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Johnny Quinn

Olympic Medalist, Bobsledding, Motivational Speaker
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Fee Range: $15,000 *

3rd person in history to play pro football and compete in the Winter Olympics, and is now a prolific keynote speaker on resilience, tenacity and disruption

*These fees are subject to change based on factors such as the type of event, travel requirements, and the nature of the appearance.

Meet Johnny Quinn

Johnny Quinn is one of three athletes to play professional football (Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers, Saskatchewan Roughriders) and compete in the Winter Olympics (Sochi 2014). Now, as a keynote speaker, he delivers dynamic presentations tailored to fit the unique needs of every audience. Whether it’s a high-energy keynote or an interactive workshop, Johnny speaks directly to leadership, resilience, peak performance and building unstoppable teams.

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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Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group at (215) 995-0905 to book Johnny Quinn for corporate or private events, keynote speeches, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances. Our agency will work directly with your organization and our keynote speakers to create an unforgettable event.

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Biography

Johnny Quinn is a dynamic keynote speaker, U.S. Olympian, and former pro football player who helps organizations Push What’s Possible by turning great teams into unstoppable ultra performers who stay ready for what’s next.

As the third person in history to play pro football and compete in the Winter Olympics, Johnny brings a rare perspective on what it takes to perform under pressure. His journey from the gridiron to the Olympic track gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to turn setbacks into comebacks and challenges into the best opportunities you never saw coming.

His P.U.S.H. framework has equipped thousands at organizations like Toyota, Southwest Airlines, and Verizon to collaborate more effectively, stay agile during disruption, and build momentum—no matter the season. By helping audiences push past what’s holding them back, he helps them discover untapped potential they didn’t know they had.

Recognized by major media outlets including ESPN, CNN, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal, and the author of PUSH: Breaking Through Barriers, Johnny delivers proven strategies teams can implement the very next day. He lives in Texas with his wife, Amanda, and two small children.

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Johnny Quinn Booking Fee

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Speaking Topics & Programs

PUSH WHAT’S POSSIBLE: The Olympic Formula for Breakthrough Performance in Any Season

Every high-achieving team faces unexpected moments that test everything they’ve got—their discipline, their focus, and their self-belief. When the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain, how do you not just survive the season, but stay ready for what’s next?
From NFL locker rooms to the Olympic starting line, Johnny Quinn learned that readiness isn’t luck. It’s built through the right mindset and daily disciplines that prepare you for opportunity before it even arrives at your door.
In this relatable and instantly applicable talk, he reveals the P.U.S.H. framework that turns great teams into unstoppable ultra performers.

Audiences Learn How To:

  • Collaborate under pressure by finding a way to get the job done with the people and resources available
  • Build the habits that keep them prepared for whatever comes their way
  • Turn “no” into “next” by choosing readiness over resistance

WHEN “NO” MEANS NEXT: The Olympic Mindset that Turns Setbacks into Comebacks

Getting cut three times from the NFL should have ended Johnny Quinn’s athletic dreams. Instead, it led him to the Olympics.
In this inspiring and practical keynote, Johnny reveals the mental framework that separates those who let rejection define them from those who use it as rocket fuel for what’s next.
Through his journey from NFL rejection to Olympic competition, Johnny shows how to develop the mindset that doesn’t just bounce back from setbacks—it uses them as stepping stones to breakthrough performance.

Audiences Learn How To:

  • Develop the mindset that keeps them moving when others quit
  • Build the discipline that drives winning results
  • Master the fundamentals that keep you ready when your next opportunity arrives

WINNING LEADERSHIP: How to Build Unstoppable Teams that Outperform the Competition

Every great leader faces the same question: how do you build teams that rise to the occasion when everything’s on the line and things don’t always go to plan?

Through setbacks in professional football and breakthroughs at the Winter Olympics, Johnny Quinn discovered that readiness starts within. The difference isn’t just talent—it’s the mindset and daily disciplines that prepare both you and your team for whatever comes next.
In this inspiring and tactical keynote, Johnny reveals the leadership principles that turn pressure into performance and potential into consistent results.

Audiences Learn How To:

  • Create cultures where people hold themselves accountable—even when no one’s watching
  • Lead through setbacks in ways that build momentum for what’s next
  • Build team momentum that turns challenges into competitive advantages

FUTURE-PROOF TEAMS STAY READY FOR WHAT’S NEXT: How to Build Agile Teams that Thrive When Everything’s Changing

At 26, Johnny Quinn’s NFL career came crashing to an end. Everything he’d worked on for years was gone. But instead of letting that setback define him, he stayed ready for what came next—and it led him to the Olympics.

In this practical and inspiring keynote, Johnny reveals how the same readiness principles that took him from getting cut three times in the NFL to competing on bobsled’s biggest stage can help your team turn unexpected changes into breakthrough opportunities.

When your industry shifts overnight, when new technology disrupts everything you know, when the rules of the game change completely—that’s when readiness matters most. Johnny shows how to build the kind of agile mindset that doesn’t just survive disruption, but uses it as a launchpad.

Audiences Learn How To:

  • Master the “what’s next?” mindset that turns uncertainty into opportunity
  • Build agile teams that stay ready for opportunities others miss
  • Stay focused on what matters most when everything else is shifting

Testimonials

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Johnny Quinn presented to our AT&T Diversity Group “Professionals 50 Forward.” Only one word can describe his presentation – AMAZING! During the COVID-19 pandemic, we had to pivot to a virtual format and he handled it seamlessly. He was flexible, professional, open to new ideas, and tailored his presentation to our needs. All of our 163 attendees really appreciated his message of “Strengthening Your Mindset.” I highly recommend Johnny Quinn as a Keynote Speaker and Motivator. – Barry Karesh, Senior Business Management, President P50 Forward, AT&T Services, Inc.

Johnny delivered an amazing presentation at our hybrid Annual Awards Gala. His speech completely captivated both in-person and virtual audiences! We had rave reviews from attendees and a constant stream of positive comments in the virtual chat. Johnny not only has a unique story to tell, but he delivers it in a way to keep you completely engaged. People were hanging onto each word. Johnny is a wonderful professional to work with and will deliver 100% on your expectations! – Juli Richards, Executive Director, Murphy Chamber of Commerce

Books

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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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