Accolades & Praise
USOC Paralympic Leadership Conference presented by Deloitte
-"Bill Courtney was FANTASTIC!”
-"Bill Courtney was one of the best speakers I have ever seen…"
-"This was a GREAT message!"
-"Undefeated was amazing, and I'm still hearing Bill's message about getting out of your comfort zone even weeks after his speech. He was awesome…"
Barrett School of Banking
This is an enthusiastic recommendation for Bill Courtney. Our audience is comprised of bankers and business leaders, and in years past we've hosted nationally renowned figures including: Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Fred Smith (Founder/Chairman/CEO of FedEx), Coach Tony Dungy, Dr. Stephen Covey, Dick Vitale and many more. I am pleased to share that Bill Courtney rated on par (if not better) than all of them.
The words "real", "authentic", "sincere", and "compassionate" were the most prevalent descriptions of Bill's performance. The overall themes of their lectures were somewhat similar (teamwork/success/leadership), but what made Bill's story more believable and/or relatable was the dramatic difference in the group he represented. He wasn't coaching All-Americans, Hall of Famers, or millionaires; he was giving his whole heart, body, and soul to a group of inner city kids who needed hope more than anything.
The passion of his off the cuff responses during the Q&A was inspiring. As I asked the crowd to show their appreciation, you would have thought the theater seats were on fire! It was definitely the most heartfelt standing ovation I can remember. The audience felt he had given them his all.
After the lecture, Bill joined us for a reception in which we had a receiving line (for pictures, autographs, etc.). He was even more engaging then. To think someone that is not as well known (at least not yet) as Hall of Fame coaches/broadcasters could garner such respect and admiration as to have people stand in an hour-long line for pictures on a hot afternoon, is truly incredible. I have to say that the reception lines for our previous speakers were no greater than Bill's.
Having Bill Courtney as our keynote speaker was a success in every way!
FedEx Leadership Live Conference
Bill Courtney presented today and it was absolutely, positively outstanding! We had a capacity crowd of over 450 and his message, as well as his presentation, was simply riveting. So very outstanding!
-"I've been employed by FedEx for over 25 years and this is the best speaker presentation I've ever heard"
-"Outstanding!!"
-"He taught me to look at leadership in an entirely different light. Thank you for arranging for Bill to come."
- "His quote on 'the things you do for yourself go to the grave with you, but the things you do for others live forever' will stay with me for a long time.
-"Thank you for bringing this dynamic speaker."
-"Excellent, Excellent, Excellent!"
-"This was by far the best leadership presentation ever. Bill Courtney understands true servant leadership."-"Awesome!"
-"He rocked all around. One of the best speakers ever. I was incredibly impressed."
-"Such an inspirational speaker! Motivational, straightforward and entertaining."
-"A speaker who practices what he speaks. How refreshing. GREAT JOB!"
-"Bill was terrific. His life lessons were relevant to our everyday life and work."
-"Far exceeded expectations."
-"One of the best speakers on leadership I've heard. Thought provoking and genuine."
-"Would be hard to top Bill Courtney!"
-"Was very beneficial in recognizing the difference one person can make in improving the lives of others by getting out of their comfort zones."
-"One of the most genuine speakers I've heard in a long time! Hats off to whoever decided to engage him"
-THE VERY BEST!! WOW!!"
-"Easy to listen to and challenged everyone to think about how they're currently handling not just their job, but their family and community activities.
-"Taught me to look at leadership in a different light. I could sit through his presentation several more times. Thanks for bringing him to this event."
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