Biography

Sports Illustrated has named Roger Crawford as “One of the most accomplished physically challenged athletes in the world.” In recognition of his extraordinary athletic achievements, he was given the prestigious ITA Achievement Award, presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

After realizing tremendous success on Center Court as a Division 1 athlete, he took his talents to Center Stage and became a motivational speaker. Roger’s transformational message gives organizations the ability to decrease excuses, increase results, and breakthrough self-imposed limitations. His remarkable life story is a powerful example that “challenges are inevitable, defeat is optional!”

He is the host of the weekly feature Motivational Mondays with Roger Crawford, which can be seen worldwide on Tennis Channel.

Roger has been inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame in recognition of his professional success. As a member of the Hall of Fame for People with Disabilities, he shares this impressive distinction with fellow honorees such as Christopher Reeve, Helen Keller, and former President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

You may have seen Roger Crawford interviewed on CNBC, Good Morning America, Monday Night Football, The Today Show, and many other prominent television programs.

The print media has profiled Roger in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Men’s Fitness, Fast Company, and Tennis Magazine.

Roger is also a bestselling author whose books have been translated into 17 different languages. His most recent book, Think Again! Discover the Possibilities Hidden in Plain Sight, helps readers embrace change, improve their mindset and achieve breakthrough performances.

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This is the third time we have had you as our keynote speaker and you just keep getting better! Thank you for the difference you make in the lives of others!
– NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS, Annual Meeting
You have been one of our most dynamic speakers to date. I have been with the Association for over 20 years and very rarely have I seen a speaker get a standing ovation! You had the full undivided attention of the audience for your entire presentation. You also did your homework by incorporating our meetings objectives into your speech.
– AMERICAN OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION, Annual Meeting for Leaders
Thank you for the heartfelt contribution you made to our kickoff Saturday. Our gathering was more meaningful and successful as a result of your participation. Your message is timeless, and your presentation is Top Shelf! Roger Crawford is a rock star!
– PLACER TITLE, Annual Kick-Off Meeting
While you probably could sense that your speech went well (the standing ovation may have been a tip), I just wanted you to know that the benefits of having you come to our meeting went well beyond the initial applause. Your message is powerful, appropriate and useful for an organization such as ours. I can see why you have so many positive references.
– JOHNSON & JOHNSON, National Sales Meeting
Words and phrases like outstanding, phenomenal, very inspirational, and the best are consistently used by our attendees when describing your talk... your energy, professionalism, and humor enabled you to easily connect... your message on winning is appropriate for any group!
– NIKE, Annual Sales Meeting
Roger was the perfect speaker with the perfect message for the perfect time. I got exactly the message I wanted and it far exceeded my expectations. We have been doing these events since 1996 and Roger, by far, did a phenomenal job of incorporating into his presentation what had been discussed prior to him speaking than anyone else.
– DCH HEALTH SYSTEM, Healthcare Professionals All Staff Meeting
Your message, Making a Difference touched the hearts and minds of our association members. The standing ovation was an indication that many want to have you speak for their staff!
– AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, Annual Leadership Conference
First, I want to tell you what an absolute delight it was to meet you and to have you as part of our family last week during our Cruise Holidays annual convention. You were a true inspiration to us all and the best speaker we have had at our annual meeting!
– CRUISE HOLIDAYS, Annual Incentive Trip
I have received numerous notes on how much they enjoyed your message. I enjoyed getting home and telling my wife about your energy, passion, skills, message, etc., and she read half your book the first night.
– JOHN DEERE, Sales Leaders Incentive Trip
I wanted to thank you for the outstanding job you did at our Sales Summit last week. We have received so much positive feedback and truly appreciate all the effort you put into tailoring your message to fit our events objectives. You definitely made a lasting impression with our group and their standing ovation was an indication of how much they benefited from your presentation.
– AMERICAN EXPRESS, National Sales Meeting

Booksby Roger Crawford

Think Again: Discover The Possibilities Hidden In Plain Sight

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