Vonetta Flowers

Vonetta Flowers

Keynote Speaker: Retired American Bobsledder; 2002 Olympic Gold Medalist in Two-Woman Bobsled; First African-American Athlete to Win Gold Medal at Winter Olympics

Vonetta Flowers Biography

Vonetta Flowers is a trailblazing bobsledder and former track and field athlete. She made history at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City by becoming the first African American -- and the first Black athlete from any nation -- to win a gold medal at the Winter Games, triumphing in the inaugural women's two-woman bobsled event alongside driver Jill Bakken.

Flowers showcased athletic talent from a young age. She excelled in track and field, earning a scholarship to the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she became a seven-time NCAA All-American and secured 35 conference titles. Despite qualifying for the U.S. Olympic Trials in 1996 and 2000, she did not make the Olympic team, placing 12th in the long jump in 2000.

Flowers' introduction to bobsledding was serendipitous. Her husband, Johnny Flowers, also a track athlete, brought home a flyer for U.S. bobsled team tryouts. When he suffered a hamstring injury, she stepped in and quickly impressed coaches with her speed and strength, becoming the top brakewoman in the U.S. within months.

At the 2002 Winter Olympics, Flowers and Bakken clinched gold with a combined time of 1:37.76, marking the first U.S. bobsled medal in 46 years. Their victory was not only a personal triumph but also a significant milestone in Olympic history, breaking racial barriers in winter sports. Flowers was honored by carrying the U.S. flag during the closing ceremonies.

After the 2002 Games, Flowers took a brief hiatus to start a family. She returned to bobsledding, teaming up with driver Jean Prahm. The duo won a bronze medal at the 2004 World Championships and finished sixth at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, after which she retired.

In recognition of her achievements, Flowers was inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. Her story continues to inspire, exemplifying resilience, adaptability, and the breaking of racial and gender barriers in sports.

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Vonetta Flowers Speaking Topics

Glory at the Top… & Still Going

Living the Dream: My Road to Gold

The Spirit of Power, Love & Self-Discipline

Winning the War Against Fear

Vonetta Flowers Videos

Olympic trailblazer Vonetta Flowers speaks on her legacy

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What topics does Vonetta Flowers speak about?

Vonetta Flowers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Olympic Athlete, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Motivational, Faith & Religion, Christian, College and Sports.

Who is the agent for Vonetta Flowers?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vonetta Flowers 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 Vonetta Flowers 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 Vonetta Flowers 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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Vonetta Flowers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Olympic Athlete and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Vonetta Flowers for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Vonetta Flowers can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shannon Miller, Dominique Dawes and Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Vonetta Flowers for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/05/2025.

Vonetta Flowers Speaking Topics

  • Glory at the Top… & Still Going

  • Living the Dream: My Road to Gold

  • The Spirit of Power, Love & Self-Discipline

  • Winning the War Against Fear

Vonetta Flowers Videos

Olympic trailblazer Vonetta Flowers speaks on her legacy

Vonetta Flowers Reviews

  • Vonetta's presentation was completely on point with what we were hoping for!
    Northrop Grumman Corp - Apr 12 2023

  • University of Montevallo thoroughly enjoyed hearing Vonetta Flowers as a talent for our second annual Dr. Wilson Fallin, Jr. Lecture Series. Her energy in small and large group sessions was captivating, sincere, authentic, and awesome!
    University of Montevallo - Oct 23 2022

Vonetta Flowers News

  • Black pioneers in sports history | Newsday

    Vonetta Flowers, left, is the first African-American to win a gold medal in the Winter Olympics. She won it in bobsledding at the 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake ...

  • How do I book Vonetta Flowers to speak at my event?

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

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

    Vonetta Flowers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Olympic Athlete, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Women, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Motivational, Faith & Religion, Christian, College and Sports.
  • Who is the agent for Vonetta Flowers?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vonetta Flowers 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 Vonetta Flowers 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 Vonetta Flowers 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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