Wayne Gretzky

Wayne Gretzky

Keynote Speaker: Legendary Ice Hockey Player Known as "The Great One" & Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee; Founder, Wayne Gretzky Estates

Wayne Gretzky Biography

Wayne Gretzky, often referred to as "The Great One," is recognized as one of the most elite players in ice hockey history. He has maintained a strong presence in the sport post-retirement. His current role involves providing his expert analysis on TNT's hockey broadcasts, and he has previously held executive positions such as the Head Coach and Executive Vice President of the Phoenix Coyotes from 2005 to 2009, and the Vice Chairman of the Edmonton Oilers from 2016 to 2021. His influence in the game was also evident in his role as the official ambassador for the NHL’s Centennial Celebration in 2017.

After a successful 20-season stint, Gretzky retired from professional play on April 16, 1999. Throughout his career, he was instrumental in securing four Stanley Cup Championships and three Canada Cup tournament titles. Gretzky's unmatched skills on the ice led him to become the NHL's all-time leading goal, assist, and point producer for both regular season and playoffs. His numerous accolades include 10 Art Ross Trophies, nine Hart Trophies, and two Conn Smythe Trophies. Furthermore, Gretzky was awarded the Lady Byng Trophy five times and made 18 consecutive All-Star Game appearances, with three All-Star MVP Awards to his name. He has been named eight times on the First All-Star Team and seven times on the Second All-Star Team.

Upon his retirement, Gretzky held an impressive 61 NHL records. The NHL acknowledged his incredible contribution to the sport by retiring his "No. 99" jersey number across all member clubs during the 2000 NHL All-Star Game in Toronto. This honour ensured that no NHL player would wear the number again. In the same year, Gretzky was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, making him the tenth and final player to have the mandatory three-year waiting period waived by the Hall's board of directors.

Not only limited to playing, Gretzky also contributed to the sport in a managerial role. He served as the Executive Director of Team Canada's Olympic Hockey Team in 2002 and 2004. His leadership guided Team Canada to secure a gold medal in the 2002 Olympics and participate in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey.

Off the ice, Gretzky has involved himself in numerous charitable activities. His Wayne Gretzky Foundation is dedicated to enabling disadvantaged children across North America to participate in hockey. He is also an Honorary Chairman of Ronald McDonald Children’s Charities in Canada and an Athlete Ambassador for Right to Play, an organization aimed at enhancing child development in disadvantaged communities worldwide. Continuing to influence the sport in various ways, Gretzky also participated in “Hands That Shape Humanity”, a project for the Desmond Tutu Peace Centre.

In addition to his contributions to hockey, Gretzky has had an impact outside of the sport. He opened Wayne Gretzky Estates, a winery and distillery in Ontario in 2017. He has authored multiple books, including "Gretzky: An Autobiography," "99: My Life in Pictures," and "99: Stories of the Game".

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Wayne Gretzky Videos

Wayne Gretzky Gives Heartfelt Speech At Walter Gretzky's Funeral ...
20 Years Later: Wayne Gretzky's Last Game | SN Presents - YouTube
Wayne Gretzky Speaking Engagement - Part 1 of 2 - YouTube

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What topics does Wayne Gretzky speak about?

Wayne Gretzky is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports Motivation, Golf, Athlete, Health, Hall of Fame, Personal Growth, Sports, Fitness, Hockey, Olympic Athlete, Leadership, Sports Coaching, Human Resources and Teamwork & Teambuilding.

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Wayne Gretzky generally travels from Palm Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Wayne Gretzky is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sports Motivation, Golf and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wayne Gretzky for live events is $200,000 and above, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Wayne Gretzky generally travels from Palm Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Michael Phelps and Alex Rodriguez. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wayne Gretzky for an upcoming event.

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Wayne Gretzky Videos

Wayne Gretzky Gives Heartfelt Speech At Walter Gretzky's Funeral ...
20 Years Later: Wayne Gretzky's Last Game | SN Presents - YouTube
Wayne Gretzky Speaking Engagement - Part 1 of 2 - YouTube
wayne gretzky's speech at the 2002 olympic games - YouTube
Wayne Gretzky Speaker - Wayne Gretzky Speaking Engagements ...

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  • How do I book Wayne Gretzky to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Wayne Gretzky, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Wayne Gretzky are $200,000 and above for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Wayne Gretzky, 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 Wayne Gretzky speak about?

    Wayne Gretzky is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports Motivation, Golf, Athlete, Health, Hall of Fame, Personal Growth, Sports, Fitness, Hockey, Olympic Athlete, Leadership, Sports Coaching, Human Resources and Teamwork & Teambuilding.
  • Where does Wayne Gretzky travel from?

    Wayne Gretzky generally travels from Palm Beach, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Wayne Gretzky?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wayne Gretzky 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 Wayne Gretzky 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 Wayne Gretzky 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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