Biography

When Walter steps onto the stage, you can’t miss him. It could be because he’s 6’5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it’s a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen. People walk out of Walter’s talks changed, motivated, and inspired. His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people.

Walter’s third and most recently released book Swim!, has picked up speed since its debut in July, and has become a staple for business people and students across the country. His easy-to-read professional development book combines lovable characters, relatable life lessons, and hard truths that help readers understand the power of leadership, mentoring, and next-level success. When Walter steps onto the stage, you can’t miss him. It could be because he’s 6’5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it’s a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen. People walk out of Walter’s talks changed, motivated, and inspired. His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people.

Walter travels the country speaking, coaching, teaching, and inspiring companies across a wide range of industries, from financial services to agriculture and franchising to real estate and many more in between. At any given time, you can find Walter leading a mastermind class, offering one on one professional development, hosting book talks, and coaching hungry business leaders and entrepreneurs towards success.

While many know Walter Bond as a former NBA player, more and more people know Walter as a passionate and motivated speaker, author, and business coach with one goal: to help people see their full potential.

Walter graduated from the University of Minnesota and has been married to his wife and business partner Antoinette for nearly 30 years. They have three adult children.

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The final speaker, Walter Bond, was the highlight of the conference, putting accountability into a different perspective... The audience response from the conference has been off the charts positive and we thank you for your contribution through a tremendously powerful presentation.
– Joe Berger, President Americas For Hilton Worldwide Inc.
Thank you for the presentation you did for us. We enjoyed having you and have had numerous positive responses to your motivational message. We contacted you very in the game but you quickly got to know who ING was and personalized your presentation.
– Jana Stern/Director, Conventions - ING
You were the hit of our annual conference. The responses from all school board members and administrators in attendance were outstanding! Your success can be measured by the long line waiting to pick up tapes after your presentation.
– Jerry Maurer/Executive Director - Wyoming School Boards Association
Thank you for the great job you did at our region's recognition event. I appreciate all the time you spent getting background on our group as it made your presentation more meaningful.
– Terry Baloun/President and CEO - Wells Fargo Bank
THE MOST AMAZING SPEAKER I HAVE EVER COME ACROSS IN ANY CONFERENCE, IN ANY INDUSTRY I HAVE EVER ATTENDED.
– FRANCHISEE, BUFFALO WILD WINGS
If you’re looking for a keynote speaker who does their homework, studies their audience in advance, and delivers an energetic and inspiring speech, then look no further than Walter Bond. He connects at both the head and heart level, while encouraging his audience to take their performance to the next level, while supporting company goals and initiatives.
– M Taylor, Seibels
Walter Bond was one of the best keynotes we’ve ever had at our event. Speaker hall of fame for sure! Walter’s ability to incorporate his message along with our company objectives was very well done. He engages with the crowd and has a powerful, relatable message. I would highly recommend.
– B Blois, Kentucky Farm Bureau

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