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Wayne Simmonds

NHL All-Star MVP, Leadership Award Winner & Team Canada Gold Medalist

NHL All-Star MVP, leadership award winner, and Team Canada gold medalist Wayne Simmonds shares lessons on leadership, perseverance, teamwork, and achieving success at the highest levels of professional sports.

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Meet Wayne Simmonds

Wayne Simmonds is one of hockey’s most respected leaders, known for his toughness, consistency, and impact both on and off the ice. Over a distinguished NHL career spanning more than 900 games, he earned more than 500 points while competing for the Los Angeles Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, Nashville Predators, New Jersey Devils, Buffalo Sabres, and Toronto Maple Leafs.

A recipient of the prestigious Mark Messier Leadership Award and an NHL All-Star MVP, Simmonds brings audiences powerful insights into leadership, resilience, accountability, and team culture. His experiences competing at the highest levels of professional and international hockey provide valuable lessons for organizations seeking to build stronger teams and leaders.

Wayne Simmonds is available to be booked for corporate and private events. Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group today to inquire about Wayne Simmonds’ fees.

Want to book Wayne Simmonds for an event?

Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group at (215) 995-0905 to book Wayne Simmonds 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

Leadership Through Action

Wayne Simmonds built a remarkable NHL career through determination, consistency, and a relentless commitment to his teammates. Across more than 900 NHL games, he established himself as one of the league’s most respected veterans while surpassing 500 career points.

His leadership qualities were recognized throughout his career, culminating in the 2019 Mark Messier Leadership Award, one of hockey’s highest honors for leadership on and off the ice. Known for setting the tone through effort and accountability, Simmonds earned the respect of teammates, coaches, and fans across the league.

Success on the International and Professional Stage

Simmonds’ accomplishments extend beyond the NHL. He represented Team Canada on multiple occasions, helping his country earn a gold medal at the 2008 World Junior Championship and a silver medal at the 2017 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Among the highlights of his professional career was his standout performance at the 2016 NHL All-Star Game, where he was named both an NHL All-Star and the game’s Most Valuable Player.

Today, Simmonds shares lessons learned from a career spent competing at the highest levels of hockey. His experiences navigating adversity, leading diverse teams, and performing under pressure offer audiences practical insights into resilience, teamwork, and sustained excellence.

How to Hire Wayne Simmonds

To hire Wayne Simmonds for an event, contact the Mollie Plotkin Group with the proposed event date, location, audience size, event format, and program goals. Wayne Simmonds is available for corporate events, conferences, leadership meetings, private events, workshops, fireside chats, and virtual programs.

After receiving your request, a Mollie Plotkin Group booking agent will review Wayne Simmonds’s availability, discuss the event details, and get back to you within 48 hours with next steps for securing Wayne Simmonds for your program.

Wayne Simmonds Booking Fee

The cost to book Wayne Simmonds depends on the event date, location, format, audience size, and scope of the appearance. Speaking fees may vary for keynote speeches, workshops, fireside chats, private events, corporate meetings, and virtual programs.

For the most accurate Wayne Simmonds booking fee, contact the Mollie Plotkin Group with your event details. Our team will help confirm availability, pricing, and the best format for your event.

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Hire Wayne Simmonds for a Fireside Chat

Wayne Simmonds built a distinguished NHL career through leadership, consistency, and a relentless commitment to his team. A recipient of the Mark Messier Leadership Award, NHL All-Star MVP, and veteran of more than 900 NHL games, Simmonds earned respect throughout the league for his ability to lead by example while competing at the highest level. His journey from World Junior Gold Medalist to one of the NHL’s most respected veterans offers valuable lessons on perseverance, teamwork, and leadership under pressure.

We recommend a moderated fireside chat between Wayne Simmonds and an emcee of your choice. This format allows for both audience Q&A and a structured discussion focused on leadership, team culture, resilience, career longevity, and performing in high-pressure environments. Drawing from experiences across six NHL organizations, international competition, and years of leadership on and off the ice, Simmonds provides audiences with authentic insights into building trust, earning respect, and contributing to team success.

If you would like to discuss tailoring Wayne Simmonds’ fireside chat to your audience, schedule a Zoom meeting between Wayne Simmonds and the MPG team. We will work closely with you to curate the perfect conversation for your event.