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156 Motivational Speakers serving Minneapolis, MN

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The Burnout Breakthrough

5.0 (4)
2 Verified bookings

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • $650 – $5,500 per event

Krista A. said “Our leadership team at New Primal just wrapped up the Your Elite Energy workshop with the incredible Bree Bacon—and wow, what a game changer. In a fast-paced CPG environment, it's easy to work... ”
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  • St Paul, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 9 miles from Minneapolis
  • Contact for pricing

Kimberly L. said “The timing of Chad's message about overcoming obstacles, perseverance, and dealing with life's challenges was perfect as we bring students back to begin a new school year. ”
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  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

Joey C. said “Everything went exactly as planned. I had lots of feedback from attendees who thoroughly enjoyed Marks performance. Communication was excellent! Show was perfect for all ages. ”

Jean Abbott

4.50 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

Summer B. said “Jean's story, as amazing as it is, made each person in the room feel like they had known her forever. Her calm presence and the way she added humor to a sensitive subject was great! Her message on... ”

Gigi

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

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Sunday Burquest

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Starts at $500

Bob B. said “Sunday presented to a group of 70 individuals employed in the disability field industry and her presentation was amazing. She shared her personal story and tied it back to the audience and the... ”

Marcene Sonnek

5.0 (3)
1 Verified booking

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • $500 – $1,500 per event

V W. said “We greatly appreciate that Speaker, Marcene Sonnek, shared her time and talent to provide the speech “Make Lemonade”--Learn how to make lemonade from life's lemons. Her speaking style kept both... ”

Neurodiversity in the Workplace

1 Verified booking

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • $1,500 – $15,000 per event

Sierra Grandy is a speaker, attorney, and advocate passionate about neurodiversity, disability, and mental health topics. She teaches from a lived-experience...

Paul Boehnke

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • St Paul, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 9 miles from Minneapolis
  • $500 – $5,000 per event

Lisa M. said “Paul Boehnke is the kind of speaker who makes you forget you’re learning because you’re too busy nodding, laughing, and having “aha!” moments. In this incredible webinar, Paul tackled the... ”

  • Stacy, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 32 miles from Minneapolis
  • Starts at $1,800

Erin B. said “Lena presented "Mission Accomplished" during our team retreat. She was engaging, funny, relatable, and spoke with purpose. We enjoyed having Lena join our group and plan to stay connected to... ”

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

My name is Deryl Glaze with Speaking Life to You. I am a motivation speaker and recovery coach that helps recovering addicts overcome substance abuse. I work...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Starts at $1,500

Are you ready to have "REAL" Confidence? Treva Graves is a confidence crusader, personal brand expert and keynote speaker ready to inspire you with the...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

Empowerment, Motivational and Leadership speaking regarding personal development and spiritual concepts, outlets and mediums.

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • $2,000 – $5,000 per event

I was on one of the first reality shows of our time! Joe Millionaire, viewed by over 70 million people. Joe Millionaire is known for its trickery, making its...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

As an youth advocate, I help organizations think more holistically about how to engage youth from urban communities. With over 12 years of experience in working...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Contact for pricing

I just wanted to share what CP is to me and then bring a little light to what life is like for me with CP. When I was growing up, I couldn't walk. My parents...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • $750 – $3,000 per event

I am unique in my experiences and how I deliver my speech to the crowd. I also include physical activity (not much) as well as crowd participation with...

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Starts at $1,800

I have been a Nicholson impersonator for ten years and also have been a motivational speaker for the same period. My theme is how to change a negative...

Ilona Parunakova

5.0 (18)

  • St Paul, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 9 miles from Minneapolis
  • Starts at $2,000

Michael D. B. said “We brought Ilona in to speak in London last month and everyone loved her and wants her to come back. She is dynamic, powerful, compassionate and really pours her heart and soul into each audience. ... ”

  • St Paul, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 9 miles from Minneapolis
  • Contact for pricing

Dr. Maima Fant, MSW, LICSW is a mental health therapist and assistant professor who is passionate about culturally responsive education and mental health...

  • St Paul, MN
  • Motivational Speaker
  • 9 miles from Minneapolis
  • Contact for pricing

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Quick facts for Motivational Speakers in Minneapolis, MN

1,921 quotes sent

In the past year, Motivational Speakers have sent 1,921 quotes to event planners.

96th most popular

Motivational Speakers rank #96 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 4,383 Motivational Speaker reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

1.4 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.4 days (on average) to hire a Motivational Speaker.

Minneapolis ranks #1

Minneapolis is the most popular city for Motivational Speakers requests in Minnesota.

Popular events

Motivational Speakers are typically hired for Corporate Events and Nonprofit Events in Minneapolis, MN.

Minnesota ranks #26

Minnesota is the 26th most popular state for Motivational Speakers requests in the United States.

Past events for Motivational Speakers in Minneapolis, MN

Bree’s Keynote Ignites Energy, Inspiration, and Practical Ch

Motivational Speaker

5.0

August 14, 2026

1 hour

We were fortunate to have Bree as the keynote at Travel Leaders - Market Square Travel’s “Maximize Your Edge” Extravaganza, and her presentation exceeded every expectation. Bree’s energy is contagious — she opened the room with a warmth and presence that immediately drew everyone in. Her Elite Energy™ System was more than a framework; it was a practical roadmap filled with actionable strategies attendees could start using the very same day. What stood out most was Bree’s ability to blend inspiration with real-world tools. She didn’t just talk about avoiding burnout — she gave us clear, memorable techniques to build capacity, manage energy, and stay consistently effective under pressure. Her stories were relatable, her delivery confident and engaging, and her practical examples made complex ideas feel simple and doable. Audience engagement was high throughout: Bree invited participation, answered questions thoughtfully, and created a sense of community in the room. Many attendees commented afterward that they felt re-energized, armed with new habits to implement at work and at home. If you’re looking for a speaker who motivates, equips, and leaves a lasting impact, Bree is an outstanding choice. Her message is timely, relevant, and delivered with authenticity — we left inspired and ready to maximize our edge.
Event total

$1,360

About booking Motivational Speakers in Minneapolis, MN

An inspirational speaker utilizes knowledge and charisma to inspire, motivate, lift up, entertain, and educate your audience, usually drawing from life experiences and reliability. Whether you’re looking for a corporate speaker for your company meeting or a keynote speaker to headline your conference, find the perfect speaker on GigSalad!

The cost of hiring a speaker in Minneapolis, Minnesota will vary depending on the type of event, the speaker’s area of expertise, and their experience level. Award-winning performers that are experts in their field may come at a higher price than those just starting out. Contact local speakers to get a quote customized for your event.

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Motivational Speakers serving the Minneapolis, MN area

These Motivational Speakers serve the wider Minneapolis and Hennepin county area and travel to St. Anthony, Golden Valley, Columbia Heights, Robbinsdale, St Louis Park, Roseville, Crystal, Richfield, New Brighton, New Hope, Arden Hills, Edina, Fridley, Brooklyn Center, Hopkins, Mendota, St Paul, Mendota Heights, West Saint Paul, Shoreview, Spring Lake Park, Brooklyn Park, Mounds View, Little Canada, Plymouth, Bloomington, Minnetonka, Vadnais Heights, Maple Grove, and North Oaks.