Walter Bond
Keynote Speaker: Mindset & Peak Performance Advisor, Change & Accountability Expert; Former NBA Player
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Categories:Peak Performance, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Basketball, Business, Inspirational, Sports Motivation, Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Customer Experience, Motivational, College, Sports, Leadership, Marketing, Faith & Religion, Corporate Culture, Success, Mindset, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Ethics & Integrity, Communication, Resilience
Walter Bond Biography
Walter Bond is an NSA Hall of Fame keynote speaker, bestselling author and founder of the Make Progress Movement, who has worked with Fortune 500 companies, franchise organizations, associations, healthcare systems, and high-performing sales teams across North America.
For more than 25 years, he has inspired leaders and organizations to build stronger cultures, create greater accountability, accelerate performance, and make meaningful progress. Undrafted out of the University of Minnesota, Bond willed his way into the NBA - playing for the Mavericks, Jazz, and Pistons - and that refusal to wait for permission became the through-line of his work on stages around the world.
He is the author of four books — "All Buts Stink," "Swim!," "Cultivate," and "Accelerate" - the foundation of the Make Progress system. A former NBA player, faith-driven leader, and trusted advisor to executives and entrepreneurs, Bond impacts audiences each week through his books, keynotes, coaching programs, podcast, and leadership content.
His clients include UPS, Microsoft, AT&T, Denny's, The Dwyer Group, Jersey Mike's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Choctaw Casino & Resorts, ACell, and many more - competitors who light up when the locker room meets the boardroom.
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Walter Bond Speaking Topics
Why No One Can Stop You But You
Success isn't determined by your circumstances, your competition, or your challenges - it's determined by your ability to eliminate excuses, take ownership, and keep moving forward. In this high-energy keynote, Walter Bond shares the lessons that took him from Chicago to the NBA, teaching audiences how to build confidence, overcome adversity, and embrace the mindset that drives extraordinary results. Because when excuses end, possibilities begin.
Move with Relentless Focus, Confidence
A shark has one rule: keep swimming or die - it can't coast, it can't go backwards, and it never waits for permission to hunt. Based on his book "Swim!," Walter Bond turns that single idea into a mindset your people can actually use, built on his own long-shot story and the relentless personal accountability behind it. It's high-energy and genuinely funny, but every laugh carries a point the team can put to work Monday morning.
The six non-negotiable traits of a winning team.
Great teams are cultivated with intention. Based on his book, "Cultivate," Walter Bond reveals the traits that move people from working together to winning together - communication, trust, chemistry, and the shared faith that rallies everyone around one scoreboard. This talk turns a group of talented individuals into a team that competes and wins as one.
Turn daily effort into compounding growth.
Success doesn't always take years — it takes clarity and execution. Based on his book "Accelerate," Walter Bond walks teams through a five-phase framework - Analyze, Strategize, Organize, Prioritize, Systemize - that gets organizations unstuck and turns scattered effort into progress that compounds. Built for leaders and franchises ready to scale the business beyond themselves.
Walter Bond Videos
Accelerate A Champion's Playbook to Fast-Track Your Business Success
Cultivate: The Six Non-Negotiable Traits of a Winning Team
Swim!: How a Shark, a Suckerfish, and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentoring, and Next Level Success
31 Truths to Boost Peak Performance
Always Looking Forward
How do I book Walter Bond to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Walter Bond for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Walter Bond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Walter Bond are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Walter Bond, 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 Walter Bond speak about?
Walter Bond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Basketball, Business, Inspirational, Sports Motivation, Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Customer Experience, Motivational, College, Sports, Leadership, Marketing, Faith & Religion, Corporate Culture, Success, Mindset, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Resilience.
Where does Walter Bond travel from?
Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Walter Bond?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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.
Walter Bond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Peak Performance, Christian and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Walter Bond for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eric Boles, Robyn Benincasa and Mike Eruzione. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Walter Bond for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Walter Bond Speaking Topics
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All Buts Stink
Why No One Can Stop You But You
Success isn't determined by your circumstances, your competition, or your challenges - it's determined by your ability to eliminate excuses, take ownership, and keep moving forward. In this high-energy keynote, Walter Bond shares the lessons that took him from Chicago to the NBA, teaching audiences how to build confidence, overcome adversity, and embrace the mindset that drives extraordinary results. Because when excuses end, possibilities begin.
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The Shark Mindset™
Move with Relentless Focus, Confidence
A shark has one rule: keep swimming or die - it can't coast, it can't go backwards, and it never waits for permission to hunt. Based on his book "Swim!," Walter Bond turns that single idea into a mindset your people can actually use, built on his own long-shot story and the relentless personal accountability behind it. It's high-energy and genuinely funny, but every laugh carries a point the team can put to work Monday morning.
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Cultivate
The six non-negotiable traits of a winning team.
Great teams are cultivated with intention. Based on his book, "Cultivate," Walter Bond reveals the traits that move people from working together to winning together - communication, trust, chemistry, and the shared faith that rallies everyone around one scoreboard. This talk turns a group of talented individuals into a team that competes and wins as one.
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Accelerate
Turn daily effort into compounding growth.
Success doesn't always take years — it takes clarity and execution. Based on his book "Accelerate," Walter Bond walks teams through a five-phase framework - Analyze, Strategize, Organize, Prioritize, Systemize - that gets organizations unstuck and turns scattered effort into progress that compounds. Built for leaders and franchises ready to scale the business beyond themselves.
VIDEO
Walter Bond Videos
BOOKS
Accelerate A Champion's Playbook to Fast-Track Your Business Success
Cultivate: The Six Non-Negotiable Traits of a Winning Team
Swim!: How a Shark, a Suckerfish, and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentoring, and Next Level Success
31 Truths to Boost Peak Performance
Always Looking Forward
REVIEWS
Walter Bond Reviews
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Such a phenomenal experience all the way around. Walter absolutely CRUSHED it for our team. Two days into our event, and our team is still talking about it!
Endurance - Jan 14 2026
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How do I book Walter Bond to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond, 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 Walter Bond or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Walter Bond for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Walter Bond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Walter Bond are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Walter Bond, 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 Walter Bond speak about?
Walter Bond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Basketball, Business, Inspirational, Sports Motivation, Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Customer Experience, Motivational, College, Sports, Leadership, Marketing, Faith & Religion, Corporate Culture, Success, Mindset, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Resilience. -
Where does Walter Bond travel from?
Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Walter Bond?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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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