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Kriss Akabusi: MBE MA

 

Kriss' athletic career began in the Army Physical Training Corp. He went on to win an array of medals in hurdling and relay including Olympic, Commonwealth and European Championships. He currently works in media and PR is the CEO of the Akabusi Company, Founding Director of REACH and is an inspirational speaker.
 

 
Ron Atkinson

 

Affectionately known as Big Ron, Ron’s career as a footballer and manager are well documented culminating as one time manager of Manchester Utd. Ron has also worked extensively in the media as a broadcaster and pundit and is frequently sought after as an after dinner speaker. He currently primarily pursues a career in business.
 

 
Martin Bayfield

 

Martin Bayfield was capped for England 31 times before being forced by injury to retire in 1995. He is currently involved in coaching a RUFC youth development side and is now in great demand on the speaking circuit. He recently moved into the world of film as the body double for the character Hagrid in the Harry Potter movies.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Bob 'The Cat' Bevan: MBE

 

Bob is a top corporate comedian who tailors and has worked with his entertainment to his audience. He is undoubtedly one of the most highly sought after speakers in the UK and has worked with such legends as Elton John, Billy Connelly, Bruce Forsyth and The Bee Gees.
 

 
Harold 'Dickie' Bird: MBE

 

Heralded as one of the worlds greatest ever cricket umpires, Dickie Bird's playing career came to an abrupt end through injury. After a spell training young players, Dickie became a professional umpire and currently tours the corporate circuit delighting audiences with anecdotes from the world of cricket. He is also the author of a number of best selling books and the Founder of the Dickie Bird Foundation.

 
Roger Black: MBE

 

Known worldwide for his achievements in athletics winning numerous medals at the Olympics, Commonwealth and European games, Roger was made British men's team captain in 1992. Since retiring from the track he has become a popular presenter for the BBC and has made guest appearances on such shows as Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Stars in their Eyes. His motivational presentations are heralded as highly entertaining.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Brian Blessed

 

Renowned British actor whose West End credits include Cats and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. He is also an acclaimed Shakespearean actor and was the voice of Bosa Nass in Star Wars' Phantom Menace.   Aside from acting Brian has found time to climb Mount Everest, Mount Kilamanjaro and reach The North Pole on foot.
 

 
Mark Blundell

 

Formally one of Britain's most talented Formula 1 drivers, Mark is currently a member of the ITV F1 Commentary Team and a much sort after speaker at corporate events where he relates his personal experiences to the business world.

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Sir Chris Bonington: CBE

 

Mountaineer, Sir Chris Bonington is much acclaimed for his ascents on Everest. He has led numerous expeditions worldwide and conquered many previously unclimbed peaks. His most recent exploration was to Shiv Shankar.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Kyran Bracken: MBE

 

A renowned scrum half, Kyran has played for the British and Irish Lions and South Africa at International level. He was a member of the 2003 England World Cup winning team. He now carries out more commercial engagements and recently won television’s Dancing on Ice and Dancing on Ice Champion of Champions. He is a superb motivational and after dinner speaker.

 
Frank Bruno: MBE

 

Former World Heavyweight Champion, Frank Bruno is one of Britain 's best-loved boxers. Following retirement from the ring, he has enjoyed much popularity as a pantomime performer and as a presenter including the popular series It's A Knockout. He recently appeared in the TV programme Out Of Africa: Heroes and Icons.

 
Jack Charlton: OBE

 

Affectionately known as ‘Big Jack' throughout the game, Jack is a legend in his own lifetime. A member of the England 1966 World Cup winning team, he achieved great success as a player with Leeds Utd and as a manager of the Republic of Ireland . Jack is one of the finest raconteurs in the country who's powerful, motivational and after dinner speeches are in much demand.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Gareth Chilcott

 

Gareth made over 400 appearances for Bath RFC, was an England International between 1984 and 1990 and a British Lion in 1989. Gareth, known as Coach is a natural entertainer and is often found delivering after dinner speeches at sporting and company events all around the UK. He has also made regular guest appearances on various television quiz shows, in addition to working as a sport's presenter and rugby pundit.
 

 
Lord Sebastian Coe

 

Former athlete and politician, Lord Coe led London's bid for the 2012 Summer Olympics (and subsequently became Chairman of the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games.) He was recently elected vice president of the International Association of Athletics Federations. He is much sought after as a speaker.

 
John Conteh

 

John Conteh became the WBC World Light Heavyweight Champion in 1973 and successfully defended his title on 3 occasions. John is a keen golfer and regularly competes in charity competitions. In addition he is an accomplished speaker particularly sort after at sporting events.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Lawrence Dallaglio: OBE

 

Born in London, Lawrence is a retired English ruby union player and Captain of the national team who was a key member of the 2003 World Cup winning squad. During his playing career he also played for London wasps. Lawrence is now much sought after as a motivational and inspirational speaker at corporate events. His topics include leadership, teamwork, peak performance and sport.

 
Catherine Destivelle

 

Recognised as one of the most adventurous and exciting female climbers in the world today, Catherine Destivelle has performed many daring solo climbs on some of the globes most challenging mountains.
 

 
Frank Dick: OBE

 

Frank Dick uses his expertise derived from years of experience in athletics coaching to motivate in many areas particularly business. He is considered one of the UK 's most outstanding speakers.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Tommy Docherty

 

Tommy Docherty is a former Manchester United manager now a successful after dinner speaker. Famed for his fast talking, wise cracking style, he is a popular choice at multinational, corporate, conference dinners and for PAs alike.
 

 
Richard Dunwoody: MBE

 

Former Champion National Hunt Jockey and most successful in history to date, including twice winner of The Grand National. He now coaches up and coming young jockeys and is Consultant to trainer Richard Phillips.
 

 
Tracy Edwards: MBE

 

A British sailor, Tracy skippered the first all female crew in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race and became the first woman to receive the Yachtsman of the Year Trophy. Tracy continues to act as an ambassador for yachting and now concentrates on running motivational courses and project management. She is a popular motivational speaker.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Chris Eubank

 

Chris began boxing whilst still at school and went on to become World Middleweight Champion in 1990. Out of the ring Chris has firmly established himself on the celebrity circuit and is an accomplished after dinner speaker.
 

 
Sean Fitzpatrick

 

Sean is heralded as one of the most durable rugby players of all time. With a reputation as an abrasive hooker, he captained the All Blacks for almost six years. Off the field his ability to motivate and inspire makes him an ideal choice as a sporting and motivational speaker, enhancing development, team building, focus and innovation.

 

 
Duncan Goodhew: MBE

 

Duncan Goodhew is one of Britains most respected atheletes. Olympic swimmer and medalist of the 70's and 80's, he also represented GB in the 2 and 4 man bobsleigh at the European Championships. Now an acclaimed businessman, Duncan is a superb motivational and after dinner speaker.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Jimmy Greaves

 

One of the greatest goal scorers of all time, Jimmy played at club level for Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham Utd, and AC Milan. He was an England International and member of the 1966 World Cup winning squad. Following his playing career, Jimmy has found success in the media and is an excellent after dinner speaker.
 

 
Edward 'Bear' Grylls

 

At 23 Edward 'Bear' Grylls entered the Guinness Book of Records as the youngest Briton to climb Mount Everest. A survival expert and keen environmentalist, his natural talent for communicating and entertaining at all levels makes him a poplar personality in his own right.
 

 
Alan Hansen

 

Former Scottish International footballer Alan Hansen played for Partick Thistle and Liverpool in addition to his country before injury brought his playing career to an abrupt end. He is currently a successful and controversial television pundit and journalist working for the BBC. Alan is highly regarded for his critical approach.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Austin Healey

 

Austin is a former rugby union who represented Leicester Tigers, England and The British Lions at scrum half, fly half, fullback and wing. He announced his international retirement in 2005/06 although still plays at club level for Bishop Stortford. He recently took part in the popular BBC series Strictly Come Dancing and is an entertaining after dinner speaker.

 

 
Dame Kelly Holmes

 

Award winning Dame Kelly began running at the age of 12 and has won medals at every National & International level culminating in her double golds at the 2004 Olympic Games. Kelly's combination of career and life experiences together with her natural humour and charm make her ideal as a speaker at corporate events.

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Chris Hoy: MBE

 

Chris Hoy is the most successful Olympic male track cyclist of all time, having taken three Gold Medals in the Beijing Games alone. He is a multi World Champion and was recently voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2008.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Sir Geoff Hurst: MBE

 

Sir Geoff is undoubtedly best remembered for his outstanding playing career with West Ham Utd and for being the only player in the history of football to score a hat trick in a World Cup Final. Now, much in demand as a TV pundit and as a motivational speaker, he has become highly successful in the business world.

 

 
Frank McLintock: MBE

 

Frank played at club level with Leicester City and Arsenal and was a Scottish International. He is currently a soccer analyst with Sky TV.
 

 
Geoff Miller

 

Having amassed twenty years of experience on the professional cricketing circuit, Geoff has accumulated a vast number of humorous anecdotes with which to entertain his highly appreciative audiences and not just from the world of cricket. Geoff is not only in popular demand in the UK but also overseas. He is currently touring the UK in Sticky Wicket with the stars of Test Match Special Live.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Brian Moore

 

Brian is a former rugby player having played both at club level and for his country, winning 64 caps for England. He has appeared on a variety of television programmes including Grandstand, A Question of Sport, Rugby Special and They Think its all Over in addition to presenting on Radio 5 live and Radio Trent Sportsnight. He is a renowned motivational and after dinner speaker tailoring his speeches for any event. Brian is currently working as a presenter and pundit for the BBC.

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Victoria Pendleton

 

Heralded as the golden girl of British cycling, Victoria won Gold at the Olympic Games in Beijing and is currently the reigning World and Olympic Champion for the sprint. She made history in 2007 when she won an unprecedented 3 World Championship Gold Medals establishing herself as the World's Greatest female track cyclist. She specialises in Q & A

 
Jenny Pitman: OBE

 

Renowned National Hunt horse trainer. Victories include The Grand National and The Cheltenham Gold Cup. Jenny is now a best selling author.
 

 
Shaun Pollock

 

Formerly a South African cricketer and captain of the national team, Shaun was considered a bowling all-rounder. Since retiring from the game he has firmly established himself on the speaking circuit.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Peter Reed

 

Rowing Olympic Champion in the coxless fours, Pete achieved his ultimate goal of winning gold in the 2008 Beijing Games. A Lieutenant in the Royal Navy and a great ambassador for the service, Pete is also an accomplished speaker.

 
Dermot Reeve OBE

 

Dermot enjoyed much success as a player for Sussex, Warwickshire and England before firmly establishing himself as an invaluable part of the Channel 4 cricketing media team. His experience includes fronting and hosting studio discussions and award ceremonies and his forceful personality makes him an ideal choice as a speaker.

 
Peter Shilton: OBE MBE

 

Peter enjoyed a long and highly successful playing career in the role of goalkeeper for a number of clubs including the England National Team and was the victim of the controversial Hand of God goal by Maradonna in the 1990 World Cup quarter final. He went on to become manager of Plymouth Argyle.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Steve Smith

 

Steve Smith is a former Olympic High Jumper and British Record Holder. Since retiring from competition, he has become a successful restaurateur and business man combining his sporting and business talents to provide a motivational speaking package.

 
Sarah Storey: MBE

 

Sarah is one of Britain's most decorated female Paralympians having won a total of 18 medals over 2 sports including 7 Paralympian gold since making her debut as a swimmer. She switched sports to cycling in 2005. Sarah has travelled the world as an ambassador for disability sport and has vast experience of keynote speaking and presentations at corporate events. Her motivating style and enthusiastic approach, inspire at every level.

 
Ian St John

 

Nicknamed ‘The Saint' Ian St John found success at player and management levels with spells at Liverpool , Motherwell, Coventry City and Tranmere Rovers. He went on to become a television personality enjoying much recognition with The Saint and Greavsie Show.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Dennis Taylor

 

Denis began playing snooker as a child and turned professional in 1971/72. His finest hour was undoubtedly winning the Embassy World Championship in coming from behind and winning 18-17. He is a popular face on television having made numerous guest appearances on a variety of shows and regularly commentates on snooker programmes.
 

 
Phil Tufnell

 

Former Middlesex and England cricketer, Phil has recently found new celebrity status since winning I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. He has regularly appeared on TV in such programmes as GMTV, This Morning and Simply The Best. He is currently a team captain on the quiz show They Think It's All Over. In addition to promotional work he is an excellent after dinner speaker.
 

 
John Virgo

 

Recognised as one of snooker's greatest exponents, John has been one of the sport's leading lights for many years. He became UK Champion just 3 years after turning professional and is a former Chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association. He has also enjoyed success on TV both as a commentator and as co host of the game show Big Break. His exhibition work is legendary.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Bradley Wiggins: OBE

 

Bradley is a Belgian born British track and road cyclist, currently riding for Team Columbia. He won gold in three events at the UCI Track Cycling World Championships in 2008 to accompany double gold in the Beijing Olympic Games.
 

 
Steve Williams: MBE

 

During his rowing career, Steve has won a vast array of accolades including 4 World Championships and 2 Olympic Gold Medals at consecutive Games. Steve is an excellent corporate speaker having worked with several blue-chip companies as a team building/motivational speaker. He has also hosted several learn to row team building days.

 
Sir Clive Woodward

 

Sir Clive secured his place in history as the architect who masterminded the England World Cup victory in 2003. His outstanding quality of leadership, teamship and partnership makes him one of the most sought after public speakers not just in sport but industry-wide. Seminar themes include Building High Performance Teams, Winning Mindset and Success from Setbacks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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