Travis Mills

Travis Mills

Keynote Speaker: Quadruple Amputee & Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant of the 82nd Airborne

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Travis Mills Biography

If you're looking for a sob story you've come to the wrong place, and Travis Mills himself will be the first to tell you so. But if you're looking for an inspiring speaker who epitomizes resilience and who will leave an indelible mark on your audience then Mills is your man. Be prepared to laugh, to reflect, to laugh again, and to stand up and cheer as Mills shares the astonishing story of how he, and his wife Kelsey, live their motto: "Never Give Up -Never Quit."

The subject of the Netflix original movie Travis -A Soldier's Story and author of the N.Y. Times Bestseller "Tough As They Come", Mills is a seasoned veteran of the speaking stage who has shared his story with millions around the world. Unabashedly using humor while sharing a story many would consider tragic, Mills redefines human capability and the remarkable power attitude has upon outcome.

Mills is a speaker you will never forget.

On April 10, 2012, United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was critically injured on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive device). As a result of the blast Mills suffered the loss of both arms and both legs. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Enduring a grueling rehabilitation program, Mills committed himself not only to recovery, but to fatherhood and to giving back to the veteran community any way he could.

In September 2013, Mills and his wife Kelsey founded the Travis Mills Foundation, a nonprofit organization formed to benefit and assist post 9/11 veterans who have been injured in active duty or as a result of their service to our nation. Critical to the foundation’s mission is for the veteran’s family to be included, not just the vet. Through the foundation, the veteran and their family receive an all-inclusive, all-expenses paid, barrier-free vacation to Maine where they spend time with Mills and his family, and participate in adaptive activities, bond with other veteran families, and enjoy much needed rest and relaxation in Maine’s great outdoors.

Mills' story has been featured extensively on local and national news including The Ellen DeGeneres Show, NBC, CBS, Fox News, The O’Reilly Factor, CNN and countless other outlets.

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Travis Mills Speaking Topics

Never Give Up, Never Quit!

Be prepared to laugh, cry, laugh some more, and stand up and cheer while listening to Travis Mills share his astonishing story of survival and unending service to his country and his fellow man. One of only five quadruple amputees from the war in Iraq/Afghanistan, Travis is the NY Times Best-Selling Author of ‘Tough As They Come’ and one of the most critically acclaimed inspirational speakers in the world. A master of the one-liner, Travis’ infectious humor turns his remarkable story of resilience and overcoming adversity into the highlight of any meeting, conference or convention. As the founders of The Travis Mills Foundation, Travis and his wife Kelsey continue to serve hundreds of other injured service men and woman, and their families, each year.

“That bomb took my arms and it took my legs, I can’t change that. But it was up to me to decide if it would also take my spirit. It was up to me to decide to get back up, to never quit…and that is what I choose to do, every day.” – Travis Mills

Travis Mills Videos

Jocko Willink "Travis Mills eliminates all excuses. Period."
Travis Mills | Afghanistan Veteran & Quadruple Amputee | Healing Retreat
If You Want To Find Strength Despite Adversity Meet Travis Mills

How do I book Travis Mills to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Travis Mills 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 Travis Mills, 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 Travis Mills or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Travis Mills for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Travis Mills, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Travis Mills are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Travis Mills, 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 Travis Mills speak about?

Travis Mills is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Government, Veterans, Disability, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Authors, Political, Geopolitics and Inspirational.

Where does Travis Mills travel from?

Travis Mills generally travels from Maine, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Travis Mills?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Travis Mills 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 Travis Mills 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 Travis Mills 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.


Travis Mills is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Military, Government and Veterans. The estimated speaking fee range to book Travis Mills for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Travis Mills generally travels from Maine, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are J.R. Martinez, Brent Gleeson and Melissa Stockwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Travis Mills for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/08/2024.

Travis Mills Speaking Topics

  • Never Give Up, Never Quit!

    Be prepared to laugh, cry, laugh some more, and stand up and cheer while listening to Travis Mills share his astonishing story of survival and unending service to his country and his fellow man. One of only five quadruple amputees from the war in Iraq/Afghanistan, Travis is the NY Times Best-Selling Author of ‘Tough As They Come’ and one of the most critically acclaimed inspirational speakers in the world. A master of the one-liner, Travis’ infectious humor turns his remarkable story of resilience and overcoming adversity into the highlight of any meeting, conference or convention. As the founders of The Travis Mills Foundation, Travis and his wife Kelsey continue to serve hundreds of other injured service men and woman, and their families, each year.

    “That bomb took my arms and it took my legs, I can’t change that. But it was up to me to decide if it would also take my spirit. It was up to me to decide to get back up, to never quit…and that is what I choose to do, every day.” – Travis Mills

Travis Mills Videos

Jocko Willink "Travis Mills eliminates all excuses. Period."
Travis Mills | Afghanistan Veteran & Quadruple Amputee | Healing Retreat
If You Want To Find Strength Despite Adversity Meet Travis Mills
Incredible Story about Owning Your Attitude | Travis Mills

Travis Mills News

  • How do I book Travis Mills to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Travis Mills, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Travis Mills are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Travis Mills, 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 Travis Mills speak about?

    Travis Mills is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Military, Government, Veterans, Disability, Motivational, Overcoming Adversity, Authors, Political, Geopolitics and Inspirational.
  • Where does Travis Mills travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Travis Mills 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 Travis Mills 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 Travis Mills 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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