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Charlie Davies        

Broadcaster, Soccer Analyst, Former Olympian & Member of the US National Men's Soccer Team; Director of the 'Quin Impact Fund

Olympian, professional soccer player, and philanthropist Charlie Davies has had an international career spanning twelve years, playing in Sweden, France, Denmark, and Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. He represented the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team at the 2008 Olympics, as well as in other major tournaments such as the Gold Cup and the Confederations Cup. Davies currently serves as a broadcast analyst for Major League Soccer and CBS Sports, and as a broadcast analyst for the New England Revolution. He also co-hosts "Call It What You Want," a U.S. soccer podcast for CBS. As the Director of The 'Quin Impact Fund at The 'Quin House, Davies directs the club’s fundraising initiatives, programming, and fosters relationships with nonprofits and corporations.

Davies is deeply involved in community service and serves on the Philanthropic Board of Advisors at Boston Children’s Hospital, and on the boards of Beacon Academy and Boston’s Institute of Contemporary Art. A U.S. Soccer Foundation Ambassador and a former New England Revolution Club Ambassador, he focuses on sponsorships, fundraising, and community relations. A survivor of liposarcoma, a rare type of cancer, Davies is a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign. His volunteer work includes contributions to The Steve Nash Foundation, the Boys & Girls Club of Boston, and Horizons for the Homeless, among others.

As a speaker, Davies shares his personal journey of overcoming significant challenges, including a serious car accident and a battle with cancer, to achieve his dreams of becoming an Olympian and a professional athlete. He discusses the power of a positive mindset, resilience, and the impact of philanthropy. Davies has spoken at various events including TEDxBoston, Boston Scores, and the US Soccer Symposium, using his platform to inspire and make a difference in the community.

Speech Topics

The Power of an Athlete’s Positive Mindset

Olympian, professional soccer player, and broadcaster Charlie Davies has overcome obstacles and tragedies to pursue his passion on the world’s stage. Through the power of a positive mindset, Davies has been able to remain focused on his goals, and he shares his strategies and insights in this impactful talk.

Overcoming Adversity Through Resilience

Olympic soccer player and renowned philanthropist Charlie Davies shares his experiences with adversity in this inspiring talk. Growing up, his father suffered from addiction and his mother suffered from mental health issues, leading Davies to develop resilience as well as compassion for the struggles families face and the support that is needed. In his own life, facing his battle with cancer and injury, Davies relied on his resilience and positive mindset to remain focused on his goals, while using his platform to give back to others. He shares his journey and insights in this empowering talk for audiences of all kinds.

Philanthropy & Fundraising Events: Making a Difference by Giving Back

Olympian, sports broadcaster, and devoted philanthropist Charlie Davies shares the importance of giving back to one’s community in this motivating talk. Through his advocacy and philanthropic work, Davies leverages his platform to make a difference, and inspires audiences to get involved with the causes they care about in this talk that is perfect for fundraising and philanthropic events.

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