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Book Laurie Hernandez, Women's Gymnast & Olympic Champion, for keynotes on motivation and mental health advocacy. Engage your audience with powerful insights—perfect for conferences and corporate events.

Laurie Hernandez | Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Olympic Champion & Mental Health Advocate  | UTA Speakers

Laurie Hernandez first captured hearts around the world as a gold and silver medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where her dynamic performances and infectious energy made her a standout star. As the first U.S.-born Latina to make the U.S. Women’s Olympic Gymnastics team in over 30 years, she became a trailblazer in the sport, inspiring a new generation with her talent, authenticity, and resilience. Since then, she’s gone on to win Dancing with the Stars, write two New York Times bestselling books, and even have her own Mattel “Shero” Barbie created in her honor. On stage, Laurie shares her journey of perseverance, self-discovery, and embracing who you are with warmth and honesty, leaving audiences inspired to chase their own dreams. 

Beyond gymnastics, Laurie is a passionate advocate for mental health, confidence, and resilience. Whether she’s speaking to students, corporate teams, or community groups, she connects with audiences in a real and relatable way, offering powerful insights on overcoming adversity and staying true to yourself. 

Laurie has also made a name for herself in television and entertainment, with acting roles, voiceover work, and a co-hosting spot on American Ninja Warrior Junior. As a gymnastics analyst for NBC, she’s provided expert commentary for the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, earning praise for her engaging and insightful coverage. 

Her first book, I Got This: To Gold and Beyond (2017) chronicles her journey and made her a New York Times bestselling author. In 2018, she released a children’s picture book She’s Got This, which also became a New York Times bestseller while she served as a Literacy Champion to promote readership as a path to leadership.

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