George Karl

George Karl

Keynote Speaker: Former Professional Basketball Player, Former Denver Nuggets Head Coach & Cancer Survivor

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George Karl Biography

George Karl is a retired Naismith Hall of Fame basketball coach and the sixth winningest coach in NBA history. Coach Karl was a head coach in the NBA for 30 years, coaching teams including the Golden State Warriors, Seattle SuperSonics, Milwaukee Bucks and Denver Nuggets. He was the Head Coach for the SuperSonics in the 1996 NBA Finals against Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. Coach Karl also coached for the famed Real Madrid Basketball Club in Spain for two seasons in the late 1980s.

Prior to coaching, George grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and played basketball for Coach Dean Smith and the UNC Tar Heels as well as the San Antonio Spurs of the ABA. Coach Karl is a three time cancer survivor and father of three children.

He is a co-founder and partner of Truth+Media, a media and management business focused on telling stories about sports, leadership and humanity. Truth+Media is one of the co-production partners of an unscripted docuseries scheduled for release on Amazon Prime Video in 2024 about the former ABA basketball league.

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George Karl Speaking Topics

  • Leadership
  • Coaching
  • Talent Development
  • Cancer
  • Overcoming Adversity
  • Resilience
  • The Carolina Way

George Karl Videos

Progressive Health Center - George Karl Cancer Offense and ...
George Karl's Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech ...

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How much does it cost to book George Karl for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for George Karl, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book George Karl are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire George Karl, 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 George Karl speak about?

George Karl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Inspirational, Leadership, Sports Coaching, Overcoming Adversity and Cancer.

Where does George Karl travel from?

George Karl generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for George Karl?

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

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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George Karl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Basketball, Inspirational and Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book George Karl for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. George Karl generally travels from Denver, CO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Muggsy Bogues, Jim Davidson and Rudy Ruettiger. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling George Karl for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 20/11/2024.

George Karl Speaking Topics

    • Leadership
    • Coaching
    • Talent Development
    • Cancer
    • Overcoming Adversity
    • Resilience
    • The Carolina Way

George Karl Videos

Progressive Health Center - George Karl Cancer Offense and ...
George Karl's Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech ...
  • How do I book George Karl to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for George Karl, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book George Karl are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire George Karl, 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 George Karl speak about?

    George Karl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Basketball, Inspirational, Leadership, Sports Coaching, Overcoming Adversity and Cancer.
  • Where does George Karl travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like George Karl 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 George Karl 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 George Karl 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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