Archives for June 2013

John Smoltz to Deliver Keynote Speech at 2013 Triple-A All-Star Luncheon in Reno

RENO, NV. — The 2013 Triple-A All-Star Luncheon, which takes place on Wednesday, July 17, will featured former Atlanta Braves pitcher and Baseball All-Star John Smoltz as their keynote speaker. The luncheon is scheduled to take place at 11:30 a.m.at Harrah’s Reno, which has signed on as the host hotel for the entire All-Star week. Former Atlanta Braves pitcher and eight-time Major League Baseball All-Star, John Smoltz, is a popular motivational speaker, says PFP Talent Agency. ... Read More

Emmitt Smith Appears as Keynote Speaker at the Jimmy Rane Foundation Banquet

Former Dallas Cowboys running back and motivational speaker, Emmitt Smith, appeared as the keynote speaker on May 16 at the Jimmy Rane Banquet. The Jimmy Rane Foundation is dedicated to providing college scholarships to deserving students and strengthening their communities through education projects and grants. Emmitt Smith is a popular motivational speaker, says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency. Smith was the keynote speaker at the Jimmy Rane Foundation dinner on May 16, 2013. ... Read More

Football Coach Gene Stallings Named Keynote Speaker at Lindale Foundation Benefit Dinner

Retired football coach, Gene Stallings, is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at a benefit dinner for the Lindale ISD Education Foundation this fall. A Legendary Kickoff: An Evening to Support Excellence will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at Villa Di Felicita located at 7891 Highway110 North in Tyler, Texas. Master motivator, successful coach and philanthropist are just a few of the words used to describe legendary football coach Gene Stallings’ distinguished career, says PFP Talent Agency. ... Read More

Can Aaron Rodgers Break Brett Favre’s All Time NFL Records? (VIDEO)

Former Green Bay quarterback, Brett Favre, who appears to be back in favor with the Packers franchise,  has predicted that current Green Bay Packer’s quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, will break all of his NFL records. In an interview with SiriusXM NFL Radio on June 13, Favre spoke about his relationship with Rodgers, and told the interviewer he expects Rodgers, provided he remains healthy, to shatter all of his records with the exception of his consecutive games started streak that reached 298.

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Jason Kidd Signs Three Year Contract as Head Coach of the Brooklyn Nets (VIDEO)

It’s official. Jason Kidd has made the transition from NBA superstar to head coach. The Brooklyn Nets franchise made the announcement on Wednesday night that they have named Jason Kidd their new head coach. Kidd’s hiring was first reported by ESPN’s Marc Stein and Ramona Shelburne. A source told the media that Kidd signed a three-year contract.

Former NBA point guard, Jason Kidd, is named the Brooklyn Nets head coach on June 12, 2013.

Former NBA point guard, Jason Kidd, is named the Brooklyn Nets head coach on June 12, 2013.

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Karl Mecklenburg Named Keynote Speaker at COMPTEL PLUS Fall Convention & EXPO

ORLANDO, FL. — Former Denver Broncos linebacker and team captain, Karl Mecklenburg, plans to to Outline “Six Keys to Success” when he delivers the keynote address at the COMPTEL PLUS Fall 2013 Convention & EXPO. The event takes place on September 23, through September 26, at the Gaylord Palms in Orlando, located at 6000 W Osceola Pkwy in Kissimmee, FL. Mecklenburg, a great story teller, will challenge and inspire COMPTEL PLUS attendees in the relentless pursuit of their goals, whether personal or professional.

Karl mecklenburg is a great story teller and popular keynote speaker ,says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency.

Karl Mecklenburg is a dynamic motivational speaker, says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency.

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Fran Tarkenton to be Featured Speaker at National Small Business Week in Washington

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former Vikings quarterback and entrepreneur Fran Tarkenton will be the featured speaker during the Phoenix Award and Procurement breakfast awards ceremony on June 21 at 9 a.m. EDT during the Washington, D.C. portion of National Small Business Week. The morning event, held at the Renaissance Washington, D.C. hotel, will kick off a day of recognizing small business achievement. Later that day one business owner from a group representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam will be selected as the National Small Business Person of the Year. NFL legend, Fran Tarkenton, is a successful entrepreneur and popular keynote speaker says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency. ... Read More

Chipper Jones Scheduled as Guest Speaker at Times Free Press Best of Preps Banquet

CHATTANOOGA, TN. — Atlanta Braves All-Star, Chipper Jones, is scheduled to be the featured speaker at this year’s Times Free Press Best of Preps banquet in Chattanooga. The event takes place on June 17 at the Chattanooga Convention Center and is open to the public. General-admission tickets cost $50 and includes dinner and the awards ceremony. Seating is first-come, first-served. Jones is the first professional baseball player to speak at the annual banquet, which honors more than 500 area athletes.

Photo shows Chipper Jones in an interview speaking about his final year in baseball.

Chipper Jones is a dynamic motivational speaker, says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency. Photo shows Chipper Jones in an interview speaking about his final year in baseball.

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Brian Urlacher to Compete in Champions Golf Tournament, Speaks About His Retirement (VIDEO)

GLENVIEW , ILL. — Brian Urlacher, who recently retired after a 13-year NFL career with the Chicago Bears, will compete as one of the celebrity amateurs in the upcoming Champions Tour Golf Tournament that runs from June 17-23 at North Shore Country Club, 1340 Glenview Rd. in Glenview, Illinois. In the video below, Urlacher also speaks with ESPN’s Josina Anderson about his retirement and his decision to walk away from football. Brian Urlacher, who recently retired after a 13-year NFL career with the Chicago Bears, speaking with ESPN’s Josina Anderson about his retirement. ... Read More

Mike Ditka Speaks About Chicago Bears Plans to Retire His Jersey (VIDEO)

The Chicago Bears announced last week that they plan to retire former head coach Mike Ditka’s No. 89 jersey on Monday Night Football, December 9, during halftime when the Chicago Bears meet the Dallas Cowboys. The Bears franchise said that Ditka’s No. 89 Jersey will be the last number they plan to retire.

Chicago Bears plan to retire Mike Ditka's No. 89 jersey on December 9, 2013.

Chicago Bears plan to retire Mike Ditka’s No. 89 jersey on December 9, 2013.

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