Darrell Gordon
Keynote Speaker: Leader, Speaker, Educator & Diversity Trainer; Former Notre Dame Football Player; Non-Profit Company Expert
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Darrell Gordon Biography
Darrell Gordon is an accomplished leader, speaker, and educator with over two decades of experience in the nonprofit sector.
He served as the President and CEO of Wernle Youth & Family Treatment Center, a nationally recognized nonprofit organization providing care and treatment for at-risk youth and their families. Under his leadership, Wernle, closed in 2024, had expanded its services, strengthened its programs, and enhanced its reputation for providing high-quality, compassionate care.
Darrell had a successful career in law and sports, working as an attorney and playing as a linebacker for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team. His journey from athlete to CEO has given him unique insights into leadership, resilience, and overcoming challenges. Darrell is a sought-after keynote speaker, known for his inspirational messages on leadership, personal development, and the power of perseverance. He holds a law degree from Notre Dame and an MBA, combining his legal expertise with strong business acumen to lead transformative change in the nonprofit sector.
Darrell is also deeply committed to community service, mentoring young leaders, and advocating for at-risk youth. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to both the nonprofit field and his local community, where he remains actively involved.
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Darrell Gordon Speaking Topics
He has experience as a keynote speaker on a variety of topics about change including:
Keep Your Head Up: Finding Motivation and Inspiration in These Troubled Times
Who's in Charge Here?: Developing The Skills To Become a Strong Leader
Go Team!: Finding Success Through Effective Teamwork
When The Going Gets Tough:Dealing With Adversity and Overcoming Life's Challenges
You Are The Future: Developing Successful Youth and Nurturing Tomorrows Leaders
I'm No Different Than You: Overcoming Stereotypes Through Understanding Cultural Diversity
Performance Enhancers: Coaching High Performance People and Helping Others Find Success
You're Worth-Priceless: Enhance Your Worth by Developing Strong Character Traits
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Speaking fees for Darrell Gordon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Darrell Gordon are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Darrell Gordon, 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 Darrell Gordon speak about?
Darrell Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Change Management, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Youth, Social Activism, Culture, Consulting, Leadership, DEI, Motivational and Inspirational.
Where does Darrell Gordon travel from?
Darrell Gordon generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Darrell Gordon?
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Darrell Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Change Management, Teamwork & Teambuilding and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Darrell Gordon for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Darrell Gordon generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Israel Greene, Jenn Lim and Keith L. Brown. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Darrell Gordon for an upcoming event.
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Darrell Gordon Speaking Topics
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He has experience as a keynote speaker on a variety of topics about change including:
Keep Your Head Up: Finding Motivation and Inspiration in These Troubled Times
Who's in Charge Here?: Developing The Skills To Become a Strong Leader
Go Team!: Finding Success Through Effective Teamwork
When The Going Gets Tough:Dealing With Adversity and Overcoming Life's Challenges
You Are The Future: Developing Successful Youth and Nurturing Tomorrows Leaders
I'm No Different Than You: Overcoming Stereotypes Through Understanding Cultural Diversity
Performance Enhancers: Coaching High Performance People and Helping Others Find Success
You're Worth-Priceless: Enhance Your Worth by Developing Strong Character Traits
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How do I book Darrell Gordon to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Darrell Gordon 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 Darrell Gordon, 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 Darrell Gordon or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Darrell Gordon for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Darrell Gordon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Darrell Gordon are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Darrell Gordon, 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 Darrell Gordon speak about?
Darrell Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Change Management, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Personal Growth, Youth, Social Activism, Culture, Consulting, Leadership, DEI, Motivational and Inspirational. -
Where does Darrell Gordon travel from?
Darrell Gordon generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Darrell Gordon?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Darrell Gordon 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 Darrell Gordon 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 Darrell Gordon 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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