
Reviews Write New Review
Location
Booking Fee
$ ##,### Get Pricing
SpeakerRank
- #9 in Bi-racial
- #33 in Olympic Sports
- #37 in Christian Athletes
- #45 in Track & Field
[email protected]
At his mother's bidding, Bryan Clay - an unruly child from a broken home - focused his energies on track-and-field and dreamed of an Olympic medal. Not only did he capture the silver in 2004 and the gold in 2008 - as well as a World Champion title in 2005 - in the decathlon, but he obtained the title of "World's Greatest Athlete," joining an elite group that includes Jim Thorpe, Dan O'Brien, and Bruce Jenner.
Just as his mother had urged him to hone his talents into track-and-field, Clay encourages other children to reach their full potential through The Bryan Clay Foundation. Founded in 2005, it helps youth make healthy choices, pursue active lifestyles, and establish habits that lead to well-being.
His memoir, Redemption, tells the story of his unlikely path from a fist-fighting, drug-using, pre-suicidal kid in Hawaii to world champion in the toughest Olympic sport, a victory he accords to his rediscovered faith and his mother's relentless prayers.
Today, Bryan Clay is an influential public speaker whose ability to relate to people inspires and motivates audiences across the nation. He has spoken to such companies as Capital One, Northwestern Mutual, and United Airlines, urging audiences to reach their maximum potential and always seek the gold.
Videos
Speech Topics
Olympic Athlete
Success: It's the Journey, Not the Outcome
Drawing on his troubled childhood as a fist-fighting, drug-using, pre-suicidal youth in Hawaii and later as a college student-athlete with little direction in life, Bryan Clay speaks on the difficulties he experienced on his unlikely path to Olympic gold. He explains that one's success in life is not necessarily about the final outcome, but rather, the journey one takes to get there. In this poignant keynote, Clay shares personal anecdotes to prove that the lessons he's learned along the way have been far more valuable than the outcomes themselves.
Life Balance: Faith, Family - Then Everything Else
Bryan Clay discusses how he balances his life by keeping his faith at the forefront. His unwavering faith in Christ and devotion to his family as a father and husband are the sources of his strength, allowing him to be mentally, physically, and emotionally sound for his athletic endeavors. In this inspiring talk, Clay explains that once you've figured out your priorities, everything else simply falls into place. He helps audiences find their own balance and order in life.
News
Bryan Clay. Olympic Gold-Medal-Winning Decathlete. Comments. Tweet. The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius Pilgrim Studios. The Big Brain Theory: Pure GeniusĀ ...
Related Speakers View all
![]() |
Earvin "Magic" Johnson
President of Basketball Operations for the L.A. Lake...
|
![]() |
Dominique Dawes
Olympic Gold Medal-Winning Gymnast
|
![]() |
Jim Morris
Known for His Brief MLB Career; Subject of Disney's ...
|
![]() |
Caitlyn Jenner
TV Personality, Olympic Gold Medalist & Iconic Trans...
|
![]() |
George Foreman
World Boxing Champion & Entrepreneur
|
![]() |
Martha Williamson
Martha Williamson is a 20-year veteran of the entert...
|
![]() |
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Track Superstar
|
![]() |
Vivian Stringer
Women's Basketball Coach
|
![]() |
Pat Williams
Motivational Speaker and Sports Executive; Senior Vi...
|
![]() |
Greg Louganis
Olympic Diver & Author
|
![]() |
Marv Levy
Former Football Coach, Front Office Executive, and A...
|
![]() |
Roger Crawford
Athlete & Motivator
|
![]() |
Herman Boone
Inspirational Football Coach
|
![]() |
Jeanette Jenkins
Jeanette Jenkins, founder and President of The Holly...
|
![]() |
Josh Hamilton
Professional Baseball Outfielder; 5-Time MLB All-Sta...
|
![]() |
Venus Williams
Tennis Superstar & Activist
|
![]() |
Montel Williams
Emmy Award-Winning Talk Show Host; Best Known For "T...
|
![]() |
Dominique Wilkins
NBA Hall of Famer & Businessman
|
![]() |
Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Nobel Laureate & Human Rights Activist
|
![]() |
Tonya Pinkins
Actress
|