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Shawn Harper, Former NFL Player
Overview
Shawn Harper combines NFL-level discipline with CEO-level insight to help organizations elevate performance, strengthen culture, and develop resilient leaders. With over 25 years of professional speaking experience, he brings rare credibility and real results.
As a former offensive lineman for the Rams and Colts and now the founder of a successful security-services company, Shawn delivers high-energy, story-driven keynotes packed with practical frameworks teams can use immediately. Trusted by corporations like Dow and Sonic and leadership groups nationwide, he is an ideal fit for events that want inspiration and lasting impact. Let’s create a winning experience for your audience.
Reviews
3 reviews
Diana K.
March 1, 2023Excellent Motivator
Shawn Harper was an excellent motivator. He kept everyone's attention, read the room well, and I would highly recommend him to any group wanting an upbeat, on the ball speaker.
Hired as: Leadership/Success Speaker
Tim G.
January 27, 2023High Energy
Our company utilized Shawn to speak at our annual Manager's Meeting in December. This meeting consisted of several different levels of management personnel. Prior to the event Shawn took the time to understand the audience and the different needs of each level and tailored his presentation accordingly. The entire management team left the meeting inspired and motivated. I would strongly recommend Shawn to any organization. His life experience has left him uniquely positioned to relate to any level of your organization.
Hired as: Leadership/Success Speaker
April H.
January 16, 2019Awesome speaker
Mr. Harper spoke at two events for me in the Spring of 2018. He was entertaining, informative, inspirational, and he and his team were very easy to work with. He spoke the raw truth about what pushed him to succeed with enthusiasm that keep the audience engaged. He was able to tailor his speech to two distinctly different audiences very well. Both audiences really enjoyed Mr. Harpers presentation. I would definitely hire him again.
Hired as: Leadership/Success Speaker
Booking information
Price range: $10,000 - $15,000
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 120 minutes
What to expect
You can expect a seasoned, high-impact speaker who delivers a smooth, professional experience from start to finish. Shawn brings a rare blend of NFL intensity, CEO wisdom, and 25+ years of speaking expertise making him a reliable, engaging, and transformative choice for any event.
What Audiences See:
-A high-energy, engaging keynote with powerful NFL stories and real-world leadership insights
-An authentic, relatable speaker who connects instantly with any audience
-Clear, actionable strategies for mindset, culture, teamwork, and resilience
-Moments that spark laughter, reflection, and real mindset shifts
-A message designed to motivate, inspire, and empower people to win at work and in life
What Clients Get:
-A polished professional with 25+ years of speaking experience
-A keynote customized to your event’s goals, theme, and audience
-Easy communication, flexibility, and a stress-free planning experience
-Practical frameworks teams can apply immediately after the event
-A speaker trusted by corporations, conferences, and leadership groups nationwide
-A memorable, high-impact session that delivers both inspiration and lasting results
About
Shawn Harper is a dynamic force in the world of personal and professional development. As a former NFL offensive lineman with the Rams, Colts, and NFL Europe, Shawn knows firsthand what it takes to play at the highest level and now he’s teaching teams, companies, and individuals how to do the same.
From flunking first grade and being labeled with multiple learning disabilities, to being voted “Most likely to fail,” Shawn refused to accept the script written over his life. Instead, he rewrote it—earning Hall of Fame honors at North Iowa Area Community College, graduating from Indiana University, and reaching the NFL against all odds.
Today, he’s the CEO of American Services and Protection, one of Ohio’s largest minority-owned security firms, and an internationally recognized speaker trusted by brands like Procter & Gamble, FedEx, JPMorgan Chase, Dow, and Sonic. His life and leadership insights help organizations shift from survival to success and from success to winning.
Shawn delivers more than motivation. He brings a message of mental toughness, clarity, and momentum that activates change. Whether live or virtual, his events are immersive experiences built around actionable frameworks like the P.L.A.Y. Formula and his signature Winning Edge principles.
He is the author of The Winning Edge: 8 Principles That Will Bring Out the Winner in You and The Winologist, a compelling look into the psychology of winning from the inside out. When Shawn steps on stage, he brings more than a story: he brings transformation. He doesn’t just teach audiences how to win; he reminds them that they already have what it takes.
Additional booking notes
Technical Requirements & Event Needs:
AUDIO
-Wireless lapel or wireless handheld microphone preferred
-A wired handheld mic is acceptable if wireless is unavailable
-House sound system capable of filling the room clearly
STAGING
-Standard stage or platform preferred for visibility
-For school events: please provide a small table and a sturdy chair near the speaking area
-Safe, unobstructed access to the stage or speaking area
LIGHTING
-General stage lighting or adequate room lighting for visibility
-Spotlight optional but not required
VIDEO / RECORDING
-Audio or video recording of the presentation is not permitted without prior written permission
-No audience recording during the program unless authorized
ADDITIONAL NOTES
-Shawn arrives early for sound check and setup
-Water on stage or nearby is appreciated
Services offered
Setup requirements
Plenty of room for movement
Microphone/Audio
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