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Matt Ryan

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Former NFL Quarterback; NFL Analyst, CBS Sports

NFL MVP Quarterback and Super Bowl leader Matt Ryan delivers battle-tested leadership insights that empower executives and teams to thrive under pressure, unify cultures, and achieve lasting success.

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For nearly two decades, Matt Ryan has exemplified what it means to lead under pressure. From his first snap as the 2008 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year to being named NFL MVP in 2016, Ryan has consistently demonstrated the poise, vision, and strategic thinking required to excel at the highest levels of professional sports. Over the course of his 15-year NFL career, most notably with the Atlanta Falcons, whom he guided to Super Bowl LI, and later with the Indianapolis Colts, Ryan has earned a reputation as a resilient competitor and unwavering team leader.

Today, he brings those battle-tested insights from the field to both the boardroom and the broadcast desk. As an NFL analyst for CBS Sports, Ryan brings a quarterback’s perspective to the studio, offering sharp analysis, thoughtful breakdowns, and real-time insight into leadership, preparation, and decision-making, quickly establishing himself as a respected and rising voice in sports media.

Audiences who engage with Matt Ryan walk away with immediate, high-impact benefits. His compelling storytelling illustrates how to turn obstacles into catalysts for growth, while his proven frameworks translate seamlessly from the gridiron to the executive suite. Expect participants to leave with renewed motivation, sharpened leadership skills, and clear steps for building cohesive teams that thrive under pressure. From learning how to instill trust in volatile markets to nurturing the grit that fuels long-term success, Ryan’s insights equip leaders at every level to navigate change and seize their biggest opportunities.

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Matt Ryan’s Speech Topics

  • Leading Through Adversity: Building a Resilient Mindset

    Drawing on his own experience rallying teams during high-stakes games and tough seasons, Matt Ryan shares strategies for maintaining resilience, composure, and confidence amid intense pressure.

  • Culture of Excellence: Empowering Teams to Overachieve

    From locker room to corporate boardroom, learn how to create an environment that aligns every individual toward a shared vision. Matt Ryan details practical steps for cultivating trust, responsibility, and a winning mentality.

  • Staying Focused in Fast-Changing Environments

    In a profession where one second can change everything, Matt Ryan’s insights on adapting quickly, making data-driven decisions, and embracing the unknown help organizations stay ahead in rapidly evolving markets.

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