Israel Idonije
Keynote Speaker: Entrepreneur, Philanthropist & Children's Author; Retired Defensive End in the NFL
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Israel Idonije Biography
Israel Idonije is a former professional football player who made a name for himself in the National Football League (NFL), playing as a defensive end for teams including the Cleveland Browns, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and New York Giants. His 11-year NFL career saw remarkable achievements, such as leading the league in blocked punts/field goals in 2005, 2006, and 2007 and being a member of the Chicago Bears NFC Championship team, which competed in the 2006 Super Bowl. Idonije's influence extends to the world of sports beyond football. He is part of the ownership group for the Chicago Red Stars of the National Women's Soccer League, officially joining on March 1, 2021.
Idonije's entrepreneurial spirit has led him to find several successful businesses off the field. In 2009, he founded Athlitacomics, a company specializing in blending sports with comics, which birthed the comic series "The Protectors." He also started Blessed Communion, which provides pre-filled communion cups and wafers. Further branching out, Idonije established The Bureau Chicago, a creative agency providing office, meeting, and business event space in the South Loop. He also co-founded the medical question-and-answer service "Ask The Doctor."
Idonije's commitment to community service led him to establish iF Charities, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, in 2007. The organization has significantly contributed to the lives of over 10,000 youth in Chicago, Winnipeg, and West Africa. He also launched the "DreamKidz Love" book series, with the first book, "I Love Me (Izzy Cover)," released on January 24, 2017.
Idonije has received numerous honors and awards for his community service and philanthropic efforts. These include the NFL’s JB Award and award for Global Dedication in April 2008, the Ed Block Courage Award in 2009, the Bears "Walter Payton Man of the Year" nominee in 2009 and 2010, and recognition as a Points of Light Awardee by Barack Obama and George HW Bush at the White House in 2013. His contribution to society was further recognized when he was inducted into the Order of Manitoba by Prince Charles in May 2014.
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What topics does Israel Idonije speak about?
Israel Idonije is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Non-Profit, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Football, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Family & Parenting, Motivational, Leadership, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Authors, Black Heritage and Black History Month.
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Israel Idonije generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Israel Idonije is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Activism, Impactful Non-Profit and Business. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Israel Idonije generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rudy Ruettiger, Shawn Harper and Coach Ken Carter. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Israel Idonije for an upcoming event.
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Israel was phenomenal! My entire event loved his presentation, message and meet and greet! The photo opportunity couldn't have been more well received! I would highly recommend for any event that needs motivational entrepreneurial speaking!
The UPS Store, Inc. - Sep 13 2022 -
The AAE team was awesome! They were communicative, accommodating and helpful. When the pandemic put our event on hold last year and ultimately caused us to switch to a virtual conclusion this year, All American Entertainment coordinated all aspects of this change and Israel was willing to work with us on videos for a virtual keynote speech. They worked as a liaison between Israel's assistants and us, which was very helpful and smooth. They were very responsive and concise. Israel was fantastic and created a message specific to the contests finalists. We can't wait for the kids to see the virtual awards banquet which will feature Israel's recorded keynote speech. It's bittersweet that the kids won't get to meet Israel in person, but we're beyond thankful to have the videos for the kids to see!
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Related Management - Jan 31 2020
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The process was excellent. The All American Entertainment staff were easy to work with, responded in a very timely manner and were always incredibly friendly. Thank you!
Children’s Home & Aid - May 29 2018
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How do I book Israel Idonije to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Israel Idonije 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 Israel Idonije, 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 Israel Idonije or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Israel Idonije for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Israel Idonije, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Israel Idonije, 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 Israel Idonije speak about?
Israel Idonije is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Non-Profit, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Football, Sports, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Family & Parenting, Motivational, Leadership, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Authors, Black Heritage and Black History Month. -
Where does Israel Idonije travel from?
Israel Idonije generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Israel Idonije?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Israel Idonije 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 Israel Idonije 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 Israel Idonije 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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