Kevin Carroll
Keynote Speaker: Best-Selling Author, Expert on Creativity and Innovation, Agent for Social Change
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Kevin Carroll Biography
Kevin Carroll is an author, instigator of inspiration, and creative catalyst. Carroll brings a playful curiosity, a keen understanding of human nature, and a lifelong love of competition to all of his endeavors. Carroll is the author of four highly successful books published by ESPN, Disney Press, McGraw-Hill, and A Kids Book About. Kevin has helped turn creative ideas into reality for organizations such as Nike, Starbucks, adidas, Walt Disney, Target, Proctor & Gamble, Columbia Sportswear, Mattel, the National Basketball Association, and many others. Carroll was named by SUCCESS magazine as one of 19 “SEERS – changing the world!” He believes that play is serious business!
After serving in the Air Force for ten years and earning a college degree, Carroll became an athletic trainer at the high school and collegiate levels in Philadelphia. His expertise in sport performance was recognized by the 76ers organization and led to earning a dream job as the head athletic trainer for the Philadelphia 76ers in 1995. (Special Note: Carroll was the third African-American athletic trainer in the history of the NBA!) While at the 76ers, an unexpected “verbal altercation” was a catalyst to gain the attention of Nike, who offered him an opportunity to bring his unique and diverse experiences to the sneaker giant in 1997. Although no job "officially" existed at the time, Nike executives directed Carroll to create a position at the company that would add value to the overall mission of the brand. Carroll stayed for seven years as the "Katalyst" (the 'K' is for Kevin)—a creative change agent. At Nike, he was instrumental in helping the company develop a deeper understanding of athletic product performance, team dynamics, and interpersonal communication. Carroll left Nike in 2004 to create his own company, Kevin Carroll Katalyst, committed to elevating the power of sport and play around the world.
Since 2004, more than 350,000 people from 200+ corporations, 150+ non-profit organizations, and dozens of schools around the world have been inspired by his dynamic presentations. Carroll engages audiences with his masterful story-telling skills to entertain, enlighten, and challenge business leaders and worldwide audiences. Using lessons garnered from the spirit and dynamics of play, Carroll helps them understand how to enliven and enrich their work lives, enhance innovation, and improve team dynamics and interpersonal communication.
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Kevin Carroll Speaking Topics
“Resilient people are everywhere. They are ordinary women and men, in every walk of life, who meet the definition of resilience set forth by American Psychological Association – adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress.” – Meg Jay. The tools, resources and best practices used by those that possess an uncanny ability to be resilient and overcome upheaval, uncertainty or difficult times can be taught and adopted. Learning the art + science of sustained determination (aka resilience) can provide a leader with the game changing mindset needed to face a challenging situation with grit, grace and studied confidence.
Good stories surprise us. They stick in our minds and help us remember ideas and concepts in a way that numbers, data and text on a page/slide/screen do not. Those who tell good stories have an increasing advantage with their ability to connect with the audiences that matter most for their personal + professional endeavors. Individuals that share compelling stories will be able to spark, inspire and motivate others to collaborate/rally to turn ideas/hopes/aspirations into reality.
As children our days were filled with productive play. What was entertaining was also instructive. Games of tag were exercises in planning, teamwork, strategy, design, decision-making, creativity, interpersonal communication and risk-taking. Play was serious business in our youth—and it should be even more serious business in our professional lives if we hope to unleash the creative genius that spurs organizational growth.
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What topics does Kevin Carroll speak about?
Kevin Carroll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Business, Inspirational, Sales, Adventure, Astronauts, Women, Diversity & Inclusion, Customer Experience, Authors, Empowerment, Creativity, Personal Growth, Ethics & Integrity, Communication, Finance, Marketing, Education, Motivational and Leadership.
Where does Kevin Carroll travel from?
Kevin Carroll generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Kevin Carroll?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kevin Carroll 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 Kevin Carroll 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 Kevin Carroll 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.
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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.
Kevin Carroll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Business and Inspirational. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Kevin Carroll generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Afterburner, Neal Petersen and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kevin Carroll for an upcoming event.
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The PIVOT: Adopting a Game Changing Mindset!
“Resilient people are everywhere. They are ordinary women and men, in every walk of life, who meet the definition of resilience set forth by American Psychological Association – adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress.” – Meg Jay. The tools, resources and best practices used by those that possess an uncanny ability to be resilient and overcome upheaval, uncertainty or difficult times can be taught and adopted. Learning the art + science of sustained determination (aka resilience) can provide a leader with the game changing mindset needed to face a challenging situation with grit, grace and studied confidence.
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#REALTALK: The Power + Value of Storytelling!
Good stories surprise us. They stick in our minds and help us remember ideas and concepts in a way that numbers, data and text on a page/slide/screen do not. Those who tell good stories have an increasing advantage with their ability to connect with the audiences that matter most for their personal + professional endeavors. Individuals that share compelling stories will be able to spark, inspire and motivate others to collaborate/rally to turn ideas/hopes/aspirations into reality.
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Play@Work: Unleashing Growth through Creativity and Innovation
As children our days were filled with productive play. What was entertaining was also instructive. Games of tag were exercises in planning, teamwork, strategy, design, decision-making, creativity, interpersonal communication and risk-taking. Play was serious business in our youth—and it should be even more serious business in our professional lives if we hope to unleash the creative genius that spurs organizational growth.
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Strategic Education, Inc. - Jun 03 2024
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Portland Business Journal presents: The Art of Sport + Play ...
Join the Portland Business Journal on Thursday May 30, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., for Kevin Carroll's new traveling art exhibit, The Art of Sport + Play.
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How do I book Kevin Carroll to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kevin Carroll 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 Kevin Carroll, 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 Kevin Carroll or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Kevin Carroll for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kevin Carroll, 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 Kevin Carroll, 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 Kevin Carroll speak about?
Kevin Carroll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Business, Inspirational, Sales, Adventure, Astronauts, Women, Diversity & Inclusion, Customer Experience, Authors, Empowerment, Creativity, Personal Growth, Ethics & Integrity, Communication, Finance, Marketing, Education, Motivational and Leadership. -
Where does Kevin Carroll travel from?
Kevin Carroll generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Kevin Carroll?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kevin Carroll 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 Kevin Carroll 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 Kevin Carroll 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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