Francois Pienaar
Keynote Speaker: Rugby World Cup Captain, CEO First National Bank, Founder MAD Charity
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Francois Pienaar Biography
The film "Invictus" is based on Nelson Mandela’s pursuit to unite racially divided South Africa with the Rugby World Cup, enlisting François Pienaar to spearhead the effort. Morgan Freeman stars as President Nelson Mandela and Matt Damon as François, both earning Academy Award nominations for their roles.
François Pienaar, with twenty-nine international caps to his name, reached the pinnacle of rugby union: he captained his country, South Africa, to World Cup victory in 1995 on home turf and was presented the Webb Ellis Trophy by Nelson Mandela. In 1993, he was appointed captain on his international debut, against France. Pienaar is considered one of the most celebrated figures in South Africa, having been named the country’s “Newsmaker of the Year.” His leadership transcended the boundaries of sports, playing a significant role in unifying the nation.
After retiring from professional rugby, Pienaar became player-coach of the north London club Saracens. Eventually, he took over as CEO until he stepped down, allowing for new leadership amid challenging times for the club. His post-rugby career also included roles as CEO and later as Provincial Chairman of First National Bank in the Western Cape until 2009. Following this, he founded Advent Sport Entertainment and Media (Pty) Ltd and pursued various endeavors including the marketing campaign for the Indian Premier League in South Africa.
Besides his professional pursuits, Pienaar is deeply committed to philanthropy. He founded the Make A Difference (MAD) charitable organization, which focuses on education and development for underprivileged youth. He has also been involved in charity work with organizations such as Sargent Cancer Care for Children, CHOC, and the Reach for a Dream Foundation. In recognition of his contributions, he received an honorary doctorate from the University of Hertfordshire in 2000.
Today, Pienaar continues to be a renowned figure in public speaking, especially on topics like leadership, motivation, and teamwork, reflecting his journey and experiences on and off the field. He authored the autobiography "Rainbow Warrior" in 1999, sharing insights into his life and the transformative power of sports. François Pienaar currently resides in Cape Town, South Africa, with his family. He remains an emblematic figure in not only rugby but also in representing the potential for sports to influence societal change.
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Francois Pienaar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Personal Growth, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Motivational and Leadership.
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Francois Pienaar generally travels from Cape Town, South Africa and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Francois Pienaar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Personal Growth and Teamwork & Teambuilding. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Francois Pienaar generally travels from Cape Town, South Africa and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Vince Papale, Jim Davidson and Jim Morris. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Francois Pienaar for an upcoming event.
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Uniting a People and a Country: Nelson Mandela & François Pienaar
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Invictus: The Unconquerable Spirit that Makes Dreams Reality
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The Courage to Lead
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Francois Pienaar looking forward to Ravenhill
Apr 4, 2014 ... Former South African rugby captain Francois Pienaar at the official announcement of the One Young World 2014 summit at Trinity College in ...
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21 Icons featuring Francois Pienaar | The Citizen
Aug 31, 2014 ... 21 ICONS provides a glimpse into the mind of Francois Pienaar, the former Springbok rugby captain who led South Africa to glory in the 1995 ...
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Rugby legend Francois Pienaar to fly in for launch of One Young ...
Mar 23, 2014 ... ICONIC rugby legend Francois Pienaar is to launch the One Young World summit , which takes place in Dublin this year. He will be in the ...
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Dec 11, 2013 ... Francois Pienaar and Jean de Villiers, Springboks captains past ... Ellis Cup to the Springboks captain after the Rugby World Cup 1995 final.
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How much does it cost to book Francois Pienaar for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does Francois Pienaar speak about?
Francois Pienaar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Personal Growth, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Motivational and Leadership. -
Where does Francois Pienaar travel from?
Francois Pienaar generally travels from Cape Town, South Africa and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Francois Pienaar?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Francois Pienaar 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 Francois Pienaar 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 Francois Pienaar 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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