College Speakers

College speakers play a vital role in shaping the minds and futures of students by bringing fresh perspectives, expert knowledge, and inspirational stories to campuses across the country. These dynamic individuals are selected for their ability to engage, motivate, and challenge students to think critically about their education, career paths, and personal development.

Whether addressing topics like leadership, mental health, diversity, entrepreneurship, or social justice, college speakers connect with students on a personal level, offering insights that resonate far beyond the classroom. They inspire students to take action, develop new skills, and pursue their passions with confidence and purpose.

From commencement addresses to workshops and keynote presentations, college speakers create impactful experiences that leave lasting impressions on both students and faculty. Their influence helps cultivate a vibrant academic community, encouraging students to explore new ideas, embrace change, and make meaningful contributions to society.

Workplace safety keynote speaker Kina Hart uses powerful personal experience and practical strategies to help organizations strengthen safety culture, reduce risk, and inspire responsibility at every level.
  • Safety Speaker
  • (2 reviews)
Global adventure and resilience keynote speaker Tom Turcich inspires audiences with transformative lessons from his seven-year, 28,000-mile walk around the world with his dog Savannah.
  • Inspirational Adventurer
Carly Patterson, the first American woman in two decades to win the Olympic all-around gymnastics gold (Athens 2004), has become a globally recognized voice on resilience, reinvention, and peak performance.
  • Olympic Medalist
Humanitarian leader and Wine to Water founder Doc Hendley transforms lives with his powerful story of resilience, service, and the mission to bring clean water to the world.
  • Humanitarian Speaker
Afua Hirsch is a journalist, broadcaster and social justice advocate whose incisive reporting and lived expertise on race, identity and human rights.
  • Social Justice
  • (6 reviews)

Phil Hansen is a world-renowned keynote speaker who empowers audiences to rethink innovation by embracing their limitations. As an accomplished artist known for his unique, boundary-pushing creative methods, Phil inspires people to view constraints as opportunities for ingenuity. Through his keynote presentations, he brings the art of overcoming obstacles into focus, teaching individuals and organizations […]

  • ReThink Innovation
  • (1 reviews)
Proving strength through endurance and faith, guiding teams to resilience with lessons forged from Marine service, Ironman triathlons, and Paralympic podiums.
  • Inspirational Speaker
  • (6 reviews)
Human connection keynote speaker Rob Lawless inspires audiences to embrace empathy, curiosity, and courage through lessons learned from his mission to meet 10,000 people for one hour each.
  • Human Relationships
  • (7 reviews)
LGBTQ+ civil rights advocate and educator Greg R. Baird inspires audiences with powerful storytelling on allyship, belonging, and empathetic leadership shaped by 31 years of activism and community engagement.
  • LGBTQ+ Civil Rights, Allyship.
  • (1 reviews)
Olympic BMX champion who teaches peak-performance under pressure through repeatable routines, mental prep, and team coaching tactics that translate to elite workplace performance.
  • Motivational Olympian
Leadership keynote speaker and soccer legend Julie Foudy empowers teams with proven principles of resilience, collaboration, and confidence drawn from her championship career and lifelong advocacy for women in sports.
  • Soccer Legend
Entrepreneur and sustainability leader Adam Braun helps organizations navigate the future of work, accelerate low-carbon transformation, and drive global impact through innovation, upskilling, and purpose-driven leadership.
  • Humanitarian
Danelle Umstead is a three-time Paralympic bronze medalist and one of the most inspiring figures in adaptive sports.
  • Blind Paralympian

Riley Gaines, a former collegiate swimmer and an outspoken advocate for women’s rights in sports, has made waves beyond the pool. A 12-time All-American swimmer with five SEC titles, she was a celebrated athlete at the University of Kentucky with a promising path to a career in dentistry. Riley Gaines However, her future took an […]

  • Women Empowerment
  • (7 reviews)
Mike Lee is a purpose-driven leadership speaker who blends NBA insights, mindfulness, and resilience strategies to help leaders thrive in disruption and build cultures of belonging.
  • Purpose Driven Leadership

W Mitchell once guided passengers up the famous hills of San Francisco, as a strong and entertaining cable-car gripman. Amazingly, the same scenario holds true today! As an award-winning keynote speaker, he now guides audiences uphill and empowers them to take responsibility for life’s inevitable challenges and to embrace the power of taking charge. As […]

  • Motivational Speaker

Redmond Ramos is an extraordinary keynote speaker, veteran, and advocate for resilience and perseverance. His story of overcoming adversity, from his time in the military to becoming a Paralympic athlete and successful entrepreneur, is an inspiration to audiences worldwide. Redmond delivers powerful and motivational talks that resonate with corporate teams, educators, and individuals, instilling a […]

  • Motivational Speaker
  • (3 reviews)

Mark Black is a renowned resilience expert whose life story is a testament to the power of determination, perseverance, and the human spirit. Born with a life-threatening heart defect, Mark faced insurmountable odds from the very beginning. He underwent two open-heart surgeries before his first birthday, setting the stage for a life marked by extraordinary […]

  • Motivational Reesilience

Nick Santonastasso is a medical miracle. Not only is he one of four people with the rare genetic condition, Hanhart Syndrome, the inspirational keynote speaker is an internationally known bodybuilder and fitness model—despite missing both his legs and one arm since birth. Nick did the unthinkable when he became a varsity wrestler in high school. […]

  • Inspirational Speaker
Jen Shirkani helps leaders elevate performance through emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and practical strategies for coaching, communication, and resilient leadership.
  • Emotional Intelligence
Actress, author and philanthropist Holly Robinson Peete empowers audiences with inspiring insights on diversity, resilience, advocacy and work-life balance shaped by her decades in entertainment and her family’s lived experiences.
  • Inspirational Speaker
Adventure-based business motivational speaker Michael Wigge empowers teams to embrace change, leave their comfort zones, and build resilience through humor, global challenge stories, and practical mindset tools.
  • Motivational Speaker
Helps teams and leaders build resilience through practical rituals, trauma-informed strategies, and measurable habits to sustain performance under pressure consistently.
  • Motivational Speaker

Dr. Eric Thomas, affectionately known as “ET, The Hip Hop Preacher,” stands as a beacon of inspiration in the world of motivational speaking. With a Ph.D. to his name, Dr. Thomas transcends traditional boundaries, seamlessly blending the roles of author, speaker, educator, pastor, and Audie Awards Finalist. His journey from adversity to triumph has captivated […]

  • Motivational Speaker

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