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. Leana Wen
(3 ratings)

Physician, Healthcare Executive & Leading Public Health Speaker; Washington Post Columnist, CNN Medical Analyst & Author; Cervical Cancer Survivor

Paul Orfalea

Founder of Kinko's; Philanthropist; Promoter of Whole Child Development

Jim Harbaugh

Head Coach of Los Angeles Chargers; Former National Championship-Winning Head Coach of Michigan Wolverines

Ben Nemtin
(3 ratings)

Star of MTV's "The Buried Life" & Co-Founder of The Buried Life Movement; New York Times Bestselling Author; Mental Health Advocate

Jim Craig
(3 ratings)

Gold Medal Olympian & Hockey Legend; Inspiration for the Disney Film "Miracle"; Entrepreneur, Sales & Marketing Executive

Bob Costas
(1 rating)

Emmy Award-Winning Sportscaster, Broadcaster & Bestselling Author

Nancy Grace
(1 rating)

Legal Analyst, Victim Rights Advocate, Best-Selling Author

Ed Hiner
(2 ratings)

Retired U.S. Navy SEAL, Bestselling Author & Leadership Expert

LeVar Burton
(3 ratings)

Literacy Advocate, Author & Actor Known for "Roots," "Star Trek" & "Reading Rainbow"

Cheryl Tiegs

Former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model; Proclaimed the "All-American" Model

Gina Rodriguez
(1 rating)

Golden Globe Award-Winning Actress, Producer, Director & Humanitarian

Nancy Kerrigan
(10 ratings)

Two-Time Olympic Medalist & US National Figure Skating Champion; Fight for Sight Spokesperson

Tiffani Bova
(1 rating)

Global Thought Leader in Business Growth & Innovation; Chief Strategy & Research Officer The Futurum Group; Bestselling Author; Host of "What's Next" Podcast

Jones Loflin
(9 ratings)

Internationally-Recognized Author & Speaker on Leadership, Change, Work-Life Balance & Time Management

Tiffany Yu
(4 ratings)

CEO & Founder of Diversability; Social Impact Entrepreneur, Podcaster & Disability Advocate

Brandi Chastain
(5 ratings)

Retired Professional Soccer Player, Two-Time FIFA Women's World Cup Champion & Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist; Co-Founder of BAWSI

Kerri Strug
(4 ratings)

Olympic Gold Medalist in Gymnastics & Author

Joy Bauer

Nutrition Expert, TODAY Show Contributor, Bestselling Author

Hilary Knight

Professional Hockey Player for the Boston Fleet; Olympic Gold Medalist & Advocate for Gender Equality in Hockey; Captain of the 2026 U.S. Olympic Women's Hockey Team

Nastia Liukin
(1 rating)

Olympic Gold Medal Gymnast, Women's Health & Teen Obesity Awareness Advocate; Author of Autobiography "Finding My Shine"