Walter Bond

Walter Bond

Keynote Speaker: Mindset & Peak Performance Advisor, Change & Accountability Expert; Former NBA Player

Walter Bond Biography

Walter Bond, a former NBA player turned nationally recognized speaker, commands any stage with his 6'5" presence and powerful message. His book "Swim!" has become a favorite among business professionals and students for insights on leadership and success.

Known for his blend of humor, tough love, and practical wisdom, Bond inspires leaders across industries to reach their full potential. Alongside his wife and business partner, Antoinette, Bond coaches and mentors individuals toward next-level achievement.

Bond’s story began on the basketball court where his talent and work ethic led him to become an NBA player. But it wasn't just his skill that carried him -- it was his relentless pursuit of accountability. He learned early on that success isn't handed to you; it's earned through taking full ownership of your role, your decisions, and your performance.

Now as a Hall of Fame keynote speaker and business growth advisor, Bond brings that same drive into the corporate world, showing teams how to cultivate a culture of accountability. His message will inspire your team to take ownership of their roles, holding themselves and each other to higher standards. Because when every individual steps up, the entire organization surges forward.

What it means for you: Bond will teach your team how to own their responsibilities driving performance and create a winning mindset that doesn't settle for mediocrity. He'll be the spark that ignites their inner drive, helping them realize that greatness is not a destination -- it's a decision.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Walter Bond and other top speakers and celebrities.

Walter Bond Speaking Topics

No One Can Stop You But You

Unlocking the Peak Performer in You

This is Walter Bond’s award-winning journey story—the one that launched his Hall of Fame speaking career and continues to electrify audiences across the globe.

In this unforgettable experience, Walter shares the powerful moment of self-discovery that changed his life: he realized he was in his own way. His transformation didn’t just inspire millions—it has created a proven path forward.

With his trademark energy, humor, and authenticity, Walter doesn’t just deliver a keynote—he puts on a show and will give your soul a hug. He’ll have your audience laughing, reflecting, and leaning in as he reveals the Peak Performers Code—seven game-changing priorities that fuel elite performance.

This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s empowering. Walter equips your attendees with a mindset and methodology they can apply immediately to lead stronger, perform better, and take full ownership of their success.

Perfect for:

  • Tired of mediocre execution and ready to raise the bar
  • Building a culture that demands ownership, grit, and results
  • Leading individuals who are hungry to unlock their full potential

The Shark Mindset™

How to Move with Relentless Focus, Confidence and Forward Momentum

This isn’t just a keynote—it’s a movement.

Born from Walter Bond’s viral Youtube video with close to 5 million views and bestselling book "Swim!," The Shark Mindset has become a global call to action for professionals ready to break limits, shatter excuses, and move like champions.

We all know this truth: your mindset determines your trajectory. It drives your decisions, your discipline, your confidence, and your results. And if we want more—more impact, more growth, more success—we must upgrade the way we think. Our mindsets regulates our lives.

That’s where the Shark Mindset comes in.

In Walter’s most in-demand keynote—delivered with Hall of Fame energy, storytelling, and commanding presence—your audience will learn how to strengthen their mindset to elite levels. The Shark Mindset is more than motivation—it’s a system for sustained performance built on mental toughness, emotional clarity, and daily momentum.

This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s transformational. Walter doesn’t just fire people up—he equips them to change.

Perfect for:

  • Sales teams, entrepreneurs, and high performers hungry for the next level
  • Leaders building resilient, winning cultures
  • Organizations ready for a mindset shift that drives execution and results

Accelerate

The Champion's Playbook to Fast-Track Business Success

Too many business owners are stuck—grinding hard but getting nowhere.

The dream was freedom and growth.

The reality? Stress, confusion, and chaos.

The problem isn’t hustle—but something is missing.

Success isn’t a secret. It’s a system.

That’s where "Accelerate" comes in.

In this high-impact keynote, Walter Bond shares the exact championship framework that he and his business partner and wife created to help 1,000’s of small business owners build momentum and scale with confidence.

This is how you go from spinning wheels to winning games. This power couple champions small business owners to win big.

Perfect for:

  • Trade Associations or business networking groups
  • Franchise Systems and franchisees in growth mode
  • Entrepreneurs ready for a breakthrough
  • Small business audiences needing strategy and substance
  • Membership groups wanting real tools for real momentum

From Boss to Coach

How Great Leaders Build Winning Teams

Most companies don’t have a people problem—they have a leadership problem.

Bosses give orders but coaches build people. And if your culture feels stuck, there is only one way to fix it.

This powerful keynote helps leaders at all levels understand the fundamentals of great leadership. You can trade micromanagement for mentorship—and create the kind of culture that keeps top talent, drives performance, and builds something that lasts. Walter Bond reveals the 5 C’s of Coaching Leadership—a framework designed to help leaders.

Perfect for:

  • Management Conferences
  • Leadership Trainings
  • Organizations ready to improve retention and team results

If you want to win big—you must build a coaching culture.

Cultivate

The 6 Non-Negotiables of a Winning Team

Every organization wants a winning team—but few know how to build one. In this powerful keynote based on Walter Bond’s latest book "Cultivate," your audience will discover the six non-negotiable traits that championship teams share across industries, generations, and levels of experience.

Drawing from his journey as an NBA athlete and business performance coach, Walter shows leaders, managers, and teams how to create a winning culture that lasts. This isn’t just a motivational talk—it’s a playbook for transformation.

Your team will walk away energized, aligned, and equipped to show up, work together, and win consistently—no matter the challenges ahead.

This message is perfect for:

  • Organizations serious about developing leaders and high-performing teams
  • Sales-driven companies aiming to elevate results through team cohesion
  • Businesses ready to cultivate a resilient, accountable, and winning culture

Walter Bond Videos

Walter Bond Promo Video June 2024
Unleashing the Power of Methodology: The Path to Your Next Level
Winners Losers and Champions...Be A Champion by Walter Bond

How do I book Walter Bond to speak at my event?

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

How much does it cost to book Walter Bond for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Walter Bond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Walter Bond are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Walter Bond, 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 Walter Bond speak about?

Walter Bond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Christian, Athlete, Christian Athletes, Basketball, Business, Inspirational, Sports Motivation, Sales, Change Management, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Personal Growth, Customer Experience, Motivational, College, Sports, Leadership, Marketing, Faith & Religion, Corporate Culture, Success, Mindset and Business Growth.

Where does Walter Bond travel from?

Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Walter Bond?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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.


Walter Bond is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Peak Performance, Christian and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Walter Bond for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eric Boles, Mike Eruzione and Herman "Herm" Edwards. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Walter Bond for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 30/06/2025.

Walter Bond Speaking Topics

  • No One Can Stop You But You

    Unlocking the Peak Performer in You

    This is Walter Bond’s award-winning journey story—the one that launched his Hall of Fame speaking career and continues to electrify audiences across the globe.

    In this unforgettable experience, Walter shares the powerful moment of self-discovery that changed his life: he realized he was in his own way. His transformation didn’t just inspire millions—it has created a proven path forward.

    With his trademark energy, humor, and authenticity, Walter doesn’t just deliver a keynote—he puts on a show and will give your soul a hug. He’ll have your audience laughing, reflecting, and leaning in as he reveals the Peak Performers Code—seven game-changing priorities that fuel elite performance.

    This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s empowering. Walter equips your attendees with a mindset and methodology they can apply immediately to lead stronger, perform better, and take full ownership of their success.

    Perfect for:

    • Tired of mediocre execution and ready to raise the bar
    • Building a culture that demands ownership, grit, and results
    • Leading individuals who are hungry to unlock their full potential

  • The Shark Mindset™

    How to Move with Relentless Focus, Confidence and Forward Momentum

    This isn’t just a keynote—it’s a movement.

    Born from Walter Bond’s viral Youtube video with close to 5 million views and bestselling book "Swim!," The Shark Mindset has become a global call to action for professionals ready to break limits, shatter excuses, and move like champions.

    We all know this truth: your mindset determines your trajectory. It drives your decisions, your discipline, your confidence, and your results. And if we want more—more impact, more growth, more success—we must upgrade the way we think. Our mindsets regulates our lives.

    That’s where the Shark Mindset comes in.

    In Walter’s most in-demand keynote—delivered with Hall of Fame energy, storytelling, and commanding presence—your audience will learn how to strengthen their mindset to elite levels. The Shark Mindset is more than motivation—it’s a system for sustained performance built on mental toughness, emotional clarity, and daily momentum.

    This keynote is more than inspiring—it’s transformational. Walter doesn’t just fire people up—he equips them to change.

    Perfect for:

    • Sales teams, entrepreneurs, and high performers hungry for the next level
    • Leaders building resilient, winning cultures
    • Organizations ready for a mindset shift that drives execution and results

  • Accelerate

    The Champion's Playbook to Fast-Track Business Success

    Too many business owners are stuck—grinding hard but getting nowhere.

    The dream was freedom and growth.

    The reality? Stress, confusion, and chaos.

    The problem isn’t hustle—but something is missing.

    Success isn’t a secret. It’s a system.

    That’s where "Accelerate" comes in.

    In this high-impact keynote, Walter Bond shares the exact championship framework that he and his business partner and wife created to help 1,000’s of small business owners build momentum and scale with confidence.

    This is how you go from spinning wheels to winning games. This power couple champions small business owners to win big.

    Perfect for:

    • Trade Associations or business networking groups
    • Franchise Systems and franchisees in growth mode
    • Entrepreneurs ready for a breakthrough
    • Small business audiences needing strategy and substance
    • Membership groups wanting real tools for real momentum

  • From Boss to Coach

    How Great Leaders Build Winning Teams

    Most companies don’t have a people problem—they have a leadership problem.

    Bosses give orders but coaches build people. And if your culture feels stuck, there is only one way to fix it.

    This powerful keynote helps leaders at all levels understand the fundamentals of great leadership. You can trade micromanagement for mentorship—and create the kind of culture that keeps top talent, drives performance, and builds something that lasts. Walter Bond reveals the 5 C’s of Coaching Leadership—a framework designed to help leaders.

    Perfect for:

    • Management Conferences
    • Leadership Trainings
    • Organizations ready to improve retention and team results

    If you want to win big—you must build a coaching culture.

  • Cultivate

    The 6 Non-Negotiables of a Winning Team

    Every organization wants a winning team—but few know how to build one. In this powerful keynote based on Walter Bond’s latest book "Cultivate," your audience will discover the six non-negotiable traits that championship teams share across industries, generations, and levels of experience.

    Drawing from his journey as an NBA athlete and business performance coach, Walter shows leaders, managers, and teams how to create a winning culture that lasts. This isn’t just a motivational talk—it’s a playbook for transformation.

    Your team will walk away energized, aligned, and equipped to show up, work together, and win consistently—no matter the challenges ahead.

    This message is perfect for:

    • Organizations serious about developing leaders and high-performing teams
    • Sales-driven companies aiming to elevate results through team cohesion
    • Businesses ready to cultivate a resilient, accountable, and winning culture

Walter Bond Videos

Walter Bond Promo Video June 2024
Unleashing the Power of Methodology: The Path to Your Next Level
Winners Losers and Champions...Be A Champion by Walter Bond

Walter Bond News

  • How do I book Walter Bond to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Walter Bond, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Walter Bond are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Walter Bond, 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 Walter Bond speak about?

  • Where does Walter Bond travel from?

    Walter Bond generally travels from Boca Raton, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Walter Bond?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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 Walter Bond 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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