Olympians, Paralympians & Athlete Keynote Speakers — Canada & USA

Athletes have trained for the moments most of us fear. These Olympians, Paralympians, champions and sports executives translate podiums and setbacks into lessons on pressure, preparation and teamwork.

Spoken Artists books Olympic and athlete keynote speakers for sales kickoffs, conferences and team events across Canada and the United States.

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A clear bridge from sport to your audience's work

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Corporate stage experience, not just a famous name

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Practical tools for pressure and preparation

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Availability for meet-and-greets or Q&A

Hand-picked · 11 speakers
Sandy Brondello
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Sandy Brondello

Inaugural Head Coach, Toronto Tempo | WNBA Champion | Olympic Medalist

Toronto, Canada · Team Culture · Leadership · High Performance
Danielle Campo
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Danielle Campo

World-Record Paralympic Athlete Focused on Resilience and High Performance

Windsor, Ontario, Canada · Resilience · Inclusive Leadership · Disability Inclusion
Connor Emeny
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Connor Emeny

World-Record Holding Athlete & Author of All In on Resilience and High Performance

North America · Resilience · Mental Toughness · Goal Setting
Alyssa Ages
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Alyssa Ages

Author, Journalist & Competitive Strongwoman Speaking on Performance and Mental Strength

Toronto, ON, Canada · Resilience · Failure & Risk · Mental Toughness
Melissa Arnot Reid
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Melissa Arnot Reid

World-Record Holding Adventurer & Author, "Enough" Climbing Toward a True Self on Mount Everest

Methow Valley, Washington, USA · Resilience · High-Performance Under Pressure · Risk Management
Luke Aikins
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Luke Aikins

Record-Holding Red Bull Air Force Skydiver

North America · Risk Management · Decision-Making Under Pressure · Teamwork
Stacey Allaster
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Stacey Allaster

Former CEO, Professional Tennis (USTA) + US Open Tournament Director | Forbes “Most Powerful Woman in Sport”

North America · Leadership · Change Management · High Performance
Mark Shapiro
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Mark Shapiro

President & CEO, Toronto Blue Jays

Toronto, Canada · Pressure Management · Leadership · High-Performance Teams
Dr. Karen MacNeill
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Dr. Karen MacNeill

Peak-Performance Psychologist to Canada’s Olympic Athletes

Calgary, Canada · Mental Performance · Resilience · Leadership
LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael
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LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael

Canada’s First Female Snowbird Pilot

Quebec City, Quebec — Canada · Leadership · High-Performance Teams · Leading Under Pressure
Scott Oake
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Scott Oake

Bestselling Author | Award-Winning Broadcaster | Founder, Bruce Oake Recovery Centre

Winnipeg, MB. · Resilience · Recovery · Mental Health & Addiction
Planner questions
How much does an athlete keynote speaker cost in Canada and the US?+

Fees depend on the speaker, date, format (in person or virtual) and travel. Share your budget and Spoken Artists will shortlist athlete speakers who fit it, with exact quotes within one business day.

Who are good Canadian athlete keynote speakers?+

Canadian athlete keynote speakers represented by Spoken Artists include Danielle Campo, Connor Emeny, Alyssa Ages, Stacey Allaster, Dr. Karen MacNeill. Every one offers a free intro call before booking.

Who are good American athlete keynote speakers?+

US-based athlete keynote speakers represented by Spoken Artists include Melissa Arnot Reid, Luke Aikins. All are available for events across the United States and Canada.

Do your speakers travel to the United States?+

Yes. Spoken Artists speakers regularly keynote across Canada and the United States, in person or virtually. Quotes are available in CAD or USD.

How far in advance should I book a keynote speaker?+

Three to six months is ideal; six to nine months for peak dates like January sales kickoffs and fall conference season. Short-notice bookings are often still possible — ask.

Can I meet the speaker before I book?+

Yes. Every speaker on the Spoken Artists roster offers a free introductory Zoom call so you can test chemistry and tailor the keynote before committing.