Sam Cawthorn

Sam Cawthorn

Keynote Speaker: Resilience Expert, CEO of Empowering Enterprises, Bestselling Author

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Sam Cawthorn Biography

Sam Cawthorn is a thought leader and expert in resilience, corporate turnarounds, and positive psychology. He is the CEO of Empowering Enterprises and the Speakers Institute Group of Companies, which is dedicated to advancing humanity by fostering the next generation of speaking talent. Cawthorn is an accomplished author of several books, including the international bestseller "Bounce Forward: How to Transform Crisis into Success," which focuses on leveraging adversity to fuel innovation and productivity. As a philanthropist, he has initiated charity work to support children with disabilities in developing countries.

In October 2006, Cawthorn's life was profoundly altered by a severe car accident that resulted in his being pronounced dead, an amputated right arm, and a permanent disability in his right leg. After being hospitalized for over five months and facing the possibility that he might never walk again, he remarkably took his first steps into a renewed life a year later. This experience has been a cornerstone of his work, inspiring and influencing lives worldwide.

Today, Cawthorn is a renowned professional keynote speaker and entrepreneur, reaching approximately 100,000 people globally each year, including corporate executives, government workers, and students. His keynotes and workshops cover topics such as overcoming adversity, leadership, and the dynamics of change, exemplified in notable talks like "BOUNCE!" and "The BIONICS of Change." He has shared the stage with notable figures like Michelle Obama, Simon Sinek, and the Dalai Lama, delivering speeches in over 50 countries. Cawthorn continues to be at the forefront of global trends, contributing significantly to discussions on resilience and the transformation of crisis into success.

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Sam Cawthorn Videos

How To Bounce Forward and Master Influence for the Future
Sam Cawthorn Demo

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What topics does Sam Cawthorn speak about?

Sam Cawthorn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology and Futurism.

Where does Sam Cawthorn travel from?

Sam Cawthorn generally travels from Hobart, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Sam Cawthorn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology and Futurism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sam Cawthorn for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sam Cawthorn generally travels from Hobart, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ben Pring, George Church and Mitch Lowe. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sam Cawthorn for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Sam Cawthorn Videos

How To Bounce Forward and Master Influence for the Future
Sam Cawthorn Demo

Sam Cawthorn News

  • Presenting Stories That Sell - Unpacking and Learning to Tell Powerful Stories

    Location: Brisbane Date: Friday 28 March 2014 Event Series: High Profile Australians The greatest leaders, sales people and communicators in the world are master storytellers. Why? Because the ability to engage and motivate an audience can inspire action, sell an idea, win elections, create unwavering connections and literally change the world.

  • LGMA Finance Professionals Conference 2014

    Thursday, 6 March 2014 to Friday, 7 March 2014 Pan Pacific Hotel, Perth, Australia

  • Overcoming adversities to inspire others

    “Adversities make a man. And the best way to shape yourself is when you survive testing times.” Clichéd oft repeated words cutting across motivational speakers. But, what if it comes from someone who has had a near-death experience, and uses a prosthetic arm connected with his pulverised right-leg through bolts, metal plates and screws. Australia-born Samuel or “Sam” Cawthorn, enthrals a hall of school-going kids as they give him a standing ovation. Smile intact, he maintains: “Being alive, is being blessed.”

  • 24 hours with… Sam Cawthorn, Bounce Forward Expert

    What time do you get to work? How many coffees have you had by 3pm? Welcome to '24 hours', where you'll learn how successful you can be if you listen to classic rock in the workplace and whether the boss cooks their own dinner.

  • How do I book Sam Cawthorn to speak at my event?

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

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

    Sam Cawthorn is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology and Futurism.
  • Where does Sam Cawthorn travel from?

    Sam Cawthorn generally travels from Hobart, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Sam Cawthorn?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sam Cawthorn 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 Sam Cawthorn 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 Sam Cawthorn 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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