Motivational Speakers

Redefining Motivation & Inspiration: Empowering Messages from Visionary Motivators

List of Motivational Speakers

The great motivational speakers in this category are no strangers to adversity, whether it be in their community, their workplace, when pursuing their passions, or after falling victim to what can only be described as fateful circumstance. Survivors, activists, business leaders and celebrity speakers tell incredibly inspirational stories of courage, determination, and endurance in all aspects of life. From tales of abuse, human trafficking, or life-threatening medical conditions, to success stories in business and the entertainment industry, these motivational speakers for hire are sure to impress and empower audiences at your next event. Check out our roster of great inspirational speakers to find the perfect fit for your event today.

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Dr. Sharroky Hollie
(3 ratings)

National Educator & Author; Former Executive Director of The Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching & Learning

Sugar Ray Leonard
(4 ratings)

Legendary Sports Icon, Olympic Champion & Hall of Famer; Philanthropist, Bestselling Author & Television Personality

Sean Astin
(19 ratings)

Actor, Director, Producer & Mental Health Advocate; National President of SAG-AFTRA

Rick Perry
(1 rating)

14th U.S. Secretary of Energy & 47th Governor of Texas; Air Foce Veteran

Jia Jiang
(3 ratings)

Best-Selling Author; Serial Entrepreneur; Award-Winning Speaker on Rejection, Resilience, Sales & Leadership

Keke Palmer
(1 rating)

Emmy Award-Winning Actress, Singer & Producer; Television & Podcast Host

Leah Marone
(1 rating)

Psychotherapist, Corporate Mental Wellness Consultant & Burnout Prevention Expert

Charlie Plumb

Decorated Veteran, Former POW, Resilience Expert

Valerie Bertinelli
(1 rating)

Actress, Emmy Award-Winning Host, New York Times Bestselling Author, Spokesperson & Entrepreneur

R "Ray" Wang
(6 ratings)

Founder of Constellation Research, AI Expert, Author

Jared Cohen

President of Global Affairs & Co-Head Goldman Sachs Global Institute at Goldman Sachs; New York Times Bestselling Author

Darren Hardy

Publisher of SUCCESS Magazine, Best-Selling Author, Expert in Leadership & Productivity

Francis Ford Coppola
(1 rating)

Legendary Producer, Director & Screenwriter; Founder of American Zoetrope

Muhammad Yunus

Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Founder of Grameen Bank, Microcredit Pioneer

Doug Flutie
(3 ratings)

Former NFL Quarterback, Heisman Trophy Winner & College Football Analyst; Advocate for Autism Awareness; Known for 'Hail Mary' Pass at Boston College to Gerard Phelan to Beat Miami

Amy Goodman
(1 rating)

Host of "Democracy Now!", Award-Winning Journalist & Bestselling Author

Blake Leeper
(3 ratings)

Paralympic Medalist, World Record Holder, DEI Advocate & Motivational Speaker; Author of "Leap of Faith"

Vince Papale
(3 ratings)

Former NFL Player & Oldest Rookie in League History at 30; Inspiration for the Movie "Invincible"; Cancer Survivor

Joan Lunden
(12 ratings)

Award-Winning Journalist, Best-Selling Author, Health & Wellness Advocate; Former TV Host of "Good Morning America"

John "GUCCI" Foley
(5 ratings)

Keynote Speaker, Blue Angel Lead Solo Pilot, Stanford Fellow, Best-Selling Author & "Gratitude Guru"