Motivational Speakers

Redefining Motivation & Inspiration: Empowering Messages from Visionary Motivators

List of Motivational Speakers

The great motivational speakers in this category are no strangers to adversity, whether it be in their community, their workplace, when pursuing their passions, or after falling victim to what can only be described as fateful circumstance. Survivors, activists, business leaders and celebrity speakers tell incredibly inspirational stories of courage, determination, and endurance in all aspects of life. From tales of abuse, human trafficking, or life-threatening medical conditions, to success stories in business and the entertainment industry, these motivational speakers for hire are sure to impress and empower audiences at your next event. Check out our roster of great inspirational speakers to find the perfect fit for your event today.

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Joe Theismann
(5 ratings)

Former Star Quarterback for the Washington Commanders, Emmy Award-Winning NFL Analyst, Entrepreneur & Author, "How to Be A Champion Everyday"

Marcus Buckingham
(1 rating)

Performance Analyst; Best-selling Author; Two decades as a Senior Researcher at Gallup Organization

Pedro Noguera

Educational Equity Proponent & Dean of the USC Rossier School of Education

Kim Scott
(5 ratings)

CEO Coach; Author of "Radical Candor" & "Just Work"

Anderson Cooper

Broadcast Journalist & Political Commentator; Anchor of CNN's "Anderson Cooper 360°"; 60 Minutes Correspondent

Kumu Hina
(1 rating)

Native Hawaiian Transgender Teacher, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Cultural Practitioner & Community Leader

Hunter Schafer
(1 rating)

Transgender Actress, Model & Activist Known for HBO's "Euphoria" & "Cuckoo"

Jason Collins
(2 ratings)

First Openly Gay Player In Major League Sports; Retired NBA Player; Equality Advocate

Geoff Colvin
(3 ratings)

Senior Editor-at-Large at Fortune & Bestselling Author

Al Duncan
(24 ratings)

Motivational Speaker for At-Risk Youth; Authority on Development Soft Skills & Empowerment; Managing Partner of Soft Skills for STEM (S3TEM)

Barry Larkin

National Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee, 12-Time MLB All-Star & World Series Champion; Former Shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds

Julianne Malveaux
(2 ratings)

Economist, Author & Political Commentator; President Emerita of Bennett College for Women

Joy Buolamwini
(1 rating)

Founder of Algorithmic Justice League & Researcher at MIT Media Lab

Safiya Noble
(7 ratings)

AI & Algorithmic Discrimination Expert; Associate Professor at UCLA; Researcher on Race, Gender, Technology & Design

Marilyn Tam
(4 ratings)

Leadership Speaker, Bestselling Author, Consultant & Board Certified Corporate Coach; CEO of Marilyn Tam & Co.; Founder and Executive Director of Us Foundation

Les Brown
(3 ratings)

Motivator, TV Personality & Best-Selling Author

Fran Hauser
(40 ratings)

Media Executive, Startup Investor, Founder of Bedford Books, Women's Empowerment Speaker & Best-Selling Author of "The Myth of the Nice Girl"

Simon Sinek

World-Renowned Leadership Expert, Best-Selling Author & Podcaster

Bob Harper
(3 ratings)

Personal Trainer & Former Host of "The Biggest Loser;" Heart Attack Survivor