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Nikki Stone
Olympic Gold Medalist & Bestselling Author
Nikki Stone made history as America’s first-ever Olympic Champion in inverted aerial skiing at the 1998 Nagano Winter Games—just two years after a chronic injury had left her unable to stand, walk, or ski. Her remarkable comeback was fueled by tenacity, leading to 35 World Cup medals, 11 World Cup titles, and multiple national championships.
As a sought-after motivational speaker, Nikki has inspired audiences worldwide, including Fortune 500 companies like Goldman Sachs, Coca-Cola, American Express, and Pfizer. Named International Professional Speaker of the Year, Nikki’s message encourages others to overcome obstacles, take risks, and reach extraordinary goals. She is also the author of the Amazon bestseller When Turtles Fly: Secrets of Successful People Who Know How to Stick Their Necks Out, which highlights success stories from individuals across various fields.
In addition to speaking, Nikki created the Motivational Minutes program, offering tips on peak performance, wellness, and motivation. She has worked with the U.S. Olympic Committee, training athletes on overcoming challenges and mentoring future Olympians. Nikki also contributes articles to outlets like Huffington Post and is a contributing author to Awaken the Olympian Within.
An honor graduate in both undergraduate and graduate studies, Nikki holds degrees in Sports Psychology and was named Student of the Year at the University of Utah, where she also taught a class on leadership. She continues to give back through her involvement with charities like Make-A-Wish Foundation, American Cancer Society, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Nikki's inspiring journey has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and ESPN, among other major outlets. She now resides in South Carolina and continues to inspire others to “stick their necks out” and achieve their own gold medals.
TOPICS
THE CHAMPION’S PATH TO LEADERSHIP AND DRIVE:
The Strategies and Tools for Everyone to Be a Champion and Increase Productivity and the Bottom Line
THE ART OF THE ADAPTING TO CHANGE & ADVERSITY COMEBACK:
The Strategies and Secrets to Resilience, Revival and Renewal
BUILDING A WINNING TEAM:
How To Create a Results-Driven Team With Purpose, Focus and Balanced Leadership
BOOKS
When Turtles Fly: Secrets of Successful People Who Know How to Stick Their Necks Out
(Contributor to) Awaken the Olympian Within

PAST CLIENTS
AT&T
Google
Coca-Cola
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
New York Life
Procter & Gamble
American Express
Merrill Lynch
Chevrolet
PayPal
GE
Microsoft
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