Connor Fields – USA Olympic BMX Gold Medalist

Connor’s (not so fun) claim to fame is that he is the ONLY Olympic athlete who has both won the Olympics, and nearly died while competing at the Olympics.

Quite the range…

Connor Fields teaches you and your team how to show up in the moments that matter most.
In his 22 year BMX career which panned across three Olympic Games, he learned to navigate the peaks and valleys of the most intense moments in elite sport.

His keynote, “Gold Medal Moments,” delves into how to reach those moments and ultimately execute in those big moments, while “It isn’t just about winning” addresses mental health and how pivotal it is in reaching peak performance.

He shares strategies on resiliency and how to maximize performance, highlighting the power of the choices we make every day and the best way hone your focus towards achieving high levels of success.

GOLD Medal Moments: Executing when it matters most

Have you ever wondered what goes through an athlete’s mind when they are about to compete in the Olympic final?

The race for all the glory with hundreds of millions of people watching at home.

How on earth do you stay calm?

How do you even reach that big moment in the first place?

Everyone has a different version of a “Gold Medal” and success means something unique to each of us, but we can all use the same strategies to reach our moment… and seize it.

In Connor Field’s keynote, ‘GOLD MEDAL MOMENTS’, he delves into his journey to Olympic Gold.

Connor shares his true story, filled with adversity, setbacks, and relentless determination.

At the heart of my experience is a crucial lesson: the significance of performing at your peak when it matters most.

Despite entering the final as the favorite he “choked” in his first Olympic appearance and I went home with nothing more than a participation certificate.

He dedicated the next four years to mastering how to me mentally prepared to execute in that one critical moment if it ever came around again.

When it did, he was ready.

Connor shares 3 strategies you can immediately implement to give yourself the best chance of reaching your Gold Medal Moment, and he shares my method of how to best execute in that pivotal moment.

What you go achieve with those strategies, is up to you!

Top 5 takeaways

1. Clear Goal Setting: Identify your ultimate goal and make it clear. Write it down and share it with someone to hold yourself accountable.
2. Mindful Decision-Making: Every decision matters in achieving your goal. Make choices that align with your objective, even when they seem small or inconsequential.
3. Periodization and Preparation: Understand the importance of periodization in training, focusing on being at your best during key moments. Plan and prepare meticulously for those moments physically, mentally, and emotionally.
4. Presence in the Moment: When you reach your pivotal moment, stay present and focused. Embrace the moment and avoid getting ahead of yourself. Be fully engaged and ready to perform at your best.
5. Prioritize Mental Health: Mental health is crucial for success and well-being. Break the stigma surrounding mental health by seeking support when needed and prioritizing self-care.

WHY BOOK CONNOR?

Connor will help you and your team reach your big moments, and be ready for them when you do.

Booking him as your keynote speaker brings an authentic perspective of Olympic-level discipline, resilience, and insight into overcoming challenges.

His journey from being a kid with a dream, to becoming an Olympic Gold Medalist is filled with lessons on setting goals, handling pressure, and ultimately achieving peak performance.

He shares practical strategies that are immediately applicable and real-world experiences that inspire and motivate my audience.

Whether it’s personal growth, high pressure environments, team dynamics, or leadership development, his story offers valuable takeaways for everyone, making your event unforgettable and impactful.

Recent Client Feedback

Connor gave us an up-close look at the path he faced as a professional athlete and what he had to overcome to achieve his life-long dream of becoming an Olympic Gold Medal winner.
Our staff faces challenges every day in their jobs and personal lives, and Connor shared his story in such a way that you could truly relate to the challenges he faced as if they were your own.
Molli L. Samuels, AngMar Medical Holdings, Inc.

I had the good fortune to work with Connor Fields as our keynote speaker for an event in Downtown, Las Vegas. If this were a yelp review he would have 5- stars across the board, and the comment would read “Strongly recommend.
Nick Libonati, MGM Resorts International