Bill Bates
Keynote Speaker: NFL Veteran, Pro Bowl Special Teams Player, Super Bowl Champion
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Bill Bates Biography
Bill Bates went undrafted in the 1983 NFL Draft after he ran the 40-yard dash in a disappointing 4.8 seconds during the NFL Scouting Combine. He was selected by the USFL's New Jersey Generals in their territorial draft, but he decided to sign as an undrafted free agent with the Dallas Cowboys, which had been his favorite team growing up. He was a long shot to make the team but his heart and hustle earned him a roster spot on the team and a place in the hearts of all Cowboy fans. From the start, he excelled on special teams, being named NFC special teams player of the year as a rookie. In 1984, he was selected to the Pro Bowl in just his second year, causing the NFL to create a first-time roster spot for special teams players, making Bates the first such player to receive that election. He was also elected All-Pro that season.
In 1986, Bates became a starter at strong safety and remained there until 1988, after which he was used only in the Nickel defense packages. Bates is tied with Ed "Too Tall" Jones and Mark Tuinei for the most seasons playing in a Cowboys uniform with 15. He earned three Super Bowl rings with the Cowboys, playing in Super Bowl XXVIII and Super Bowl XXX. He was on injured reserve during the 1992 season, when the Cowboys played in Super Bowl XXVII, due to a knee injury. Bates' resilience and leadership were further acknowledged when he received the Ed Block Courage Award in 1993.
After retiring from active play, Bates served as a special teams/defensive assistant coach and later as a defensive backs coach for the Dallas Cowboys. He also contributed significantly to the sport through the development of air-cooled shoulder pads and the Temperature Management System, enhancing player safety. Beyond football, Bates has been involved in various business ventures and is the founder of the Bill Bates Foundation for Children, supporting organizations aiding children. He continues to share his experiences and lessons as a motivational speaker, focusing on themes such as attitude, leadership, and overcoming adversity.
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Bill Bates is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Christian, Faith & Religion, Sports, Athlete, Football, Motivational, Sports Motivation and Sports Coaching.
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Bill Bates generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Bill Bates is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Christian, Faith & Religion and Sports. The estimated speaking fee range to book Bill Bates for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Bill Bates generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Brian Holloway, Troy Aikman and Rudy Ruettiger. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bill Bates for an upcoming event.
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Bill is a great guy and was a pleasure to be around. He is very personable and was a draw for our event.
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How do I book Bill Bates to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Bill Bates 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 Bill Bates, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Bill Bates or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Bill Bates for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Bill Bates, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Bill Bates, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Bill Bates speak about?
Bill Bates is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Christian, Faith & Religion, Sports, Athlete, Football, Motivational, Sports Motivation and Sports Coaching. -
Where does Bill Bates travel from?
Bill Bates generally travels from Jacksonville, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Bill Bates?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Bill Bates 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Bill Bates 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 Bill Bates 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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