David Ortiz

David Ortiz

Keynote Speaker: Former MLB Player, 3-Time World Series Champion & 10-Time All-Star; Founder of Papi Cannabis & Fox Sports Analyst

David Ortiz Biography

David Ortiz, a Dominican-American former professional baseball player, enjoyed a 20-season career in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2016. Ortiz made a name for himself primarily with the Boston Red Sox, where he played a leading role in ending the Red Sox's 86-year World Series championship drought in 2004. This marked the beginning of a triumphant period for Ortiz and the Red Sox, as they went on to win the World Series Championships again in 2007 and 2013, with Ortiz named the World Series Most Valuable Player in 2013. Throughout his illustrious career, Ortiz was a 10-time All-Star and a 7-time Silver Slugger winner. In 2022, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Ortiz, often referred to as one of the greatest designated hitters of all time, set major league records for career home runs (485), RBIs (1,569), and hits (2,192) as a DH. His prowess on the field was recognized when he was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022. Apart from his regular season accomplishments, Ortiz also demonstrated his clutch-hitting ability in the postseason, hitting 11 career walk-off home runs during the regular season and two during the 2004 postseason.

Off the field, Ortiz has remained active and involved in numerous initiatives. After his retirement, Ortiz ventured into broadcasting and joined MLB on Fox as a part-time sports analyst in 2017. He also hosted a podcast titled "David Ortiz: The Big Papi Story" in 2018. Additionally, Ortiz launched his "Papi Cannabis" line of cannabis products in collaboration with the company Rev Brands. Despite his personal achievements and the accolades he has received, Ortiz's greatest legacy may well be his impact on the game of baseball and the indelible mark he left on the Boston Red Sox, for whom he now serves as an ambassador.

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David Ortiz Videos

David Ortiz Talks 2004 Boston Red Sox Anniversary
All-Star Game 2013 David Ortiz Interview - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book David Ortiz for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for David Ortiz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Ortiz are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Ortiz, 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 David Ortiz speak about?

David Ortiz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Baseball, Athlete, Hispanic Heritage, Government, Sports, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Sports Motivation, Broadcasting, Entrepreneurship and Black Heritage.

Where does David Ortiz travel from?

David Ortiz generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for David Ortiz?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Ortiz 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 David Ortiz 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 David Ortiz 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.


David Ortiz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Baseball, Athlete and Hispanic Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Ortiz for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. David Ortiz generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Pedro Martinez, Alex Rodriguez and Curt Schilling. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Ortiz for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/10/2024.

David Ortiz Videos

David Ortiz Talks 2004 Boston Red Sox Anniversary
All-Star Game 2013 David Ortiz Interview - YouTube

David Ortiz News

  • How do I book David Ortiz to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for David Ortiz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Ortiz are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Ortiz, 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 David Ortiz speak about?

    David Ortiz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Baseball, Athlete, Hispanic Heritage, Government, Sports, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Sports Motivation, Broadcasting, Entrepreneurship and Black Heritage.
  • Where does David Ortiz travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Ortiz 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 David Ortiz 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 David Ortiz 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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