BIO:

Mark Crear ~ Two-time Olympic Medalist, Motivational Speaker, Author, Ordained Minister, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Mark is known for his inspiring “story” of turning tragedy into victory (overcoming hurdles™). His message is compelling, emotional, humorous and above all, life affirming. He inspires people to act, to embrace change and to conquer seemingly insurmountable challenges.

This USC Alumni has been around the world presenting his speech Overcoming Hurdles™ to various corporations, organizations, clubs and churches, at all levels across a variety of industries. Crear's unique way of using his Olympic Experience as a Hurdler illustrate the necessity and knowledge for overcoming hurdles in the professional and personal world is encouraging, motivating, educational, yet entertaining. He works closely with his clients to ensure the emphasis of his speech compliments the issues that are currently being faced in their respective organization.

Some topics that Mark covers within his speech(s):

• Effective Motivation • Overcoming Hurdles™ • Productive Leadership • Adaptability & Accountability • In The Zone™ performance Training

Many Corporations and various organizations get to hear many terrific speakers, but often times the message doesn't make it home because it didn't connect. Mark’s message connects, energizes and moves people to a new level of thinking and action. In as little as 20 to 90 minutes of learning and laughter, he'll help you overcome life’s hurdles, see new possibilities, turn things around, and move to the next level of success!

The Overcoming Hurdles originated from Mark Crear’s personal journey of turning tragedy into victory, (i.e. Overcoming Hurdles) and the leadership skills he learned along the way. Mark is Two-time Olympian who won the 1996 Olympic Silver Medal with a Broken Arm and the 2000 Olympic Bronze Medal with a Double Hernia.

Overcoming Hurdles is about • Overcoming Adversity • Motivation - Discovering and Sustaining • Goals - Setting, Committing, Aligning, and Re-Evaluating • Communication and Teamwork - A Winning Combination • Faith, Competing, Learning and Winning!

Industry Specialties: Corporate and Association Meetings, Athletic arena, Religious functions and Youth/Parent

Travels from: California

Booking: Mark Crear Enterprises (800) 790-6080 / (661) 714-0481 Email: markcrear@aol.com.

For more information visit: www.markcrear.com