International Motivational Speakers Bureau: Motivational, Keynote, Inspirational,  Sports, Sales, Leadership, Christian, Business and more!

I think we would all agree that we are clearly experiencing some “interesting times” in our economy and in our nation. We have seen a big shift in the marketplace over the past three months. Our clients are now focusing primarily on the things that create direct success for their businesses. The focus has been on customer events, sales training and more than our share of economists who can tell us how we got here, and what’s coming next. FIVE STAR is excited to continue to bring these resources to our clients in this, our 20th year. We know that the organizations that focus on business growth issues will look back at the end of 2009 knowing they made the right choices. We have the new and cutting-edge ideas ready to share with you.

Adrian Travels From: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA  
Chester Travels From: Newark, New Jersey, USA

FIVE STAR 2008 Top Recommendation for Business, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Female, Inspirational, Keynote, and Motivational Speakers and More! We see a lot of speakers live every year, and talk to even more. Although we have a LONG list of all our favorites, here are just a few that stood out for us in 2008 that we believe are worth mentioning to our clients...more on Motivational, Business, Leadership and Female Speaker 2008 Recommendations

How to Leverage Social Media for Growth. Business, social media, keynote speaker, Lon Safko is an American innovator, inventor, entrepreneur, computer systems guru and motivator. Lon Safko may well be the most interesting person you will ever meet. His mind is going 1,000 mph 24/7. Lon has launched a eight companies, based on his own innovations including Safko International, Inc., which marketed and developed computer based software and hardware solutions for the physically and mentally challenged, and Paper Models, Inc., which designs and markets three dimensional paper models used as marketing premiums and educational tools for which he has recently received a patent for. These are two of his unorthodox achievements. It‘s no surprise he has repeatedly been named Entrepreneur of the Year and Innovator of the Year by a variety of organizations. ...more on Business Speaker and Social Media Guru, Lon Safko

Jana’s music is known as "The Queen of Heavy Mental," Jana describes her music as "psychotherapy you can dance to." With soaring vocals, acoustic arrangements, and meaningful lyrics, Jana Stanfield says that her goal is to use her music to give people a "faith-lift." Her fans say the music is the ideal alternative to Prozac… all the mood elevation with none of the water retention...more on Corporate Entertainer and Musician Jana Stanfield

Chief Executive of SBR Worldwide, and SVP/Chief Marketing Officer at ActiFi is an internationally recognized expert on sales, marketing, and leadership. His award-winning experience includes building innovative technology, sales, and marketing programs for start-up companies and some of the world's most famous brands. He has been featured in thousands of television and radio programs, national and online publications, and he presents keynote and full-day training programs to audiences around the globe. His most recent book, Take the Cold Out of Cold Calling has received rave reviews and comes highly recommended by sales experts and executives across North America...more on Sales, Marketing and Leadership Speaker, Sam Richter

Mike is a four-time Paralympic medal winner and two-time World Champion, has proven that just because you can’t stand up, doesn’t mean you can’t stand out. He is the only wheelchair basketball player in the USA to compete in the Olympic games in Seoul, Barcelona, Atlanta, and Sydney. Mike Schlappi’s keynotes have instant credibility and lasting impact. Although Mike Schlappi was paralyzed in a tragic shooting accident, he hasn't let it paralyze his dreams...more on Motivational and Inspirational Speaker, Olympic Gold Medalist, Mike Schlappi

FIVE STAR Speakers is your ticket to a meeting audiences will LOVE and a message they will LIVE! We match your needs with world-class resources to ensure your group will BELIEVE in your message, INSPIRE your leaders, CONNECT with customers, GROW your business ... and CELEBRATE! Whatever the topic, the industry, the audience, the budget, or the timeline ... we know the proven motivational speakers and more who will make you look great! We Speak to Your Success! What can we do for you?

An entertainment industry veteran, Libby Gill spent fifteen years heading public relations and corporation communications as senior vice President at Universal Studios; vice president at Sony Pictures Entertainment and Turner Broadcasting and was also the PR/branding brain behind the launch of the Dr. Phil Show. Libby is now an internationally respected executive coach, employee engagement expert and bestselling author...more on Motivational and Business Speaker, Libby Gill

Debra Fine teaches professionals how to develop rapport and network with people through strong conversational skills. Success, whether business or social, depends on relationships. Combining a background in sales, marketing, and customer service training with her “gift of gab,” Debra Fine will help you quickly develop the ability to easily converse with anyone you meet. Her programs are fast-paced, interactive, entertaining and can be tailored to your industry and audience...more on Motivational and Business Speaker, Debra Fine

When his legs got caught in the propeller of a boat at age 14, his life was almost ended. He died twice, but was revived both times. He battled to keep his legs with numerous surgeries, but eventually had one leg amputated. Todd Huston - a Motivational and Inspirational Speaker and The World's Only Disabled Athlete to Hold a World-Record in an Able-Bodied Sport: Mountain ClimbingThen, Todd did the unimaginable. To prove that one can overcome any challenge, he was determined to set a world record with ONLY one leg in one of the most extreme and dangerous sports that exists: mountain climbing. ...more on Motivational and Inspirational Speaker, Todd Huston.

Bill Benjamin will bring the power and passion of emotions to your team. He delivers a high-content message that will challenge your audience to think differently – critical to managing through these uncertain times. He’ll discuss how to retain your best and the brightest people and how to empower leaders. At the heart of what separates companies and individuals who can get to the next level from those who cannot is the ability to intelligently manage emotions. These abilities – known as EQ - count for twice as much as IQ and technical skills combined in determining who will be a star...more on Business, Leadership Speaker, Bill Benjamin

From Olympic stages to presidential galas and Las Vegas events, Michael Israel is transforming the art world with his revolutionary combination of painting and performance. Indeed, how many artists can boast of having shared stages with such luminaries as Jay Leno, Brooks & Dunn, Tony Danza and others...more on Corporate Entertainer and Artist, Michael Israel
Fee Range: $30,000 +
Travels From: Boca Raton, Florida, USA, United States of America

Bill Hartnett - Founder of Hartnett & Associates

FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers is pleased to announces our strategic alliance with Hartnett & Associates, and their Founder, Bill Hartnett. FIVE STAR clients now benefit through both global access to top speaker and entertainment options as well as leveraged buying power with a nationwide network of event production teams. Using Hartnett & Associates 20-years of industry expertise and connections, clients can select a production company that is the best fit for your venue, audience and budget. In addition, Bill can assist with your audio and visual need, work with riders, etc. to reduce costs and achieve state-of-the-art results!...more on FIVE STAR Partner, Hartnett & Associates

FIVE STAR and Harnett & Associates will be partnering at four upcoming FIVE STAR 2009 Showcases (dates and venues to be announced soon!)