keynotes & Workshops

Inspiring Teams & Leaders to Find, Get & Stay In The Zone

High-impact keynotes and workshops led by Dr. Mark Crear, Ph.D. — Executive Coach, Performance Psychologist & Two-Time Olympian. Each experience blends authentic storytelling, relatable humor, and proven psychology to help audiences ignite purpose, build resilience, and perform with clarity and confidence — on stage and beyond.

Flagship Keynotes & Workshops

Dr. Crear’s signature keynotes draw from his incredible journey of overcoming physical and emotional adversity—from surviving abuse and personal hardship to becoming a two-time Olympic medalist, competing with a broken arm and a double hernia. His story is one of faith, focus, and perseverance. Through powerful storytelling, humor, and practical tools, Dr. Crear inspires, educates, and encourages audiences to perform with passion, resilience, and purpose—no matter the obstacles they face.

Additional Signature Keynotes

Motivational presentations designed to inspire growth, resilience, and connection

Find • Get • Stay In The Zone

Mastering Peak Performance and Mental Resilience
Discover how to achieve and sustain your best—on the field, in the boardroom, and in life. This flagship keynote shares the proven mindset behind Dr. Crear’s Olympic success, helping audiences find their zone, get there faster, and stay there longer. Perfect for organizations, leaders, and teams seeking focus, motivation, and sustained excellence.

The Power of Resilience

Turning Every Setbacks Into Setups for Success
Adversity is inevitable—but defeat is optional. In this transformative keynote, Dr. Crear reveals how faith, focus, and perseverance can help individuals and teams bounce forward from challenges. Audiences will learn how to transform pain into power, build mental toughness, and cultivate a never-quit mindset that fuels both personal and professional growth.

The Power of We

Teamwork, Trust, and the Spirit of Collaboration
From the locker room to the boardroom, success is never a solo act. This engaging keynote explores how shared purpose, communication, and trust drive high-performing teams. Dr. Crear connects his Olympic experiences and leadership insights to inspire unity, cultural intelligence, and the pursuit of a common goal. Ideal for corporate teams, educators, and athletic organizations alike.

Customized Keynotes & Workshops

Every audience is different. Dr. Crear tailors each keynote and workshop to align with your organization’s goals, culture, and audience. Whether you’re hosting a corporate summit, leadership retreat, or athletic event, his presentations deliver lasting impact.

Workshop & Training Focus Areas

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Retention & engagement

Build cultures that inspire loyalty, motivation, and purpose.

Leadership & culture

Equip leaders to create trust, alignment, and inclusion.

Resilience & well-being

Strengthen mindset, balance, and bounce-back capacity.

Focus & communication

refine focus and teamwork for consistent results

Dr. Crear’s keynotes and workshops are ideal for organizations and events that value growth, resilience, and purpose-driven performance.

Perfect For

Leadership Conferences & Corporate Retreats — Develop stronger communication, alignment, and execution.

Faith & Personal Development Events — Connect purpose, belief, and daily performance.

Business & Community Summits — Inspire collaboration and cultural intelligence across diverse teams.

Athletic Programs & Sports Organizations — Build mental resilience, focus, and championship culture.

Educational Institutions & Student Leadership Teams — Encourage confidence, perseverance, and inclusion.

Why Audiences Trust Dr. Crear

From the Olympics to corporate boardrooms, Mark brings a message that’s both proven and powerful.

Dr. Mark Crear, Ph.D., is a two-time Olympic medalist, executive coach, and professor of psychology with more than 15 years of experience in leadership and performance development.

He’s trained and spoken for Fortune 500 companies, universities, and faith-based organizations — helping thousands of professionals and teams align purpose with performance.

What sets Dr. Crear apart isn’t just his achievements, but his authenticity.
He combines psychology, storytelling, and practical strategy to help people perform under pressure with clarity, resilience, and purpo

What Audiences Say

Dr. Crear doesn’t just speak — he connects.
Every message he delivers is infused with authenticity, humor, and heart. Whether addressing executives, athletes, or faith communities, his storytelling inspires people to think deeper, believe stronger, and act bolder.

“Dr. Crear’s message re-energized our leadership team. His blend of psychology and purpose gave us practical tools to lead with clarity and confidence.”

Karen Ellis

Senior Director, National Institutes of Health

“His story reminded us that faith and focus aren’t separate from success — they’re the foundation of it.”

Rev. Michael Torres

Faith Leadership Summit

“Mark’s session with our student-athletes was pure gold. He connected instantly and left them believing they could push beyond every barrier.”

Lynn Swann

USC Athletics Department

“He doesn’t just speak — he ignites something in people. Our managers still quote his line: ‘Perform with purpose, not pressure.’”

Alicia Grant

VP of Talent Development, Horizon Manufacturing Group

Book Dr. Mark Crear

Whether addressing corporate executives, coaches, educators, or faith communities, Dr. Crear’s speaking engagements inspire real transformation. Invite him to your next event to help your audience Find, Get, and Stay In The Zone.