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David Holloway

David Holloway isn’t just a former pro athlete, he’s a 3rd-generation World Champion and Executive Coach who teaches the proven playbook of champions to help organizations achieve the impossible.

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Over the years I have had the opportunity to hear several speakers at these types of events and I must say you were easily the most engaging, and interesting speakers I have heard. I enjoyed every minute of your talk and it had me sitting on the edge of my seat the entire time. My peers and I will not forget your talk anytime soon and will look forward to attending any function that you speak at in the future!

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Why you should book David Holloway for your next event

  • Recognized Globally: Endorsed by respected world leaders including Colin Powell, Bill Russell, and President Bush, David brings unparalleled credibility and influence to every stage he steps on.
  • Captivating Storytelling: Few speakers share stories as memorable, All Star–packed, and inspiring as David, leaving audiences motivated and armed with lessons that last well beyond the event.
  • Seamless Experience: Known as a true servant-leader, David is collaborative, reliable, and ego-free, ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience for event planners and a lasting impact for audiences.

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From Underdog to Champion: Winning Strategies for Lasting Success

David Holloway knows exactly what it takes to achieve the impossible, once an overlooked underdog, he defied the odds to help lead the Arizona Cardinals to Super Bowl XLIII. Today, he brings that same championship mindset to the stage, inspiring leaders and organizations worldwide. With over 1,000 keynotes delivered to Fortune 500 companies, David doesn’t just motivate, he equips executives and teams with proven strategies for resilience, peak performance, and sustainable success under pressure. Recognized by world leaders and trusted by brands like PepsiCo, Xerox, and Under Armour, David delivers powerful, actionable insights that drive real transformation and lasting results.

Keynote Speaker David Holloway is recognized worldwide for transforming underdogs into champions and organizations into high-performing powerhouses. As a 3rd-generation World Champion and former NFL athlete who helped drive the Arizona Cardinals to Super Bowl XLIII, he knows firsthand what it takes to achieve the impossible.

Drawing from a lifetime immersed in elite competition and leadership, David equips leaders and teams with actionable strategies that deliver sustainable results under pressure.

Having traveled over half a million miles and inspired leaders across the Fortune 500, David has become the trusted keynote speaker for organizations seeking more than motivation. He equips executives, leaders, and teams with world championship insights into preparation, execution, and recovery, arming participants with tools they can apply immediately and strategies that deliver lasting results.

What sets David apart is his ability to connect world-class performance systems to real business challenges. His keynote programs combine captivating, All Star–packed stories with actionable frameworks that help leaders build resilience, outperform competition, and sustain success under pressure.

Endorsed by world leaders such as Colin Powell, Bill Russell, and President Bush, and trusted by brands including PepsiCo, Xerox, and Under Armour, David’s credibility and impact are unmatched. Event planners value his reliability, collaboration, and audience-centered approach, ensuring both a seamless process and a powerful experience.

If you want your event to inspire, engage, and deliver measurable value, Book David Holloway for your event and give your organization a proven championship playbook for success.

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Over the years I have had the opportunity to hear several speakers at these types of events and I must say you were easily the most engaging, and interesting speakers I have heard. I enjoyed every minute of your talk and it had me sitting on the edge of my seat the entire time. My peers and I will not forget your talk anytime soon and will look forward to attending any function that you speak at in the future!

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The Playmaker Matrix is the perfect tool for understanding And evaluating championship teamwork!

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Keynotes

Keynote by David Holloway:

The secrets of world class competitors

In this high energy, interactive experience, David pulls back the curtain on the Championship Mindset & Strategies that fuel world class competitors – and shows how to install them.

You’ll Discover:

  • What the worlds most consistently peak performing individuals and have in common?
  • The secret mental frameworks champions use to rise when others quit.
  • How elite competitors become, and remain, unstoppable?
  • How the best of the best – stay on top, sharpen their edge, and keep raising the bar year after year?
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Keynote by David Holloway:

World championship team building

Drawing on his heritage as a 3rd generation world champion immersed in championship inner circles, David reveals the culture codes, leadership practices, rituals that sustain excellence over the long term.

These teams operate with a winning system. One that unleashes the ultimate competitive edge:

  • A culture designed to thrive under pressure, grow through adversity, and elevate every individual to their highest levels. 
  • Ultimately this session gives leaders a framework to install Championship DNA into their team – fast.

Here, David will take you inside this world, and reveal:

  • The ‘DNA’ of World Championship Teams (Framework).
  • How to create a culture that will grow in the face of massive challenge and change.
  • How to build a culture that shares best practices and stars in their roles.
  • How to break down silos and get A-players collaborating instead of competing.
  • How to unlock and deploy the Most Powerful, Underused Asset inside your organization.
  • The 4 dimensions of a Dynasty: how it looks, sounds (the language), feels (the energy), and moves like (speed and tempo)
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Keynote by David Holloway:

The winning edge

Leaders are expected to do more with less, keep morale high, retain top talent and still have gas in the tank at the end of the day. That’s not leadership. Thats burnout on a timer. Great leadership isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things – at the right tempo – with the right team.

In this powerful presentation, David will share:

  • “The PLAYMAKER MATRIX” = a proven framework for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
  • How the best leaders inspire buy in and ownership across departments (no more dragging people).
  • 3 non-negotiable lifestyle practices that protect your health, focus, positive relationships, and firepower as a leader.
  • How shifting from outcome focused leadership to legacy focused impact unlocks long-term performance and fulfillment.

Ideal For:

  • Executive leadership teams
  • High growth organizations under pressure
  • Companies facing development issues, disengagement, or leadership gaps
  • Organizations that want to build a great legacy, not just hit this quarter’s numbers
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Keynote by David Holloway:

Making the impossible happen

Here, David will take you on his awe-inspiring journey, going from ‘Wimpy Walk-On,” beating the 1 in 1.5 million odds, to becoming one of the BEST in the world!

Discover how he later teamed up with a grocery stock boy – who went on to become  NFL MVP & Hall of Famer – to defy all odds and lead one of the most struggling franchises in sports history to their very first Super bowl!

Whether you’re a student, senior executive, or CEO –  you will walk away not just inspired – but armed with the tools to keep going, keep winning, and keep outperforming.

During David’s inspirational presentation, he’ll share:

  • David’s #1 secret – the shift that kept him, & what will keep you, from quitting (even while he was getting laughed at & told to “Just give up.”).
  • Reframing Adversity – Proven frameworks on turning the challenges into strategic advantages (frameworks passed onto David by The Greats).
  • Building Emotional Resilience – How to build it and unlock the unstoppable POWER
    hiding inside every person.
  • Strength in Numbers – how to strengthen your support systems so you never have to go at it alone.
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Executive Training & Workshop by David Holloway:

How to lead a championship lifestyle

The Championship Lifestyle Series isn’t just another class - it’s a high-level training experience designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, and driven professionals who refuse to settle.

Inside, you’ll step into a workshop environment where:

  • You get clarity, fast. Hot seats and live Q&A put your challenges on the table - and give you breakthroughs on the spot.
  • You unlock proven success frameworks. Not theory. Tools tested by top executives and high performers worldwide.
  • You walk away with an action plan. Clear, practical steps you can implement immediately - both personally and professionally.

This is where personal growth meets professional mastery - in real time, with real results.

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