Motivation – it’s the unseen force that pushes us through hardship, failure, pain and loss to achieve our most deeply cherished goals. AEI’s roster of motivational speakers has all overcome challenges that seemed insurmountable. Whether rising from crushing poverty, overcoming illiteracy, battling discrimination, coping with physical disability or simply fighting the status quo, the speakers on our roster tell their motivational stories with passion, enthusiasm and skill. The attendees at your next event will be touched by the powerful messages these riveting stories impart. They might even return to their daily lives with a new approach to their old problems. After all, isn’t that what motivation is?

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Our Motivational Speakers

Our motivational and inspirational speakers share incredible personal stories of success, failure, persistence, hard work, and the events that changed their lives in their thrilling keynote speeches. Our extensive list of motivational speakers – from sports figures to business leaders – will make your event a resounding success with their inspirational, powerful messages.

  • Deborah Gardner
    Swimming champion turned author & competitive performance expert
  • Christine Cashen
    Author of THE GOOD STUFF: Quips & Tips on Life, Love, Work and Happiness
  • Erik Wahl
    Erik Wahl is an internationally recognized artist, TED speaker, and No. 1 bestselling author.
  • Sarita Maybin
    Communication expert and Author of If You Can’t Say Something Nice, What DO You Say?
  • Mark Schulman
    World-Renowned Drummer; Author; Motivator; Expert, The Secrets of Rockstar Performance
  • Ruben Gonzalez
    Four-Time Olympian and Award Winning Speaker of 'The Courage to Succeed'
  • Jesse Leon
    Author of “I’m Not Broken”, his memoir chronicling his journey from being human trafficked to...