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Richard Coffey

Former Professional Basketball Player and Entrepreneur
  • Founder of P.R.O.S. Sports and Youth Development Leader

  • Speaker on Leadership, Teamwork, and Youth Empowerment

Speaker Fee:
$5,000 - $10,000
Virtual Fee:
Please inquire
Travels From:
Minnesota
Richard Coffey
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Speaker Fee: $5,000 - $10,000
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Richard Coffey Speaker Biography

Richard Coffey, a proud North Carolinian, began his journey as a dedicated member of the United States Army, serving with distinction as an Airborne Paratrooper in the elite 82nd Airborne—the first to fight and the last to fall infantry. After three years of military service, Richard transitioned to academics, earning a BA degree from the University of Minnesota.

His post-graduation path took an exciting turn as Richard showcased his athleticism on the international stage, playing professional basketball across Europe, Asia, and in the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Beyond the basketball court, Richard’s entrepreneurial spirit drove him to establish a business, leveraging his sharp communication skills and business acumen.

Drawing on over two decades of experience in corporate sales leadership, Richard has thrived in the dynamic corporate landscape. His tenacity, combined with a wealth of knowledge gained from the military, athletics, and business, positions him as a seasoned professional with a unique perspective.

Fueling his passion for inspiring others, Richard decided to elevate his impact through professional speaking. With a compelling narrative woven from his diverse background, he engages audiences, sharing valuable insights and motivating individuals to reach their fullest potential.

Richard Coffey’s journey—from the disciplined ranks of the military to the heights of professional sports and corporate leadership—reflects a commitment to excellence, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to empowering others.

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Speech Topics

THE SEASONS OF LIFE: CHANGE, ATTITUDE, AND PERSEVERANCE
-The right attitude is key for continued success
-Enhancing both professional and personal brands
-The significance of expanding your skills and knowledge
-How to tap into your personal power
-To push past fears and move through failures.
-The power in self-evaluation
-The crucial role of personal development in achieving success

LEADERSHIP: DEVELOPING YOURSELF & YOUR TEAM
-Leader or boss? Let’s discuss the difference.
-The importance of self-evaluation
-How to effectively engage individuals
-Creating a culture of development
-The importance of moving forward together as a team
-The key qualities in great leaders

TEAM SUCCESS AND INDIVIDUAL REWARDS: YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL
-Ensuring the prosperity of your team
-Attain personal objectives while fostering your team’s achievements.
-Characteristics of a good teammate
-How to keep positive team chemistry
-How the smallest roles are vital to team success
-Keeping your team engaged in a virtual climate

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“Richard is a high energy presenter that is entertaining and sincere. He is able to connect with his audience using life experiences. I would highly recommend Richard as a speaker.”

President at RAM Mutual Insurance Company

“As Chairman of the American Association of Inside Sales Professionals, I had the pleasure of working with Richard as one of our motivational speakers for 2 of our conferences. Richard is a dynamic speaker with a story of overcoming challenges and adversity. His background as an NBA player was a good draw to our audience, but it was his enthusiastic and heartfelt comments about meeting and overcoming challenges which really resonated with them. Our association members gave Richard outstanding feedback through our conference surveys. We will certainly have him back again soon to speak! If you are considering a motivation speaker, I would recommend Richard!”

Founder & Chairman, AA-ISP

“I have heard Richard’s presentation on two separate occasions and he is absolutely amazing. He is a very talented speaker. He is charismatic and entertaining. Our staff loved his presentation! They all left the day inspired on a professional and personal level. Both times that I saw him, he tailored his presentation to fit the needs of the group. He does his homework to really understand your groups needs and does a great job of reinforcing your message throughout his presentation. I can’t say enough great things about him. We offer a number of trainings for staff and as far as speakers go, he stands out as one of the best.”

Assistant Director at South Central WorkForce Council

“Richard was able to deliver a highly motivating talk that was specifically tailored to our audience. To this day, I still receive positive comments about him and I would recommend Richard to any group that is looking to energize their people.”

Executive Director

Mr. Coffey was by far the absolute best speaker I have ever bared witness to. I was truly touched, inspired, and moved in that glorious hour in which he spoke.

Direct of Human Services

Richard tailored his presentation to fit the needs of the group. He did his homework and reinforced the company message throughout his presentation.

GCDF Assistant Director

I have been in the golf business for 34 years and have heard many speakers. Richard is the first one I have ever sent a Thank You note to.

PGA

“Richard was funny, engaging and wrapped his whole presentation around a theme the group was able to take away with them.

Minneapolis Airport Council