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Steve Redgrave Biography
Olympic Gold medal winner Sir Steve Redgrave CBE has proved himself the greatest Olympian Britain has ever produced. Steve is an outstanding motivational and keynote speaker covering topics such as teamwork and winning in life.
About Steve Redgrave
Steve Redgrave is an English rower who captured five gold medals at five consecutive Olympic Games from 1984 to 2000. Known as one of Britain’s greatest sporting personalities, Redgrave has also won nine gold medals, two silvers and a bronze at the Rowing World Championships over a span of nine years. His record of 14 total Olympic and World Championship gold medals is unsurpassed by any other rower in history.
Overcoming Adveristy
Throughout his career, Steve Redgrave was plagued with several serious injuries and illnesses. In 1992 he was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and in late 1997, diabetes. Under careful supervision, he was able to train through such obstacles and today is heavily involved in charity work through the Steve Redgrave Fund.
Awards and Accolades
Steve Redgrave was awarded the MBE in the New Year's Honors List in 1987 and the CBE in the New Year's Honors List of 1997. Following his success in Sydney, he was awarded a Knighthood in the 2001 New Years Honors List. The University of Durham awarded him an Honorary Degree in December of 1996 and in 2000 he was named BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year.
Away From Sport
Since retirement in 2000, Redgrave has been involved in numerous commercial and charitable projects. In addition to maintaining a busy schedule as an after-dinner and motivational speaker, he is currently working with high profile brands such as Jaguar and the BBC and is also actively involved with companies such as Ultralase, Brand Rapport and Gleeds.
In his first book, You Can Win at Life, Redgrave outlines his strategies for reaching the top and demonstrates how such theories can be utilized in everyday life situations. His previous books include A Golden Age and The Complete Book of Rowing. Redgrave recently released his fourth book, Inspired, which includes a number of personal stories from the sporting world that have influenced his career and life, in October 2009.
Steve Redgrave - Corporate Speaking
Sir Steve is well known for his motivational speaking and has delivered speeches to a great number of companies at corporate events, conferences, public awards and dinners as well as company internal programming events.
Sir Steve commonly delivers a speech which is an inspiration to the audience, through telling his own story. This story not only highlights what it takes to be the best in your field but is an emotive story of how Sir Steve overcame adversity to achieve the record breaking 5th Olympic Gold in Sydney after suffering colitis and being diagnosed with Diabetes in 1997.
Amongst others, Sir Steve has delivered topical speeches in the following areas; Teamwork, Motivation, What it takes to succeed, Translating Sporting Success into Business success, The importance of preparation in sport and business
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Steve Redgrave News
A selection of relevant news related to Steve Redgrave, Keynote Speakers and Motivational Speakers, Sport Speakers and Teamwork Speakers stories. For more information on Steve Redgrave or details as to how to book Steve Redgrave for your corporate event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Olympic Champion, Sir Chris Hoy, Retires
19th April 2013
Sir Chris Hoy has decided to retire from cycling after winning six Olympic Gold medals and becoming the most successful British Olympian ever, taking the title from Sir Steve Redgrave.
Olympic Village Sold for £557 Million
15th August 2011
As the UK prepares for London 2012, a post-Games vision is already in place. Property developer Delancey with Qatar's sovereign wealth fund has purchased the Olympic Village for £557 million with plans to build a London ‘neighbourhood’ once the greatest sporting event of the decade is over.
Is James Cracknell Unstoppable?
22nd March 2011
Former Olympic rower James Cracknell hits TV screens this week, documenting his recovery from an accident that damaged his brain.
Get On Yer Bike Sir Steve Redgrave...
1st June 2010
Sir Steve Redgrave is not one to turn down a challenge, and on June 12th he will begin the Race Against America (RAAM) regarded as the “world’s toughest bike race”.
Olympic rower & motivational speaker, Sir Steve Redgrave will cycle 3,000 miles in the Race Across America
4th May 2010
The Race Across America is the toughest cycle race in the world - 3,000 mile from California to Maryland, in just over eight days. Five time gold Olympian winner, the talented rower and motivational speaker Sir Steve Redgrave will be joined by a team of friends and former rowers to conquer the ride across 14 states, climb 100,000 feet and experience every extreme of weather. They aim to raise £100,000 for the Steve Redgrave Fund and Sport Relief.
Sir Steve Redgrave appointed as the government's '2012 Sports Champion'
21st October 2009
Five-time olympic gold medallist, Sir Steve Redgrave has been recruited by the Government to boost sports participation in the build up to London 2012. Britain's most successful olympian will become a member or a new legacy delivery board. As a "2012 Sports Champion," the former rower will oversee efforts to ensure youngsters do five hours of sport a week inside and outside school, and that one million adults are active. "2012 is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to change the habits of a nation and get across to everyone why sport and physical activity matters," Steve said. "I won't be afraid to ruffle feathers if I need to."
Southeastern trains to be named after top British athletes
25th September 2009
Train operator Southeastern has renamed 12 of its high-speed trains after British Olympic and Paralympic medallists, including Sebastian Coe, Daley Thompson and Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson. The rebranding, an unofficial association with London 2012, also sees trains named after Dame Kelly Holmes, Steve Backley, Sir Steve Redgrave, Rebecca Adlington, Sir Chris Hoy, Ben Ainslie, Duncan Goodhew, Katherine Grainger and Jamie Staff. The trains were unveiled at a special ceremony in Ashford by Jamie Staff, a member of the British cycling sprint team that won the gold medal at last year's Olympics in Beijing, under the banner of "Britain's Fastest" for 12 of Southestern's new javelin trains.
Chris Hoy Named Sports Personality of the Year
15th December 2008
Chris Hoy, who won three gold medals in Beijing, beat Lewis Hamilton and Rebecca Adlington to the honour. Chris, 32, becomes the first cyclist to win the prestigious award since Tommy Simpson in 1965. It was a successful night for the British cycling team as they won the Team award while Dave Brailsford won the Coach of the Year crown...
Ronnie O’Sullivan Wins Fifth World Title
7th May 2013
Snooker player, Ronnie O’Sullivan beat Barry Hawkins to win the Betfair World Championships at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
Mike Forde Links Business to Football
18th April 2013
Business speaker and one of the UK’s leading sports executives, Mike Forde has compared the ideas and practices used in professional football to those used in business environments.
Steve Redgrave Reviews
Steve Redgrave has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Steve Redgrave for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Steve Redgrave for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Steve was fantastic! He went down an absolute storm - he was the highlight of the conference. His speech was very appropriate to the event and he stayed around and took photos with the attendees. He was a really nice guy and very easy to work with.
Your status in sport and your achievements to date made you the correct choice to join us on this occasion, but your personality, grace and good manners demonstrated that you are a true ambassador for sport and role model for our youth and you would be welcome back at any time.
I asked Steve Redgrave to an England coaching session. I think I learned more from him than anyone, and so did the players. What came over loud and clear is that he is such a determined individual. Steve shook a few England players telling them just what you have to do to win gold medals and how hard it is. I think by the time the team started winning there were quite a few of them who thought they could become gold medallists too. They became completely obsessed about winning.
Gleeds was delighted when Sir Steve joined as Brand Ambassador in 2005, helping to motivate staff and raise our profile in the property and construction industry. Sir Steve assists with many aspects of Gleeds' work - from hosting networking events, to after-dinner speaking, to motivational sessions and international appearances - and is admired for his determination and professional position on the world-class stage. His inspiration and advice is welcomed by all, be it at a business lunch, supporting youth in education, out on the golf course or encouraging our staff in rowing competitions! We are proud to have him on board as an iconic figure and national role model and look forward to many more exciting and successful years of working together.
Tesco were delighted that Sir Steve Redgrave could make a unique contribution as a speaker at a recent launch. As our foremost Olympian he brings a reputation that is both inspiring and motivational. Sir Steve demonstrated a level of approachability and openness that helped make the event truly memorable.
Many, many thanks for a wonderful sppech at our Conference dinner on Thursday. You had obviously worked hard to align your words with the theme of our conference. We really appreciate the care and attention you showed to us.
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