Steve Ford
Keynote Speaker: Son of President Gerald Ford, Former Actor, Motivational Speaker
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Steve Ford Biography
The son of former President Gerald R. Ford and Betty Ford, Steve Ford has successfully navigated a multifaceted career from the White House to Hollywood, and onto motivational speaking. Thrust into the limelight at a young age when his father assumed the presidency, Ford's early life amid political upheaval shaped his later work, emphasizing leadership and personal integrity.
Ford initially pursued a career as a cowboy, a dream that saw him working on cattle ranches out west, always accompanied by Secret Service agents. This period of his life gave him a unique perspective on privacy and public scrutiny, themes that recur in his speeches. Transitioning to acting, he starred for six years on the Emmy Award-winning daytime drama "The Young and the Restless," and appeared in over thirty feature films including "Contact," "Armageddon," "Starship Troopers," and "Black Hawk Down." Notably, he played Meg Ryan's boyfriend in "When Harry Met Sally...." His television credits also include hosting the NBC show "Secret Service," and guest leads on series such as "JAG," "Dr. Quinn," and "Suddenly Susan."
As a speaker, Ford draws on a rich tapestry of personal and historical anecdotes. He discusses his family's public struggles, including his mother Betty Ford's battles with alcoholism and breast cancer, and his own successful fight against alcoholism. He incorporates lessons from these experiences into his presentations, emphasizing the importance of overcoming adversity and making principled decisions. His keynote presentations, such as "Leadership with Character" and "Inside the White House & Hollywood: Getting to the Top with Character," reflect on his life in the public eye and the imperative of strong ethical guidance.
Ford's speaking engagements are enriched by historic photos, slides, and videos, creating a dynamic experience that blends educational content with personal storytelling. Described as a mix between The History Channel and The Book of Virtues, his presentations focus on the significance of character, integrity, and making the right choices. This unique approach not only sheds light on his journey but also offers transformative insights for audiences, encouraging them to embrace change and uphold values in both their personal and professional lives.
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Steve Ford Speaking Topics
What makes a great leader? History shows that those who have sought service over self interest in times of indecision, turmoil, and crisis are regarded as true leaders.
On August 9, 1974, Vice President Gerald R. Ford became the 38th President of the United States when President Richard Nixon resigned his office in disgrace because of the Watergate scandal. Today, most historians and political observers agree that President Ford's difficult and controversial decision to pardon Nixon was the right thing to do and was in the country's best interest. By leading with character, he helped heal a nation and restored confidence in the office of the President of the United States.
In this presentation, President Ford's son, speaker Steve Ford, talks about what it takes to be a good leader and lead with character.
As a motivational speaker, Steve Ford has entertained and inspired audiences with anecdotes of how his famous family dealt with his mother's battles with alcoholism and breast cancer and how he overcame his own struggles with the bottle. He talks about the high price he paid for bad choices involving drugs and alcohol, the early habits he formed that led to his addiction, and his road to recovery. He will share many historic and never-before-seen photos, slides, and videos.
During this presentation, speaker Steve Ford will share the tools that led his parents, former President Gerald Ford and Betty Ford, to success in the White House as well as his own success in Hollywood as an accomplished actor.
He focuses on such issues as leadership, overcoming adversity, the value of a strong family unit, living with values and character, setting and juggling priorities, and making the right choices in life. His unique position as the President's son provides him a unique perspective in relating a broad range of experiences, such as being 18 years old and having ten Secret Service agents as constant companions, his father's leadership in taking over the reins of the presidency following the resignation of Richard Nixon, two assassination attempts on his father's life, and his mother's bouts with alcoholism and breast cancer.
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How much does it cost to book Steve Ford for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Steve Ford, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steve Ford, 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 Steve Ford speak about?
Steve Ford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Personal Growth, Ethics & Integrity, Entertainers, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Healthcare, College, Celebrity, Motivational and Leadership.
Where does Steve Ford travel from?
Steve Ford generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Steve Ford?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steve Ford 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 Steve Ford 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 Steve Ford 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.
Steve Ford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health, Personal Growth and Ethics & Integrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Ford for virtual events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Steve Ford generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anderson Cooper, David Feherty and Linda Ellerbee. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Ford for an upcoming event.
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Steve Ford Speaking Topics
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Leadership with Character
What makes a great leader? History shows that those who have sought service over self interest in times of indecision, turmoil, and crisis are regarded as true leaders.
On August 9, 1974, Vice President Gerald R. Ford became the 38th President of the United States when President Richard Nixon resigned his office in disgrace because of the Watergate scandal. Today, most historians and political observers agree that President Ford's difficult and controversial decision to pardon Nixon was the right thing to do and was in the country's best interest. By leading with character, he helped heal a nation and restored confidence in the office of the President of the United States.
In this presentation, President Ford's son, speaker Steve Ford, talks about what it takes to be a good leader and lead with character.
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Beyond the Limelight: Overcoming the Struggle
As a motivational speaker, Steve Ford has entertained and inspired audiences with anecdotes of how his famous family dealt with his mother's battles with alcoholism and breast cancer and how he overcame his own struggles with the bottle. He talks about the high price he paid for bad choices involving drugs and alcohol, the early habits he formed that led to his addiction, and his road to recovery. He will share many historic and never-before-seen photos, slides, and videos.
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Inside the White House & Hollywood: Getting to the Top with Character
During this presentation, speaker Steve Ford will share the tools that led his parents, former President Gerald Ford and Betty Ford, to success in the White House as well as his own success in Hollywood as an accomplished actor.
He focuses on such issues as leadership, overcoming adversity, the value of a strong family unit, living with values and character, setting and juggling priorities, and making the right choices in life. His unique position as the President's son provides him a unique perspective in relating a broad range of experiences, such as being 18 years old and having ten Secret Service agents as constant companions, his father's leadership in taking over the reins of the presidency following the resignation of Richard Nixon, two assassination attempts on his father's life, and his mother's bouts with alcoholism and breast cancer.
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Living Life With Character
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Leadership and
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How do I book Steve Ford to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Steve Ford 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 Steve Ford, 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 Steve Ford or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Steve Ford for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Steve Ford, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Steve Ford, 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 Steve Ford speak about?
Steve Ford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Personal Growth, Ethics & Integrity, Entertainers, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Healthcare, College, Celebrity, Motivational and Leadership. -
Where does Steve Ford travel from?
Steve Ford generally travels from Grand Rapids, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Steve Ford?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Steve Ford 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 Steve Ford 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 Steve Ford 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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