U.S. Olympian Johnny Quinn with an American flag draped around his shoulders.

Johnny Quinn

U.S. Olympian, Author, and former professional football player Johnny Quinn is best known for his pivot from the NFL to the U.S. Olympic bobsled team and is now a prolific keynote speaker on resilience, tenacity and disruption.

Meet Johnny Quinn

Johnny Quinn is a U.S. Olympian, author, and former professional football player who is best known for his unlikely career shift from NFL player to U.S. Olympian. After being cut from two NFL teams, Quinn would go on try out for the U.S. National Bobsled Team in 2010. He would be selected to represent the U.S. as a member of the U.S. Olympic Bobsled Team at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Quinn is one of three people in the world to have both played in the NFL and competed in the Winter Olympics.

He is also well-known for his keynote and motivational speaking. Johnny Quinn is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about Johnny Quinn’s fees.

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Biography

NFL to the Olympics

Johnny Quinn is an Olympian athlete keynote speaker who delivers presentations on inspiration, motivation, and team-building. The broad scope of his ability allows him to deliver tailor-made speeches to practically any audience. His topics are effective in a variety of settings, whether it be a keynote or banquet event.

During his time at the University of North Texas, Quinn developed into a star wideout with the school’s football program, and also became a track-and-field standout for the school as well. Quinn would sign with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent in 2007. After spending two seasons with as many teams, he would sign with the Canadian Football League’s Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2009. Upon being released by the team in 2010 due to injury, he would be signed by the U.S. National Bobsled Team upon the advice of his agent. He would eventually compete as a member of the Olympic Bobsled Team in Sochi in 2014. He is a published author, having written PUSH: Breaking Through The Barriers in 2018, and has also become a professional speaker. 

Hire Johnny Quinn

Johnny Quinn has had to learn the ups and downs of what it takes to be a success, having experienced the humility of failure as a professional football player to becoming an Olympian bobsledder in just a short amount of time. Along the way, Quinn never gave up and was constantly looking for new opportunities to prove himself, even after blowing out his knee. He has had no shortage of experiences and unique perspectives that different audiences in a diverse number of settings can relate to.

How to Hire Johnny Quinn

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Key Audience Takeaways

Breaking Through Barriers: Unleash Resilience, Determination and Growth for Unbounded Success

Breaking Through Barriers explores the challenges and obstacles that can hold us back in life and work, and shows how to overcome them. This talk will cover the importance of resilience, determination, and a growth mindset in facing and conquering challenges, and will provide practical tools and techniques for developing these qualities. Through inspiring stories and expert insights, attendees will learn how to break through their own barriers and achieve their full potential. Whether you are looking to overcome personal or professional challenges, this speech is a must-see for anyone looking to break through to the next level.

Key Takeaways:

  • To understand the importance of resilience, determination, and a growth mindset in facing and conquering challenges.
  • To learn practical tools and techniques for developing these qualities and applying them in real-world situations.
  • To gain inspiration and expert insights for overcoming personal and professional barriers and achieving one’s full potential.

 

Unlocking Business Gold: Applying Olympic Wisdom for Peak Performance and Achievement

Unlocking Business Gold draws on the lessons of Olympic athletes to inspire and guide business professionals in their own pursuits of excellence. This talk will explore the mindset, discipline, and training that help top athletes succeed at the highest level, and show how these same principles can be applied to the business world. Through inspiring stories and practical tips, attendees will learn tools and frameworks that drive success in the marketplace. Whether you are looking to up your game in the business world or simply seeking motivation and inspiration, this speech is a must-see for anyone looking to think and perform like an Olympian in the real world.

Key Takeaways:

  1. To understand the mindset, discipline, and training that help top athletes succeed at the highest level.
  2. To learn how to apply these principles to the business world in order to achieve success in the marketplace.
  3. To gain inspiration and practical tips with tools that harness the drive for excellence.

 

Cultivating a Champion Mindset: Elevate Your Leadership Journey

Cultivating a Champion Mindset focuses on the mindset and habits of highly successful leaders. This talk will explore the power of a positive and resilient mindset in driving personal and professional growth, as well as the importance of setting clear goals and creating a plan to achieve them. Through practical tools and techniques, attendees will learn how to cultivate a champion mindset and use it to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential. Whether you are looking to improve your own leadership skills or inspire your team to greatness, this speech is a must-see for anyone looking to lead with a winning attitude.

Key Takeaways:

  1. To understand the importance of a positive and resilient mindset in driving personal and professional growth.
  2. To learn strategies for setting and achieving clear goals, including the development of a plan of action.
  3. To gain practical tools and techniques for cultivating a champion mindset and using it to overcome challenges and achieve success.

 

Thriving in the Digital Age: Strategies for Navigating Constant Change and Innovation

Thriving in the Digital Age explores the skills and strategies necessary for effective leadership in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. This talk will cover the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and innovation in the face of constant change, as well as the role of technology in enabling and enhancing these qualities. Through real-world examples and practical insights, attendees will learn how to navigate the complex challenges of the digital age and emerge as leaders in their fields. Whether you are a seasoned executive or just starting out in your career, this speech is a must-see for anyone looking to stay ahead in the digital world.

Key Takeaways:

  1. To understand the key qualities of effective leadership in the digital age, including adaptability, collaboration, and innovation.
  2. To learn strategies for effectively navigating the complex challenges of the digital landscape.
  3. To gain practical insights and real-world examples of how to lead effectively in the digital age.

 

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Books

PUSH - Breaking through the Barriers Book Cover
PUSH: Breaking through the Barriers

JOHNNY QUINN shares his “wild dream” of playing in the NFL, being crushed after getting cut three times, losing 2.6 million dollars in contracts and blowing out his knee. At age 30, when most professional athletes are considered “over the hill,” Johnny was competing for Team USA in the sport of bobsled at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.

This book ushers readers through the valleys of life to the thrills of rocketing down icy mountains at 80+ mph with no seat belt. Discover how the author overcame failure on the road to achieving greatness.

From an NFL failure to a U.S. Olympian, Johnny’s “what’s next” attitude led him to success he never imagined. In PUSH, Johnny looks at failure as a season of life rather than a death sentence. He provides incredible insight into the “what’s next” instead of “what could’ve been.” We all experience failure at some level; Johnny equips us to embrace change, accept risks and learn to PUSH Through the Barriers, to live life on purpose.

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