Johnny Quinn
A former pro football player and U.S. Olympian, Johnny Quinn knows what it takes to Push What’s Possible™ by asking, “What’s next?”
Combining real-world substance with tactical skills that help leaders and teams win together, he translates the lessons learned in two of the most competitive arenas on the planet into everyday moments when discipline, adaptability, and teamwork matter most.
When your teams push what’s possible, no dream is ever too big, too unrealistic, or too out of reach.
PRIMARY TOPICS
- Team Building
- Peak Performance
- Overcoming Adversity
- Resilience
- Leadership
- Change Management
- Character Development
GETTING TO KNOW
Johnny Quinn
Johnny Quinn is a dynamic keynote speaker, U.S. Olympian, and former NFL player who helps organizations Push What’s Possible™ by turning great teams into unstoppable ultra performers who stay ready for what’s next.
As the third person in history to play pro football and compete in the Winter Olympics, Johnny brings a rare perspective on what it takes to perform under pressure. His journey from the gridiron to the Olympic track gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to turn setbacks into comebacks and challenges into the best opportunities you never saw coming.
His P.U.S.H. framework has equipped thousands at organizations like Toyota, Southwest Airlines, and Verizon to collaborate more effectively, stay agile during disruption, and build momentum—no matter the season. By helping audiences push past what’s holding them back, he helps them discover untapped potential they didn’t know they had.
Recognized by major media outlets including ESPN, CNN, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal, and the author of PUSH: Breaking Through Barriers, Johnny delivers proven strategies teams can implement the very next day. He lives in Texas with his wife, Amanda, and two small children.
PUSH WHAT’S POSSIBLE™
The Olympic Formula for Breakthrough Performance in Any Season
Every high-achieving team faces unexpected moments that test everything they’ve got—their discipline, their focus, and their self-belief. When the stakes are high and the outcome uncertain, how do you not just survive the season, but stay ready for what’s next?
From NFL locker rooms to the Olympic starting line, Johnny Quinn learned that readiness isn’t luck. It’s built through the right mindset and daily disciplines that prepare you for opportunity before it even arrives at your door.
In this relatable and instantly applicable talk, he reveals the P.U.S.H. framework that turns great teams into unstoppable ultra performers.
ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:
- Collaborate under pressure by finding a way to get the job done with the people and resources available.
- Build the habits that keep them prepared for whatever comes their way.
- Turn “no” into “next” by choosing readiness over resistance.
WHEN “NO” MEANS “NEXT”
The Olympic Mindset that Turns Setbacks into Comebacks
Getting cut three times from the NFL should have ended Johnny Quinn’s athletic dreams. Instead, it led him to the Olympics.
In this inspiring and practical keynote, Johnny reveals the mental framework that separates those who let rejection define them from those who use it as rocket fuel for what’s next.
Through his journey from NFL rejection to Olympic competition, Johnny shows how to develop the mindset that doesn’t just bounce back from setbacks—it uses them as stepping stones to breakthrough performance.
ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:
- Develop the mindset that keeps them moving when others quit.
- Build the discipline that drives winning results.
- Master the fundamentals that keep you ready when your next opportunity arrives.
WINNING LEADERSHIP
How to Build Unstoppable Teams that Outperform the Competition
Every great leader faces the same question: how do you build teams that rise to the occasion when everything’s on the line and things don’t always go to plan?
Through setbacks in professional football and breakthroughs at the Winter Olympics, Johnny Quinn discovered that readiness starts within. The difference isn’t just talent—it’s the mindset and daily disciplines that prepare both you and your team for whatever comes next.
In this inspiring and tactical keynote, Johnny reveals the leadership principles that turn pressure into performance and potential into consistent results.
ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:
- Create cultures where people hold themselves accountable—even when no one’s watching.
- Lead through setbacks in ways that build momentum for what’s next.
- Build team momentum that turns challenges into competitive advantages.
STAY READY FOR WHAT’S NEXT
How to Build Agile Teams that Thrive When Everything’s Changing
At 26, Johnny Quinn’s NFL career came crashing to an end. Everything he’d worked for since he was 18 was gone. But instead of letting that setback define him, he stayed ready for what came next—and it led him to the Olympics.
In this practical and inspiring keynote, Johnny reveals how the same readiness principles that took him from getting cut three times in the NFL to competing on bobsled’s biggest stage can help your team turn unexpected changes into breakthrough opportunities.
When your industry shifts overnight, when new technology disrupts everything you know, when the rules of the game change completely—that’s when readiness matters most. Johnny shows how to build the kind of agile mindset that doesn’t just survive disruption, but uses it as a launchpad.
ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:
- Master the “what’s next?” mindset that turns uncertainty into opportunity.
- Build agile teams that stay ready for opportunities others miss.
- Stay focused on what matters most when everything else is shifting.
Speaker Resources
PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
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LOGISTICAL MATERIALS
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Johnny was hands down one of the most entertaining speakers I’ve listened to! I am lucky enough to be on…
— Joe Burns
Chief Risk Officer, First South Farm Credit
I can honestly say that your presentation was by far the most memorable and meaningful to us. You really left…
— Nancy Damato
North America Marketing Director, MGI Worldwide
You were a true hit! Many folks I talked to shared how impactful your presentation and lessons were to them.…
— Derek Miller
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