Michael "Pinball" Clemons

Born and raised in Florida, this William and Mary economics graduate began his career in the Canadian Football League in 1989 after a brief stint in the National Football League. Renowned as one of pro football's most electrifying players, Clemons compiled a brilliant career, including a pro-football record for most career combined yards with 25,438. He retired with 12 all-time team records to his credit and became Head Coach for the Toronto Argonauts. In this capacity he became the 1st and only black Head Coach to win the Grey Cup (Canada's Super Bowl) in 96 years. In 2008 he was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame with his friend and former teammate Doug Flutie.

Michael "Pinball" Clemons is an icon of sporting excellence, community leadership, personal character and integrity. He's an author, philanthropist, entrepreneur and currently the vice - chair of the Toronto Argonauts.

A dynamic on-stage personality with quiet dignity, but also boundless energy, he engages audience members and delivers an unforgettable, often emotional speech that touches on the potential in all of us to achieve anything to which we set our minds. Organizations respond to his presentations with rave reviews and overwhelming enthusiasm.

Topics

• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Excellence
• Winning Against the Odds
• Community Development / Public Service
• Work - Life Balance

Brian Nugent

Brian Nugent comes from a family of seven and hails from Brampton Ontario.

Brian is a gifted multidimensional athlete, who was All-Star in basketball, track, soccer, badminton, volleyball, and football. A high school honours student Brian was ranked among the top 5 football players in Canada.

Brian attended York University studying communications he was a 3 time OUA All-Star, and a CIS All-Canadian at wide receiver.

Following his prolific career at York University Brian was the 1st player in the University's history to be selected in the 1st round of the CFL draft being the 9th selection by the Calgary Stampeders. He went on to play 4 years of professional football with the Indianapolis Colts, Calgary Stampeders, Montreal Alouettes, then retiring with the Toronto Argonauts.

Brian is the Founder of Pro Elite Football Camp where they provide life skills as well as intense physical and mental training for the sport of football. The camp also has a sponsorship program that enables under resourced youth to attend. The Brampton Minor Football Association has honoured Brian for his exhaustive measures helping grass roots football in Brampton with the naming of a trophy for their best offensive player in his name every season.

An experienced unicycle rider and a proficient piano player, Brian is a fresh motivational speaker. Brian is known for his dynamic energy and inspirational stories that apply to current affairs and concerns of today. A spokesperson for multiple organizations, Brian is an accomplished speaker who has the capacity to empower everyone from students to CEO's.

""...Brian is a brilliant speaker who engages you from the very start. His message is very relevant and speaks to all; Brian is extraordinarily passionate, sincere and articulate. Brian exemplifies the mindset of a winner and true leader. We were very impressed with ability to keep us captivated with his engaging stories and involving the audience. We all left the presentation with knowing how to get the best out of ourselves on a consistent basis..."

Abbigail Hamilton
Founder
ResQ Youth International

"Just wanted to say a big "thank-you" on behalf of the students and teachers involved in Friday's presentation. We had kids holding up their hands and saying, "I'll never wash this hand!" after giving Brian a high-five. They were truly inspired. Aside from the "mobbing" at the end, it was a flawless presentation. Thanks again."

Linda Briden