Christopher McDougall

Christopher McDougall

Keynote Speaker: Best-Selling Author, Extreme Sports Champion, BASE Jump School Founder

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Christopher McDougall Biography

Christopher McDougall is a multifaceted professional known for his contributions as both a best-selling author and a champion in extreme sports. He authored the international best-sellers "Born to Run," "Natural Born Heroes," and "Running with Sherman." His latest publication, "Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide," is set to release this fall, adding to his influential body of work.

In addition to his literary accomplishments, McDougall has a distinguished career in extreme sports spanning over two decades. He is not only a world champion and world record holder but has also represented Australia in competitions across skydiving and BASE jumping. He founded the acclaimed BASE jump school, Learn to Base Jump, recognized for its contributions to the sport.

McDougall's expertise extends beyond physical feats; he is also a sought-after speaker on topics such as risk management, leadership, and team building. His ability to convey important lessons from high-pressure environments to corporate and personal growth settings equips him to speak at various events, including conferences and workshops. McDougall, who is based in the Swiss Alps, brings his unique blend of athletic excellence and narrative flair to audiences worldwide.

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Christopher McDougall Speaking Topics

Born to Run

Natural Talent: Restored and Reinvented

Christopher McDougall Videos

Aspen Words Presents: Christopher McDougall at Winter Words 2020
Author Chris McDougall's new book 'Running with Sherman'
Christopher McDougall: Are we born to run?

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How much does it cost to book Christopher McDougall for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Christopher McDougall, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Christopher McDougall, 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 Christopher McDougall speak about?

Christopher McDougall is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Christian Athletes, Basketball, Journalism, Innovation, Authors, Running and Travel.

Where does Christopher McDougall travel from?

Christopher McDougall generally travels from Hawaii, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Christopher McDougall?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Christopher McDougall 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 Christopher McDougall for your next private or corporate function.

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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 Christopher McDougall 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.


Christopher McDougall is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Christian Athletes, Basketball and Journalism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Christopher McDougall for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Christopher McDougall generally travels from Hawaii, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dean Karnazes, David Snow and Jimmy Chin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Christopher McDougall for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Christopher McDougall Speaking Topics

  • Born to Run

  • Natural Talent: Restored and Reinvented

Christopher McDougall Videos

Aspen Words Presents: Christopher McDougall at Winter Words 2020
Author Chris McDougall's new book 'Running with Sherman'
Christopher McDougall: Are we born to run?

Christopher McDougall News

  • How do I book Christopher McDougall to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Christopher McDougall 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 Christopher McDougall, 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 Christopher McDougall or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Christopher McDougall for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Christopher McDougall, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Christopher McDougall, 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 Christopher McDougall speak about?

    Christopher McDougall is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Christian Athletes, Basketball, Journalism, Innovation, Authors, Running and Travel.
  • Where does Christopher McDougall travel from?

    Christopher McDougall generally travels from Hawaii, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Christopher McDougall?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Christopher McDougall 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 Christopher McDougall 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 Christopher McDougall 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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