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Jessica Long

One of America’s most decorated Paralympic champions, Speaker, Author, Advocate

Jessica Long is one of America's most decorated Paralympic champions..

John Cena

WWE Professional Wrestler, Bodybuilder, and Actor Known for "Trainwreck"

Born John Felix Anthony Cena on April 23, 1977, in West Newbury, Massachusetts, the second of John.

John Rollins

American Professional Golfer

John Rollins learned to play golf on the lush courses of central Virginia where.

Florida Panthers Right Wing

Jaromir Jágr wears the number 68 in honor of the Prague Spring rebellion.

Former NFL Running Back; Golden Globe Nominated Actor Known for "BlacKkKlansman" & "Ballers"

John David Washington is an American actor and former American football running back. He played college football at Morehouse and signed with the St.

Founder and Managing Partner at CoWorks Leadership Strategists, Creator of Cirque du Soleil's SPARK Leadership Training Program

Jay Guilford once worked with a bunch of clowns. Literally.

First American to Win the Gold Medal in Men's Skeleton

On February 20, 2002, Jim (Jimmy) Shea, Jr. became the first American to win the gold medal in Men's Skeleton; and the Sheas became the first family ever with three…

sports,motivation,leadership

Fun. Uplifting. Humorous. That's how audiences describe John Cassis. A rare blend of humor, entertainment and content. As one of the most requested speakers in America, John knows firsthand how…

Jeff Gordon

Legendary NASCAR Driver

Four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon, one of the most iconic names in racing and pop culture, joined FOX NASCAR in 2016 as a full-time race analyst.

Justin Forsett

NFL Pro Bowler, Entrepreneur and Perseverance Expert

Justin's personal journey is one of the best stories in the NFL. Justin has a genuine desire to positively impact others with his message of perseverance through life's disappointments.

J.J. Watt | PDA Speakers

Defensive End, Arizona Cardinals

Dream Big Work Hard. Those four simple words have helped to transform Pewaukee native JJ Watt from small-town Wisconsin boy to being selected #11 Overall Pick in the 2011 NFL…

Emmy-Winning Actor, Comedian, Writer, and Producer

Jason Sudeikis is an award-winning actor, comedian, producer, and writer who stars as the buoyant optimist Ted Lasso in the widely popular Apple TV+ series he co-created. Good to the core, its first…

Bestselling Author of Live From New York, Those Guys Have All the Fun, & Powerhouse

Saturday Night Live and ESPN are two of the most prominent cultural phenomena of the century just behind us and the century still new beneath our feet.

Jim Harbaugh | PDA Speakers

Head Coach, University of Michigan Football

Jim Harbaugh is in his fourth season as the J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Head Football Coach at the University of Michigan.  

Jenna Wolfe | PDA Speakers

Former NBC News and Fox Sports Correspondent

With a refreshing mix of humor, sincerity, and infectious enthusiasm, Jenna Wolfe electrifies audiences with her very personal discussions of some of the biggest issues facing women today.

Jay Williams | PDA Speakers

ESPN Analyst and Author

ESPN Analyst and Bestselling Author Jay Williams is considered one of the most prolific college basketball players in history. The #2 pick in the 2002 NBA Draft, Williams is an…

Jack Nicklaus

"Golfer of the Century" & Golf Course Designer; Philanthropist & Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient

Jack Nicklaus is no name is more synonymous with greatness in the sport of golf than the name Jack Nicklaus, and no single person has changed the face of the…

Jay Bilas

ESPN College Basketball Analyst Former Player & Assistant Coach New York Times Bestselling Author

Jay Bilas, known for his extensive knowledge of men’s basketball and insightful analysis about the sports industry, joined ESPN in 1995. Bilas, who is featured on ESPN’s game and studio…

Climber, Photographer & Filmmaker

Jimmy Chin is a photographer, filmmaker, and mountain sports athlete known for his ability to capture extraordinary imagery while climbing and skiing in extremely high-risk environments. He began his professional…

Former NFL Long Snapper, Host, Magician, Advocate

Jon Dorenbos played 14 seasons in the NFL, notably making the Pro Bowl twice as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2016, Jon competed on America’s Got Talent where…

Inspirational Speaker and World Blind Golf Champion

At 19, Jeremy Poincenot was your typical college sophomore. Friends, sports, fraternity and most importantly, perfect 20/20 vision. Then it happened with no warning, no time to prepare, life began…

ESPN Analyst & Former NBA Player

Jalen Rose is a host of ESPN’s morning show Get Up!, alongside Michelle Beadle and Mike Greenberg. Additionally, Rose has been a studio analyst for NBA Countdown — ABC and…

Emmy Award Winning Journalist, Senior Correspondent & Columnist for The Undefeated

Emmy Award winning journalist, Jemele Hill is the Co-founder of Lodge Freeway Media and a staff writer for The Atlantic. Hill was previously the chief correspondent and senior columnist for…

National NFL Insider and Reporter for ESPN

Josina Anderson primarily appears on NFL Live, NFL Insiders, Sunday NFL Countdown and SportsCenter. Her role spans enterprise feature reporting, serving as a game-day reporter for Countdown, and regular in-studio…

Professional Basketball Player for Beijing Ducks of the Chinese Basketball Association

With a string of wins in early 2012, guard Jeremy Lin has become one of basketball's most famous players. Born in Palo Alto, California, in 1988, Jeremy Lin excelled at…

Author, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver and Three-time Super Bowl Champion

Super Bowl MVP Jerry Rice has compiled his list of the most iconic, strategic, and record-breaking moments in football history from the Super Bowl’s inception to today—from the Green Bay…

First Openly Gay Player In Major League Sports, NBA Player & Equality Advocate

Jason Collins, the first openly gay National Basketball Association "NBA" player, recently was in a Sports Illustrated cover story, Collins became the first active male player in any of the…

Pioneer of the NBA

Julius Erving, is one of only three players in history to score a career total of over 30,000 points as a professional. In the 1970s, Julius Erving did more than…

Retired Basketball Player Star. Special Consultant of the Los Angeles Clippers

Best known as the "master architect" of the Los Angeles Lakers, NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West  is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.…

Joe Torre | PDA Speakers

One of the Greatest Managers in Baseball History

Drawing on his years of experience in the corporate microcosm that is professional baseball, Joe Torre shares his wisdom

Regarded as "The Dean of NFL Referees," Member of the NFL Hall of Fame and the CPAE Speakers Hall of Fame

Jim Tunney had an exemplary career in sports. A former high school coach, teacher, principal and district superintendent, he had a 40-year career in officiating football and basketball. Thirty-one of…

Sports Radio Talk Show Host Syndicated by CBS Sports Radio. Rome Hosts The Jim Rome Show on Radio

Perhaps the most respected voice in the world of sports broadcasting, Jim Rome is a leading opinion-maker of his generation. As host of the nation’s premiere sports radio talk show,…

Pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles; Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1990

A powerful persona in the sports field, Jim Palmer maintains a strong presence off the playing field as well as through a variety of business, charity and personal interests.  Regarded…

Lead Baseball Columnist at Yahoo! Sports. He is the author of "The Arm," a New York Times bestseller, co-author of "Death to the BCS" and he was named one of the best columnists by the AP in 2016

Jeff Passan has covered Major League Baseball since 2004, including the past 12 years for Yahoo Sports. He is the author of "The Arm," a New York Times bestseller, co-author…

Former Football Quarterback & Actor; Hall of Famer

Joe Namath played college football at the University of Alabama for legendary coach Paul "Bear" Bryant. Bryant called Namath "the greatest athlete I have ever coached." In his senior year,…

Actor, Radio Host and Best-Selling Author

Comedian, actor, radio host and best-selling author, Jay Mohr has been performing stand-up comedy since he was sixteen years old. With a career that has spanned over three decades, Jay…

Former World No. 1 Tennis Player; Seven-Time Grand Slam Champion; Author of "But Seriously"

John McEnroe embodies the American spirit. For two decades, he set an unparalleled standard of excellence both on and off the court. His pursuit of perfection and intensity to win…

Sportscaster, News Anchor, Film Producer, and Restaurant Owner. Lampley has covered a record 14 Olympic Games on U.S. television, most recently the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.

After 35 years as a network television sportscaster, and with a vast array of credits in television, radio, movies and the internet, HBO's Jim Lampley is one of America's most…

NASCAR Nextel Cup Race Car Driver

Jimmie Johnson is one of the most accomplished professional athletes of his era. The only race car driver in history to be named Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year,…

Boxing Manager, Inspiration for the film "Against the Ropes"

Jackie Kallen is the world's most successful female boxing manager and the inspiration for the film. She fought against all odds to prevail in a male-dominated profession. A journalist-turned-publicist for…

Relationship and Health Advice. Author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, shares free relationship advice, dating tips and health solutions for common ailments

John Gray is the leading relationship expert in the world. His relationship and health books have sold over 50 million copies in 50 different languages. His groundbreaking book, Men Are…

Hall of Fame NFL Legend; Executive VP of football operations for the Denver Broncos

John Elway, a dynamic leader with experience guiding the Broncos to world championships as both a player and a general manager, enters his seventh season as the club’s Executive Vice…

1968 Olympian and Civil Rights Legend

With a black-gloved fist raised and his head bowed, Olympic medal winner John Carlos made history in 1968. The moment of defiance when he and Tommie Smith raised their arms…

National Champion & Head Coach of the University of Kentucky Wildcats

Head Coach of the University of Kentucky and 2012 NCAA National Champion, John Calipari has added an 8th Championship banner to the rafters by leading his team to a victory…

Sportscaster, Radio and Television Announcer, Fox NFL Broadcaster and Author

Speaker and master commentator Joseph Francis “Joe” Buck is a well-known sportscaster who has won numerous Emmy Awards for his distinctive play-by-play work with Fox Sports. Beginning his broadcasting career…

MLB Catcher, Leader of Cincinnati's "Big Red Machine"

Considered by many the greatest catcher in history because of his combination of defensive skill, offensive power, and durability, Johnny Bench was one of the leaders of Cincinnati's "Big Red…

Sports Radio Personality. He co-hosts the Joe & Evan show with Evan Roberts weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET on the New York radio stations WFAN-AM

Joe Benigno, a.k.a. Joe from Saddle River, got his big break in radio in 1994, when he won WFAN's Fan Appreciation Day contest and was awarded a guest host spot on…

Athlete, Author, Teacher and The Inspiration for the Movie “The Rookie”, Jim Morris travels the world as America's foremost inspirational and motivational speaker

The Cinderella story of Jim Morris serves as testimony to the power of dreams and their ability to inspire and transform human life. Jim Morris’s meteoric rise from 35 year-old…