Posts Tagged ‘inspirational speaker’
127 Hours
Friday, August 27th, 2010The new film, 127 Hours, directed by Danny Boyle and starring James Franco, is a film based on the story of Aron Ralston - the mountain climber who amputated his own arm to free himself - after being trapped by a boulder for nearly five days. Look for the movie in theaters this November.
Hawks win the Stanley Cup
Thursday, June 10th, 2010Chicago’s Patrick Kane snuck the puck past Philadelphia’s Michael Leighton last night, giving the Blackhawks an overtime win against the Flyers in Game 6. The final score was 4-3. It’s their first championship since 1961 and the city will celebrate in a big way with a parade on Friday!
The Stanley Cup generates excitement for the sport while increasing the requests for hockey players and coaches as speakers on performance, teamwork, winning and leadership.
Some all-time favorites include: Bill Clement, Mike Eruzione and Jim Craig. For more information on these presenters and other athletes, contact us at contact Speak, Inc.
“Miracle on Ice” 30 Year Anniversary
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010The 2010 Winter Olympic Games mark the 30 year anniversary of one of the great Olympic moments in American History.
With the world watching, team USA hockey player Mike Eruzione, his coach, the late Herb Brooks and his fellow teammates transcended their sport and united a nation with a new feeling of hope.
The Disney film, “Miracle,” is based on this true story, when the United States Ice Hockey team defeated the formidable Soviet Union team in the 1980 Olympic Games.
For a first-hand account of this victory at your 2010 event, consider inspirational speaker Mike Eruzione who delivers his riveting presentation, “Do You Believe in Miracles?”
Exclusively presenting Dr. Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa
Thursday, February 4th, 2010Speak, Inc. is pleased to exclusively present Dr. Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa. Dr. Quiñones arrived in the United States as a migrant farm worker at the age of 19. He did not speak a word of English and had less than five dollars in his pocket - but he possessed a burning desire to make something of himself. Today, “Dr. Q” is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Oncology, Neuroscience and Cellular and Molecular Medicine at Johns Hopkins.
For more information on Dr. Q contact us at Speak, Inc.
Patrick Henry Hughes latest CD “LOOK WITHIN”
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009Inspirational speaker, musician and author of the book I Am Potential, Patrick Henry Hughes has just released his second CD, ”LOOK WITHIN” with 19 tracks and over an hour of music.
For more information on how Patrick Henry Hughes and other talented inspirational speakers can appear at your event, contact Speak, Inc. at info@speakinc.com.
EVEN EAGLES NEED A PUSH, The Power Of Encouragement
Thursday, August 27th, 2009
David McNally released his new book – EVEN EAGLES NEED A PUSH, The Power Of Encouragement. The book is full of inspiring stories of both famous and not-so-famous people who share how one special person encouraged, influenced and shaped their lives. Illustrated and combined with an inspiring DVD of David’s wonderful story of the Mother Eagle – The Push, you will want to share this book with all those who need the courage to transcend these challenging times.
For more information on David McNally and other inspirational speakers, contact us at info@speakinc.com.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom
Friday, August 14th, 2009The Presidential Medal of Freedom is an annual award that was created after World War II when President Truman wanted to honor civilian service during the war.
On Wednesday, in the East Room of The White House, President Barack Obama awarded the nation’s highest civilian honor to 16 “agents of change.” He highlighted their accomplishments as examples of the goals a person can reach and the difference they can make in the lives of others.
The 16 honored at the ceremony were:
• Nancy Goodman Brinker
• Pedro José Greer, Jr.
• Stephen Hawking
• Jack Kemp
• Sen. Edward Kennedy
• Billie Jean King
• The Rev. Joseph Lowery
• Joe Medicine Crow-High Bird
• Harvey Milk
• Sandra Day O’Connor
• Sidney Poitier
• Chita Rivera
• Mary Robinson
• Janet Davison Rowley
• Desmond Tutu
• Muhammad Yunus
Congratulations to these amazing honorees!
For information on Medal of Freedom award winners who speak as well as others who have made a considerable difference in the lives of others, please contact us at info@speakinc.com
Shot Happens: I Got Shot, What’s Your Problem?
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009Inspirational speaker, gold medalist and author, Mike Schlappi releases his new book, Shot Happens: I Got Shot, What’s Your Problem? In his book he asks his readers, “what is your attitude relative to your situation?” Mike professes that attitude is a position not a mood; and it is the position we take toward our circumstances that turns bad days into good days.
For more about Mike Schlappi’s dynamic presentation on adversity, contact us at info@speakinc.com.
April 10, 2009
Friday, April 10th, 2009Today is Good Friday. A religious holiday celebrated by Christians acknowledging the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Golgotha. The holiday is observed on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and often coincides with the Jewish observance of Passover.
If you are interested in a strong inspirational message, please consider Lance Secretan, Wintley Phipps, Robert Schuller or Tony Campolo for your next meeting. If you would like additional information on these speakers or other inspirational presenters, please call 800-677-3324 or contact us at www.speakinc.com.
