Michèle Flournoy
Undersecretary of Defense for Policy (2009-2012), Co-Founder and CEO Center for a New American Security (CNAS), Co-Founder and Managing Director of WestExec Advisors
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Overcoming Adversity Speakers
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WSB connects event planners with inspiring speakers who have amazing stories of triumph that will keep your attendees on the edge of their seats. Head coaches, military veterans, psychologists, and astronauts are available to share real-world stories of overcoming adversity. Available for in-person or virtual events and meetings.Search within Overcoming Adversity Speakers
Reb Rebele
Senior Research Fellow for Wharton People Analytics
Under $25,000
Giuliana Rancic
E! Entertainment Reporter, Best-Selling Author, Breast Cancer Survivor, Fashion Designer, and Restaurateur
$40K - $70KIllinois
Jia Jiang
World’s Foremost Authority on Rejection, Top Inspirational and Resilience Keynote, Most-Viewed TED Talk Speaker, Toastmasters Golden Gavel Winner, Bestselling Author of Rejection Proof
Under $25,000California
Keelan Leyser
Digital Illusionist; Technology Magician; British Magic Grand Prix Champion
Under $25,000Nevada
Pandit Dasa
Former Monk; Leading Through Change; Strengthening Culture and Elevating Performance
Under $25,000New Jersey
Lauren Leader
Founder, All In Together; Activist, Author, and Mobilizer of Women
Contact WSB for FeesNew York
Rob 'Waldo' Waldman
Decorated Fighter Pilot; New York Times Bestselling Author; Hall of Fame Speaker
$25K - $40KGeorgia
Cameron Atlas
Keynote Speaker, Creator of The Edge of Possible®, High Performance and Leadership Expert, Podcast Host, National Geographic Explorer
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Kindra Hall
Kindra Hall, MA. Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Keynote Speaker, Award-Winning Storyteller
Contact WSB for FeesNew York
Damon Dunn
3x CEO and Visionary Entrepreneur; Franchise Empire Builder; Fellow, Stanford Hoover Institution; Former NFL Player; Author
Under $25,000Washington
Haben Girma
First Deafblind Graduate of Harvard Law School and Bestselling Author
Contact WSB for FeesCalifornia
JP Pawliw
Top Booked Keynote Speaker on Leadership and High Performing Teams, NY Times Best Selling Author, Host of Last 8% Morning Podcast, Co-Founder of IHHP
$25K - $40K
Al Comeaux
Former VP of Travelocity; Change Champion at GE and American Airlines
Under $25,000Texas
Kaplan Mobray
Award-Winning Author; Motivational Speaker; Career Consultant
$25K - $40KNew York
Ryan Holiday
#1 NYT Bestselling Author, Obstacle is the Way and Trust Me, I'm Lying; Former Director of Marketing, American Apparel
Over $70,000Texas
Leana Wen
Washington Post Columnist, Author, and Public Health Expert
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Nicole Lapin
New York Times Bestselling Author, Host of Top 10 business podcast "Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin," and Veteran Business News Anchor
Contact WSB for FeesCalifornia
Mark Messier
2007 Hall of Famer; Hockey Legend; ESPN Hockey Analyst
Over $70,000Connecticut
Merril Hoge
Retired NFL Running Back; Former ESPN Analyst; Author, Find a Way and Brainwashed
Under $25,000Kentucky
Marc Randolph
Entrepreneur Speaker, Netflix Cofounder, National Bestselling Author, Executive Mentor, and Angel Investor
Over $70,000California
Scotty Smiley
First Blind Active Duty Officer in Military History; Author
Contact WSB for FeesWashington
Margie Warrell
Global C-Suite Advisor; Courageous Leadership & High-Stakes Decision-Making
$25K - $40KCalifornia
Mark Ostach
Bestselling Author; 2x TED Speaker; Human Connection and Digital Wellness Expert
Under $25,000Michigan
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