, integrity, and respect. Learn and laugh with Thurl's short tales and tall truths and discover what matters most to you.
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Thurl Bailey Videos
REVIEWS
Thurl Bailey Reviews
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Thurl went above and beyond at our event. He was easily a favorite keynote speaker. Thank you!
Dairy West - Jan 13 2025 -
Association of Legal Administrators - Aug 21 2024
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Utah Valley University - Nov 28 2023
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Finicity - Nov 30 2020
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The whole team was great to work with and having Thurl, a local legend, couldn't have been more fun for our agents.
Farm Bureau Financial Services - Feb 26 2018
NEWS
Thurl Bailey News
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Thurl Bailey To Represent Utah Jazz at 2024 NBA Draft Lottery
An ex-Utah Jazz great will be representing the franchise that drafted him in 1983.
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Speaker and Former NBA Player Thurl Bailey Invites Audience to Share Their Journey During UVU Conference on Mental Health
The standing-room only audience in the UVU Grand Ballroom was regaled the morning of Oct. 27 as former Utah Jazz power forward, NBA broadcast analyst, and inspirational speaker Thurl Bailey delivered the opening keynote at 2023 UVU Conference on Mental Health.
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Thurl Bailey looks back at last NC State Final Four team
North Carolina State is back in the Final Four for the first time since the Wolfpack won the championship in 1983.
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How do I book Thurl Bailey to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Thurl Bailey 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 Thurl Bailey, 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 Thurl Bailey or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Thurl Bailey for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Thurl Bailey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Thurl Bailey are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Thurl Bailey, 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 Thurl Bailey speak about?
Thurl Bailey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Black History Month and Sports. -
Where does Thurl Bailey travel from?
Thurl Bailey generally travels from Salt Lake City, UT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Thurl Bailey?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Thurl Bailey 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 Thurl Bailey 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 Thurl Bailey 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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