OLYMPIC
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Connor Fields teaches you how to reach your pivotal moments, how to navigate unexpected outcomes, and how to move forward, win or lose, like a champion.
As the only athlete in history who has both won the Olympics and nearly died while competing at the Olympics, Connor has experienced a nearly unfathomable range of outcomes during his athletic career. Through these experiences at three Olympic Games, he has learned several lessons that have had an immeasurable impact on not only his career as an Olympic athlete but have changed his perspective on life.
In his keynote, “Now What?”, he answers the question we all face at one time or another. The decisions made in those key moments kept him moving forward and toward success, and he gives you the answrs. From setting his initial goal to freezing up and falling short when his big moment finally arrived, to finally bringing home gold, to surviving the accident that almost took his life, Connor shares with you and your team how he faced the daunting question that followed each of these events in his life, “Now What?”.
OLYMPIC KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Connor Fields teaches you how to reach your pivotal moments, how to navigate unexpected outcomes, and how to move forward, win or lose, like a champion.
As the only athlete in history who has both won the Olympics and nearly died while competing at the Olympics, Connor has experienced a nearly unfathomable range of outcomes during his athletic career. Through these experiences at three Olympic Games, he has learned several lessons that have had an immeasurable impact on not only his career as an Olympic athlete but have changed his perspective on life.
In his keynote, “Now What?”, he explains how the decisions he made in those key moments that kept him moving forward and toward success. From setting his initial goal to freezing up and falling short when his big moment finally arrived, to finally bringing home gold, to surviving the accident that almost took his life, Connor shares with you and your team how he faced the daunting question that followed each of these events in his life, “Now What?”.
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My career in keynote speaking began in 2017 after I returned home from Rio with a gold medal in tow. My speech, “Gold Medal Moments” outlined my journey of becoming a two-time Olympian, multiple-time World Champion, and the first American to win an Olympic BMX Gold medal. The journey to the top did not come without trial or tribulation and I wanted to share my story. The ups and downs I experienced to reach the pinnacle of my sport, and how I handled the high pressure moments that are unavoidable on the pathway to success. In the lead-up to my third olympic games I had no idea that life as I knew it would be forever altered. That I would come home lucky to be alive, the road to recovery including healing not only my physical injuries, but the four areas of my brain that suffered injury upon impact. I would even need to relearn how to speak properly. Through this, my keynote “Now What?” was born. My story is still one of hard work, chasing down a dream, and victory. But now it is also one of resilience in the face of tragedy and the importance of keeping things in perspective. Through genuine storytelling, I aim to inspire resilience, confidence, and optimism, offering practical insights to enhance performance in both the professional and personal arenas.
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During my time as a Team USA athlete, I have spent countless hours answering questions, and being at the center of sports commentary. Transitioning to the other side, being the one asking the questions and calling the races has been an honor as much as it has felt like a natural progression in my career. In 2024, I made my Olympic reporting debut for NBC, covering both the BMX Racing and BMX Freestyle events at the Paris Olympic Games. I also commentated the 2024 Super Motocross finals hosted in Las Vegas and am the host of PBS’s “Outdoor Nevada” where our crew explores the wonders of my beautiful home state of Nevada. TV Hosting has allowed me to share my passion for sports and for storytelling, connecting with audiences in a whole new way.
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I lived and breathed BMX for 24 years of my life and through that experience, I see myself as having earned a sort of PhD in the sport. As a retired athlete, I am honored to share my expertise with the new generation of riders.Whether it’s their first day on the track or they’re on the olympic trail,helping other athletes reach their full potential is something I truly love.
I continue to serve the BMX Community as a board member of USA Cycling and as an assistant coach to Team USA BMX.
WHY SHOULD YOU BOOK CONNOR AS YOUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER?
Everyone knows the classic athlete story; dream big, work hard, fail a couple times, then achieve your goal and go home happy. Connor’s story doesn’t end with a shiny gold medal being placed around his neck. Through raw and honest storytelling, Connor shares how his near-death experience reshaped his perspective on what it means to “lose”. Whether the focus of your event is personal growth, navigating high pressure environments, resilience, leadership development, or innovation, booking Connor as your keynote speaker promises a captivated audience who leaves inspired to live life fully, motivated to work toward big goals, and confident in their ability to adapt to an ever-changing and unexpected world.
WHY SHOULD YOU BOOK CONNOR AS YOUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER?
Everyone knows the classic athlete story; dream big, work hard, fail a couple times, then achieve your goal and go home happy. Connor’s story doesn’t end with a shiny gold medal being placed around his neck. Through raw and honest storytelling, Connor shares how his near-death experience reshaped his perspective on what it means to “lose”. Whether the focus of your event is personal growth, navigating high pressure environments, resilience, leadership development, or innovation, booking Connor as your keynote speaker promises a captivated audience who leaves inspired to live life fully, motivated to work toward big goals, and confident in their ability to adapt to an ever-changing and unexpected world.