Motivational Speaker for Associations, Conferences, and Member Organizations

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Devon Harris

Olympian | Resilience and Leadership Expert

Inspire Members. Elevate Your Mission. Drive Year-Round Engagement.

Three-time Olympian and Jamaican bobsled pioneer Devon Harris helps associations run high-impact events that equip members to lead change, strengthen community, and Keep On Pushing long after the keynote ends.

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Mission Ignition

Your members are navigating shifting priorities, new technologies, and higher expectations. You need a speaker who connects quickly, challenges thinking, and moves people to act.

Devon’s journey began in Olympic Gardens, Kingston, Jamaica and led to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and the Olympic Games. His story proves that grit and belief can change a life. His keynotes blend vivid storytelling with practical tools, so your members find clarity amid chaos, strength in adversity, and purpose in their next step.

Why Association Leaders Book Devon

Turn Member Apathy Into Active Engagement

40% average increase in post-event member participation. Devon's Olympic teamwork strategies help diverse membership groups find common purpose and renewed commitment to your mission.

Energize Virtual & Hybrid Events That Actually Work

Virtual event engagement scores 85% higher than industry average. Devon has mastered the art of connecting through screens, keeping remote members engaged and interactive throughout.

Develop Leadership Pipeline Across All Levels

Leadership program enrollment increases 60% after Devon's keynotes. From seasoned board members to emerging leaders, Devon teaches how to lead with confidence regardless of experience level.

Bridge Generational Gaps in Membership

Cross-generational collaboration improves 55%. Devon's message resonates equally with Baby Boomers and Gen Z, creating unity across age groups and professional stages.

Deliver Measurable ROI for Event Investment

Average 4:1 return on speaker investment through increased membership value. Devon's sessions drive concrete actions: renewed memberships, increased volunteerism, and stronger chapter participation.

Create Content Members Share and Remember

87% of attendees actively share Devon's insights on social media. His combination of Olympic stories and practical association strategies creates viral moments that extend your event's impact.

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What Association Leaders Say

“I want to personally thank you for your polished and incredibly motivating presentation at our annual meeting. People were mesmerized by your stories and your flawless delivery. I was totally captivated by your ability to deliver a message that was so vivid I felt like I was living your life. The way that you wove our organization’s mission and challenges into your presentation was uncanny and the large crowd that gathered for your autograp was an indication of the impact you had on our audience.”
~ Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics
“Devon’s warmth, passion, and message deeply engaged our audience. He tied his experiences to our goals and inspired action.”
~ Association of Medical Publications
“Devon – I just wanted to say thank you VERY much for your keynote address to start off our 2018 statewide conference! As HR professionals, we have to be resilient and persist in our roles, no matter how difficult the task or situation. Your insights and humor really helped us know how to “keep on pushing” for our organizations, and provided some real-life examples that inspired and motivated us to achieve our goals, in life and work. You were a great start for our conference.”
~ National Human Resources Association

Event Formats

In-person or virtual keynotes

Leadership retreats

Annual meetings

Membership conferences

About Devon Harris

Devon Harris’s journey from the violent streets of Olympic Gardens, Kingston, to graduating from the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst exemplifies the extraordinary transformation possible when individuals commit to audacious goals. This remarkable trajectory has positioned him as an inspirational force across five continents, delivering a powerful message anchored in resilience, unity, and personal leadership.

As a three-time Olympian and founding member of the legendary Jamaican bobsled team, Devon discovered the profound power of bringing diverse individuals together around a shared purpose, the very challenge that defines today’s association landscape. His high-energy speaking style seamlessly weaves practical insights with motivational content, ensuring audiences don’t just feel inspired, they leave equipped with actionable strategies.

Drawing from over 15 years of association speaking expertise and Olympic-caliber performance principles, Devon specializes in helping membership organizations transform their greatest challenges into sustainable competitive advantages. His unique perspective on team building, goal achievement, and overcoming seemingly impossible odds resonates deeply with association leaders navigating today’s complex organizational dynamics.

Motivational Athlete Speaker

3X

Winter Olympian

#1

Resilient Speaker

100's

Of Charity Events Supported

1,000 s

Leaders & Teams Inspired & Empowered

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Whether you’re planning an annual convention, leadership summit, board retreat, or member appreciation event, Devon Harris brings Olympic-level energy and association-specific expertise to create lasting member engagement.

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