Yao Ming
Keynote Speaker: NBA Hall-of-Famer & Former President of Chinese Basketball Association; Founder of the Yao Family Wines
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Yao Ming Biography
Yao Ming is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the global growth of basketball, bridging the sport between China and the United States while building a legacy that extends far beyond the court.
Born in Shanghai, Ming was the son of two former professional basketball players, which helped shape his early path in the sport. Standing at 7 feet 6 inches tall, he quickly emerged as a dominant force in China’s domestic league, playing for the Shanghai Sharks. His exceptional size, skill, and basketball IQ made him a national star and a symbol of China’s rising presence in international sports.
In 2002, Ming made history when he was selected as the first overall pick in the NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets, becoming the first international player without U.S. college experience to be drafted No. 1 overall. His transition to the NBA was closely followed by millions of fans worldwide, and he quickly proved himself as an elite center. Over his eight-season career, Ming was selected to eight NBA All-Star Games and became one of the league’s most recognizable and respected players, known for his scoring touch, passing ability, and professionalism.
Despite his success, Ming’s career was frequently interrupted by injuries, particularly to his feet and ankles, which ultimately led to his retirement in 2011. Even so, his impact on the game remained profound. In 2016, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, cementing his place among the sport’s all-time greats.
Off the court, Ming has continued to play a major role in shaping basketball and philanthropy. He has served as president of the Chinese Basketball Association, working to reform and modernize the sport in his home country. He is also known for his charitable efforts, including disaster relief and wildlife conservation initiatives. In 2011, he founded Yoa Ming Wines, a well-regarded winery in Napa Valley.
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Yao Ming is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Athlete, Olympic Athlete, Sports Motivation, Sports, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife and Hall of Fame.
Where does Yao Ming travel from?
Yao Ming generally travels from Shanghai, China and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Yao Ming is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Athlete and Olympic Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Yao Ming for live events is $200,000 and above, and for virtual events $200,000 and above. Yao Ming generally travels from Shanghai, China and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eileen Gu, Scottie Pippen and Gary Payton. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Yao Ming for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Yao Ming to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Yao Ming 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 Yao Ming, 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 Yao Ming or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Yao Ming for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Yao Ming, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Yao Ming are $200,000 and above for live events and $200,000 and above for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Yao Ming, 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 Yao Ming speak about?
Yao Ming is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Athlete, Olympic Athlete, Sports Motivation, Sports, Conservation, Animals & Wildlife and Hall of Fame. -
Where does Yao Ming travel from?
Yao Ming generally travels from Shanghai, China and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Yao Ming?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yao Ming 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 Yao Ming 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 Yao Ming 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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